Independent report on Beef & Lamb production standards released
AHDB have recently released part one of a comparison report of international beef & lamb standards, written by Birnie Consultancy which compares the Red Tractor scheme to New Zealand’s NZFAP and Australia’s LPA.
The review delivers a clear comparison of the different standards and regulatory requirements faced within Australia and New Zealand – two key markets for the English beef and lamb sector.
The report has been independently reviewed by the following experts:
Jude Capper – Livestock Sustainability Consultant
Nigel Scollan – Queen’s University, Institute of Global Food Security
Mandy Lucas – Farm Animal Welfare Consultant
Jonathan Statham – Veterinary Surgeon and Livestock Sustainability Consultant
The timeline for the beef and lamb reports are as follows:
April 2024: Australia and New Zealand standards
July 2024: Key EU country standards
September 2024: North America standards
November 2024: South America (Brazil) standards