All News articles – Page 166
-
NewsAHDB sees increase in pork sales following campaign
Almost half a million more shoppers bought fresh pork during the two phases of AHDB Pork’s £3 million midweek meals campaign.The campaign included prime time TV adverts, shown during autumn 2017 and in January 2018 and featured AHDB Pork products such as pork medallions.Prime time TV adverts showed featured AHDB ...
-
NewsPositive response from NFU to EFRA food and farming report
National Farmers' Union (NFU) president Minette Batters has responded to the Environment, Food and Rural Affairs Committee (EFRA) Report which has just been released.The EFRA report was released regarding ‘the future of food, farming and the environment.’The report states that once the UK leaves the EU, the Government plans to ...
-
NewsCEO of Tulip Ltd steps down
It has been announced that Steve Francis is stepping down from his position as the CEO of Tulip Ltd.Steve Francis was appointed in September 2016, and since then has led the company in the successful implementation of phase one of a long-term business transformation.It has been announced that Steve Francis ...
-
NewsFSA highlights progress for 2 Sisters Food Group
The Food Standards Agency (FSA) has published its six month review for 2 Sisters, which is also opening its doors to the public to promote the poultry industry.This comes following the news in September 2017, where workers at 2 Sisters had allegedly tampered with slaughter dates to extend its meat’s ...
-
NewsSheep carcase classification changes revealed
New measures to improve fairness and transparency for livestock producers have been proposed by Defra, with a consultation process launched on mandating sheep carcase classification to ensure consistency across all abattoirs in England.Under the proposals, qualified assessors will use a standard grid to classify carcasses and determine how much a ...
-
NewsBritish Poultry Council praises sector for a reduction in the use of antibiotics
The British Poultry Council (BPC) has highlighted the achievements made by the poultry meat sector in a new report.British Poultry Council has highlighted the achievements made by the poultry meat sector in a new report.According to the 2018 Antibiotic Stewardship Report, the sector’s focus on excellence in bird health and ...
-
NewsABP to invest £17 million in Scottish site
ABP Food Group has announced an investment of £17m for the planned redevelopment of its Perth processing plant in Scotland.The news follows an additional £3m spent on cold storage and refrigeration facilities on the site over the past year.The redevelopment was announced by Fergus Ewing, cabinet secretary for the Rural ...
-
NewsFood and farming sectors unite on Brexit objectives
Organisations from across the UK’s food supply chain have put their names to a new manifesto setting out the key principles designed to help ensure that Brexit is a success for the supply of food in the UK.The new UK Food Supply Chain Manifesto has been drawn up by organisations ...
-
NewsPastry products recalled by Addo Food Group
Addo Food Group recalls pastry products sold in Tesco, Aldi and Nisa over fears they may contain small pieces of metal wire.The Food Standards Agency has announced that both Addo and the supermarket retailers it supplies, Tesco, Aldi and Nisa, are recalling a number of pastry products including sausage rolls, ...
-
NewsMoy Park reports highest poultry production in 75 years
Moy Park has announced a major production milestone, with the company producing six million birds per week for the first time in its 75-year history.Moy Park grower Mark Singleton (left) and Shane McDonald, Free Range Farm Compliance Manager, Moy Park.The company has reportedly increased production by 20% since 2015 and ...
-
NewsWomen In Meat Industry Awards – open for nominations!
The Women in Meat Industry Awards 2018 campaign has launched, and nominations are now open. The awards will be presented at a black tie dinner, held on Friday 16th November 2018 at the Royal Garden Hotel in Kensington, London.The Women in Meat Industry Awards 2018 campaign has launched!If you know ...
-
NewsThe Beyond Burger launches in UK
Beyond Meat has launched its plant-protein burger to the UK market and claims it tastes and has the same texture as ground beef.'The Beyond Burger'- Photo: Authentic Food Co.Authentic Food Co. has announced a partnership with Beyond Meat, securing a distribution deal to bring the 'Beyond Burger' to the UK ...
-
NewsTulip Ltd appoints Mike Wijnberg as MD of Fresh Division
Tulip Ltd has appointed Mike Wijnberg as managing director of its Tulip Fresh Division.Wijnberg will take on responsibility for the division’s abattoirs and fresh butchery operations across the UK from 1st June 2018.He re-joins Tulip having previously worked for the organisation from 1995 to 2005, initially as a veterinary manager ...
-
NewsFirst code of practice for charcuterie producers published
The Guild of Fine Food has published what it states is the UK’s first technical code of practice for artisan charcuterie makers.The Assured Code of Practice for Artisan Charcuterie Production contains detailed advice on developing a HACCP plan and a comprehensive guide.This decision reflects a need for clear regulatory guidelines ...
-
NewsConcerns over AHDB’s sale of MLCSL
The British Meat Processors Association (BMPA) along with other key meat and livestock industry bodies have expressed concerns over AHDB’s planned sale of Meat & Livestock Commercial Services Ltd (MLCSL) to HallMark Veterinary Services.Their concerns were expressed in a joint letter sent to both Jane King, CEO of AHDB and ...
-
NewsGlobal beef consumption and production on the up
Global beef consumption and production is up and all is looking strong for the beef complex, according to the latest Rabobank Beef Quarterly report.However, pressures are building in some markets, so the industry must not let complacence creep in.Angus Gidley-Baird, senior analyst – Animal Protein, said: “US weather conditions, low ...
-
NewsWinners of 2018 Meat Management Industry Awards revealed
The winners of the 2018 Meat Management Industry Awards were announced on 24th May during a glittering celebratory dinner at Hilton Birmingham Metropole, attended by around 400 guests.The winners of the 2018 Meat Management Industry Awards.British magician and TV presenter Ben Hanlin presented meat manufacturers, supermarkets, industry suppliers, trade organisations, ...
-
News‘Cheeky Beef’ £1 million campaign to promote beef thin cuts
A £1 million advertising campaign has been launched which aims to add £6 million to the thin cut steak market.Starting this month and running through the summer, artwork will appear in newspapers, supplements, on billboards near supermarkets and also promoted on social media.Funded by AHDB, ‘Cheeky Beef’ adverts with slogans ...
-
NewsMarks and Spencer releases results following store closure news
Retailer Marks and Spencer has unveiled its full year results following the announcement that it is set to close 100 stores by 2022.The retailer reported a 62.1% fall in pre-tax profit to £66.8 million in the year to 31st March.This was linked to a store closure programme, and comes a ...
-
NewsTrade partners get behind Meatup
As plans for the meat industry’s very own exhibition are put in place for 2019, show organisers, YPL Exhibitions & Events, have confirmed that 18 major trade bodies are to partner Meatup, which will take place at ArenaMK in Milton Keynes on 30th and 31st October 2019.Visitors enjoying Meatup 2017.The ...
