Quality Meat Scotland (QMS)

02/09/2026

🎙️ What’s really shaping Scotland’s livestock market?

In this episode, Ross Fotheringham from United Auctions shares his insights into the Scottish livestock market, the role of auctioneers and what the future could look like for farming.

From changing market dynamics and investment decisions to the importance of trust and communication, Ross explores the challenges and opportunities facing farmers today.

🐄 Tune in to hear why staying informed and adaptable will be key as the industry continues to evolve.

🎧 Listen to the latest episode now wherever you get your podcasts from

02/09/2026

💡 Thinking about applying to join the QMS Board?

Want to know more about what being a Board member involves?

We’re hosting two informal webinars where you can ask questions and hear directly from current QMS Board members.

📅 Monday 7 September 7–8pm
👉 Sign up - https://ow.ly/n1X850ZIbqS

📅 Wednesday 9 September 12.30–1.30pm
👉 Sign up - https://ow.ly/rxhz50ZIbqL

We’re recruiting four new Board members, including one role seeking pig production knowledge. Previous Board experience isn't essential, we're looking for the right mix of skills, knowledge and experience.

📅 Deadline: 5pm, Friday 25 September 2026

👉 Full details and application information: https://ow.ly/JpKm50ZIbqQ

02/09/2026

Join us today for the latest Bluetongue update❗

Our Bluetongue webinar brings together industry experts to share the latest information and answer questions from farmers and the wider livestock sector.

Join us at 5pm to hear the latest developments and expert insights 👉 https://bit.ly/4gyhlfA

Catch up on past webinars here ➡️ https://bit.ly/4giMGEq

28/08/2026

IMPORTANT UPDATE: Bluetongue movement rules updated

Following consultation with the farming industry, the Scottish Government has updated movement rules for livestock in the Temporary Control Zone (TCZ) in south-west Scotland from 10 September.

Click here for more information: https://ow.ly/fW9n50ZGAlm

27/08/2026

From the farm… to the classroom… to the plate. 🥩

The Make it Scotch Meat Voucher Scheme is helping pupils across Scotland discover more about the food they cook and eat.

Through the scheme, schools can access funding to buy quality assured Scotch Beef, Scotch Lamb and Prime Scottish Pork from their local Scotch Butchers Club member, giving pupils the chance to develop practical cooking skills while exploring Scotland's food and farming supply chain.

And we're not stopping at the ingredients.

📚 New recipe cards
👨‍🌾 Make It Scotch Ambassador support
🥩 Quality assured Scottish red meat
👩‍🍳 Hands-on food education

Applications for 2026/27 are now open.

👉 Find out more and apply: https://ow.ly/r19750ZFHj9

26/08/2026

🎙️ New episode of the QMS Podcast!

It’s been a busy summer for Scotland’s red meat sector, and in our latest episode Sarah Millar and Abby Tong reflect on some of the key developments.

From the launch of the latest Red Meat Industry Profile at Turriff Show 📊 and the success of the Royal Highland Show 🐑, to the latest Meating Our Potential activity and what consumer and retail trends are telling us 🛒 there’s plenty to unpack.

🎧 Listen now to hear where the sector is today, the challenges ahead and the opportunities for the future.

👉 https://ow.ly/CP8V50ZFHlu

26/08/2026

🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 Could you help shape the future of Scotland’s red meat sector?

We are recruiting four new Board members to help guide our organisation as we supports a resilient, sustainable and profitable Scottish red meat sector.

Candidates are being sought with knowledge and experience of pig production, together with:
🥩 an understanding of QMS and the wider Scottish red meat sector
🤔 ability to contribute effectively to the Board at a strategic level
💻 ability to communicate clearly and effectively with a range of stakeholders

Appointments are made on merit, with the aim of bringing together the right mix of skills, knowledge and experience.

Could you bring your expertise to QMS?

👉 Find out more and apply via the Scottish Government website: https://ow.ly/Xl9r50ZFGhG

24/08/2026

We are holding four local Bluetongue update meetings across Dumfries & Galloway this week. With the BTV-3 situation continuing to develop and a Temporary Control Zone now in place, we will share the latest information, explain what it means for your business, outline what we are pressing for and answer questions from attendees.

Meetings will take place at:

• Monday 24 August, 7pm – Cressfield Hotel, Ecclefechan
• Tuesday 25 August, 7pm – Dumfries Auction Mart
• Wednesday 26 August, 7pm – Wallets Mart, Castle Douglas
• Thursday 27 August, 7pm – Wigtownshire Rugby Club

All farmers and crofters in the area are welcome, whether NFU Scotland members or not. There is no need to book, and non-members can find out more about our work and how to add their voice to NFU Scotland.

Hear directly from NFU Scotland on what we know, the latest position from the Scottish Government, what NFUS is pressing for and what happens next. Local auctioneers and veterinary practices will also join us to provide practical updates and answer questions.

20/08/2026

The Scottish Government is strengthening bluetongue disease controls after a case was detected near Lockerbie.

A Temporary Control Zone has been put in place in an area around Dumfries and Galloway as a precautionary measure while further investigations are conducted on the source and extent of the disease.

All movement of livestock such as cattle, sheep and other susceptible ruminants in or out of the zone can now only take place under licence. There will be also be increased surveillance and testing of animals nearby.

Please visit the Scottish Government Latest Situation page for more information:

Scottish Government advice on what to do if you suspect there is an outbreak of this infectious disease.

18/08/2026

🎙️ New bonus episode of the QMS Podcast!

Our latest episode features Iain Macdonald, QMS Market Intelligence Manager, discussing the newly launched Red Meat Industry Profile and what the latest market data tells us about Scotland’s red meat sector.

📊 From the sector’s economic contribution to the latest market trends and the opportunities and challenges ahead, Iain breaks down the key insights from the data.

🎧 Listen to the bonus episode now: https://ow.ly/tq9c50ZANoL