Oversupply warning issued by European poultry industry
European poultry meat and eggs sectors have urged the European Commission to manage imports to prevent oversupply caused by the coronavirus.
Archives for April 29, 2020
UK levy boards launch £1.2m marketing campaign for beef
A major £1.2m national consumer campaign encouraging consumers to ‘Make It’ with beef has been launched by Quality Meat Scotland (QMS), Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB) and Hybu Cig Cymru (HCC).
UK refusal to postpone CBD deadline ‘baffling’ amid coronavirus pandemic, says lobby group
The Cannabis Trades Association has criticised the Food Standards Agency’s refusal to postpone its CBD novel foods deadline, describing the move as ‘unsympathetic’ to businesses in the sector.
'Cultivated meat will become a necessity': Aleph Farms discusses its commitment to net-zero emissions
The Israeli start-up discusses its new sustainability plans, why it sees cultured meat as a 'necessity' and also why the sector can live in harmony with the traditional meat industry.
Plant-based ambient brand Fiid's strong growth during coronavirus: ‘There is a silver lining for our category’
Start-up Fiid has witnessed tremendous growth in demand for its plant-based ambient ready meals in the wake of the coronavirus crisis and subsequent lockdown. “There’s potentially a silver lining for our particular category,” founder Shane Ryan tells...
Tinned pasta, not toilet paper, now the most ‘in-demand’ item on shelf
Fresh data reveals that tinned pasta has overtaken toilet paper as the most out of stock product in UK supermarkets.
SuperDrob appoints new CEO
Polish poultry business SuperDrob Group has appointed a new chief executive officer.
Devenish signs 10-year deal with Caribbean Broilers
Northern Ireland agri-tech company Devenish has signed a 10-year R&D and supply agreement worth £30m with Jamaican poultry producer Caribbean Broilers (CB).
Probiotics and immunity: Tips to maximise the online opportunity
Probiotic products for immune health are enjoying a surge in online searches – with some brands enjoying a 500% boost, but what can businesses do to turn interest into commercial success? Lumina Intelligence’ online marketing expert reveals her top tips...