Editor's Spotlight: Meat & poultry

Vet strike action threatens meat supply chain in Northern Ireland

Planned strike action by Irish vets and meat inspectors threatens animal welfare, unsold livestock and mass disruption to the food supply chain, according to the British Meat Processors Association (BMPA). Read more

Avara factory closure threatens jobs

Poultry processor Avara has announced plans to close its Newent factory in a move that will impact all colleagues based at the site. Read more

UK Government looking to fast-track legalisation of cultivated meat

The UK is set to fast-track the approval of cultivated meat as part of a partnership with Israel, the Telegraph has reported. Read more

Solving the UK vet shortage

Following the UK’s departure from the EU, the UK’s veterinary sector was hit hard. Now, shortages threaten food safety risks and delays at borders – so what can we do to change this bleak narrative? Read more

Brazilian giant JBS begins construction on cultivated protein research centre

The JBS Biotech Innovation Centre is expected to open before the end of 2024 after construction work commenced this month (September 2023). Read more

Sainsbury’s launches lower carbon beef range

Sainsbury’s has launched a new range of beef with a 25% lower carbon footprint compared to industry standard, reportedly the lowest carbon been ever produced in the UK. Read more