date:Jun 22, 2012
Its Scottish Red Meat Industry Profile revealed a 10% increase on the previous year, as the red meat farming and processing sectors boosted their economic output.
But it was a year of mixed fortunes for both processors and farmers, said the organisation. While beef and lamb producers benefited from stronger prices, pig farmers saw production costs rise more than returns and processors also felt increased pressure on their margins.
Stuart Ashworth, head of economics services QMS, said: Tight