All Meat articles – Page 146

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    Meat chiefs say cancer claim will not hit sales

    2009-08-22T00:00:00Z

    Industry figures have derided the republishing of "old" evidence linking processed meats to cancer, insisting sales will not be damaged by the negative publicity. The World Cancer Research Fund continued its long-running campaign against...

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    Baxter’s first brand relaunch in 80 years brings chunky soups

    2009-08-22T00:00:00Z

    Baxters is introducing chunky soups in its first brand relaunch in 80 years. It is adding five chunky variants to its line-up: chicken & veg casserole; country vegetable; smoked bacon & three bean; and lamb casserole (rsp:...

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    McCoy’s gets inspired by pub grub

    2009-08-15T00:00:00Z

    United Biscuits is extending its McCoy's menu with pub grub-inspired crisps it says tap into the trend for classic British flavours.The limited-edition McCoy's Pub Grub crisps come in two variants: lamb & mint and roast beef &...

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    Uruguay predicts fall in cattle production

    2009-08-15T00:00:00Z

    The UK faces further pressure over beef supplies as Uruguayan exports fall. Uruguayan production is expected to fall by 8% during 2009 according to Uruguay's Instituto Nacional de Carnes (INAC), with a further fall anticipated in 2010....

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    Debbie and Andrew turn Dragons to find new product talent

    2009-08-15T00:00:00Z

    A 'Dragons' Den' style initiative to discover the next generation of food innovators has been launched by Debbie & Andrew's.The sausage specialist this week began accepting entries from 18 to 24-year-olds for ideas for new food or...

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    Sales up after pork pies ditch crusty old image

    2009-08-15T00:00:00Z

    British shoppers are rediscovering their taste for pork pies restoring the category to growth after a poor 2008.Shoppers bought 360 million pork pies over the year to the end of May [TNS], 2% more than in the previous year. Value was up...

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    Mults line up for top turkey competition

    2009-08-08T00:00:00Z

    Asda and Morrisons have joined Bernard Matthews and Cranberry Foods in being shortlisted in at least three categories at the British Turkey Awards.Usk Vale Poultry, Kelly Turkeys and a bronze free-range Morrisons entry are up for the...

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    Critical Eye... on mini-Pixies, pork pies and Blowers

    2009-08-08T00:00:00Z

    You don't have to be a born-again Christian or Mahayana Buddhist to believe in the existence of a soul distinct from this physical realm.

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    Scottish industry divided over TB-free application

    2009-08-08T00:00:00Z

    A potential EC application for Scotland to be granted official TB-free (OTF) status has divided the Scottish meat industry.A meeting was held last week to discuss whether to proceed with an application. If granted, it would mean...

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    Quality Test: Own-label quiche Lorraine, 400g-425g

    2009-08-08T00:00:00Z

    Morrisons' quiche was the best all-rounder. Not only did it look appetising, its pastry was also perfectly smooth and not too dry, the egg custard tasted just right and was crammed with bacon.

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    Riverford meat box for minimum of £25

    2009-08-08T00:00:00Z

    Riverford Organic has slashed the minimum spend on its meat boxes by £20 to appeal to families shopping on a budget.Consumers can now choose a range of meat products that must add up to at least £25. Delivery is free of charge.

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    Seafish wins High Court battle over import levy

    2009-08-01T00:00:00Z

    Seafish has won a landmark victory in a case in the High Court that could have resulted in it losing up to 75% of its funding. The case went to court last November after fish processor British Seafood issued proceedings. It claimed that Seafish...

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    ABP buys abattoir to lift regional capacity

    2009-08-01T00:00:00Z

    Anglo Beef Processors has gained its first foothold in the West Country for more than 20 years in a move it claims will strengthen its regional focus. The purchase of Sturminster Newton Abattoir in Dorset would enhance ABP's strategy of...

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    ABP buys abattoir to lift regional capacity

    2009-08-01T00:00:00Z

    Anglo Beef Processors has gained its first foothold in the West Country for more than 20 years in a move it claims will strengthen its regional focus. The purchase of Sturminster Newton Abattoir in Dorset would enhance ABP's strategy of...

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    Other Movers: 01/08/2009

    2009-08-01T00:00:00Z

    Nick Allen has been appointed as the new director of Eblex. Allen will take up the post in October. He moves up from his current role as senior regional manager for the beef and lamb division of the Agriculture and Horticulture Development...

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    Haddock price set to rise as Iceland's quota is cut

    2009-07-25T00:00:00Z

    Shoppers are facing higher prices for haddock as a result of falling Icelandic supplies, experts have warned.

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    Picture This... Supersized prawn cocktail

    2009-07-18T00:00:00Z

    Prawn cocktails might have been the must-have starter on every self-respecting 70s dinner party menu, but even the most ardent lover of shellfish cuisine would baulk at this world record attempt by the Shellfish Association of Great Britain. With no...

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    Irish farmers claim Dunnes reneging on local supply pledge

    2009-07-18T00:00:00Z

    Irish sheep farmers have been protesting at Dunnes Stores' outlets across the Republic, claiming the retailer is undercutting local lamb sales by stocking cheaper New Zealand meat.

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    Irish farmers claim Dunnes reneging on local supply pledge

    2009-07-18T00:00:00Z

    Irish sheep farmers have been protesting at Dunnes Stores' outlets across the Republic, claiming the retailer is undercutting local lamb sales by stocking cheaper New Zealand meat. It was hypocritical of Dunnes to market itself as an Irish...

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    Aldi offers three-fish roast for Christmas

    2009-07-11T00:00:00Z

    Aldi has added a new three-fish roast to its Christmas range, featuring layers of smoked white fish, cod and salmon with a creamy cheese and chive sauce. The 1kg line, which goes on sale on 3 December, serves four.

    The discounter already…