New chief executive appointed at British Meat Processors Association

John Powell Photo Feb 2026

Powell leaves his role as head of the agricultural sectors team at Defra and brings over 40 years’ experience in the agri-food industry to the position

Defra’s John Powell has been chosen to take the helm as the next chief executive of the British Meat Processors Association.

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