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NewsWaitrose commits to regeneratively farmed meat by 2035
UK retailer Waitrose has said it is committing to supporting its farmers to move to regenerative farming practices to help "boost financial resilience" and combat the effects of climate change.L-R: James Bailey, Waitrose; Professor Carol Wagstaffe, University of Reading; Charlotte Di Cello, Waitrose; and David Webster, LEAF.The move comes in ...
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NewsPilgrim's Europe director appointed NIFDA chair
Professor Ursula Lavery, technical and R&D director at pork processor Pilgrim's Europe (including Moy Park), has been appointed chair of the Northern Ireland Food and Drink Association (NIFDA).L-R: George Mullan, vice chair; Professor Ursula Lavery, chair; and Simon Fitzpatrick, vice chair.Lavery will hold the position for two years, and takes ...
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NewsDeadline approaching: get involved in the 2024 Meat Industry Awards
Organisers of the Meat Management Meat Industry Awards are finalising preparations for this year’s product judging process, as the nominations deadline of Friday 24th May is fast approaching.
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NewsWarrendale Wagyu receives King's Award for innovation
UK Wagyu beef manufacturer Warrendale Wagyu has received the King's Award for Enterprise in the innovation category for 2024.Warrendale Wagyu works with over 600 farmers across the country.Warrendale Wagyu has been acknowledged for working with a "quality breed of cattle and group of UK farmers to drive a customer-led approach", ...
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NewsWelsh Government forms Roundtable to work on SFS
The Welsh Rural Affairs Secretary has formed a Sustainable Farming Scheme (SFS) Ministerial Roundtable to review the Scheme and "find a way forward" that works for everyone. Huw Irranca-Davies, Cabinet Secretary for Climate Change and Rural Affairs.Cabinet Secretary for Climate Change and Rural Affairs, Huw Irranca-Davies, said: "We have had ...
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NewsNZ/EU trade agreement "unlikely to threaten UK exports", says AHDB
Improved access for New Zealand sheep meat, beef and dairy to the EU as part of the new NZ/EU Free Trade Agreement (FTA) is unlikely to pose a threat to UK exports, according to the Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB).The Free Trade Agreement will allow more New Zealand sheep ...
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NewsSAMW calls for transparency regarding increased industry charge rates
The Scottish Association of Meat Wholesalers (SAMW) has requested transparency regarding meat industry charge rates and postponement of their implementation.SAMW said that the increased charge rates could be attributed to Government policies, of which the factors are beyond meat industry control.SAMW has expressed its concerns over the increased Food Standards ...
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NewsSurrey Council to consider 'Meat-Free Mondays' at local schools
A resolution has been put forward at Surrey County Council to propose Surrey schools introduce 'Meat-Free Mondays'.The Council highlighted that the eating environment should be an "inclusive and social one".At a Surrey County Council (SCC) meeting on Monday 29th April, councillors suggested a potential rule that would see a fully ...
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NewsHCC showcases sustainable Welsh meat to Italian trade delegates
Hybu Cig Cymru - Meat Promotion Wales (HCC) has welcomed a trade delegation from Italy to help strengthen export relationships.Italian delegates visited the Roderick family farm in the Usk Valley.During a tour of the processing facilities at Kepak's Merthyr Tydfil site and a tour at Newton farm, a beef and ...
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NewsUK Lions butchery squad revealed ahead of 2025 World Butchers' Challenge
The UK Lions squad for the World Butchers' Challenge in Paris 2025 has been revealed, featuring 19 butchers from around the country.Teams of butchers will go head to head at the World Butchers' Challenge, showcasing their butchery skills.With industry backing from the newly formed Team GB board, the UK Lions ...
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NewsNSA calls for commitments to industry after First Minister's departure
The National Sheep Association (NSA) has highlighted the threat that a "current lack of confidence in the Scottish Government" poses to the nation's agricultural sector.Phil Stocker, NSA chief executive.Following the announcement of the resignation of Scotland's First Minister Humza Yousaf, NSA has called on Government to focus on the agricultural ...
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NewsLMC red meat workshops for teachers boost cookery skills
The Livestock and Meat Commission (LMC) has organised interactive red meat workshops for teachers in Northern Ireland, helping them to develop their cooking skills.LMC education and consumer promotions manager Sarah Toland and LMC marketing placement student Jo-Anne McCay (second and third from left) pictured with teachers attending the workshop at ...
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NewsQMS campaigns for better safeguarding against ASF
Quality Meat Scotland (QMS) has stressed the importance of taking preventative measures against African Swine Fever (ASF), forming a new Feral Pig Working Group while taking part in global consultations.QMS has formed a Feral Pig Working Group in order to control populations of feral pigs.Andy McGowan, QMS board member and ...
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NewsKerry reports volume growth led by meat category
Ingredients company Kerry Taste & Nutrition has released its Q1 Interim Management Statement for 2024, reporting "good" volume growth despite "relatively muted consumer demand" in a number of markets.CEO of Kerry Group, Edmond Scanlon.The business experienced volume growth of 3.1%, with growth led by the Meat, Snacks, Meals and Beverage ...
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NewsCharcuterie businesses form merger to scale up production
British charcuterie and smoked meat brands Rare & Pasture and Tempus Foods have announced that they are merging their businesses to expand production and increase sales. L-R: Dhruv Baker and Tom Whitaker from Tempus Foods with Andrew Owens from Rare & Pasture. The combined mission of the ...
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NewsReport outlines steps for livestock farmers to improve environmental impact
Hybu Cig Cymru - Meat Promotion Wales (HCC), Quality Meat Scotland (QMS) and the Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB) have partnered to produce a joint report, highlighting practical steps farmers can take to improve their environmental impact.The report said that farmers must improve efficiency on-farm to help meet ...
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NewsDPHA seizes 3.4 tonnes of illegal meat days before BTOM implementation
Over 3.4 tonnes of illegal meat was seized at the border in Dover over the weekend, just days before the implementation of the latest phase of the Border Target Operating Model (BTOM).DPHA said the illegal meat included 54 sheep carcasses, found in two vehicles from Romania.The seizures came from a ...
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News"We have to level the playing field", says BPC boss
The British Poultry Council (BPC) said it believed the cost of not having "fair, reciprocated checks" on food at the UK border is greater than the burdens that come with them. Richard Griffiths, chief executive of the British Poultry Council.This news follows the implementation of the Border Target Operating Model ...
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NewsStephanie Hildon takes over as Ginsters MD
Following Sam Mitchell's move to MD of Savoury Pastry at Samworth Brothers, Stephanie Hildon will be taking over as managing director of Cornwall-based pastry company Ginsters.Stephanie Hildon, incoming MD at Ginsters.Ginsters produces Cornish pasties, cajun chicken bakes, sausage rolls and steak slices from its manufacturing facility in Cornwall.Sam Mitchell, outgoing ...
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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.
