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Scottish Association of Meat Wholesalers represents red meat industry views and interests of its member companies, working closely with partner organisations.

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Joined January 2022
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SAMW@MeatSamwSep 21
2026 Conference samw.org.uk/2026/09/21/dont-…
Don’t take Scotland’s meat industry for granted - Scottish Association of Meat Wholesalers

Don’t take Scotland’s meat industry for granted - Scottish Association of Meat Wholesalers

The future success of Scotland’s meat processing sector is vital to maintaining the economic and employment benefits generated by the country’s livestock chain, industry leaders... More>>

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Scotland’s First Minister, John Swinney, engaged with SAMW’s Executive Manager, Scott Walker, in red meat sector debate at the Highland Show today. FM earlier reaffirmed his commitment to the promised food cap, while ensuring farmers aren’t disadvantaged.
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Scotland’s First Minister, John Swinney, pledged the Scottish Government’s strong support for the food and farming industry at the Highland Show today, name checking the key role of processors in his listing of vital food chain partners.
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Looking forward to key Highland Show debate. samw.org.uk/2026/06/15/const…

Constructive approach - Scottish Association of Meat Wholesalers

Scotland’s red meat sector is looking forward to working constructively with the new Scottish Government to support food policy, economic growth and jobs across one... More>>

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What consumers really think about lab-grown meat samw.org.uk/2026/02/09/what-…

What Consumers Really Think About Lab Grown Meat - Scottish Association of Meat Wholesalers

A recent rapid evidence review by the Food Standards Agency on consumer views of cell-cultivated products offers a useful reality check.  Drawing on UK and... More>>

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SAMW welcomes new QMS Board members samw.org.uk/2026/02/09/qms-b…

QMS Board appointments - Scottish Association of Meat Wholesalers

Frank Ross, Gareth Scott, and Isla Roebuck have been appointed as new members of the Quality Meat Scotland (QMS) Board. SAMW welcomes these appointments and... More>>

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Sharp focus on red meat future in 2026 samw.org.uk/2025/12/29/sharp…
Sharp focus on red meat future in 2026 - Scottish Association of Meat Wholesalers

Sharp focus on red meat future in 2026 - Scottish Association of Meat Wholesalers

The future of Scottish red meat production will move firmly to the centre of the national political debate in 2026 as voters choose the next... More>>

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Tribute: Sandy Cooper samw.org.uk/2025/12/12/tribu…

Tribute: Sandy Cooper - Scottish Association of Meat Wholesalers

Sandy was a strong and extremely active member of SAMW’s Executive Council and will be missed by all who knew him and worked with him... More>>

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Key findings in FSS Report - samw.org.uk/2025/10/07/samw-…

SAMW response to FSS meat & dairy report - Scottish Association of Meat Wholesalers

Why Meat Matters for Scotland’s Children A new report from Food Standards Scotland (FSS), produced in collaboration with the University of Edinburgh, has shed important... More>>

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Grow Baby Grow! samw.org.uk/2025/09/29/scott…
Scottish red meat industry seeks ‘Grow Baby Grow’ backing - Scottish Association of Meat Wholesalers

Scottish red meat industry seeks ‘Grow Baby Grow’ backing - Scottish Association of Meat Wholesalers

Scotland’s meat wholesalers have called on government leaders to back the red meat industry’s ‘Grow Baby Grow’ agenda. “While our governments in London and Edinburgh... More>>

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Red meat - Growth or Decline? samw.org.uk/2025/06/25/red-m…
Red meat – growth or decline? - Scottish Association of Meat Wholesalers

Red meat – growth or decline? - Scottish Association of Meat Wholesalers

Scotland’s red meat sector has enormous growth potential with growing domestic and international demand.  But that potential has been squandered by years of political indifference, shallow... More>>

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Conference warning - samw.org.uk/2024/09/11/scots…
Scots livestock decline putting jobs, economy and food security at risk - Scottish Association of...

Scots livestock decline putting jobs, economy and food security at risk - Scottish Association of...

Scotland’s meat wholesalers have issued a stark warning that the rural landscape of Scotland will undergo significant change if the ongoing decline in cattle numbers... More>>

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SAMW conference preview - samw.org.uk/2024/09/04/call-…

Call for improved collaboration - Scottish Association of Meat Wholesalers

The future strength and profitability of red meat production and processing in Scotland will depend on securing improved collaboration between industry, government and regulators says... More>>

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Tribute: Neil Stoddart OBE, FRAgS. samw.org.uk/2024/08/20/tribu…

Tribute: Neil Stoddart OBE, FRAgS - Scottish Association of Meat Wholesalers

By Alistair Donaldson   Neil was a hugely respected stalwart of the meat industry, a point strongly endorsed by the fulsome comments I have received... More>>

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Neil Stoddart. It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Neil Stoddart OBE, a former president of SAMW and a leading figure across many Scottish and UK farming organisations. samw.org.uk/2024/08/12/neil-…

Neil Stoddart - Scottish Association of Meat Wholesalers

It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Neil Stoddart OBE, a former president of the Scottish Association of Meat Wholesalers (SAMW)... More>>

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SAMW President voices industry warning. samw.org.uk/2024/06/19/stabi…
Stability vital for Scottish cattle numbers - Scottish Association of Meat Wholesalers

Stability vital for Scottish cattle numbers - Scottish Association of Meat Wholesalers

Maintaining Scottish livestock numbers, maximising the domestic processing of quality red meat and ensuring we have a competitive processing industry are the three top priority... More>>

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Alan Brown becomes SAMW’s new President - samw.org.uk/2024/06/03/alan-…
Alan Brown becomes SAMW President - Scottish Association of Meat Wholesalers

Alan Brown becomes SAMW President - Scottish Association of Meat Wholesalers

The new President of the Scottish Association of Meat Wholesalers is Alan Brown who brings 40 years of meat trade experience to the role of... More>>

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SAMW oppose excessive OV & MHI cost rise impact. samw.org.uk/2024/03/28/exces…
Excessive cost rise impacts Scottish meat chain - Scottish Association of Meat Wholesalers

Excessive cost rise impacts Scottish meat chain - Scottish Association of Meat Wholesalers

Scotland’s meat industry is at risk of being rendered ‘uncompetitive’ in comparison to the rest of the UK by the imposition of huge cost increases... More>>

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SAMW comment on FSS meat & climate report - samw.org.uk/2024/03/07/red-m…

Red Meat, Health, and Climate Change in Scotland - Scottish Association of Meat Wholesalers

By Scott Walker At the request of the Scottish Government, Food Standards Scotland (FSS), in collaboration with the University of Edinburgh, modelled the impact of... More>>

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Our new research, in collaboration with @EdinburghUni, reveals Scotland's potential to meet Climate Change Committee targets for meat consumption reduction through dietary shifts in line with existing Eatwell Guide advice. Learn more: bit.ly/3v7165y
Modelling the impact of reduction in meat and dairy on micronutrient intakes in Scotland. Our research reveals that Scotland could make significant progress towards climate targets for reduction in meat consumption by following dietary advice in the Eatwell Guide.

ALT Modelling the impact of reduction in meat and dairy on micronutrient intakes in Scotland. Our research reveals that Scotland could make significant progress towards climate targets for reduction in meat consumption by following dietary advice in the Eatwell Guide.

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