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Avara report spotlights benefits of lower stocking density

2026-03-26T11:34:00+00:00

Poultry processor Avara Foods has published its latest ‘For Good’ report, which detailed the “significant welfare improvements” achieved since the wholesale adoption of lower stocking densities.

Four appointments made to HCC board

2026-03-26T11:17:00+00:00

Hybu Cig Cymru - Meat Promotion Wales has appointed four non-executive directors, confirmed by the Welsh Government following a recruitment campaign.

AHDB report pinpoints key red meat export markets for 2026

2026-03-26T08:45:00+00:00

Priority markets for British red meat have been identified by the Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board to build on the value of exports last year.

Shoppers seek out farm quality assurance logo

2026-03-25T09:58:00+00:00

The Livestock and Meat Commission has confirmed that four in five shoppers are aware of the Northern Ireland Beef and Lamb Farm Quality Assurance Scheme logo, with two thirds trying to buy quality assured beef.

Nuffield study invites feedback for survey on small abattoir decline

2026-03-24T10:24:00+00:00

A new national survey has been launched as part of a 2026 Nuffield Farming Scholarship research project examining the ecological and ethical impacts of small abattoir decline across the UK.

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Opinion

Batting away curveballs
2026-03-13T15:46:00+00:00By Matthew Bishop
Tariffs may be shaping current anxieties but, says IMTA’s Matthew Bishop, dealing with whatever gets thrown at them is nothing new for meat traders.
What’s new in Whitehall?
2026-02-23T08:45:00+00:00By JP Garnier
The Government may hope the animal welfare strategy brings a welcome boost to its election prospects, but will the reforms deliver real benefits or just more red tape, asks JP Garnier.
Access not barriers
2026-02-16T10:27:00+00:00By Norman Bagley
While other countries are supporting exports to Muslim markets, Government inaction means UK businesses are at risk of being shut out, argues Norman Bagley.