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Demand for pork and bacon constant

2008 | Filed under Previously Featured | (0)

The past twelve months have marked a return to profitability for most pig producers in Northern Ireland.
The early summer saw the production downturn that has been a feature of pig farming throughout most of Europe since the beginning of the year converted into stronger market returns at long last. But farmers are not out of [...]

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Anyone for coffee?

2008 | Filed under Previously Featured | (0)

The UK hot beverages market was worth more than £1.35 billion in 2007 and was showing value growth of 2.1 per cent, fuelled by increased spend per trip and aided by premiumisation.
The main growth areas in the category are roast and ground coffee and standard tea, bringing in £15.5 million and £17 million extra respectively [...]

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