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Former performing arts student takes starring role as champion butcher
A performing arts student who dropped out of university to launch a career as a butcher found himself in the spotlight at the Royal Welsh Winter Fair…
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New wave of avian influenza outbreaks challenges global poultry supply, according to report
The outlook for the global poultry industry in 2017, which is generally positive, is now being challenged by a new wave of avian influenza (AI)…
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NI beef facilities 'no longer fit for purpose' and need urgent investment, union urges
Beef facilities in Northern Ireland require 'urgent investment' and are no longer fit for purpose, Ulster Farmers' Union chairman has said. UFU beef…
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Cheap food imports post-Brexit a 'cause for concern' among farmers, FUW warns
Proposals by senior politicians to increase imports of cheap food from countries with lower animal health standards are a cause for concern, farmers…
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Second edition of gastronomic guide continues to support Quality Standard Mark beef and lamb
A top restaurant guide featuring Quality Standard Mark (QSM) beef and lamb has been launched in London. The second edition of the Lebey Guide, which…
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Glasgow-based butcher scoops two top industry awards
A Glasgow-based butcher's shop has scooped two top industry accolades at the prestigious Butcher's Shop of the Year 2016 Awards, run by Meat Trades…
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British beef producers step closer to exporting high-quality meat to China
British beef producers are a step closer to exporting their high-quality meat to China, following a vote of confidence from inspectors. Last month…
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Hull-based Cranswick buys Northern Ireland's pork-processor Dunbia
Hull-based meat producer Cranswick has bought Dunbia Ballymena, a pork processor based in Northern Ireland, marking its third acquisition in two…
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Stranraer farm announced as Scotch Beef Farm of the Year 2016
A Dumfries and Galloway farm has been named as the 2016 Scotch Beef Farm of the Year. Drumdow farm, near Stranraer, run by Robert Parker and his wife…
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EU trade deals a 'major problem' for Irish beef sector, could wipe off £300m a year
Up to £300 million a year could be wiped off the value of the Irish beef sector if certain EU trade deals are agreed upon, the Irish Farmers' Union…
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