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Unlocking the Potential of British Wild Venison: Challenges and Opportunities

The British wild venison market faces several challenges that venison processors must overcome to thrive in an evolving and dynamic industry. Wild venison is a sustainable, nutritious, and high-quality product, yet its potential remains underexploited due to barriers like competition from imported venison, limited consumer awareness, and cost challenges.

NJW-administratorMay 6, 2025

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Government funding for rural businesses through the REPF

Defra has confirmed the second round of the Rural England Prosperity Fund (REPF), running from April 2025 to March 2026. Open to rural communities and businesses, so if you're a deer stalker, venison producer, or run a rural business connected to the deer industry, this could be an opportunity to secure capital funding to grow your business!

NJW-administratorApril 2, 2025

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Wild Venison: A Healthy and Sustainable Choice

For those in the game meat industry, wild venison represents more than just a high-quality product. It’s a prime example of sustainable wildlife management and a nutritious alternative to intensively farmed meats like beef, pork and chicken. This blog explores the health benefits of venison, its appeal to consumers, and the importance of Deer Stalkers, Approved Game Handling Establishments (AGHEs) and certifications like British Quality Wild Venison in maintaining high standards for the trade.

NJW-administratorFebruary 25, 2025

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The Journey of British Wild Venison: From Forest to Table

As stakeholders within the deer and venison industry, we all recognise the importance of managing the UK’s growing deer population. Deer management not only preserves the health of our woodlands but also provides a valuable and nutritious product - wild venison.

NJW-administratorJanuary 20, 2025

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British Quality Wild Venison featured in Countryside Alliance article

Great to see British Quality Wild Venison featured in this Countryside Alliance article.

NJW-administratorSeptember 9, 2024

British Quality Wild Venison - Fallow Deer by Nick Lane

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British Quality Wild Venison: creating a robust market for wild venison

I think most people reading this blog can attest to the amazing meat that is wild venison. It’s sustainably produced, it’s lean and healthy, it’s an incredibly versatile meat and tastes great. Let’s explore the new certification scheme, British Quality Wild Venison Standard.

NJW-administratorAugust 20, 2024

British Quality Wild Venison - Taste of Game Recipe Rack of Chinese Water Deer

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Quality assured wild venison set to hit dinner plates

The first British Quality Wild Venison accreditation achieved by Forestry England, Highland Game and Ben Rigby Game.

NJW-administratorAugust 19, 2024

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Navigating Challenges and Opportunities in the Wild Venison Supply Chain

Exploring the current wild venison supply chain and how the British Quality Wild Venison Standard will enhance the market.

NJW-administratorAugust 2, 2024

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British Quality Wild Venison Standard webinar

Wednesday 17th January 2024 - 19:00 - 20:00 GMT. Thinking about applying for the British Quality Wild Venison Standard or just want to know more? This webinar is hosted by the Forestry Commission on behalf of the British Wild Venison Working Group. It will cover the new British Quality Wild Venison Standard an opportunity for producers and processors in England, Wales and Northern Ireland to find out more about what the standard means for the sector, how to join and ask any questions about the application process.

NJW-administratorJune 7, 2023