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NewsOn-farm event for teachers gains "hugely positive feedback"
The 'Food - a fact of life' on-farm event has proved to be a "resounding success", according to the Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB).Participating teachers went on a farm walk of the Harper Adams University beef and sheep units.A total of 65 teachers from various parts of the country ...
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NewsNPA manifesto calls for supply chain fairness
The National Pig Association (NPA) has called for fairness in the supply chain and protection of UK borders as part of its election manifesto.The association called for protection of UK borders to prevent the spread of ASF.The NPA called on the main political parties to act to "deliver fairness" in ...
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NewsWelsh Government lifts ban on chicken and turkey gatherings
Dr Richard Irvine, Chief Veterinary Officer for Wales, has announced the Welsh Government has lifted the ban on gatherings of Galliforme birds such as pheasants, chickens and turkeys.Gatherings of Galliforme birds such as chickens, turkeys and pheasants will now be permitted, as long as organisers meet the requirements of a ...
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NewsLMC relaunches 'Good Honest Food' advertising campaign
The Livestock and Meat Commission (LMC) has relaunched its multi-platform advertising campaign, 'Good Honest Food', inviting consumers to learn more about the farm-to-fork journey of Northern Ireland Farm Quality Assured (NIFQA) beef and lamb.Chef James Devine fronts the LMC advertising campaign, 'Good Honest Food'.The 'travelogue style' campaign sees local chef ...
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NewsNFU Conference 2024: “imbalance between environment and food production in policy”
In her opening address at National Farmers’ Union (NFU) Conference, president Minette Batters highlighted the need for all political parties to commit to giving food security the same strategic priority as energy security.NFU president Minette Batters: "I ask today, which political party will have the right plan for British food?"As ...
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NewsBritish Wagyu cattle numbers double in 2023
The Wagyu Breeders Association (WBA), a promotional body for British Wagyu, has said that the demand for Wagyu beef shows "no sign of slowing", as figures released by the British Cattle Movement Service (BCMS) for 2023 show that British Wagyu more than doubled its numbers on the year.Over 35,000 Wagyu-sired ...
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NewsHCC exhibits PGI Welsh Lamb in the Middle East
Welsh red meat promotion body Hybu Cig Cymru – Meat Promotion Wales (HCC) has announced that it is exhibiting PGI Welsh Lamb at Gulfood in Dubai, as it plans to host a "special celebration event" at the British embassy there.PGI Welsh Lamb will be celebrated at the British Embassy in ...
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NewsMeat category products achieve "strong growth" within APMEA region
Ingredients company Kerry Group has published its latest trading statement, which has found that products across its Meat category achieved "strong growth" within the Asia Pacific/Middle East/Africa (APMEA) region.CEO of Kerry Group, Edmond Scanlon.The Group said that Meat category growth in this region was driven by "local authentic taste launches ...
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NewsYorkshire Dales small abattoir closure is a "crisis" for rural community
The Sustainable Food Trust (SFT) has said that the imminent closure, on 27th March, of the only small abattoir in the Yorkshire Dales, "spells disaster" for the rural community, landscape and local food.Located in Prime Minister Rishi Sunak’s constituency in Wensleydale, McIntyre Meats is a family run business that has ...
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NewsGovernment "must reduce regulatory burdens" as inflation falls - FDF
The Food and Drink Federation (FDF) has responded to the latest Office for National Statistics (ONS) figures on food price inflation in January 2024.ONS reported that food inflation had fallen for 10 consecutive months.The latest ONS figures show that the consumer prices index (CPI) remained unchanged at 4% in January, ...
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NewsSteak a "standout option" this Valentine's Day based on consumer trends
According to the Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB), Valentine’s Day dinner classics such as beef steaks are predicted to perform well this year.AHDB suggested that shoppers may choose cheaper steaks if they are "looking to indulge" on a budget.Looking at 2023 sales, AHDB analysts formed their 2024 predictions for ...
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NewsPoultry producers face "uncertain future" - NFU survey
The National Farmers' Union (NFU) has carried out a survey looking at poultry production over the last two years, revealing that producers face an "uncertain future" without greater Government support and supply chain reform.The NFU survey looked at the impact of the past two years on poultry production and farmers' ...
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NewsOn-farm event to explore future of sustainable beef production
The Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB) has invited farmers, producers and the wider food industry to learn more about the future of sustainable beef farming and low carbon meat production at its on-farm event, 'Unveiling the future of low carbon beef farming'.The focus of the event will be sustainable, ...
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NewsIndustry labels proposed immigration rules as "anti-growth" for the UK
Food industry stakeholders have joined Scotland Food & Drink in writing to Home Secretary James Cleverly MP, calling for Government to rethink proposed UK immigration rules.John Davidson, CEO of NFU Scotland, joined industry stakeholders to address Government.The National Farmers' Union (NFU) Scotland has joined Quality Meat Scotland, Salmon Scotland, Seafood ...
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NewsFirst Minister Humza Yousaf announces Scottish agriculture funding commitments
First Minister of Scotland Humza Yousaf spoke at the National Farmers' Union (NFU) Scotland conference, unveiling the Government's funding commitment to Scottish agriculture.First Minister Humza Yousaf addressed delegates before joining NFU President Martin Kennedy and Scottish Rural Affairs Minister Mairi Gougeon on the discussion panel.First Minister Yousaf responded to NFU ...
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NewsScotch red meat radio ad to reach 28m listens
Quality Meat Scotland (QMS) has announced its new advertising campaign, promoting red meat across radio and social media.QMS said the campaign highlights red meat as the choice for Valentine's Day.The radio campaign, which is set to air until mid-March, is being broadcast across Scotland on the Bauer radio network. According ...
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News"Truly exceptional" products at FMT Food Industry Awards judging week
Organisers of the 2024 FMT Food Industry Awards have reported that product judging was an overwhelming success, as the process concludes ahead of the awards luncheon and ceremony scheduled for June 27th.Product judging for the FMT Food Industry Awards 2024 has now concluded.The annual FMT Food Industry Awards recognises the ...
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NewsAldi offers the most Scottish meat products - Shelfwatch
The Scotland supermarket Shelfwatch survey carried out by independent researchers on behalf of National Farmers' Union (NFU) Scotland has concluded, finding that discounter Aldi offered the largest proportion of Scottish produce overall.The survey found that Aldi had the largest percentage of Scottish produce overall.A total of 71 stores across Scotland ...
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NewsTeam Scotland crowned winners of Four Nations Butchers Tournament
Perth-based father and son butchery team Richard and Ben Megahy have placed first at the Four Nations Butchers Tournament in Ireland.Richard and Ben Megahy of Simon Howie Butchers placed first at the tournament.Richard has been a butcher with Perth-based Simon Howie for 27 years, while Ben has been working for ...
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NewsRed meat production and cattle levels are concerning - AHDB Outlook
The Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB) has released its Agri-market Outlook for 2024, reporting that long term resilience in farming will be challenged amid cumulative inflationary pressure.AHDB predicts that cattle numbers will remain "finely balanced" in 2024.AHDB examined trends in farm business inputs and consumer demand, collating an outlook ...
