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Agriland
20-05-2025
- Business
- Agriland
M&S ‘committed' to agriculture in Northern Ireland
One of the UK's biggest retailers has highlighted how food produced in Northern Ireland is currently being sold on the shelves of Marks and Spencer (M&S) stores across the UK. The retailer has also confirmed its commitment to the long-term sustainability of agriculture in the UK. One key issue that M&S management has identified as being a negative factor within the sustainability debate is the extension of inheritance tax to farmland that is a UK government policy. Head of agriculture and fisheries at M&S Food, Steve McLean, told Agriland, about the retailer's approach to its suppliers in Northern Ireland. McLean said: 'We are particularly committed to agriculture in Northern Ireland, 70%of our shell eggs come from the Skea organisation. 'The team at ABP and Linden Foods continue to excite and excel where beef and lamb are concerned. 'And this has a massively positive impact on the amount of product coming in form Northern Ireland, which is subsequently sold in M&S outlets throughout the UK.' 'We are involved in a lot of positive developments, where our milk pool is concerned.' Last week M&S also announced it was expanding its partnership with Co. Armagh-based Gilfresh Produce to supply Irish parsnips to M&S stores across Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland. Shaun Doherty, senior agronomist at M&S, said the collaboration exemplifies its dedication to sustainability. 'By working closely with growers to implement renewable energy solutions and eco-friendly practices, we're not only enhancing produce quality but also contributing to a healthier environment for future generations,' he added. M&S Speaking to Agriland at the 2025 Balmoral Show last week the head of agriculture and fisheries at M&S Food said the drive continues to develop long-term working relationships between the retailer and its suppliers. 'This process is at the very heart of our sustainability agenda. 'Currently we are seeing livestock and milk prices at a very positive point for farmers. And we are also seeing this coming through in the quality of the product. 'Farmers have needed a price boost. Moreover, this is recognised throughout the whole of the supply chain,' McLean added. He also recognises the need for farmers to invest in the future of their businesses. McLean said: 'It's important that farming businesses have the confidence to encourage new entrants when it comes to the issue of succession. 'Government has used a very blunt tool, where the issue of inheritance tax is concerned. Yes, the decision taken by the government has focused farmers' minds on the subject of succession within their businesses. 'But the issue is that of the seven-year transition.' McLean also outlined the importance of sustainable farming to the retailer. 'From an M&S perspective. we want to see agriculture having a long-term future. And this means allowing farmers to make sustainable profits now. 'In turn, this will provide then with the ability to invest for the future. 'We have no food base without a very strong farmer and grower supply chain, operating throughout the UK. 'We rely on about 8,500 livestock farms and 700 fresh produce farms to supply the great quality food that our customers expect,' he added. McLean said M&S is 'very UK-centric in terms of its approach'. 'It's a policy that delivers best quality. It is also doing a great job where sustainability is concerned. 'Our customers also want us to support farming throughout the UK,' he said. Balmoral Show results overview: Day 4 Commercial cattle classes Champion: MCV Competitions Reserve: RMC Commercial Cattle Junior Champion: MCV Competitions Reserve: RMC Commercial Cattle Best Commercial Heifer Clas 1 st : MCV Competitions : MCV Competitions 2nd: RMC Commercial Cattle Best Commercial Beef Steer Class 1 st : S & J Smyth : S & J Smyth 2nd: Jacob McAuley Best Exhibitor-bred animal 1 st : MCV Competitions : MCV Competitions 2nd: Fergal Gormley Pairs' class 1 st : Jalex Livestock : Jalex Livestock 2nd: Mya Alexander Commercial Beef Heifer: under 30 months-of-age: Class 639 1 st : S & J Smyth : S & J Smyth 2nd: Mya Alexander Commercial Beef Heifer: under 30 months-of-age: Class 640 1 st : MCV Competitions : MCV Competitions 2nd: RMC Commercial Cattle Commercial Beef Heifer: under 30 months-of-age: Class 641 1 st : JCB Commercials : JCB Commercials 2nd: Jalex Livestock Commercial Beef Heifer: under 30 months-of-age 1 st : S & J Smyth : S & J Smyth 2nd: Jacob McAuley Beef Inter-Breed classes Champion of Champions: Stephen Maginn Reserve: Deerpark Limousin Junior Champion of Champions: MCV Competitions Reserve: Robert McWilliams Native Pairs' Champion: William Porter Reserve: Stephen Cherry and Dorepoll Herefords Continental Pairs' Champion: S & J Smyth Reserve: Kieran McCrory and P & S Murphy Inter-Breed Team of Five Champions, native breed: Leanne Green and Cherryvalley Farms Reserve: Lucy Rodgers and William Porter Inter-Breed Team of Five Champions, continental breed: D & S Murphy: DG Green & Sons; Deerpark Limousin; Trevor Shields; Kieran McCrory Reserve: WD & JA Connolly; Alan Wilson; Robert McWilliams; Brownhill herd; Eoin McGovern Inter-Breed Group Champions native breeds: Leanne Green and Cherryvalley Farms Reserve: William Porter Inter-Breed Group Champions,continental breeds: P & S Murphy; Trevor Shields; Kieran McCrory Reserve: WD & JA Connolly; Alan Wilson; Robert McWilliams Jake Piggot, from Killinchy Co. Down, was the Sheep Young Hander Champion at Balmoral Show 2025. He was congratulated by LMC board member, David Mark Sheep Inter–Breed classes Inter-Breed Champion: Graham Foster Reserve: Limestone Farms Inter-Breed Pairs' Champion: Elizabeth McAllister Reserve: Christian Hill and Alistair Moore Group Of Three Champion: Loughbrae Livestock; Glenbrook Farm; Reserve: John Ferguson Champion Young Handler: Jake Piggott Reserve: Mazie Bradley Goat classes Champion: Marcus Galbraith Reserve: Marcus Galbraith Best Goat in Milk Class 1 st : Marcus Galbraith : Marcus Galbraith 2nd: Marcus Galbraith Best Goatling Class 1 st : Marcus Galbraith : Marcus Galbraith 2nd: N & D Lennox Pig classes Inter-Breed Champion: Trevor Shields Reserve: Clare and Gary Wright Landrace Champion: Amanda Stewart Large White Champion: Trevor Shields Reserve: Trevor Shields
Yahoo
20-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Planet 13 Announces Chief Financial Officer Resignation;
Steve McLean Named Interim Chief Financial Officer LAS VEGAS, May 20, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Planet 13 Holdings Inc. (CSE: PLTH) (OTCQX: PLNH) ('Planet 13' or the 'Company'), a leading vertically-integrated multi-state cannabis company, today announced that Dennis Logan, the Chief Financial Officer of the Company, submitted his resignation effective May 31, 2025. Mr. Logan will be leaving the Company to pursue other opportunities. Mr. Logan has served as the Chief Financial Officer of the Company since 2018 and is committed to an orderly transition of his duties. Effective upon Mr. Logan's departure, the Company has appointed Steve McLean, the Company's Vice President of Finance to serve as its Interim Chief Financial Officer. 'We would like to thank Dennis for his contributions to the Company. He has been a key contributor to Planet 13 since we went public. We wish him the best in his future endeavors,' said Robert Groesbeck, Co-Chief Executive Officer of the Company. Mr. McLean joined the Company in 2019 and has since overseen the Company's finance and accounting operations. He is a Certified Management Accountant and holds a Master's degree with a specialization in taxation from the State University of New York at Albany. About Planet 13 Planet 13 ( is a vertically integrated cannabis company, with award-winning cultivation, production and dispensary operations across its locations in California, Nevada, Illinois, and Florida. Home to the nation's largest dispensary, located just off The Strip in Las Vegas, Planet 13 continues to expand its footprint with the recent debut of its first consumption lounge in Las Vegas, DAZED!, the opening of its first Illinois dispensary in Waukegan, bringing unparalleled cannabis experiences to the Chicago metro area. Planet 13's mission is to build a recognizable global brand known for world-class dispensary operations and innovative cannabis products. Licensed cannabis activity is legal in the states Planet 13 operates in but remains illegal under U.S. federal law. Planet 13's shares trade on the Canadian Securities Exchange under the symbol PLTH and are quoted on the OTCQX under the symbol PLNH. To learn more, visit Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements This news release contains forward-looking information and forward-looking statements within the meaning of applicable securities laws. All statements, other than statements of historical fact, are forward-looking statements and are often, but not always, identified by phrases such as 'plans', 'expects', 'proposed', 'may', 'could', 'would', 'intends', 'anticipates', or 'believes', or variations of such words and phrases. In this news release, forward-looking statements relate to our strategic goals or future performance. Such forward-looking statements reflect what management of the Company believes, or believed at the time, to be reasonable assumptions and accordingly readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance upon such forward-looking statements and that actual results may vary from such forward-looking statements. These assumptions, risks and uncertainties which may cause actual results to differ include, among others: final regulatory and other approvals or consents needed to operate our business; fluctuations in general macroeconomic conditions; inflationary pressures; fluctuations in securities markets; expectations regarding the size of the cannabis market in the states in which we currently operate in or contemplate future operations and changing consumer habits in such states; the ability of the Company to successfully achieve its business objectives; plans for expansion; political and social uncertainties including international conflict; inability to obtain adequate insurance to cover risks and hazards; and the presence of laws and regulations that may impose restrictions on cultivation, production, distribution and sale of cannabis and cannabis related products in the states in which we currently operate in or contemplate future operations; employee relations and other risks and uncertainties discussed under the heading 'Risk Factors' in the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2024 filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission at and on the Company's issuer profile on SEDAR+ at and in the Company's periodic reports subsequently filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission and on SEDAR+. No stock exchange, securities commission or other regulatory authority has approved or disapproved the information contained herein. For Further Inquiries, Please Contact: LodeRock Advisors Inc., Planet 13 Investor Robert Groesbeck or Larry SchefflerCo-Chief Executive Officersir@ in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
