Entries Open for Inaugural British Butchery Awards The countdown has begun for a landmark event in the butchery industry. On June 30th, 2025, the first-ever British Butchery Awards will take place, offering a grand stage to celebrate the best in the field. Organized by the National Craft Butchers, these awards will honour the finest talents […]
Nearly 50 Years of Crafting Added‑Value Excellence: A Butchery Business Still Innovating for the Future In an industry where longevity is earned, not given, one Nottinghamshire business is preparing to celebrate a remarkable milestone. Founded in 1978 by Mike Maloney, the company has grown from a traditional butcher’s shop into a specialist producer of added‑value […]
Nominations for the 2026 Women In Meat Industry Awards are now open The 2026 campaign to find and honour top women working in the UK and Irish meat industry is now fully underway and is offering the unique opportunity for companies and individuals across the meat and food industry to nominate candidates. Launched in 2018 […]
FSA Food Fact Check: Animal welfare in abattoirs and slaughterhouses Animal welfare is a really important issue. It’s something that comes up a lot in the Food Standards Agency’s (FSA) consumer surveys, in the media and conversations online. We understand why. Animals in our food system should not be exposed to avoidable suffering. ‘Food Fact Check’ is the FSA’s new service to give clear in-depth answers […]
2026 NCB Product Awards Launch with New Categories Shaped by Members The popular National Craft Butchers Product Awards return for 2026 – with a clear focus on what members want. We’re delighted to reveal that the 2026 NCB Product Awards will offer three exciting new categories for members to enter. They are: These additions reflect […]
Long-term sponsor AHDB celebrates 20 years of LEAF Open Farm Sunday LEAF (Linking Environment and Food) Open Farm Sunday on 7 June 2026 marks two decades as the UK’s leading on-farm event. Long-term sponsor AHDB (Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board) is encouraging farmers to play their part in connecting consumers with how their food is produced, […]
Welcome new Industry Supporter – Reiser UK For many craft butchers and meat processors, maintaining product quality while managing rising costs and increasing production demands has become one of the industry’s biggest challenges. Whether producing traditional sausages, burgers, mince, sliced meats, or value-added products, businesses today are looking for smarter ways to improve efficiency without […]
Let’s Eat Balanced to continue informing consumers about benefits of red meat and dairy following ASA ruling The Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB) is pleased to confirm the Let’s Eat Balanced campaign will continue to inform consumers about the benefits of red meat and dairy as part of a healthy, balanced diet, following the […]
GLP 1 weight loss drugs set to reshape UK red meat demand The rapid rise of GLP 1 weight loss drugs is creating both challenges and opportunities for red meat consumption, according to new analysis from the Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB). GLP 1 medications, originally developed to treat type 2 diabetes and obesity, […]
EptaConcept: Crafting Tailored Retail Experiences The Epta’s multidisciplinary team EptaConcept transforms boundless creativity into tailored retail environments. From full-store layouts and interior design to furniture, technical accessories, in-store communication, mood boards and innovative materials, the sub-brand brings every concept to life with precision and style. At the booth, the GOOD REDEFINES SMART SPACES area presents […]
Beef mince remains a staple in British family meals Beef mince continues to hold its place at the centre of British family meals, remaining the most popular and trusted type of mince purchased in retail, according to new AHDB research. It continues to dominate the category and remains the clear first choice for shoppers. Over […]
