Meat Industry News

  • Women In Meat Industry Awards 2026 judging draws to a close

  • Consumption of beef has downward effect on inflation

  • Boparan to invest £100m in British turkey

Cabinet Minister Llyr Gruffydd and Hybu Cig Cymru Chair Catherine Smith at SIAL

HCC spotlights PGI Welsh Beef and Lamb at SIAL Paris

2026-10-20T10:25:00+01:00

Hybu Cig Cymru - Meat Promotion Wales has showcased PGI Welsh Lamb and PGI Welsh Beef at SIAL Paris in partnership with the Welsh Government.

Phil Stocker MBE, National Sheep Association

NSA warns of impact of journey times on animal welfare

2026-10-20T10:18:00+01:00

The National Sheep Association has announced that closer regulatory alignment with Europe could bring “benefits for trade and food access”.

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UK Sausage Week kicks off next week

2026-10-19T10:50:00+01:00

This year’s UK Sausage Week activity will begin on Monday 26th October with an exclusive lunch and awards ceremony at Butchers’ Hall, London.

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Abattoir coalition calls for “urgent intervention” from Government

2026-10-19T07:00:00+01:00

The Abattoir Sector Group has called for Government action as UK abattoir numbers have fallen from around 2,500 to 200.

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NI calf registrations see growth driven by beef-sired calves

2026-10-16T10:30:00+01:00

The first nine months of 2026 have seen an increase in the number of beef-sired calves registered in Northern Ireland, according to insight from the Livestock and Meat Commission.

Scotch Butchers Club QMS

Scottish red meat exports reach £190m

2026-10-15T08:00:00+01:00

According to Quality Meat Scotland, Scottish red meat exports have reached a record £190 million, which it said would deliver a “major boost” to the economic value of the beef and lamb sector.

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Make It Scotch promotes Scotch red meat alongside Saltire Tides

2026-10-12T08:37:00+01:00

Quality Meat Scotland has teamed up with rowing crew Saltire Tides to promote the importance of ensuring consumers’ iron levels are adequate.

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Scottish pig sector faces continued pressure

2026-10-12T07:16:00+01:00

Rising costs and weak prices continue to impact producer margins in the pig sector despite September’s modest price increases, according to Quality Meat Scotland.

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WCB Young Meat Professionals Programme launched to support future talent

2026-10-09T07:00:00+01:00

Applications are now open for the Worshipful Company of Butchers four-year training programme aimed at providing a “structured development journey” for young professionals in the meat industry.

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AIMS observes 0.74% drop in average price of meat

2026-10-08T11:49:00+01:00

The fresh meat and poultry inflation report from the Association of Meat Industry Suppliers has found that the average price of meat had fallen across 30 reviewed lines.

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Major change and upgrade for 2027 Meat Industry Awards

2026-10-07T14:19:00+01:00

The annual Meat Industry Awards organised by Meat Management magazine has a new ceremony venue and new structure for 2027.

Red Tractor short film October 2026

Red Tractor highlights British producers in short film

2026-10-07T12:03:00+01:00

Food assurance scheme Red Tractor has launched a short film spotlighting the work of those producing British food.

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Study finds blue light could reduce instances of food poisoning

2026-10-07T08:15:00+01:00

The University of Reading has published a study that suggests low-power blue light could reduce food poisoning caused by raw chicken.

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Waitrose launches nitrite-free gammon and bacon

2026-10-06T08:47:00+01:00

Responding to “accelerating” customer demand for clean-label ingredients, Waitrose has launched gammon and bacon products into its ‘Made Without Nitrites’ range.

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Farmison & Co acquired by Farm Traders Limited

2026-10-05T11:12:00+01:00

Farm Traders Limited, which trades as Parson’s Nose, will acquire Farmison & Co from Vestey Holdings for an undisclosed sum.

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Union members at Pilgrim’s Europe Enniskillen end pay dispute

2026-10-05T10:54:00+01:00

Workers at a protein supplier manufacturing site based in Northern Ireland have ended a dispute after accepting an improved pay offer.

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Tesco launches Scottish wild venison into retail stores

2026-10-05T08:03:00+01:00

Tesco has announced the release of a range of premium own-label Scottish wild venison products across its UK stores.

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