Simon Harrison, Chair of the IET Energy Policy Panel, said:

Independent butchers contributed £555 million to the economy and a significant contribution to employment in food and drink retail, according to a new AHDB Beef & Lamb report.

The global Review on Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR), commissioned by the UK government and chaired by Lord O’Neill, has published its final report calling for incentives to develop antibiotics, improved diagnostics and vaccines, and country-specific targets for the reduction of antimicrobial use in livestock.

Today’s publication of ‘Tackling Drug Resistant Infections Globally: Final Report and Recommendations’, by Lord Jim O’Neill, is a global landmark in the fight to keep antibiotics effective for both animals and people, says NOAH, which represents the UK animal medicines sector.

The Campaign to Protect Rural England offers its analysis of the Queen’s Speech, noting positive signs on neighbourhood planning, but concerns about planning conditions.

The growing domestic market for Halal sheep meat presents a significant opportunity for the industry, according to AHDB Beef & Lamb. 

In response to the announcement from the Scottish Rural College (SRUC) that confirms a post-mortem laboratory will be retained at Inverness, the British Veterinary Association (BVA) issued a statement welcoming the retention of this facility.

AHDB Beef & Lamb has commissioned an innovative three-year project investigating the health, welfare and performance of beef cattle on larger finishing units in England.

What is ADR, and what has been the legal obligation from 1st October 2015 for all businesses who sell to consumers? 

Developments in international markets and innovation for growth will be in the spotlight at the 12th AHDB Meat Export Conference.

575 ancient woods across the UK are currently under threat from development according to new Woodland Trust figures, with revised planning laws still failing to protect the irreplaceable habitats.

James Martin’s Manchester restaurant has become the first in the North West to train staff in meat knowledge and quality.

UKLPG highlights the crucial role of its members that supply gas to power British BBQs and 193,000 of the off-grid homes in the UK.

To mark World Veterinary Day 2016 (30 April), the British Veterinary Association (BVA) is launching its biggest ever Voice of the Veterinary Profession survey with over 15,000 BVA members invited to share their experience of the profession and expertise on animal health and welfare issues.

Supermarkets introduced 22 new lines in the mini roast category in the last year to support the long-term sustainability of the sector, and to encourage new consumers, thanks to new product development work by AHDB Beef & Lamb.

April 27th sees Warmer & Greener: A Guide to the Future of Domestic Energy Efficiency Policy launched in Parliament. A key report that comes in the wake of inquiries by the Energy & Climate Change Committee, National Audit Office and the upcoming Bonfield Review, Warmer & Greener provides workable solutions in a four part approach.

The Campaign to Protect Rural England urges Government to get volume builders to develop their existing brownfield sites, before needlessly ravaging more precious open land.

Ever-increasing numbers undermine Government claims that it truly wants to protect the Green Belt

The Campaign to Protect Rural England explains that new figures - showing there are now more than a quarter of a million houses planned for the Green Belt - make ‘a mockery of Government commitments to protect it.’

The results of the European Tree of the Year contest have been announced, with the Hungarian Tree of Bataszek winning with 72,653 votes. More than 200,000 people voted online.

Animal welfare charity Blue Cross writes following an appearance this week before the Environment Committee discussing domestic pet welfare.

As part of the Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Efra) Inquiry on animal welfare, the British Veterinary Association (BVA) and British Small Animal Veterinary Association (BSAVA) told MPs that the Animal Welfare Act 2006, while an excellent umbrella piece of legislation, can be difficult to enforce – with more resources needed to assist charities and local authorities as well as the introduction of secondary legislation to make clear responsibilities.

Taking place during National Pet Month, NOAH is supporting the first annual World Animal Vaccination Day on 20 April 2016.

Levy payers and stakeholders can now keep up with the latest developments from AHDB Beef & Lamb following the launch of chairman updates after each board meeting