Defra changes egg labelling legislation to “cut costs” for producers
Egg producers and packers will no longer need to change how eggs are labelled during an outbreak of avian influenza, Defra has announced.
Scottish salmon figures are “hugely encouraging”, says UK Trade Policy Minister
According to Salmon Scotland, sales of Scottish salmon could be set for a record year after generating £431 million in the first six months of 2024.
ONS finds food inflation “continues to stabilise”
The latest ONS figures have found that food inflation rose 1.5% in the year to July – the same rate as that recorded in the year to June.
NFU urges Government to increase self-sufficiency in UK food production
NFU has highlighted the importance of increasing the UK’s self-sufficiency levels to help bolster food security.
Ministers discuss new EU agri-food agreement
The Minister for the Constitution met with the Windsor Framework Committee at Stormont, Belfast to discuss a new agri-food agreement.
Northern Ireland food manufacturers to benefit from £46m Government grant
Northern Ireland Economy Minister Conor Murphy has launched a £46 million Agri-Food Investment Initiative to support local agri-food processors.