All Wales articles
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NewsHCC spotlights global growth opportunities for Welsh red meat at conference
Hybu Cig Cymru - Meat Promotion Wales told its conference delegates that there are now “global growth opportunities” for Welsh red meat in new and existing marketplaces.
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NewsPGI Welsh Lamb returns to UAE and KSA
Hybu Cig Cymru - Meat Promotion Wales has revealed that PGI Welsh lamb has made a return to the United Arab Emirates and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
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NewsHCC begins new CEO recruitment
After a period of “turbulent change”, Hybu Cig Cymru – Meat Promotion Wales (HCC), the red meat levy body, is now looking to recruit its new CEO to lead the organisation into its next phase of development.
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NewsHCC highlights social sustainability within Welsh beef and sheep sector
A sustainable food and drink event heard that economic and social sustainability is important to the Welsh beef and sheep sector.
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NewsAthlete promotes PGI Welsh red meat as part of a balanced diet
HCC has partnered with Welsh athlete Adelé Nicoll to highlight the importance of PGI Welsh Lamb and PGI Welsh Beef.
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NewsHCC spotlights Welsh Lamb production as Italian delegates visit
HCC welcomed Italian meat specialists to Wales to learn more about the production of PGI Welsh Lamb.
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NewsRecord beef prices fuelled by “strong” demand
HCC has revealed that beef deadweight prices have “soared to a new record high”, which it said was fuelled by strong domestic and international demand and a “squeeze” on supply.
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NewsAnimated videos to teach children about ‘farm to fork’
HCC has produced a set of animated videos following the Welsh farm to fork journey to promote Welsh red meat to schoolchildren.
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NewsFall in cattle supply could have “significant implications” for Welsh beef
HCC has revealed that a fall in cattle supply could affect future Welsh beef numbers.
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NewsWelsh red meat production highlighted in children’s magazine
HCC has partnered with a children’s magazine to spotlight the nutritional benefits of Welsh red meat.
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NewsProject launched to assess effects of reduced cattle rearing period
An HCC-led project aimed at helping beef producers save money will consider the impact of finishing beef cattle within a reduced rearing period on a business’ financial return.
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NewsSheep farmers face “irreparable damage” if numbers fall further
HCC has said that falling flock and farm numbers in Wales could cause “irreparable damage” to the livestock industry if numbers dwindle further.
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NewsJune abattoir throughput figures show “concerning trend”, says HCC
HCC has found that UK abattoir throughput figures for June revealed a “concerning trend” as sheep numbers slaughtered were “substantially down”.
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NewsHCC teaches 1,100 children about red meat production
Hybu Cig Cymru - Meat Promotion Wales has delivered 40 red meat sessions to over 1,100 children across Wales.
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NewsHCC finds trends point to future stability in beef market
Hybu Cig Cymru - Meat Promotion Wales (HCC) analysis of data underpinning supply and retail trends suggests the longer-term picture for beef prices could improve on the current experience of small, week-on-week declines.HCC data suggested the beef market will see increased stability towards the end of the year.According to data ...
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NewsHCC spotlights red meat resources for teachers in newsletter
Teachers across Wales are being encouraged to sign up for Hybu Cig Cymru - Meat Promotion Wales' (HCC) newsletter, which will focus on red meat, cooking skills and nutrition.The HCC cookbook 'Our Kitchen - Cegin Ni' is one of the levy body's most popular education resources.The Kitchen Classroom – Gwersi ...
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NewsHCC directors step down from board
Hybu Cig Cymru - Meat Promotion Wales (HCC) has reported the termination of two directors on Companies House, as well as the departure of CEO Gwyn Howells.Gwyn Howells, former HCC CEO.The red meat trade body confirmed the departure of directors Rhys Davies and Prys Morgan, who stepped down as board ...
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NewsLamb throughput marginally higher than expected but concerns remain
The latest figures for lambs processed to date were marginally higher than expected, recent processing figures from Defra have revealed, which has been welcomed by Hybu Cig Cymru – Meat Promotion Wales (HCC). However, the red meat promotion body has raised concerns about the overall declining lamb crop figures.Whilst the ...
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NewsMeat Minds programme to develop young peoples' industry knowledge
Hybu Cig Cymru - Meat Promotion Wales (HCC) has launched a programme recruiting young people from the red meat supply chain to develop their industry knowledge.HCC said the Meat Minds programme would aim to collect data and inform industry.The programme, named Meat Minds, will aim to bring individuals together to ...
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NewsSustainable Farming Scheme placed on hold until 2026
Rural Affairs Secretary Huw Irranca-Davies has confirmed a new timeframe for the introduction of the Sustainable Farming Scheme (SFS).The Welsh Government said the delay would help Welsh producers while safeguarding the environment.Irranca-Davies confirmed that the Basic Payment Scheme (BPS) would continue to be available in 2025, with the proposed SFS ...
