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NewsMeat levy bodies to tackle climate change in £29,000 project
Three UK meat levy bodies have jointly commissioned a new project to pave the way for a sustainability framework for livestock production in Great Britain.A new project has been commissioned for livestock production in Great Britain.The Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB), Hybu Cig Cymru – Meat Promotion Wales (HCC) ...
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NewsObituary: Baroness Trumpington
Former Conservative minister Baroness Trumpington, who served in the Department of Health and Ministry of Agriculture in the 1980s and 1990s has died.A screenshot from a TV interview with Baroness Trumpington.She was well known for making a ‘V-sign’ at a fellow Conservative seven years ago, over what she saw as ...
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NewsWelsh meat industry voices Brexit fears
NFU Cymru, the British Meat Processors Association (BMPA) and Hybu Cig Cymru (HCC) have all voiced shared concerns over Brexit’s potential impact on the red meat sector in Wales.HCC chair Kevin Roberts.In a joint letter to Welsh Assembly Members, NFU Cymru and BMPA have outlined the importance of the Welsh ...
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NewsDanish Crown to postpone strategic target
As a result of continued losses in UK company Tulip Ltd, Danish Crown has decided to postpone its strategic target by two years.Jais Valeur, group CEO of Danish Crown.In a report, Danish Crown says it is doing all it can to bolster earnings for the benefit of the group’s owners ...
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NewsMeat sees stronger performance in latest grocery figures
Fresh primary meat and poultry has moved into growth after a few difficult months, according to researcher Kantar Worldpanel.Pork is the overall winner in the latest grocery market share figures.The latest grocery market share figures covering the 12 weeks to 4th November show that meat and poultry value sales have ...
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NewsGovernment advisory committee recommends slashing UK beef and lamb production
The advisory Committee on Climate Change (CCC) has urged the Government to call for a significant reduction in beef and lamb production. It suggests that the number of sheep and cattle in the UK should be reduced by between a fifth and a half due to the emission of greenhouse ...
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NewsU.S. moves forward with cell-grown ‘meat’
Cultured ‘meat’ products are a continuing topic of interest across the pond, with the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announcing they will oversee production.Both USDA and FDA will jointly oversee the production of cell-cultured food products derived from livestock and poultry.The two ...
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NewsSausages and burgers were summer winners
Burgers and bangers were the winners of this year’s barbecue season, with burgers making an appearance at almost 40% of all barbecue occasions.Burgers and sausages came out on top in this year’s barbecue season.According to the latest piece of research from the Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB) which explores ...
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NewsInternational Meat Trade Association welcomes Draft Brexit Agreement
The International Meat Trade Association (IMTA) has welcomed the Draft Brexit Agreement reached by UK and EU negotiators but says that much uncertainty remains.IMTA's policy director, Katie Doherty has responded to the draft Brexit Agreement.The organisation has released the following statement: “IMTA welcomes the news that the UK and EU ...
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NewsWinners of 2018 Women In Meat Industry Awards revealed
The winners of the inaugural Women In Meat Industry Awards were announced on 16th November during a glittering celebratory dinner and ceremony at The Royal Garden Hotel in Kensington, London.The 2018 Women In Meat Industry Award Winners.Celebrity chef and cookery school businesswoman Lesley Waters, known for television shows including Ready ...
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NewsMeat industry attends HCC Wales conference
Some 120 meat processors and farmers attended the annual Hybu Cig Cymru - Meat Promotion Wales (HCC) conference at Buith Wells on 8th November, reports industry expert Jean-Pierre Garnier.In a presentation, Dr. Prysor Williams of Bangor University, highlighted the most recent research and facts regarding the sustainability of Welsh production ...
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NewsMeat price stability ‘threatened’ for 2019
A ‘melting pot’ of risks are threatening global meat price stability, according to Rabobank’s annual outlook report Growth Slows Down…As Doubt Gears Up.Major outbreaks are affecting global trade and consumer preferences, and as a result, a shift to beef consumption is expected.Rabobank’s report reveals that while meat markets will continue ...
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NewsBrexit Withdrawal Agreement: what it means for meat
The meat industry has been quick to respond to the Brexit Withdrawal Agreement, which was confirmed by the United Kingdom and European Union negotiating teams in principle this week.The full 585 page report on the Withdrawal Agreement can be found here and that of the Political Declaration here.Meat industry figures ...
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NewsPremier Foods CEO to step down
Premier Foods, known for supplying popular ingredients used with meat dishes, has announced a new strategic initiative to deal with Brexit fears. It has also confirmed the pending departure of CEO Gavin Darby.Premier Foods is known for supplying popular ingredients used with meat dishes, such as Bisto.In a statement, the ...
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NewsNational Pig Association urges caution on ‘Method of Production’ labelling
The National Pig Association (NPA) has urged caution on calls to introduce ‘Method of Production’ labelling on meat products, in particular pork.There is likely to be significant cost involved in ensuring pork is labelled accurately.The subject is due to be discussed today (13th November) at a Westminster Forum event in ...
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NewsBeef prices hold higher than last year
The latest market commentary from Quality Meat Scotland (QMS) shows that although cattle prices have cooled recently over the past month, they are expected to rise as demand for beef increases in the run up to Christmas.Stuart Ashworth, Quality Meat Scotland (QMS) director of Economics Services.Christmas buying will be under ...
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NewsMeat Management raises funds for Children in Need
Meat Management magazine hosted its own teddy bear competition on Friday 9th November in aid of Children in Need 2018.Meat Management magazine hosted a teddy bear competition to raise money for Children in Need.The team ran a competition to raise as much money as possible for Children in Need.Each team ...
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NewsFarm shop vandalised for inviting customers to ‘name turkeys’
Meat retailers are being urged to ensure their sites are secure after a farm shop was vandalised and received threats for offering a "pick your own Christmas turkey" service.The BBC reported that Greendale Farm Shop, based in Woodbury Salterton, Devon, received abuse for providing a service where people can name ...
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NewsIndustry fears meat tax would affect consumers’ health
The meat industry is continuing to respond to the University of Oxford's calls on the Government for a ‘meat tax’, and is pleased to see Dr Carrie Ruxton promoting the health benefits of red meat.Dr. Carrie Ruxton of the Meat Advisory Panel.Yesterday, Meat Management published a comment from Dr. Ruxton ...
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NewsLMC to host 330 cookery demonstrations for schools in Northern Ireland
The Livestock and Meat Commission for Northern Ireland (LMC) has launched its annual beef and lamb post-primary school cookery demonstrations in Northern Ireland that will run until March 2019, delivering 330 demonstrations.The first cookery demonstration kicked off in September, and will continue to run through to March 2019.Carried out by ...
