A new coalition has been formed to represent the interests of agribusiness during ongoing Brexit negotiations. The Agri-Brexit Coalition is a new grouping of eight organisations…
Month: March 2017
The Ulster Farmers’ Union says the threat of antibiotic resistance is a growing concern and it is supporting calls for these crucial medicines to be used…
Moy Park has announced the appointment of two new general managers. David Halliday has been appointed general manager at the Anwick site, and Andrea Carver has been…
Cobb-Vantress has announced the launch of a new website dedicated to animal welfare, highlighting the company’s commitment to the care of chickens through its many educational programs,…
The Ulster Farmers’ Union has condemned Chancellor Philip Hammond’s budget as delivering little for farming and rural communities. UFU president Barclay Bell said planned increases to National Insurance contributions…
A new lightweight, insulated safety boot for use in processing plants has been launched by Bekina Boots. The Steplite XCi in green is designed for workers…
A safety device for bandsaws had been developed for meat and poultry processors to help reduce the risk of serious injury. BladeStop which is now available…
Breeding and genetics firm Hybrid Turkeys has started using genomic selection – the sequencing and analysis of DNA – in its turkey breeding programme. The firm…
Leading global poultry genetics company Aviagen has announced it will appoint a general manager for North America to focus on the slower-growing poultry market segment. The…
NFU Deputy President Minette Batters has told an audience of policymakers within the UK food supply chain that the integrity of British produce must be the…