Red meat processors’ viability threatened by beef price 'pincer effect'

"Our processing sector is enduring margins which are simply unsustainable,” warns QMS chairman, Jim McLaren.

A very concerning gap is emerging between the true value of beef and the price at which it is being sold on retailers’ shelves, warned Quality Meat Scotland (QMS).

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