Lamb
Discover the excellence of British lamb
The United Kingdom (UK) is Europe’s biggest producer of lamb, combining quality, environmental credentials and superior taste. Choose Quality Lamb from Britain for an exceptional product, renowned globally for its high standards and delicious flavour.
Setting the standard in lamb production
Year-round supply
British lamb is available all year, ensuring delivery of a consistent, high-quality product for customers without requiring multiple suppliers to balance seasonal domestic availability.
Grass-fed
The lush pastures of the UK provide an ideal environment for rearing lamb. In the UK, sheep diet consists of 90% grass-derived feed – 60% from fresh grass and 30% from conserved grass – and the remainder consists of other coproducts/forages.
Outdoor-reared
Due to the UK’s climate and landscape, red meat production systems in the UK are predominantly outdoor, land-based systems. All sheep are housed outdoors.
British lambs are raised in open fields, promoting animal welfare and yielding meat of unparalleled texture and taste. This method reflects a commitment to combining traditional farming practices with modern efficiency.
Environmentally responsible
This is achieved through environmentally focused farming practices, integrating grazing with grasslands to enhance biodiversity and sequester carbon. Grasslands and pastures play a crucial role in carbon sequestration, capturing and storing carbon dioxide from the atmosphere.
About our lamb
#1
largest lamb producer in Europe
90%
of our sheep’s diet is made up of grass*
365
days a year supplying fresh lamb
94%
of lamb exports go to EU
*Fresh and conserved
A Legacy of innovation and tradition
British sheep breeds, such as Suffolk and Hampshire, have been internationally recognised for centuries. British lamb not only carries this rich farming heritage but also introduces innovative butcher cuts designed for contemporary dining experiences. From mini roast joints to succulent chops, offerings cater to evolving consumer preferences.
Trust and traceability: Red Tractor Assurance
The Red Tractor logo is a symbol of trust and integrity. It guarantees that British lamb is produced entirely in the UK, adhering to stringent farm-to-fork standards. This assurance provides full traceability, giving customers confidence in the safety, quality and origin of the product.
Choose Quality Lamb from Britain
Experience the exceptional quality of British lamb, and deliver a product synonymous with quality, tradition and natural farming. Explore partnership opportunities and bring the best of British lamb to market. Get in touch today.
Contact
Our international team is available to support your import ambitions, with members based across Europe. Contact us today to discuss achieving success by choosing Quality Meat from Britain.
