New report compares English beef and lamb standards with European markets

The latest report focuses on EU markets including Ireland, Germany, Poland, France and the Netherlands. The reports, which are independently reviewed, evidence the current position regarding farmgate production standards at both a regulatory and voluntary level in England. This will help provide transparency for the English beef and lamb sector and the reputation that underpins it. The report found that Red Tractor achieves a higher weighted average score than the other schemes assessed. However, the Netherlands' Beter Leven scored higher in husbandry procedures and youngstock management. It also matched Red Tractor for animal health and welfare. Germany’s Quality System scheme scored the highest in livestock transport, food safety and traceability. Tom Dracup, AHDB Red Meat Lead Analyst, said: The dominant scheme in each nation was chosen for analysis. These were: The beef and lamb report has been delivered by Birnie Consultancy, focusing on both the underpinning legislation and ...