Tŷ Rheidol,
Parc Merlin,
Aberystwyth
SY23 3FF
By Laura
Throughout the 2026–27 delivery year, we have planned a range of opportunities to update levy payers and wider stakeholders. Below are a few key dates for the diary with a range of more subject-specific events – from baselining through to sheep genetics – also being finalised for later in the year. Save the dates and … Continued
By Laura
Hybu Cig Cymru – Meat Promotion Wales (HCC) recently exhibited at the Worldchefs Congress held in Newport, promoting the quality and heritage of PGI Welsh Lamb, PGI Welsh Beef, and Pork from Wales to a global audience of culinary professionals. Working in partnership with the Welsh Government, HCC engaged with international chefs, industry leaders, and … Continued
By Laura
A group of German meat importers and journalists have recently visited Welsh farms and abattoirs to understand more about PGI Welsh Lamb and expand their range of branded PGI Welsh Lamb products. Buyers from a high-end specialist meat importer from Germany were joined by journalists and chefs to see for themselves the unique way Welsh … Continued
By Laura
New PGI Welsh Lamb and Beef products from manufacturer Edwards the Welsh Butcher have reached physical and digital supermarket shelves. Following on from the success of their Welsh Lamb meatballs and other well known fresh meat products, PGI Welsh Lamb and Apricot burgers, PGI Welsh Lamb Kofta Kebabs and sliced PGI Welsh Beef Topside are … Continued
By Laura
Commenting on the publication a spokesperson from HCC, said: ‘HCC acknowledges the EAT-Lancet Commission’s report. Although well intentioned the recommendations are potentially lacking nuance, balance and are overly generalised. Red meat provides a concentrated source of vital nutrients that support overall health. That’s why official government guidelines recommend a daily intake of 70g. Current UK … Continued
By Laura
Commenting on the publication of the Senedd committee’s report HCC Chief Executive, José Peralta, said: “We welcome the Senedd committee’s timely recommendations and conclusions, which come at an opportune time for the industry as we look to finalise with levy payers a future delivery plan for 2026 and beyond (Vision 2030). To increase relevance and … Continued
By Laura
Hybu Cig Cymru – Meat Promotion Wales (HCC) is inviting organisations and individuals from across the red meat industry in Wales to participate in this call for industry views assessing challenges and opportunities for the sector over the coming years. Views will support the development of a future Red Meat Industry Vision for Wales, 2026-30. A … Continued
By Laura
This year’s Love Lamb Week, from 1-7 September, will see a raft of industry activity to celebrate lamb, its versatility and nutrition, and the farmers and landscapes involved in its production. A decade on from the launch of Love Lamb Week, Quality Meat Scotland (QMS) is leading this year’s campaign with support from Hybu Cig … Continued
By Laura
HRH King Charles III has recently sampled PGI Welsh Lamb in one of the world’s most celebrated gastronomic nations – Italy. During an Italian tour in April, HRH King Charles III and HRH Queen Camilla concluded their Italian trip in Ravenna, a city in the north-east of Italy. The King and Queen’s final engagement was … Continued
By Laura
Welsh Red Meat Levy rates are set to increase by 3.3%, in line with Consumer Prices Index including owner occupiers’ housing costs (CPIH) inflation. In April 2023, following a consultation with industry, a mechanism to link future levy increases to the CPIH was recommended and agreed at the time. In April 2024, the rates were … Continued
