All News articles – Page 171
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NewsEditor appointed at Meat Management magazine
Pam Brook has returned to Yandell Media as editor of Meat Management magazine and its sister title Food Management Today.Pam Brook.Pam has been associated with the company for well over two decades and had previous lengthy spells as editor with the business.Until taking up her new appointment, Pam has more ...
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NewsGordon King appointed as new executive manager at Scottish Craft Butchers
Scottish Craft Butchers (SCB) has announced its new executive manager will be Gordon King, who is set to take over the position vacated by Douglas Scott.Gordon King will take over Douglas Scott as executive manager.SCB says King will bring a wide range of experience both of the meat industry and ...
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NewsTwo new appointments to the AHDB Beef & Lamb board
Meat processor Trevor Bellis and Cumbrian farmer Colin Bateman are the newest board members for AHDB Beef & Lamb, following the departure of Rizvan Khalid and Ros Turner.Trevor Bellis.The pair joined the board on 1st April and will continue in their posts for the next three years.Trevor from Janan Meat ...
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NewsWorld Pork Expo 2019 cancelled due to ASF
The National Pork Producers Council’s (NPPC) board in the USA has announced its decision to cancel the World Pork Expo 2019. This is a precaution as African swine fever (ASF) continues to spread in China and other parts of Asia.©2019 World Pork ExpoWorld Pork Expo, held each June at the ...
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NewsMeat from Britain to be showcased at the SIAL Canada exhibition
Red meat products from England, Scotland and Wales are to be profiled at the international tradeshow SIAL Canada, which is held in Montreal over three days from 30th April to 2nd May.Red meat products from England, Scotland and Wales are to be profiled at SIAL Canada.The show attracts more than ...
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NewsExtension to Brexit process agreed again – trade comments
EU leaders have granted the Prime Minister an extension to the UK Brexit process, after meeting in Brussels on 10th April. The new deadline of 31st October offers the prospect of the UK not having to leave the EU without a deal.The new deadline of 31st October offers the prospect ...
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NewsScotland’s top butchers go head to head
A selection of Scotland’s top butchers are set to battle it out next month when they go head to head in a new competition sponsored by Scotch Lamb PGI.Graeme Sharp (left) from QMS alongside Douglas Scott from Scottish Craft Butchers.The first ‘Scottish Butchers Wars’ competition, run by Scottish Craft Butchers, ...
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NewsUK exports of animals and animal product to EU approved
The UK listed status application to assure animals and animal product movements in a no-deal EU exit has been approved by EU member states.Disruption for businesses which export animals and animal products will be minimised.The Member States agreed the application after confirming that it met the animal health and biosecurity ...
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NewsLate Easter affects meat sales
The latest meat, fish and poultry market report (MFP) from Kantar confirms how a late Easter, as well as Mother’s Day falling outside of the period, has contributed to slower growth of red meat, whilst chicken and pork performed well.Lamb remains an important market at Easter.Volumes are down across the ...
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NewsWorld Butchers’ Challenge venue confirmed
The World Butchers’ Challenge has confirmed its home for the 2020 competition as the Golden 1 Center in Sacramento, California.The Golden 1 Center in Sacramento, California.Home to the NBA’s Sacramento Kings and host to a range of celebrity concerts, including Elton John and Justin Timberlake, this is the first time ...
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NewsWCB raise over £60,000 following Kilimanjaro climb
A team representing the Worshipful Company of Butchers Livery Company (WCB), have successfully climbed Mount Kilimanjaro and in the process raised over £60,000.The Cure Parkinson’s Trust was the chosen charity.Speaking at Saddlers Hall in London, at a recent WCB Court Lunch, David Baker said: “Two years ago, in the pub, ...
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NewsPrime cattle market showing signs of recovery
Prime cattle prices in the UK have seen a modest lift over the past week, although they are still markedly lower than this time last year, according to the latest analysis by Quality Meat Scotland (QMS).Over the past 10 days, prime cattle prices have shown some recovery.This reflects the position ...
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News2 Sisters learning and development rolled out across poultry sites
2 Sisters Food Group says it has stepped up its commitment to the continuous training development of its people with two major learning programme roll-outs across its UK poultry estate.The Work Words programme compromises of a series of 10 facilitated one-hour sessions concentrating on key aspects of factory life.Word Works ...
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NewsTesco to offer vegan foods in the meat aisle
From Monday 8th April, larger Tesco stores will be offering vegan alternatives in the meat aisles in a new fixture where customers will find both next to each other.The move comes as Tesco says it believe more Brits are reducing their meat consumption, either turning to a vegan or vegetarian ...
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NewsMPs vote for an extension to Brexit process – industry reaction
In a bid to avoid any no-deal scenario, MPs voted by a majority of one last night to force Prime Minister Teresa May to ask the EU for an extension to the Brexit process.The legislation, proposed by Labour MP Yvette Cooper, was approved by MPs by just one vote.The bill, ...
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NewsTulip invests £2.3m in Ruskington factory
Tulip Ltd., is investing £2.3m in its specialist snacking site at Ruskington to meet increased demand for core traditional products, while enhancing its capability to bring new innovations to market.The Ruskington site produces 75 million Scotch eggs per year.The Lincolnshire factory, which employs 450 workers, is claimed to be the ...
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NewsBrexit deadlock continues as PM expected to meet Jeremy Corbyn
Following the announcement that the Prime Minister will ask the EU for a further short extension to the UK Brexit date, Mrs May is now planning on meeting with Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn.Prime Minister, Theresa May.This is in the hope that the two of them can come up with a ...
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NewsHarper Adams University students receive BDCI Bursary
The Butchers’ & Drovers’ Charitable Institution (BDCI) has given Bursary’s to two students; Kate Leeming, 22, and Harriet Noble, 23.Pictured L to R is visiting Professor Bob Bansback of Harper Adams University, Kate Leeming, Harriet Noble and Ted Hoefling, the BDCI treasurer.Kate Leeming, from Skipton is an Agri-Food Marketing with ...
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NewsHRH The Countess of Wessex presents Bicentenary Trophy
Former Waitrose director Heather Jenkins has been awarded the Royal Smithfield Club Bicentenary Trophy in recognition of 30 years of outstanding service to meat sectors and agriculture.L-R: David Gunner, Joint Chief Executive Dovecote Park Ltd, Heather Jenkins, former Waitrose & Partners director, Her Royal Highness The Countess of Wessex, and ...
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NewsTulip to continue with MM Awards sponsorship
As anticipation builds towards this year’s Meat Management Meat Industry Awards ceremony, organisers have confirmed that Tulip will once again sponsor the main course at the black tie dinner on June 27th.Up to 500 guests are expected to attend the dinner at the Hilton Birmingham Metropole this year.The annual Awards ...
