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QMS at SAMW annual conference

11 September 2024

Quality Meat Scotland highlights the economic potential of Scotland’s beef sector Quality Meat Scotland (QMS) highlighted the economic potential of Scotland’s beef sector, current industry…
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Tribute: Neil Stoddart OBE, FRAgS

20 August 2024

By Alistair Donaldson   Neil was a hugely respected stalwart of the meat industry, a point strongly endorsed by the fulsome comments I have received…
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Neil Stoddart

12 August 2024

It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Neil Stoddart OBE, a former president of the Scottish Association of Meat Wholesalers (SAMW)…
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SAMW Conference – Sept. 6

6 August 2024

The Scottish Association of Meat Wholesalers will hold its annual conference and lunch on Friday, 6 September, at The Pavilion, Ingliston, Edinburgh. This is a…
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Update on the FSS Meat Industry Charge Rates for 2024/25

3 May 2024

We find ourselves at a pivotal moment regarding the impending increase in FSS meat industry charge rates for the fiscal year 2024/25.  The 20% surge…
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Red Meat, Health, and Climate Change in Scotland

7 March 2024

By Scott Walker At the request of the Scottish Government, Food Standards Scotland (FSS), in collaboration with the University of Edinburgh, modelled the impact of…
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Navigating Meat Industry Challenges at SAMW New Year Lunch 2024

17 January 2024

Lively Discussion on Recruitment, Perception, and Future Hopes Kicking off the New Year, industry leaders gathered for a thought-provoking panel discussion at SAMW’s New Year…
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Rave reviews for Scotch Beef at top London restaurant

14 December 2023

One of London’s most talked about new places to eat has credited the Scotch beef it serves for helping win rave reviews. Michelin-starred chefs and top…
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FSS & SAMW Strategic Engagement Plan

5 October 2023

Food Business Operators (FBOs) in the red meat sector have a direct relationship with Food Standards Scotland (FSS) via its official controls, including inspections, enforcement,…
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Innovative digital solution to export declarations

21 August 2023

A Scottish Government spokesman made the following comment to The Courier – https://www.thecourier.co.uk – in response to SAMW’s blog post – Time running out on…
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