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NewsSuccess for British butchers at the 2024 Smithfield Awards
Ten butchers from across the UK have been crowned best in class at this year’s Smithfield Awards.
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NewsNuffield scholar report highlights need for 'robust' livestock
Highlands-based beef and sheep farmer Vic Ballantyne NSch has published her Nuffield Farming report entitled 'Too fat? The role of body condition in maternal livestock in areas with extreme seasonal variability'.Vic Ballantyne presented her findings at the 2023 Nuffield Farming Conference in Exeter.The publication of the report was sponsored jointly ...
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NewsFQAS levy increases from June to "ensure long-term sustainability"
The Farm Quality Assurance Scheme (FQAS) Industry Board has confirmed that following a consultation with key stakeholders, its membership fees will increase from June.FQAS members will see producer and processor fees rise in June.The FQAS Industry Board is an industry stakeholder group made up of representatives from the Ulster Farmers' ...
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News'Let's Change Lamb' campaign helps drive demand in France
The Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB) has announced it will be participating in a French promotional campaign to drive demand for lamb among younger consumers.The campaign will educate butchers on the cuts most appealing to younger consumers, in order to attract more buyers.France is the UK's largest market for ...
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NewsBeef burgers a "customer favourite", says Sainsbury's
According to its preliminary results for the 2023/24 financial year, UK retailer Sainsbury’s has achieved record market share gains. Sainsbury’s said its Signature Beef Burgers were a customer favourite. During the 2023/24 year, Sainsbury’s reported group revenue of £32.7 billion. It also revealed that its retail sales ...
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NewsAsda reports sales growth of 5.4% in 2023
UK retailer Asda has announced its financial results for the year ended 31st December 2023.Asda reported adjusted earnings are up by 24% in 2023.The supermarket grew like-for-like sales by 5.4%, and reported a 24% increased in adjusted earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortisation (EBITDA) after rent to over £1 ...
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NewsLMC partners with industry for NI Beef Week
The Livestock and Meat Commission (LMC) has revealed that Northern Ireland Farm Quality Assured (NIFQA) beef will take centre stage as industry celebrates NI Beef Week.L-R: Janice Gibson, Asda; Colin Smith, LMC; Trevor Somerville, UFU; and Keith Williamson, ABP Linden.The event will take place alongside Great British Beef Week from ...
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NewsFarming unions call on food retailers to 'back British'
UK farming unions have called on retailers to support industry in response to "challenging and disruptive" weather this spring.Farming unions called on retailers to promote local suppliers, commit to local sourcing and provide fair supply chains.In a joint letter on behalf of the National Farmers' Union (NFU), NFU Scotland, NFU ...
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NewsConsumers save £1.3bn using supermarket deals - Kantar
According to Kantar's latest supermarket share update, consumers saved £1.3 billion collectively through supermarket deals in the last four weeks.Supermarket deals saved customers a reported £1.3 billion as grocery inflation fell to 3.2%.Grocery price inflation fell to 3.2% over the four weeks to 14th April, aided by "a significant increase ...
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NewsWelsh producers to highlight sustainability during Great British Beef Week
According to Hybu Cig Cymru - Meat Promotion Wales (HCC), Welsh Beef producers will highlight the sector's sustainability credentials during Great British Beef Week, held 23-30th April.Ben and Ethan Williams work on Garth Farm near Cardiff.The nationwide campaign was created by Ladies in Beef, and founded by Devon beef producer ...
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NewsSofina acquires Scottish farms to improve its pork supply chain
Food processor Sofina Foods Europe (Sofina) has announced that it has acquired equipment, livestock and a number of farms from Rattlerow Scotland as part of its plan to strengthen its integrated pork supply chain.Sofina Foods purchased assets from Rattlerow Scotland, including farms, livestock and equipment.The deal will see up to ...
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NewsAcademics work together to highlight positive red meat research
Hybu Cig Cymru - Meat Promotion Wales (HCC) has backed a group of academics working together to project positive news about eating red meat as a result of their mutual concerns about the impact of inaccurate work in the same field of research.Professor Dr. Peer Ederer, co-founder and director of ...
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NewsAHDB Porkwatch survey "largely positive", says NPA
The Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB) has released its latest Porkwatch survey, reporting a higher proportion of British pork and sausage products on shelves than last year.AHDB said that 62% of ham across 10 retailers was British, slightly up on January.The survey, which looked at the performance of pork ...
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NewsObituary: Graham Sharp
It is with great sadness that Meat Management announces the passing of Graham Sharp, a Past Master, Clerk and Father to the Court of The Worshipful Company of Butchers (WCB), aged 85, following a short illness.Graham Sharp speaking at a WCB Court Lunch. | Picture: Phil McCarthy.He served as Master ...
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NewsScottish farming calls for domestic food production commitments
The National Farmers' Union (NFU) Scotland met with MPs and Lords in the House of Commons to outline the importance of domestic food production.L-R: Alasdair Macnab, NFU Scotland vice president; Martin Kennedy, NFU Scotland president; and Andrew Connon, NFU Scotland vice president.The event, held on Tuesday 16th April, was an ...
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NewsPlant-based labelling ban suspended after "serious doubt" about legality
A ban on "meaty" labels for plant-based products in France has been suspended just weeks before its implementation date.The suspension of the ban will mean plant-based companies are free to use "meaty" labels on their products.The ban, which was due to come into force on 1st May 2024, would have ...
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NewsMeat prices fall to lowest rate since 2021 - ONS
According to the latest figures from the Office for National Statistics (ONS), meat prices fell by 0.5% between February and March.ONS reported that the main downward contribution in annual rates easing came from pork products.The figures showed that the annual rates for most types of food product eased between February ...
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NewsObituary: David Lidgate
Meat Management is saddened to report the passing of David Lidgate, founding member of the Q Guild of Butchers and previous owner of the family-run C. Lidgate butcher shop in London.David Lidgate, former owner of C. Lidgate butchers and founding member of the Q Guild of Butchers.After taking over the ...
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NewsSkills Minister urged not to overlook food apprenticeships - FTC
The Food and Drink Training & Education Council (FTC) has joined the Provision Trade Federation (PTF) in writing a letter to the Skills Minister, calling for food apprenticeships to be added to the next round of Standard reviews.Luke Hall MP, Minister for Skills, Apprenticeships and Higher Education. | Picture: UK ...
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NewsQMS provides butchery apprentices with value-added events
Quality Meat Scotland (QMS) has reported that it has provided learning and development opportunities for 24 apprentice butchers across Scotland. Scottish butcher apprentices took part in the event to learn more about value-added products and to share ideas. QMS partnered with butchery businesses to hold educational events ...
