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November saw the rate of inflation fall
Figures from the Office for National Statistics revealed a drop in overall inflation in November, however, beef prices continue to rise sharply.
NPA urges Government to provide clarity on ASF regionalisation position
The National Pig Association is seeking clarity from the Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs on the UK Government’s approach to African swine fever regionalisation agreements, after Spain was able to “rapidly implement” agreements following an outbreak.
NFCU makes arrest in connection with illegal frozen bushmeat
The Food Standards Agency’s National Food Crime Unit has arrested one person in connection to an operation involving illegal frozen bushmeat.
QMS meets with councillors to showcase Scottish red meat
Quality Meat Scotland, alongside stakeholder members of the Scottish Red Meat Resilience Group, has completed a series of strategic engagement events with MSPs, councillors and parliamentary candidates across Scotland as part of its national Meating Our Potential campaign.
UK lamb consignments released after being held at Calais
A number of consignments of lamb being held at a Border Control Post in Calais have now been released to return to the UK.
FSA agrees to consultation to financially support smaller abattoirs
The Food Standards Agency board has agreed to a public consultation in 2026 on proposals for a revised discount system for abattoirs.
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Meat producer shares food industry concerns with MP
Provision Trade Federation director general Rod Addy, along with Vion Food Group, has met with local MP Kevin McKenna to discuss the challenges facing the UK food industry.
Professor Susan Jebb to deliver keynote at City Food & Drink Lecture
According to the City Food & Drink Lecture, Professor Susan Jebb OBE will deliver the keynote address at its 25th annual event.
Tariq Halal Meats founder awarded Civic Honour Award 2025
Tariq Halal Meats has revealed that its founder and chairman Tariq Sheikh has been awarded the City of London Corporation Civic Honour Award 2025, which is reserved for individuals who have made exceptional contributions to the UK’s economic landscape.
Meat producer shares food industry concerns with MP
Professor Susan Jebb to deliver keynote at City Food & Drink Lecture
Tariq Halal Meats founder awarded Civic Honour Award 2025
Grocery inflation figures show rising prices in fresh meat and added value poultry
The latest Worldpanel by Numerator grocery market share update shows overall price inflation held steady at 4.7% over the month to 30th November, with prices rising fastest in markets including fresh meat and value added poultry.
FSA and FSS produce guidance on cell-cultivated products
The Food Standards Agency has partnered with Food Standards Scotland to draw up the UK’s first safety guidance for cell-cultivated products.
NFU calls on Government to secure exemptions in EU SPS talks
With UK and EU sanitary and phytosanitary talks now underway, the National Farmers’ Union has urged Government to negotiate appropriate transition periods and exemptions to “minimise disruption” to Britain’s farming sector.
LMC says market access is priority after confirmed NI case of Bluetongue
Following a confirmed case of Bluetongue in Northern Ireland, the Livestock & Meat Commission is urging beef and lamb producers to exercise vigilance.
Turkey producer under investigation for animal welfare and biosecurity breaches
Farm assurance scheme Red Tractor has suspended Hockenhull Turkeys’ certification while it investigates allegations of welfare breaches after campaigners took secret footage at the farm.
Red Tractor launches new pigs welfare standards with on-pack logos
The Red Tractor assurance scheme has announced it is adding two new modules to its Pigs Scheme – Enhanced Welfare Outdoor Bred and Free Range.
AIMS predicts rise in pork prices as EU demand increases
According to the Association of Independent Meat Suppliers’ November inflation report, even though it is decreasing, food inflation is “still too high”.
Newham identified as preferred Smithfield Market site
Smithfield and Billingsgate Market Traders, the City of London Corporation and the Greater London Authority have identified a preferred new site in the Royal Docks in Newham, where both markets can locate together.
Government urged to ensure “robust” import controls after Spain ASF outbreak
Spain has confirmed its first case of African swine fever since 1994, as the National Pig Association urges Government to protect the UK pig sector.
Shoppers look to premium retailers for festive meat purchases
Christmas 2025 will see tradition blended with modern convenience, the Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board has predicted, with turkey to remain the protein of choice for those celebrating.
UK beef inflation hits “record” 27.4%
According to global consultancy Inverto, the UK’s 27.4% increase in beef prices over the past year has challenged food producers, retailers and consumers alike to keep meals “as affordable as possible”.
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