All Lamb articles
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News
Small abattoirs win reprieve as FSA backs retaining vital discount
The discount is seen as a vital subsidy for small slaughterhouses, enabling them to remain competitive
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News
Waitrose and Co-op slam rivals for breaking meat sourcing commitments
Waitrose said sourcing imported beef ‘undermined the industry’s credibility with the farming community’
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Analysis & Features
Are trade deals weakening British sourcing pledges?
Asda’s Uruguayan beef has ignited debate over retailer commitments to British sourcing
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News
FSA revokes abattoir licence following undercover investigation
The non-stun slaughterhouse had been the subject of an undercover investigation by animal rights activist and filmmaker Joey Carbstrong
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News
Lamb volumes decline as prices soar by up to 76% year on year
AHDB has revealed that lamb saw a 16.9% decrease in volume sales
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News
Illegal meat business convicted as 'unfit' animal by-product entered human food chain
A National Food Crime Unit investigation found they had illegally processed animal byproduct into meat for human consumption
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KVI Tracker
Lamb joints up to 50% more expensive as Easter demand rises
Consumers can expect a more expensive Easter lunch this year as lamb joint prices are up by an average of 14.8%
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News
Consumers split over best Easter roast, but still agree on Easter eggs, finds Aldi research
Chicken has become the most popular meat for the Easter lunch, chosen by 23% of consumers, compared with 18% opting for lamb
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Category Report
The summer pig-out: trends in barbecue 2025
Barbecuing last year hit heights not seen since 2021 as Brits took inspiration from around the world. So, what’s cooking for 2025?
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News
World’s first bird flu case in sheep detected in UK
The case was found on a farm where the disease had already been confirmed in captive birds
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Range Preview
Highlights from M&S Food’s revamped slow cooked meat range
M&S Food has given its slow cooked range a refresh, adding new international flavours and convenient solutions
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News
Sterling Meat Co credits strong growth to £1.5m store revamp and quality
The Manchester-based meat retailer – formed out of the remnants of Crawshaws, which closed in 2018 – grew revenues by 11.9% to 25.3m in 2024
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Category Report
Where next for RSPCA Assured? Meat & poultry category report 2025
The RSPCA is losing support after animal cruelty was exposed at several of its Assured farms. How can the charity avoid being shunned?
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News
Co-op opens £820K sustainability fund for beef, lamb and dairy farmers
The initiative will be delivered via two sustainability projects; one focusing on dairy farming improvements and a second focusing on beef farming
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News
Welsh meat board Hybu Cig Cymru appoints ex-Tulip boss José Peralta as CEO
The appointment of Peralta follows a challenging past year for the body amid allegations of a ‘toxic’ working environment
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News
Gammon and stilton big festive winners as volumes soar in run-up to Christmas
Gammon sales rebounded in the run-up to Christmas after a poor year, blighted by inflation
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News
FSA’s National Food Crime Unit arrests five over illegal meat case
The meat is thought to be illegal, having undergone a smoking process with its skin on, and is not traceable, the regulator said
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News
Black Farmer brand and sheep sector hit by Storm Bert floods
Almost 100 flood warnings are still in place across England and Wales
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Range Preview
Sainsbury’s challenges shoppers to taste the rainbow in new ready meal range
Sainsbury’s has launched a new line of 10 Taste the Difference ready meals, perfect for busy shoppers craving hearty meals without the kitchen prep
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Range Preview
Lamb guard of honour and passionfruit martini panettone: Morrisons Christmas range 2024
Morrisons’ new meat cuts, party-friendly nibbles and free-from options aim to lure consumers ahead of the big Christmas shop