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NewsIndustry needs to deal with post-Brexit reality, says HCC
Dai Davies, the chairman of Hybu Cig Cymru – Meat Promotion Wales (HCC), has called for a unified response throughout the farming industry in dealing with the challenges posed by Brexit.HCC chairman Dai Davies.Red meat exports are worth around £200 million a year to the Welsh economy, and at the ...
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NewsNFU complains about Tesco’s ‘fake farm’ branding
The National Farmers Union (NFU) has written to formally complain to the National Trading Standards over the use of ‘fake’ farm branding by retailers on some food products.Photo: Richard Eaton.This follows concerns expressed by NFU members that the use of ‘fake’ farm labels can be misleading for shoppers resulting in ...
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Fire at 2 Sisters site
A fire broke out at the 2 Sisters Food Group Thetford facility on Sunday 17th July which saw more than 200 employees evacuated from the building.The fire on Caxton Way was reported at 3.07pm and led to 270 workers leaving their posts while it was extinguished by Norfolk Fire and ...
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NewsSuccess for Welsh red meat exports
A three-year Welsh Government investment of £1.2 million to support the export activities of Hybu Cig Cymru – Meat Promotion Wales (HCC) has resulted in over £38 million of new and safeguarded business for PGI Welsh Lamb and PGI Welsh Beef.Funding support from the Welsh government has enabled HCC to ...
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NewsIMTA launches Brexit strategy
The International Meat Trade Association (IMTA) recently launched its Brexit strategy at its first board meeting since the UK’s decision to leave the EU.The strategy pledges that IMTA will:Establish the facts rule and constraints of Brexit and what it might mean for IMTA membersEngage with government/civil service and lobby for ...
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NewsOne in three shoppers recognise RSPCA Assured label
One in three shoppers now recognise the RSPCA’s ethical food label RSPCA Assured - previously Freedom Food – a new survey has revealed.Atomik Research carried out a survey of 2,000 adults in June 2016 to measure awareness of RSPCA Assured. An increase of 120% in consumer recognition has been achieved ...
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NewsRed meat purchasing influences revealed
Consumer economic and lifestyle changes are a major contributory factor in purchasing patterns for fresh red meat, Hybu Cig Cymru – Meat Promotion Wales (HCC) suggests.For the 12 week period ending 22nd May 2016, Kantar Worldpanel data shows that GB volume sales of fresh beef increased by 2.3% compared to ...
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NewsGovernment funds campylobacter research
The government’s Agri-Tech Catalyst scheme is to award a share of £16 million funding to a total of 24 agri-tech projects, including a focus on a whole supply chain approach to campylobacter.The funding will allow the largest known molecular study to track and trace campylobacter through the supply chain to ...
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NewsAndrea Leadsom appointed Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs
Andrea Leadsom has been appointed Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs in Theresa May’s new government, replacing Liz Truss who is the new Secretary of State for Justice.Andrea Leadsom is the new Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs.The announcement, which followed the appointment of ...
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NewsMeat wholesaler fined more than £25,000
A Birmingham meat wholesaler has been ordered to pay £25,661 after being found guilty of failing to prevent controlled waste escaping from its premises.Rubbish relating to the meat wholesaler spotted on Bissell Street. Credit: Birmingham City Council.Premium Halal Meat & Poultry Limited, based at Unit W5, The Saturn Centre, Bissell ...
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NewsBritish protected food name plan
Speaking in the House of Commons recently, Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, Liz Truss, outlined her plans for developing a British protected food names status for when Britain leaves the EU.Liz Truss, Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs.New legislation will be required as ...
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NewsSainsbury’s and Tesco recall tinned beef products
Sainsbury’s and Tesco have recalled some of their canned pasta products as they maintain contain pieces of rubber.Credit: Richard Eaton.The recall specifically refers to Sainsbury’s Beef Ravioli in Tomatoa Sauce, 400g, with a ‘best before’ end date of January 2019; Tesco Beef Ravioli, 400g, with a ‘best before’ end date ...
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NewsDiscounts and offers behind fresh meat purchasing
New research from nutrition brand www.gonutrition.com suggests that many consumers do not purchase fresh meat without an incentive, such as a discount or offer.According to the survey which polled a total of 2,849 adults aged 18 and over, 54% of respondents said they would only buy fresh meat if the ...
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NewsScotch Beef PGI supports Homeless World Cup
Scotch Beef PGI is one of the official supporters of Team Scotland at the Homeless Football World Cup 2016.Scott Jarron owner of Scott Brothers butchers pictured with Team Scotland players Connor Henderson (left) and James Maich. Picture by Graeme Hart. Copyright: Perthshire Picture Agency.The event, which began on 10th July ...
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NewsJohn Torode to host FMT Food Industry Awards lunch
Food Management Today magazine (the sister title to Meat Management) has announced that popular celebrity chef and TV broadcaster John Torode is to host the annual FMT Food Industry Awards ceremony and lunch that will take place in London on 3rd February.Popular chef and TV broadcaster John Torode will host ...
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NewsHCC determined to keep red meat on post-Brexit agenda
Hybu Cig Cymru – Meat Promotion Wales (HCC) is determined to secure the future of Wales’ red meat industry amid the political uncertainties caused by the EU referendum result.HCC chairman Dai Davies says it is vital arrangements are put in for the status of PGI Welsh Lamb and Welsh Beef.“Since ...
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NewsSupply and demand key to sheep trade
Supply and demand remains the main factor influencing the sheep trade, according to Quality Meat Scotland (QMS).“The conclusion of the Muslim holy month of Ramadan typically provides a short term lift in demand for sheepmeat and support for the market price,” Stuart Ashworth, QMS’s head of economics services, said.In the ...
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NewsIndependent butchers in unique position for turkey market
The turkey market in the UK is consolidating with fewer farmers rearing the birds and fewer processors putting them on the market.Paul Kelly speaking at the NFMFT annual meeting.Paul Kelly from Kelly’s Turkeys as guest speaker at the National Federation of Meat and Food Traders’ (NFMFT) annual meeting in London ...
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Butcher gift voucher scheme launched
A Premier Butcher Gift Voucher scheme has been launched by the National Federation of Meat & Food Traders (NFMFT).The scheme is to allow consumers to exchange Premier Butcher gift vouchers for meat products provided by butchers and farm shops.Consumers will be able to purchase the vouchers, which come in £25.00 ...
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NewsBernard Matthews announces sale of German subsidiary
Bernard Matthews has sold its German subsidiary, Bernard Matthews Oldenburg (BMO) to German turkey, chicken and pork producer, Sprehe Gruppe.According to Bernard Matthews it has exchanged contracts with Union Holdings & co KG, which holds all the activities of the Sprehe Gruppe, for the sale of its 100% interest in ...
