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Wales is largest sheep meat exporter from the EU
Uploaded on: 26/01/2012

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Wales is the biggest exporter of sheep meat to countries outside the European Union, a top line-up of European politicians and officials were told today. "Europe is naturally the largest single…

The search begins to find new global explorers
Uploaded on: 26/01/2012

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People working in the Welsh red meat industry are being challenged to find new farming techniques that could further improve the production of Welsh Lamb, Welsh Beef and pork. Hybu Cig Cymru -…

Survey helps farmers make every lamb count
Uploaded on: 26/01/2012

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A new booklet produced by red meat promotion agency Hybu Cig Cymru in time for the peak lambing season aims to help farmers increase production. ‘Making Every Lamb Count' is the result of a…

Exports bring the wealth back to Wales - HCC
Uploaded on: 26/01/2012

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The Welsh red meat industry can play a key role to boost the economy during these troubled times, according to the chairman of red meat promotion agency Hybu Cig Cymru. Increasing demand from…

Olympic star continues to back the importance of red meat in the diet
Uploaded on: 26/01/2012

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One of Team GB's top medal hopes for the London Olympics this summer has confirmed his belief that red meat plays an essential role in our diets. Geraint Thomas has confirmed that he will…

New bands to reflect growing cattle weight
Uploaded on: 26/01/2012

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New weight bands for reporting prime cattle prices sold through auction markets have come into force with effect from January 1 st .  The new weight bands will better reflect the marketplace…

HCC looks ahead to the prospects for the Welsh red meat industry in 2012
Uploaded on: 26/01/2012

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Tight global supplies and an increasing demand for premier quality meat in emerging foreign markets are likely to maintain prices for producers in Wales in 2012, according to red meat promotion…

Cycling star Geraint wins top Olympic award
Uploaded on: 26/01/2012

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The sporting ambassador for Welsh red meat has just been named the Olympic Athlete of the Year for cycling. Geraint Thomas was rewarded for his outstanding season, which included top five…

Successful HCC Elite Ram Project exceeds expectations
Uploaded on: 20/12/2011

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A unique project designed to help Welsh sheep farmers improve the quality of their livestock has been a resounding success.  Hybu Cig Cymru - Meat Promotion Wales launched the Elite Ram…

Welsh sheep numbers up thanks to improved market returns
Uploaded on: 20/12/2011

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There has been a 10 per cent increase in the number of lambs in Wales this year - but the overall number of sheep is still well below the record number on Welsh farms in the 1990s. Figures…