All Red Meat articles – Page 13
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NewsNew secretary general at UECBV
UECBV, The European Livestock and Meat Trades Union, has appointed Dr Karsten Maier as the new Secretary General of the organisation.Dr Karsten Maier has a track record of leadership and engagement across the agribusiness sector. (Photo: UECBV)Dr Maier is German and graduated from the University of Hohenheim, Institute for Farm ...
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NewsEaster and Brexit delay has helped sheep market
The Easter market and the decision to delay Brexit has helped to support the prime sheep market over the past few weeks, according to the latest analysis by Quality Meat Scotland (QMS).QMS' Stuart Ashworth explains lamb imports play an important part in maintaining consumer interest.Despite the recent strengthening, producer prices ...
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NewsEntries open for ‘One to Watch’ 2019 prize from Meat Business Women
The Meat Business Women organisation (MBW) has announced its ‘One to Watch’ annual prize for 2019. Now in its second year, the winner will receive a place on the ‘Women Leaders’ course at Cranfield University worth over £4,000.2018 winner Harriet Wilson.MBW said that the prize will be given to an ...
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NewsScience confirms what industry has been telling regulators all along - meat safe to eat for up to 50 days
New scientific findings show that new packaging could keep meat fresh for up to 50 days, and will mean Sell-By dates on meat are finally to be reviewed.New packaging could keep meat fresh for up to 50 days.The study, reported in The Daily Telegraph, was commissioned by The British Meat ...
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NewsIFFA 2019 countdown begins
With just over two weeks to go until IFFA 2019 opens its doors to more than 1,000 companies from around 50 countries, market leaders are set to present innovations and future-oriented trends to the entire processing chain of the meat industry.Photo: Messe Frankfurt GmbH / Petra Welzel.Presented on a three-yearly ...
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NewsMeat industry reacts to meat and bowel cancer study
A study published by Oxford Academic’s International Journal of Epidemiology reports people who eat red and processed meat within department of health guidelines are still at increased risk of bowel cancer – Meat Management brings you the industry's responses.AHDB and Meat Advisory PanelDr Carrie Ruxton: “Red meat provides valuable nutrients, ...
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NewsGordon King appointed as new executive manager at Scottish Craft Butchers
Scottish Craft Butchers (SCB) has announced its new executive manager will be Gordon King, who is set to take over the position vacated by Douglas Scott.Gordon King will take over Douglas Scott as executive manager.SCB says King will bring a wide range of experience both of the meat industry and ...
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NewsMeat from Britain to be showcased at the SIAL Canada exhibition
Red meat products from England, Scotland and Wales are to be profiled at the international tradeshow SIAL Canada, which is held in Montreal over three days from 30th April to 2nd May.Red meat products from England, Scotland and Wales are to be profiled at SIAL Canada.The show attracts more than ...
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NewsExtension to Brexit process agreed again – trade comments
EU leaders have granted the Prime Minister an extension to the UK Brexit process, after meeting in Brussels on 10th April. The new deadline of 31st October offers the prospect of the UK not having to leave the EU without a deal.The new deadline of 31st October offers the prospect ...
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NewsWCB raise over £60,000 following Kilimanjaro climb
A team representing the Worshipful Company of Butchers Livery Company (WCB), have successfully climbed Mount Kilimanjaro and in the process raised over £60,000.The Cure Parkinson’s Trust was the chosen charity.Speaking at Saddlers Hall in London, at a recent WCB Court Lunch, David Baker said: “Two years ago, in the pub, ...
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News2 Sisters learning and development rolled out across poultry sites
2 Sisters Food Group says it has stepped up its commitment to the continuous training development of its people with two major learning programme roll-outs across its UK poultry estate.The Work Words programme compromises of a series of 10 facilitated one-hour sessions concentrating on key aspects of factory life.Word Works ...
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NewsTesco to offer vegan foods in the meat aisle
From Monday 8th April, larger Tesco stores will be offering vegan alternatives in the meat aisles in a new fixture where customers will find both next to each other.The move comes as Tesco says it believe more Brits are reducing their meat consumption, either turning to a vegan or vegetarian ...
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NewsMPs vote for an extension to Brexit process – industry reaction
In a bid to avoid any no-deal scenario, MPs voted by a majority of one last night to force Prime Minister Teresa May to ask the EU for an extension to the Brexit process.The legislation, proposed by Labour MP Yvette Cooper, was approved by MPs by just one vote.The bill, ...
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NewsTulip invests £2.3m in Ruskington factory
Tulip Ltd., is investing £2.3m in its specialist snacking site at Ruskington to meet increased demand for core traditional products, while enhancing its capability to bring new innovations to market.The Ruskington site produces 75 million Scotch eggs per year.The Lincolnshire factory, which employs 450 workers, is claimed to be the ...
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NewsHRH The Countess of Wessex presents Bicentenary Trophy
Former Waitrose director Heather Jenkins has been awarded the Royal Smithfield Club Bicentenary Trophy in recognition of 30 years of outstanding service to meat sectors and agriculture.L-R: David Gunner, Joint Chief Executive Dovecote Park Ltd, Heather Jenkins, former Waitrose & Partners director, Her Royal Highness The Countess of Wessex, and ...
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NewsTulip to continue with MM Awards sponsorship
As anticipation builds towards this year’s Meat Management Meat Industry Awards ceremony, organisers have confirmed that Tulip will once again sponsor the main course at the black tie dinner on June 27th.Up to 500 guests are expected to attend the dinner at the Hilton Birmingham Metropole this year.The annual Awards ...
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NewsSteak wins the day
National Craft Butchers (NCB) has reported that its recent Roadshow and BBQ Competition was a great success and that top spot for the Champion BBQ Product category went to Owen Taylor & Sons for its sirloin steak entry.Owen Taylor & Sons won Champion BBQ Product with its Sirloin Steak.The NCB ...
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NewsRecognition of craft skills long overdue - IoM
A new report issued by think tank, The Social Market Foundation (SNF), has suggested that workers who complete apprenticeships should be allowed to call themselves ‘craftsman’ or ‘craftswoman’ to put their qualifications on a par with university degrees.Winners at the recent WCB/IoM awards pictured with HRH Princess Royal, together with ...
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NewsSir David Naish dies aged 78
Former NFU President Sir David Naish has died at the age of 78. He will be remembered for his important leadership during the BSE crisis.Sir David was President of the NFU between 1991 and 1998.Born in Nottinghamshire, Sir David was President of the NFU between 1991 and 1998 and followed ...
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NewsBMPA begins new research projects
The British Meat Processors Association (BMPA) is launching new research and development projects to further knowledge behind aspects of the red meat supply chain.BMPA say that a search of the literature failed to uncover any cases of botulism associated with fresh chilled VP or MAP meat.The projects will invest with ...
