The UK has eased import bans on German meat and dairy products after foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) containment measures were recognized. The restrictions remain in place for personal imports and specific products from affected regions.
The ten-year deal will see Cranswick supply all British pork, sausages, bacon, and cooked meats for Sainsbury’s. The agreement includes investments in pig welfare, farmer support, and sustainability initiatives.
New permit requirements and levies affect meat, poultry, dairy, and hides as authorities increase oversight of the livestock sector.
The government is refurbishing 150 public slaughterhouses in phases before handing them over to private operators. This is to improve hygiene, efficiency, and meat quality.
The government is doing so to protect livestock amid prolonged drought.