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Waitrose launches British wool shopping bags
Supermarket shopping bags have been the subject of EU rulings for years - but this week a major supermarket has launched a bag that is truly…
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Sainsbury’s proves foodservice customers want British meat
The key to success in foodservice is to source British meat — and make sure you tell your customers loud and clear, says the National Pig…
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NFU 'disappointed' as Caffe Nero bans 'badger cull milk'
High street coffee chain Caffe Nero has stopped serving milk from farms in Gloucestershire and Somerset because of the government's decision to…
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Farmers urge retailers to commit to Welsh lamb
Farmers in Anglesey are calling on retailers to commit to promoting their Welsh lamb during this year's peak season. During the recent Anglesey NFU…
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Scotch beef event highlights farmer struggles
A celebration of world-famous Scotch beef has been staged in Perthshire, organised by the Scottish Beef Association. While Scotland’s beef enjoys a…
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Consumer coupon appetite increases
UK consumers’ appetite for coupons has continued to grow with shoppers redeeming 688 million coupons last year, an increase from 604 million coupons…
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Growth in global meat market
In 2014, the global meat market increased in volume by 3% as a result of growing demand from emerging markets. India was the leading growth market…
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Retailers should commit to sourcing British lamb, farmers urge
Retailers should confirm their commitments to sourcing UK lamb this season, farmers have urged. With next month traditionally regarded as the start…
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Beef farmers had 'difficult start to 2015'
Beef farmers have had a difficult start to 2015, driven by a combination of factors some of which are outwith producers’ control, according to Stuart…
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National Beef Week has Yorkshire focus
The fifth national Great British Beef Week centred on St George’s Day on April 23 will have Yorkshire beef production at its heart. Not only is York…
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