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NewsSafe UK trade deals are of high importance following Brazil meat scandal
The National Farmers’ Union (NFU) has highlighted the importance of securing trade deals which uphold the high standards of British food production after some of Brazil’s biggest meat processors were accused of selling rotten beef and poultry.Recent allegations against Brazil's beef processors have outlined the importance of securing safe trade ...
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NewsWCB Liverymen celebrate in style
An enthusiastic contingent of Liverymen from the Worshipful Company of Butchers celebrated National Butchers Week by joining together at the Butchers Arms Restaurant in Priors Hardwick, Warwickshire, for a special dinner on Thursday 16th March, which featured a delicious Baron of Beef.The Butchers Arms is a favoured venue of many ...
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NewsIncrease for Scottish meat exports
New figures released by the Scottish Government have revealed that 2016 was a record year for Scotland’s food and drink exports, with meat exports having enjoyed an impressive 11% increase, buoyed by a series of initiatives by Quality Meat Scotland (QMS). Rural Economy Secretary, Fergus Ewing (centre) pictured with representatives ...
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NewsAidan Cotter to lead ABP/Fane Valley joint venture
It has been announced that ABP Food Group and Fane Valley Group have appointed Aidan Cotter as chairman of the board of the Slaney Foods and Irish Country Meats joint venture.Aidan Cotter addressing GFIAThe joint venture is a 50/50 partnership between ABP Food Group and Fane Valley Group and includes ...
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NewsHCC explores convenience options to attract younger shoppers
The growth of the ‘ready to cook’ meal market in UK supermarkets could offer a £7.2 million opportunity for the lamb industry, according to research from Hybu Cig Cymru – Meat Promotion Wales (HCC) and Kantar Worldpanel.As part of its ongoing promotional campaigns for PGI Welsh Lamb, HCC works with ...
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NewsQMS speaks out about factors affecting prime hogg trade
Stuart Ashworth, head of economics services with Quality Meat Scotland (QMS), has spoken about the range of factors affecting the current prime hogg trade.Stuart Ashworth.Historically after a short dip in early January, prime hogg prices have increased through late winter and spring. This year’s prices, however, have remained fairly flat ...
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NewsMoy Park reveals new senior promotions
Poultry meat producer Moy Park has revealed promotions for two of its senior members of staff.David Halliday has been promoted to general manager at the Anwick branch. This role will see Halliday lead and manage activity across Moy Park’s Anwick site to deliver high standards of service and quality for ...
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NewsMM Meat Industry Awards judging underway
Product judging for the 2017 Meat Management Industry Awards is in full swing in the test kitchens and tasting lab at The Regional Food Academy at Harper Adams University.Product judging for the MM Meat Industry Awards is currently underway at Harper Adams University.The expert judging panel, together with home economists, ...
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NewsNew figures reveal decline in cases of campylobacter
Recent figures from UK surveillance bodies show a 17% decline in the number of laboratory reports of human cases of campylobacter in 2016.The Food Standards Agency has used laboratory reports, as well as other factors, to estimate what level of decline in human cases could be achieved through work to ...
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NewsDanish Crown sells Plumrose USA
Global meat-processing company Danish Crown has signed an agreement to sell its American subsidiary Plumrose USA to Brazilian-based JBS, another meat-processing company.The sale is based on the company’s 4WD strategy, under which Danish Crown has decided to focus its business on Northern Europe and Asia.Danish Crown Group CEO, Jais Valeur, ...
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Growth in value and volume for meat products
According to the Kantar World Panel’s Meat, Fish and Poultry (MFP) figures, there has been a drive in value and volume, and this growth could have come as a result of this year’s Valentine’s Day.Nathan Ward, business unit director for MFP, explained that primary meats and poultry saw a return ...
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NewsYork Butchers Gild names Apprentice Butcher of the Year 2016
The York Butchers Gild has named Nathan Redford, a Leeds City College student, as Apprentice Butcher of the Year 2016.Nathan Redford from Goole has completed his Level 2 Proficiency in Meat & Poultry Processing and is currently taking his Level 3 qualification at Leeds City College.Nathan Redford accepting his award ...
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NewsFinal six named for Premier Young Butcher competition
The final six candidates for this year’s Premier Young Butcher competition, which will be taking place at Meatup, have been named.The competition will involve six 18-23 year olds from across the UK competing at MKArena on 25th May.The Premier Young Butcher Competition at Meatup 2015.The competition will name a Premier ...
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NewsPig industry responds to resistance concerns with changes in antibiotic use
Figures recently released through RUMA, are suggesting that the UK Pig Sector is making significant changes in how it monitors antibiotic use in at least one key area, with a halving in prescribed antibiotics administered in the feed of young pigs.National data, collected from the UK’s major feed compounders, has ...
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NewsWhole bird turkey sales going strong
Whole turkey sales at Christmas are now holding their own, according to Paul Kelly, managing director of Farmgate Hatcheries.Kelly stated that the strength of whole bird sales comes after a big swing to crowns and breast joints at major retailers over the past few years.“This swing does seem to have ...
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NewsTesco to offer complete range of fresh pet food
Tesco has become the first UK retailer to offer a complete range of fresh pet food with the launch of its Freshpet range.The move to launch the Freshpet products follows what Tesco describes as growing demand for posh food treats for cats and dogs at the supermarket, particularly over the ...
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NewsEU PiG Grand Prix launched to support European pig producers
On-farm best practice from across some of the major pig producing countries in Europe will be captured via a new producer-led knowledge-sharing project.EU PiG Grand Prix will be launched to support pig producers across Europe.The EU PiG Innovation Group (EU PiG) aims to support the competitiveness of the European pig ...
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Members of new FSA Science Council announced
The Food Standards Agency (FSA) has announced the appointment of a chair and seven members to its new Science Council.The council will provide expert and independent advice to the FSA on how it uses science to underpin its work.Professor Sandy Thomas will chair the council. Professor Thomas is director of ...
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NewsNew master for York Butchers’ Gild
David Lishman, the Q Guild’s National vice chairman, has been named Master of the Company of Butchers of the City of York for 2017.David Lishman has been appointed Master of the York Butchers' Gild. Photo: Dave Hobman.Lishman, who owns the butcher business Lishman’s of Ilkley in Yorkshire, had the title ...
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NewsHarper Adams students receive BDCI Award Scholarships
Six students from Harper Adams University in Shropshire were recently awarded Butchers and Drovers Charitable Institution (BDCI) Award Scholarships at the annual scholarships presentation.Bursary recipients Clare James, Jessica Tomley, Harriet Noble. Susan O'Neill, Ashley Ramsey and Gwesyn Davies, with Edward Hoefling (centre) charitable trust treasurer and trustee, and Bob Bansback ...
