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NewsGeorge Payne Butchers marks anniversary by slashing prices of beef
Tyneside-based George Payne Butchers is set to mark its 30th anniversary by offering prime beef roasts at the same price they were sold when the company first opened in 1987.(L-R): George Payne Butchers shop manager Alex Daley, 24-year-old up and coming butcher Anthony Cunningham and owner George Payne.As the shop’s ...
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NewsMeat industry golfers unite for charity
The Butchers’ and Drovers’ Charitable Institution (BDCI) has called for keen golfers in the meat industry to help raise funds for the charity by attending a golf day at the Surrey Downs Golf Club in Kingswood on 21st September. The Butchers’ and Drovers’ Charitable Institution's golf day.The annual event promises ...
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NewsWorld Butchers’ Challenge Team GB selection at Meatup
It has now been announced that butchers in the running for a spot in the Team GB butchery team will put their skills to the test at Meatup, the dedicated exhibition for the UK meat industry, later this month. Separate from the main Competition Arena at the show, taking place ...
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NewsHCC looks to make lamb more popular with young people
Hybu Cig Cymru - Meat Promotion Wales (HCC) marketing executives have met with representatives of Wales’s food innovation centres and leading training providers in the catering sector to discuss new ways in which lamb could boost the red meat industry.According to research, developing new convenient options for customers could be ...
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NewsAvian flu case confirmed in Lancashire
The UK’s Chief Veterinary Officer, Nigel Gibbens, has announced that an H5N8 avian flu case was confirmed in a small backyard flock of chickens at a farm near Thornton, Wyre, Lancashire.The flock is estimated to contain around 30 birds, with a number of them having already died from the disease.The ...
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NewsSainsbury’s profits drop despite Argos merger boost
Sainsbury’s has warned of “uncertain” impact of cost pressures, as it unveiled its preliminary results in the year to 11th March that saw its profits before tax slip by 8.2% to £503 million.Sainsbury's profits before tax slipped by 8.2% to £503 million in the year to 11th March.The supermarket retailer ...
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NewsGrocery sector enjoys Easter boost
Figures obtained by Kantar Worldplanel have revealed that strong Easter sales for the 12 weeks ending 23rd April have helped the grocery sector increase by 3.7%, marking the fastest rate since September 2013.All ten major retailers are increasing gains for the first time in three-and-a-half years.According to Kantar’s report, the ...
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NewsRed Tractor appoints new chief executive
Red Tractor Assurance has appointed its current chairman, Jim Moseley, as chief executive, replacing David Clarke when he retires later this month.Red Tractor's first chief executive, David Clarke.Clarke was the assurance scheme’s first-ever chief executive and has held its reins for 19 years.Under his leadership, the scheme saw more than ...
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NewsDanTech UK shortlisted for 2017 E3 Business Awards
Food processing equipment manufacturer DanTech UK has been shortlisted as a finalist for the International Business of the Year 2017 prize at the 2017 E3 Business Awards.Colin Turner.Burscough-based DanTech was selected from amongst hundreds of nominees to become a finalist in the awards that will take at the Macron Stadium ...
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NewsDetails announced for 2017 World Angus Forum
The 2017 World Angus Forum, which takes place from 16th June to 2nd July, has revealed its full programme, as it prepares to “delve into the world of beef production” and look at current and future issues and trends.The 2017 World Angus Forum will take place from 16th June to ...
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NewsMarks and Spencer rumoured to be partnering with Ocado
M&S is reportedly “highly likely” to be planning a partnership with online grocery providers Ocado, according to e-commerce delivery expert ParcelHero.M&S is rumoured to be partnering with Ocado.Following the supermarket retailer’s announcement that it planned to “ramp up its online groceries delivery service,” experts are speculating that a potential tie-up ...
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NewsGordon Newlands joins Innovative Food Ingredients
Gordon Newlands, who recently stepped down from the role of general manager of the Q Guild, has been appointed as an industry specialist by Innovative Food Ingredients (IFI).Gordon Newlands.Innovative Food Ingredients is a family-owned business that specialises in the distribution of food ingredients throughout the UK.The company is a distributor ...
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NewsDanish Crown launches growth package for pig farmers
Danish Crown has announced the launch of a growth package aimed at encouraging farmers to invest in producing more pigs, as demand for Danish pork on key export markets remains “unabated”.Danish Crown CEO, Jais Valeur. Foto: Morten Fauerby // Montgomery morten@montgomery.dkThe company has decided to offer its existing members a ...
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NewsCo-op to sell British-only meat
Co-op has become the first national retailer to announce that all of the fresh meat it sells will now be British, dropping Danish bacon and New Zealand lamb.Co-op has become the first national retailer to sell British-only meat.Co-op stores were already selling British-only beef, chicken, ham, pork, sausages, duck and ...
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NewsTulip Food Company to begin exporting to China
It’s been announced that Danish food company Tulip will begin meat exports to China, following Danish Prime Minister Lars Løkke Rasmussen’s recent visit to the country.Esben Lunde Larsen, Danish Minister for the Environment and Food, has signed an agreement with China that gives heat-treated products from Denmark access to the ...
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NewsIt’s almost time to ‘Meatup’
With Meatup, the only exhibition dedicated to the UK meat industry, a matter of weeks away, the show’s organiser Emma Cash spoke to Meat Management about what visitors can expect from the event.Meatup show organiser Emma Cash.Cash said: “The team at YPL Exhibitions is really excited as we head towards ...
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News2 Sisters reveals £27.5m south west investment
2 Sisters has revealed that a £27.5 million investment in its south west supply chain last year helped it grow by a third to more than a million birds a week.Local MP and Efra select committee chairman, Neil Parish, pictured with organic grower, Mark Persey, during his farms visits.Expansion plans ...
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NewsFarming company fined for irresponsible disposal of chicken
Newark farming company Germany Farms Ltd has been fined £2,000 for the irresponsible disposal of around 10,000 chicken carcasses on woodland in Nottinghamshire last year.Germany Farms Ltd has been fined for the irresponsible disposal of around 10,000 chicken carcasses.The court heard that the Norwell-based business buried the broiler chickens on ...
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NewsScottish avian influenza prevention zone scrapped
The Scottish Government has lifted the avian influenza prevention zone, which will remain in force on shows and gatherings of poultry, waterfowl and game birds until 15th May, when a new general licence will be introduced.The Scottish Government has lifted the avian influenza prevention zone.The prevention zone required bird keepers ...
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NewsFrontmatec acquires Accles & Shelvoke
Global supplier of customised equipment, solutions and software for the red meat industry, Frontmatec, has agreed to take over captive bolt stunning tools manufacturer, Accles & Shelvoke Ltd.Accles & Shelvoke general manager, Joe Holland.Frontmatec’s deal with Accles & Shelvoke is expected to support the latter’s growth and development of new ...
