Pressure on UK meat cuts

Despite population growth, GIRA market researchers forecast a UK decline of 1% per annum in retail volumes of primary meat cuts between 2014 and 2020.

The UK is Ireland’s main export market, and GIRA experts say the meat sector is challenged by declining retail meat volume, and rising livestock prices.

The classic roast dinner, a great British tradition, appears to be on the wane, mainly due to time constraints, and consumers are searching for greater convenience.