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You must batch and label the beef and veal you sell or supply according to specific rules, which vary from product to product.
A summary of the impact analysis carried out for Mechanically Separated Meat
Consultation pack for Mechanically Separated Meat (MSM) guidance.
This document provides guidance on how the definition of MSM should be applied.
The Beef Carcase Classification (BCC) scheme is the compulsory classification of beef carcases to an agreed standard so that a fair meat price can be set.
Beef abattoirs must dress, categorise, classify, weigh and label carcases according to regulations, and communicate results to suppliers.
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