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NewsBird flu outbreak in south-west France
It has been reported that ten cases of a bird flu outbreak have now been detected in south-west France.The virus was first detected in the Dordogne region at the end of November, however, new outbreaks have also been confirmed the Haute-Vienne and Landes regions.The highly pathogenic H5N1 strain of the ...
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NewsBritish Poultry Council awards recognises BVPA contribution to the industry
The achievements of the British Veterinary Poultry Association (BVPA) in its efforts to support the industry during the three outbreaks of Avian Influenza in 2015 were recognised at the British Poultry Council (BPC) Awards at the House of Commons recently.BPC Awards recipients: (L-R) John Reed, Annabelle Heath, BVPA president David ...
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NewsIndustry responds to proposed meat tax
Leading figures from across the industry have responded to a proposal for a meat tax calling it unrealistic, misguided and simplistic.BMPA director, Stephen Rossides: “This report seems to be another simplistic ‘eat less meat to save the world’ polemic.”The report from Chatham House, Changing Climate, Changing Diets: Pathways to Lower ...
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NewsDiners are showing an increased interest in restaurant food sources, says NPA
Diners are showing an increased interest in where their meat is sourced from in restaurants, according to the National Pig Association (NPA).Conventionally, diners are less concerned about where their food comes from in restaurants than they are when doing their weekly shop in supermarkets.But new research shows that over half ...
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NewsSurvey suggests pork pies will be popular this Christmas
According to a recent survey from UK pork pie manufacturers Pork Farms, over 70 per cent of men will be tucking into pork pies this Christmas.While roast turkey, Brussel sprouts and Christmas pudding are all traditional Christmas dinner staples, it would seem that the British pork pie is fast becoming ...
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BRF holds negotiations with Universal Meats and others
Food company, BRF is continuing its global expansion by holding negotiations with UK meat distributor, Universal Meats, Thailand poultry producer, Golden Foods Siam (GFS) and Dutch company, Eclipse Holding Cooperatief UA, which controls Campo Austral in Argentina."This is a milestone in the company's history and a clear message that our ...
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ABP Foods to acquire 50% stake in Slaney Foods
ABP Foods is to acquire a 50 per cent stake in Slaney Foods subject to competition clearance. If completed it will give the company control of over a quarter of the beef processing industry in Ireland.Slaney Foods, the parent company of Slaney Meats and Irish Country Meats, is currently owned ...
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NewsScotch Lamb Christmas jumper launched
A new Scotch Lamb PGI Christmas jumper has been launched to raise money for charity.The jumpers will be sold in aid of RSABI – with £5 from the sale of each jumper going to support the charity which provides financial assistance, support and advice to people who have worked in ...
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NewsRoyal Smithfield Club prize awarded to former AHDB Beef and Lamb chairman
Former chairman of AHDB Beef and Lamb, John Cross, has been honoured by the Royal Smithfield Club for his services to the livestock industry over the last 25 years.John Cross left receiving award from Donald Biggar rightSheep farmer John, who farms in Norfolk, was presented with the Bicentenary Trophy by ...
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NewsFarmhouse Fare crowned champion at Great Northern Pork Pie Competition
Farmhouse Fare in Skipton has been crowned supreme champion in the seventh annual Great Northern Pork Pie Competition, with its speciality pork and apple pie.Farmhouse Fare’s Janet Green is pictured with her 2015 Great Northern Pork Pie supreme championship-winning speciality pie, joined by, from left, David Hempel, director of sponsors ...
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NewsAHDB proposes levy freeze
The Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB) is proposing to hold 2016/17 levy rates for all industry sectors at the same level as this year, including the pigmeat, beef and lamb markets. This is one recommendation from the Board in its proposed plans for 2016/19, launched for industry consultation today ...
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NewsUK pig industry leading figure, John Godfrey CBE dies
John Godfrey CBE, a stalwart of the UK pig industry, has died. John Godfrey CBE died in the early hours of Tuesday 2nd December 2015.Born into a north Lincolnshire farming family, Godfrey qualified as a chartered accountant in 1971 before returning to the family farming business.During his illustrious career, John ...
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NewsClinton Roberts wins Welsh Pork Butcher contest
Clinton Roberts who owns Ponty Butchers in Pontardawe won the Welsh Pork Butcher competition this week after the contest took place at Royal Welsh Winter Fair in Builth Wells.Roberts was up against former Welsh Young Butcher champions Peter Rushforth from Mold and Tomos Hopkin from Swansea, who came second and ...
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NewsDunbia welcomes Chinese approval for pork exports
Following intensive work undertaken by government and industry, Northern Ireland processor, Dunbia has welcomed the news that provisional approval for exporting pork to China has been agreed.The company, which processes 800,000 pigs a year, has been a keen supporter of securing the Chinese export market for Northern Ireland’s agri-food industry.Dunbia ...
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NewsWest Country Lamb reaches Italian supermarkets
West Country Lamb, which bears the Protected Geographical Indication (PGI) banner, has made a breakthrough in the Italian market.The lamb range, which includes leg, loin and shoulder products, has been listed by the SMA retail group in Italy, which has over 200 stores trading under the Simply fascia.Ed Green of ...
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Early review of the CAP Delivery Programme
Ineffective collaboration between the bodies responsible for the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) Delivery Programme undermined their ability to deliver a successful rural payments service, the National Audit Office’s (NAO) early review has said. The Programme is a combined effort between the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, the Rural ...
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NewsChristmas period highlights challenges of carcase balance
The usual year round challenge that processors face in achieving carcase balance is brought to light in the run-up to the Christmas period says Quality Meat Scotland (QMS).According to Stuart Ashworth, head of economics services with QMS, evidence from retail sales analyses does not show a significant lift in the ...
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NewsSupermarkets urged to keep beef and lamb supply steady
Supermarkets can make a positive contribution in 2016 by ensuring a steady and consistent flow of lamb and beef to their shelves, Hybu Cig Cymru - Meat Promotion Wales (HCC) chairman Dai Davies told an audience at the opening of the Royal Welsh Winter Fair, Llanelwedd.HCC chairman Dai Davies: "It ...
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NewsMarel agrees to acquire MPS
Food processing equipment supplier, Marel has agreed to acquire MPS meat processing systems for €382 million on a debt and cash-free basis.MPS meat processing systems provides primary processing solutions for the meat industry, such as automated slaughter lines for pigs, cattle and sheep. Headquartered in the Netherlands with its main ...
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NewsScottish SPCA recognises commitment to welfare in pig industry
The commitment of one Gordon McKen, who has championed the importance of animal welfare in the Scottish pig industry over the past 25 years, has been recognised by the Scottish SPCA.McKen, who has held several key roles during his career in the Scottish pig industry, was presented with a Scottish ...
