ICE raids fall-out raises immigrant policy questions

Almost 700 poultry plant workers in Mississippi were detained last week in a massive US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operation. However subsequent investigations have led to questions being asked of the country’s immigration policies. Read more

Labour shortages continue to hinder the meat industry

The labour shortage in the meat industry continues to work its way around the globe, with numerous markets attempting to attract staff and prevent a downturn caused by a lack of workforce. Read more

US meat industry outlines sector issues to Congress

Representatives from the US meat industry have appeared before Congress to highlight some of the major issues affecting the sector. Read more

Canada launches work scheme for meat industry

The Canadian Government has unveiled an Agri-Food Immigration Pilot scheme, expected to provide the meat industry with 2,750 spots for Temporary Foreign Workers (TFW). Read more

Rising labour costs damage MHP’s revenue

Ukrainian processor MHP’s increased revenue and production levels have been tainted by rising labour and administrative costs, which have damaged the company's profits during the first quarter. Read more

Canada to pilot immigration scheme for meat workers

A new immigration pilot is being launched in Canada to address the issue of labour shortages in the meat processing sector. Read more

SAMW gives 2019 wish list for Scottish meat industry

As 2018 draws to a close, the Scottish Association of Meat Wholesalers (SAMW) is eyeing “certainty, collaboration and respect” for Scotland’s red meat sector as part of its New Year’s resolutions. Read more