George Eustice
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US to revive British meat trade
The US is poised to begin importing British lamb and beef 20 years after trade was cut off at the height of the BSE scandal. Speaking at the opening of the National Sheep Association (NSA) show in Malvern, Worcestershire, farming… Read More
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Brexit fish claims questioned
Brexit may not provide the boon to the UK’s fishing fleet that some Leave campaigners have claimed, an industry body has said. The National Federation of Fishermen’s Organisations (NFFO) said that although the UK’s exit from the European Union marks… Read More
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News in review: Hospital food battle. FDF boss attacks health lobby. Alcohol an economic benefit. Campylobacter on chickens – latest results. Bag tax benefits. Efra commences dairy price inquiry.
Hospital food review The Hospital Caterers Association has published a lengthy response to NHS England’s attack on junk food served to staff, visitors and patients. “Many of the areas… Read More
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Liz Truss stays, Amber Rudd and Andrea Leadsom join DECC
THIS WEEK’S reshuffle has seen David Cameron line up his new green team. Liz Truss will continue as Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra), whilst in the same department, George Eustice is promoted to Minister of… Read More
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DEFRA negotiates dairy farmer support
FOLLOWING A tough year for the dairy industry, the Department of Environment, Farming and Rural Affairs (DEFRA) has asked that UK banks, tax authorities and the Rural Payments Agency to show support to farmers. … Read More
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First step taken to fish discard ban
FISHERMEN TARGETING pelagic quota species such as mackerel and herring will now be required to land all the quota fish they catch, as the first steps to a ‘discard ban’ are taken. … Read More
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DEFRA encourages apprenticeships in the food and drink industry
FOOD AND FARMING Minister George Eustice, MP, has urged food and drink manufacturers to inspire students to choose a career in hospitality. This call comes… Read More