Abattoir goes pet crazy
A farm and abattoir has launched a new company, Venison For Pets, after a web search found that pet food was the most expensive venison product sold...
Archives for April 19, 2009
Nutrient standards won’t threaten school meals
The implementation of new nutrient-based standards in secondary schools in September will not drive caterers to the brink of collapse, the boss of the School Food Trust (SFT) has insisted.
Processors can build on venison popularity
Manufacturers could benefit from changing consumer perceptions on venison, as the meat is seen to be a healthy, premium alternative to beef and lamb,...
FDF calls on Chancellor to curb bureacracy
The Food and Drink Federation (FDF) has called the government to task for failing to implement Regulatory Budgets that would have limited the cost of...
FSA to debate Meat Hygiene Service costs increase
Proposals to increase industry charges for Meat Hygiene Service (MHS) official controls work call for an extra £1.2M from the meat industry from...
Bakers push for change in EU sweeteners rules
Lobbying efforts to extend the use of high intensity sweeteners into new food categories have stepped up a gear as bakery and confectionery firms...