The key role of the BMPA is to act as a conduit between Government and the meat industry to safeguard the interests of our members as well as the businesses and consumers they serve.
We work closely with governments, regulatory bodies and other industry groups throughout the UK, Europe and worldwide, in particular The Food Standards Agency (FSA) and the Department of Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA) who regulate the meat industry. We believe that through co-operation and shared experience, we are best placed to further the interests of our members and improve standards.
Our involvement spans most links in the food chain from animal health and welfare, antimicrobial resistance, food traceability, genetic improvement and bio-security management through to nutrition and industry assurance.
We maintain a constant dialogue with key industry participants and provide a central forum for collaboration. We also conduct research, respond to Government consultations and work closely with regulators and other industry partners to help shape and implement new legislation.
One of the central drivers behind our work is to maintain and improve the hard-won reputation of the British meat industry, which is seen by many around the world as a model for best practice resulting in some of the highest standards.
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