Latest UK flock figures highlight potential tighter supply The UK flock decreased by 785,800 head to 31 million – the smallest flock size recorded for 13 years – the recently published UK June Survey shows. Defra data indicates the total sheep and lamb population in the UK fell by 2.5 per cent year-on-year from 31.8 […]
Put hundreds of livestock facts at your fingertips Welsh red meat production is worth an estimated £768 million, some 37 per cent of the total value of Welsh agricultural output – just two of the fascinating facts revealed in a go-to, newly published livestock industry booklet. The Little Book of Meat Facts, the Compendium of Welsh Red […]
Britain’s black pudding champion butchers take on the UK in first-ever nationwide showdown Britain’s finest black pudding makers are being invited to take part in the ultimate butchers’ challenge – the first ever Black Pudding UK Champion of Champions competition. The nationwide championship will pitch champion independent craft butchers from both sides of the Border […]
Despite stormy weather conditions hitting the UK last weekend, the nation’s support for small businesses remains strong, according to new research. The study by American Express to mark this year’s Small Business Saturday (7 December) shows that even faced with the force of Storm Darragh, over 10 million Brits shopped small on Small Business Saturday. The research1 suggests […]
2024 Women In Meat Industry Awards winners unveiled The winners of the 2024 Women In Meat Industry Awards were exclusively revealed at a sparkling ceremony in London on Friday 29th November. Guests from all sectors of the meat industry gathered at the 5-star Royal Lancaster Hotel to hear who this year’s winners of the Women […]
Public urged to back ‘immeasurably vital’ small businesses this weekend The public is being urged to show support for small businesses this weekend as Small Business Saturday returns with a mission to deliver a vital boost for firms heading into another challenging winter. Amid reports of falling small business confidence[1], research from the campaign found the festive […]
Halal meat accounts for 30% of UK lamb sales, says AHDB in latest retail report New AHDB research shows how halal consumers’ behaviours and consumption habits have changed since the Covid pandemic and the cost-of-living crisis. This report assesses the attitudes and shopping behaviours of halal meat consumers. It is aimed at helping the industry […]
Shoppers of the future: what influences Gen Z food choices? Born between 1997 – 2012, Gen Z are the retail consumers of the future and are expected to account for 11% of UK retail spend by the end of 2030 (Barclays, 2023). A new study from AHDB explores Gen Z attitudes to food, influences on […]
Australia claims title of World’s Best Steak at 2024 World Steak Challenge Australia has once again claimed the title of the producer of the World’s Best Steak following the results of the 2024 World Steak Challenge. Australian producer Jack’s Creek took home the accolade for its grain-fed pure bred wagyu sirloin, which was also named […]
Entries for the Farm Shop & Deli Product Awards 2025 are now open! Returning for its fourth year, the Farm Shop & Deli Product Awards, in association with The Grocer, aims to highlight and celebrate the finest products within the specialist food and drink sector. These awards are judged by an expert panel consisting of […]
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