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NewsAnalysis outlines levels of AMR in Campylobacter found in UK chicken
The Food Standards Agency has published a new report analysing 20 years of data on antimicrobial resistance (AMR) in Campylobacter from retail chicken in the UK.The study aimed to assess any trends over a 20-year period and FSA say it provides a baseline against which it can evaluate future, hoped-for ...
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NewsMeat Management Industry Awards confirm that plans are underway for 2023
A new short video plus picture gallery is now live online following the highly successful meat industry annual awards ceremony, held at the Hilton Birmingham Metropole on 15th September. Organisers report that take up to support the 2023 event by the category partners is exceptional, with all categories expected to ...
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NewsUK pork production on the rise
UK pig meat production increased in August by 1,700 tonnes (2.1%) compared with the same month the previous year to total 84,500 tonnes, according to latest figures from Defra.The Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB) said that there was also an uplift in pig meat volumes from July, with an ...
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NewsDiscounter Aldi confirms sales growth is at new peak
The discount supermarket Aldi has reported sales growth of 18.7%, which the business confirms is its highest percentage increase since commencing trading in the UK.Giles Hurley, CEO of Aldi UK and Ireland.The annual trading update stated that whilst sales growth in the UK and Ireland had slowed in 2021, trading ...
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NewsBeef imports decrease whilst exports stabilise
Imports of beef to the UK saw a decline in July as exports stabilised, according to the Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB).UK imports of fresh and frozen beef in July came to 17,400 tonnes. This is a 9.1% decrease on June levels, and 2,600 tonnes (13%) down on imports ...
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NewsFood manufacturing sector welcomes government Growth Plan
UK food manufacturing organisations have welcomed the Chancellor’s Growth Plan for the UK economy, but warn that policy on business taxes remain an issue to be addressed.Chancellor of the Exchequer Kwasi Kwarteng. Picture credit: No. 10 Downing Street.The government aim is to achieve a trend growth rate of 2.5%. According ...
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NewsFinalists confirmed for Women In Meat Industry Awards 2022
Following a record vote, the finalists for the Women In Meat Industry Awards have been confirmed for this year. The winner of each category will be announced at the glittering 5-star ceremony taking place on Friday evening 11th November at the Royal Garden Hotel, Kensington, London.Over 14,000 votes were received ...
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NewsFSS demands change to bill on meat safety standards
Food Standards Scotland (FSS) have vocalised concern about details of the Retained EU Law Bill, stating that consumers could face major safety risks when eating food products, including meat, if no changes are made.The Bill was announced in January 2022 to facilitate “the easier amendment, replacement, and repeal of retained ...
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NewsDefra must look at “the full picture” of pork supply chain, says BMPA
Defra’s pork industry consultation “ignores many of the complexities and commercial forces further downstream that contribute to the problems [producers] have been facing,” according to the British Meat Processors Association (BMPA).Defra launched a consultation earlier this year to “build a better understanding” of how the pork supply chain works with ...
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NewsMore detail needed on new energy scheme, says AIMS
The Association of Independent Meat Suppliers (AIMS) has welcomed the government’s latest energy scheme, which aims to help businesses through rising costs, but added that the support does not go far enough.According to an announcement, the new government scheme will see energy prices for non-domestic energy customers such as businesses, ...
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NewsSPP leaving many pig producers to cover cost of production
Standard Pig Prices (SPP) remain “some way off” covering the estimated cost of production for many producers, leaving the industry in an “incredibly challenging situation”, says the Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB).In a statement, AHDB said GB finished pig prices have been rising since late March; however, the rate ...
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NewsGovernment energy support measures “a relief” for UK food industry
Meat and food industry bodies have confirmed their support for the latest government financial package to tackle rising energy costs; however many say that more detail is needed about the plans which are being put forward to help industries over the coming year.The Scheme will see gas and electricity costs ...
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NewsEville and Jones acquires Vorenta Group
Veterinary inspection services provider Eville and Jones (E&J) has completed the acquisition of the Vorenta Group, which includes the Meat and Livestock Commercial Services Ltd (MLCSL) and Hallmark Veterinary and Compliance Services.Vorenta provides carcass classification services to the meat industry, the deployment of veterinarians under contract to various government departments ...
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NewsNPA drafts plan for “fairer and more sustainable” food supply chain
The National Pig Association (NPA) has announced that it is formulating “a unified response” to Defra’s consultation on its pork supply chain review, with the aim of giving producers “a stronger footing”.Speaking at a NPA Industry Group meeting, regional pig producer representatives said that they felt “a deep sense of ...
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NewsHilton Foods reports higher volumes but lower profits in 2022
International multi-protein producer Hilton Food Group plc has released its interim results for 2022, which shows volumes have increased by 3.6% compared to 2021 levels whilst profits dropped by 9.7%.Hilton Foods serves customers and retail partners across the world with meat, seafood, vegan and vegetarian foods and meals. The business ...
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NewsMM Meat Industry Awards 2022: this year’s winners revealed
The finalists and winners of the annual Meat Management Industry Awards were announced on 15th September during a dinner and presentation ceremony at the Hilton Birmingham Metropole.MM Meat Industry Awards 2022 host Paul Zerdin with this year's winners.Internationally renowned entertainer Paul Zerdin presented manufacturers, supermarkets, industry suppliers, trade organisations, catering ...
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NewsUK food inflation reaches second highest figure on record
Food inflation has continued to rise, now reaching 13.1% which is the second highest figure on record, according to a report by the Food and Drink Federation (FDF).FDF says the production of meat will be impacted by rising food inflation.Prices rose in double digits for 35 of the 49 main ...
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NewsAIMS announces 2022 conference line-up
Ahead of its annual conference, the Association of Independent Meat Suppliers (AIMS) has revealed its line-up of speakers, which includes AHDB CEO Tim Rycroft.AIMS head of policy, Norman Bagley.The conference is scheduled to take place at the Edgbaston Park Hotel Birmingham on Saturday 1st October.AHDB CEO Tim Rycroft has been ...
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NewsIt’s the final countdown to the MM Meat Industry Awards event
The UK’s popular annual meat industry awards event returns on Thursday evening 15th September, hosted by America’s Got Talent winner Paul Zerdin.Final preparations are now underway for the ceremony, set to take place on 15th September at the Hilton Birmingham Metropole. The best of the best in the UK meat ...
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NewsDiscounters on the rise as consumers manage budgets, says Kantar
Discount supermarket Aldi’s sales rose by 18.7% over the 12 weeks to 4th September 2022 making it Britain’s fourth largest supermarket, according to Kantar’s latest market report.For the fourth month in a row, fellow discount retailer Lidl was the fastest growing grocer. This follows an incline in grocery price inflation ...
