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Industry calls on Government to deliver confidence to UK producers
The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs has recently published data showing that 71% of farmers are “not at all confident” that changes to regulations will lead to a successful future for producers.
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UK Sausage Week product competition entry deadline fast approaching
The long-established national sausage competition, when judges will decide winners and finalists, has seen some of the UK’s biggest meat product manufacturers and supermarkets enter their best bangers for evaluation, alongside a host of independent butchers.
QMS observes “modest but meaningful” improvement in Scotland’s cattle
Quality Meat Scotland has reported that a slowdown in the rate of herd decline provides a “slightly more encouraging” signal for future suppliers than has been the case in recent years.
Cranswick finds “strong” poultry revenue driven by retail demand
Pork and poultry processor Cranswick has published a trading update for the 13 weeks to 27th June 2026, stating that it has made a “positive start” to the financial year.
WIMIA shortlist released online as voting opens for 2026
Voting for the 2026 Women In Meat Industry Awards has now opened following the release of this year’s shortlist.
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Your July/August edition includes: sustainability and the environment in focus – what is the meat industry doing to tackle the issues?; alternative protein market update; meet Paul McLaughlin, Red Tractor CEO; PPMA Show 2026 preview.
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Find everything you need to know about the Meat Management Industry Awards on our dedicated website, including product nominations and voting.
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It’s time for action not words
Short-term planning, a lack of continuity and an unwillingness to tackle the underlying issues are at the root of a lack of trust in Government, says JP Garnier.
Health drivers of demand
There are mixed messages for the meat industry, says IMTA policy manager Will Allen, as various health trends are having an ever-greater impact on consumers’ food-buying decisions.
Demanding times for retail butchers
Despite the challenges, butchers can capitalise on this summer’s food trends, advises National Craft Butchers managing director Eleanor O’Brien.
Rewarding and recognising outstanding female talent within the UK meat industry, visit the website now to vote.
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