Tŷ Rheidol,
Parc Merlin,
Aberystwyth
SY23 3FF
By Nia
Ahead of World Earth Day (22 April), Hybu Cig Cymru – Meat Promotion Wales (HCC) is reminding the public of the essential role livestock farming plays in looking after the environment, stressing that there is a marked difference in production systems across the world. Rachael Madeley-Davies, HCC’s Head of Sustainability and Future Policy said: “Welsh … Continued
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Challenging and changing weather patterns are aspects of farming that most agricultural businesses need to tackle, whilst remaining profitable and sustainable. A Ceredigion coastal sheep farm has identified its grassland management as the most suitable and sustainable option to deal with inclement, coastal weather to boost production and income and have joined GrassCheck GB. Penlan … Continued
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The UK’s leading progeny test for terminal sire breeds, RamCompare is currently calling out for commercial sheep farms across Wales to join the project and support its drive to improve sheep genetics across the country. RamCompare is jointly funded by Hybu Cig Cymru – Meat Promotion Wales (HCC) and AHDB and works with partners across … Continued
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The latest data suggests Welsh beef production is likely to see medium term price stability because supply is expected to tighten, Hybu Cig Cymru-Meat Promotion Wales’ (HCC) experts anticipate. Statistics from British Cattle Movement Service (BCMS) shows that the GB breeding herd stood at 2.7 million head in January 2024 – almost two per cent … Continued
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Red meat, as part of balanced and healthy diet, is essential – that’s the key message from Hybu Cig Cymru chair Catherine Smith ahead of World Health Day (Sunday 7 April 2024). The day, which is led by the World Health Organization (WHO), this year focusses on ‘My health, my right’ stressing that around the … Continued
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Deadweight lamb prices have soared by more than 20 per cent in the last nine weeks with increased consumer demand around religious festivals and a tightening of supply to market playing a significant part. Nine consecutive weekly price rises have carried the current deadweight SQQ average for lambs across GB to almost £7.90/kg, an increase … Continued
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A mid-Wales farmer’s involvement in a grass monitoring project has led to increased returns and improved business efficiency. Richard Rees joined GrassCheckGB in 2022 and has since seen positive results; lambs were finished 55 days earlier last year than in previous years, and inputs have been reduced. The farm is one of 50 sheep, beef … Continued
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Consumers in Japan have given GI Welsh Lamb top marks on taste and said they would certainly choose to eat it again, according to a survey carried out by Tokyo based Beer Restaurant chain Kirin City. Hybu Cig Cymru – Meat Promotion Wales (HCC) has been working closely with the restaurant chain and a Welsh … Continued
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A major multi-platform consumer campaign, which aimed to increase brand awareness of PGI Welsh Lamb, has resulted in major success for Hybu Cig Cymru – Meat Promotion Wales. Featuring the authentic voices of the Welsh farming community, the ‘Uniquely Welsh. Experts in their field’ campaign shone a light on the lives of three farmers from … Continued
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A 4.2% increase in the levy paid by producers and abattoirs in Wales is set to ensure the red meat sector in Wales faces a sustainable future. The levy is used by Hybu Cig Cymru – Meat Promotion Wales (HCC) to fund activities to assist with the development of the Welsh red meat industry (sheep, … Continued
