Meat mislabeled British in UK supermarket sparks concern

Published Mar 10, 2023

Tridge summary

An investigation by the UK's Food Standards Agency's NFCU is underway into the mislabelling of meat products in a UK supermarket. The issue is limited to pre-packed sliced meat and deli products, and not minced beef, burgers, or steak. The retailer has removed the affected products and is collaborating with the NFCU to identify the supplier. The NFU has stressed the importance of food traceability, safety, and adherence to high animal welfare and environmental standards. The investigation is ongoing with potential consequences for the supplier.

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A food fraud investigation is now underway after troubling reports of mislabelled meat products appearing in a UK supermarket. The Food Standards Agency’s NFCU said the investigation concerns pre-packed sliced meat and deli products, not minced beef, burgers or steak. NFCU deputy head Andrew Quinn said it is not a food safety issue, but a matter of “food fraud”. According to a statement, the retailer, which has not been named, was made aware of the situation on the day that NFCU took action against the food business suspected of the fraud and immediately removed all affected products from sale. The retailer is said to be “working closely and cooperatively” with NFCU to progress the case against the supplier. NFCU declined to give further details to avoid jeopardising the investigation and any future proceedings. Speaking to Farmers Guide, Neil Shand, CEO of the National Beef Association, commented: “It’s quite disturbing that someone could have the audacity to imitate our British ...

Source: UKFarmersguide