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Cardiff food wholesaler found guilty of putting unsafe meat on the market
Government updates foot and mouth restrictions
Pilgrim’s Europe poultry farmer achieves UK record EPEF score
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HCC opens applications for new 2025 Scholars
Hybu Cig Cymru - Meat Promotion Wales has launched its annual scholarship opportunity, inviting applications from across the industry.
NSA responds to Scottish Government Farm Business Survey
The NSA says that positivity is needed after report shows “grim” sheep profit figures.
Food wholesaler accused of falsely supplying chicken as halal meat
A man has appeared at Merthyr Tydfil Crown Court accused of falsely distributing halal meat to businesses in south Wales.
Tesco publishes preliminary results for 2024/25
Tesco 2024/25 results beat expectations, but the UK’s largest supermarket warns of a challenging market for the coming year.
Hilton Food Group shares preliminary results
Hilton Foods has published its preliminary results for the year ending 29th December 2024.
FDF report calls for Government to take action to support the food industry
A report by the FDF lists key areas where it says Government can support the food sector amid falling confidence among businesses.
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NFU Scotland urges Chancellor to address tax policies
Andrew Connon, president of NFU Scotland, has written to Chancellor Rachel Reeves MP calling on Government to address fiscal policies impacting agriculture.
Waitrose sets higher chicken welfare standards
Supermarket chain Waitrose is to become the first UK grocer to surpass the Better Chicken Commitment standards across all ranges.
MPs visit commercial farm to learn about red meat production
The National Farmers’ Union invited MPs to explore sustainable beef and lamb production at a commercial farm as part of a visit sponsored by ABP UK.
NFU Scotland urges Chancellor to address tax policies
Waitrose sets higher chicken welfare standards
MPs visit commercial farm to learn about red meat production
Cranswick denied planning permission for pig and poultry facilities
Following the rejection of a planning application, Cranswick has stated it is “incredibly disappointed” by the decision of King’s Lynn & West Norfolk Borough Council Planning Committee.
Food Awards finalist shortlist revealed
Organisers of the annual Food Management Today Industry Awards have unveiled the 2025 finalists shortlist.
Minette Batters appointed by Defra to lead Farm Profitability Review
Former NFU president and farmer, Baroness Minette Batters, has been appointed by Defra Secretary Steve Reed to lead a review of farm profitability.
Four men convicted of diverting unfit meat back into the supply chain
Four individuals and a business were found guilty of placing unfit meat on the market following an investigation by NFCU and Southwark Council.
NFU and AHDB respond to US trade tariffs
NFU and AHDB have responsed to President Trump’s announcement of a 10% tariff on all UK exports to the US.
Free-range poultry labelling regulations change
Free-range poultry meat producers and processors no longer need to change how meat is labelled when mandatory housing measures are introduced.
Greencore to acquire Bakkavor to create a business with £4bn revenue
Greencore and Bakkavor have reached an agreement in principle on the key financial terms of a possible offer by Greencore to acquire Bakkavor.
France crowned winners at 2025 World Butchers’ Challenge
Team France Boucherie took home gold at the 2025 World Butchers’ Challenge after demonstrating their skills at the competition in Paris, France.
Meat industry concerned over potential increases in meat inspection charges
Industry body AIMS has expressed its serious concerns over the prospect of an inflation-busting rise in meat inspection fees that it says will come into force today 1st April.
Kantar reports £2.6bn promotional spending as retailers cut prices
Market research firm Kantar report a 1.8% increase in take-home grocery sales in March, which was the slowest rate since June 2024.
Government stops cattle and pig imports from Austria
Following reports of a confirmed case of FMD in Hungary, close to the Austrian border, the Government has stepped up preventative measures.
Farming unions concern over potential US trade deal
FDF calls for regulations to be reformed to strengthen UK food sector
Sausages and meat pies listed in new Senedd HFSS promotion rules
Traditional Boar’s Head procession stops London traffic
Retailers to “optimise” lamb offerings, says Pilgrim’s Europe
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