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NewsPork sector at breaking point, industry sources say
Abattoir breakdowns, falling demand, trade turbulence and soaring energy costs have all contributed to a ‘perfect storm’ for the sector, according to industry sources
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NewsScottish salmon sector unfazed by potential Chinese production boom, industry says
Industry body Salmon Scotland told The Grocer China remained an ‘important consumer market’ after state-controlled media hailed a harvest from a mobile salmon farm as a way of boosting domestic supply
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NewsBusinesses sign declaration to scale regenerative farming globally
Organisations including Carlsberg, Diageo, FrieslandCampina and Mondelez signed the document supporting SAI Platform’s Regenerating Together Programme
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NewsIran inflation: FDF boss slams government’s ‘chronic lack of prioritisation’
FDF CEO Karen Betts said calls for ministers to step in to help the sector cope with soaring energy costs had fallen on deaf ears
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NewsGraham’s the Family Dairy launches unhomogenised Silver Top milk
Inspired by the original milk bottles the business delivered by horse and cart 80 years ago, Graham’s said the launch offered a ’richer taste than standard modern milk’
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NewsPrinces drops Moroccan sardines for MSC-certified Iberian sardines
The tinned fish giant said the step was necessary to strengthen the resilience and sustainability of its supply chain
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News‘I like to Mowi Mowi’: Mowi looks to boost salmon sales in new campaign
Running nationally across TV, on-demand channels, radio and paid social advertising, ‘I like to Mowi Mowi’ will attempt to drive salmon sales at retailers including Tesco, Sainsbury’s, Asda and Ocado
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NewsSeafish appoints new director of operations from Whitby Seafoods
The new hire will take up the role from 6 July and join the organisation from Whitby Seafoods, where he is head of organisational development and culture
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Analysis & FeaturesWill suppliers get on board as Amazon takes on the mults?
Amazon is undercutting the supermarkets in a major grocery push. But it lags its rivals in the GCA’s rankings, so suppliers may be wary
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NewsMultimillion-pound Scottish salmon facility opened by Princess Anne
The state-of-the-art development, unveiled at Bakkafrost’s Applecross site, has become the UK’s largest recirculating aquaculture system (RAS) and will be central to the company’s aim of becoming the most sustainable Scottish salmon producer
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NewsOstrich, buffalo and antelope meat launches into Sainsbury’s
The range includes Ostrich Fillets, Ostrich Grillsteaks, Antelope Burgers, Antelope Sous Vide Steaks, Buffalo Burgers and Buffalo Steaks
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NewsMorrisons abattoir to reduce pig suppliers due to economic climate
A release from the National Pig Association said the cull would include some long-standing producers and at least one ‘very large supplier’ to Woodheads abattoir in Lincolnshire – part of Morrisons’ Myton Food manufacturing arm
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NewsBritish roast dinner is sprayed with over 100 pesticides, Greenpeace says
The organisation’s analysis of Fera Pesticide Usage Survey data found 102 unique pesticides across onions, leeks, carrots, parsnips, potatoes, peas, swede, turnips and strawberries – included as a classic British dessert
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NewsBeyond Meat partners with Strictly-winning footballer Karen Carney
The partnership will see Carney front a media campaign showcasing Beyond Meat products. She will feature across interviews, recipe content, matchday and BBQ meal inspiration, during the run-up to the Fifa World Cup
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NewsSalmon production struggling to meet surging exports, industry warns
HMRC data showed annual exports rose from £445m at the start of the decade to £828m last year – an increase of 86%
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NewsWaitrose deal sees Scottish eggs sold to customers for the first time
The deal between the Scottish business and premium retailer will see Duncan Farms’ free-range and organic eggs rolled out across Waitrose stores in Scotland
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NewsPrincess Anne urged to cancel trip to Bakkafrost salmon farm in Scotland
With the trip set to take place on 13 May, the Green Britain Foundation said the royal family should not be used to ‘give respectability to the worst mortality site in British farming’
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NewsGousto vows to shield customers from soaring food inflation
It comes as revenue growth at the company hit the top end of forecasts for a 5% to 10% uplift in 2025, helping Gousto achieve a third consecutive year of underlying profitability, according to newly filed accounts
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NewsHigh-fibre milkshake range launched by Shaken Udder
Available in Mint Choc and Banana flavours, the milkshakes deliver Shaken Udder’s ‘signature thick and creamy taste’ along with 7.6g of fibre per bottle – around 30% of the recommended daily intake for adults
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NewsDeliciously Ella founder departs Hero Group
Hero swooped to acquire Deliciously Ella for £45m in September 2024, with Matthew Mills and his wife Ella staying on to lead the next stage of growth