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HCC reveals new chief executive
José Peralta has been announced as the new chief executive of the red meat levy body Hybu Cig Cymru – Meat Promotion Wales.
Call for personal meat product imports ban to prevent FMD spread
AIMS has issued an urgent call for the UK Government to implement a comprehensive ban on all personal imports of meat products derived from pigs and ruminants.
Gressingham Group acquires Central Foods
The Gressingham Group has acquired frozen food supplier Central Foods for an undisclosed sum.
Water buffalo FMD outbreak halts German meat exports to the UK
An outbreak of Foot and Mouth Disease in a water buffalo herd in Germany has placed a stop to German meat exports to Great Britain.
Food industry invited to nominate products for 2025 FMT Food Industry Awards
The annual FMT Food Industry Awards are back for 2025, with organisers already reporting an impressive number of nominations and votes.
Chef returns to support LMC’s ‘Good Honest Food’ campaign
The Livestock and Meat Commission for Northern Ireland has relaunched its ‘Good Honest Food’ campaign, which aims to educate consumers on the benefits of NIFQA beef and lamb.
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Entries invited for inaugural British butchery awards
On 30th June, the first-ever British Butchery Awards will take place, organised by trade body National Craft Butchers (NCB), to honour talent across the UK butchery sector.
Jason Feeney CBE joins AIMS as non-executive director
Former CEO of the Food Standards Agency, Jason Feeney CBE has joined trade body, AIMS, as a non-executive director.
Hilton Foods says “strong trading” driven by core retail meat volume
UK proteins supplier Hilton Food Group Plc has published its trading update for the 52-week period to 29th December 2024.
Entries invited for inaugural British butchery awards
Jason Feeney CBE joins AIMS as non-executive director
Hilton Foods says “strong trading” driven by core retail meat volume
Obituary: Brian Kilkenny
One of the most well known and high profile meat men of the 1980s and 1990s, Brian Kilkenny, died on 4th January aged 81.
Marel acquired by US equipment supplier JBT
Icelandic meat and food processing equipment manufacturer, Marel, has been fully acquired by American business John Bean Technologies Corporation.
Key industry players to speak at 2025 NFU Conference
The National Farmers’ Union Conference will take place on Tuesday 25th February 2025, with Defra Secretary The Rt Hon Steve Reed MP to lead the keynote address.
Irish food exports to UK achieve “strong growth” in 2024
Bord Bia has released its latest Export Performance and Prospects report, underscoring the “strong and enduring” trade relationship between Ireland and the UK.
Scotch red meat celebrated in QMS ‘When You Know You Know’ campaign
QMS has announced the return of its When You Know You Know campaign, which aims to spotlight the nutritional benefits of Scotch meat as part of a balanced diet.
Aubrey Allen awarded Royal Warrant
Coventry-based butchers Aubrey Allen has announced that managing director Russell Allen has been granted a Royal Warrant by His Majesty King Charles III.
AIMS’ new executive director takes the helm
The Association of Independent Meat Suppliers’ new executive director, Dr Jason Aldiss has pledged to maintain the direction that has shaped the association for the last 24 years under the leadership of Norman Bagley.
Another new site for Smithfield traders
The Smithfield Market Tenants’ Association (SMTA) and the City of London Corporation have released joint statements marking progress in finding new sites for traders.
AHDB campaign to highlight red meat nutrition for 2025
AHDB has revealed that its Let’s Eat Balanced marketing campaign has returned for January to promote the benefits of lean meat.
Risk of red meat supply gaps in 2025
The prospect of gaps appearing in the red meat sections of UK supermarkets this year is a real possibility, warns the Scottish Association of Meat Wholesalers (SAMW).
Butchers invited to compete in inaugural UK black pudding showdown
Britain’s finest black pudding makers are being invited to take part in the ultimate butchers’ challenge - the first Black Pudding UK Champion of Champions competition.
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