Make it Scotch

Why Choose Scotch

Not all red meat is created equally

To carry the Scotch Beef, Scotch Lamb or Specially Selected Pork brand marks, meat has to come from livestock that has been born, reared and processed on quality assured farms here in Scotland. These brands act as a symbol of whole-of life and whole-of-supply chain quality assurance – so the end-consumer knows that they are purchasing a product that has been created in a way that ensures full traceability, a local supply chain and a top-quality end result.
Scotch – setting the standards in red meat production.

Scotch Beef

Scotch Beef UK GI is always fully traceable, locally sourced and quality assured. The UK GI status acts as a guarantee that a product fully satisfies strict guidelines which demand a proven link between the traditions and environment of a country of origin and a product which is of the highest quality.
A natural, quality source of protein with essential minerals and vitamins, beef is a staple ingredient in a healthy, balanced diet.
We’re proud to share various ways to enjoy Scotch Beef through our repertoire of recipes – check them out at the link here.

Scotch Lamb

Scotch Lamb UK GI takes its quality and characteristics from an stress-free life grazing on the Scottish hills on quality assured farms, and is always fully traceable and locally sourced.
The UK GI status acts as a guarantee that a product fully satisfies strict guidelines which demand a proven link between the traditions and environment of a country of origin and a product which is of the highest quality. Naturally delicious in flavour and super versatile as part of your diet, take a look at some of the many Scotch Lamb recipes that we’ve developed.

Specially Selected Pork

As the flagship brand of the pork industry in Scotland, Specially Selected Pork is approved by the Scottish SPCA, who independently inspect farms and processors to allow consumer confidence that the pork has been born and reared under strict standards here in Scotland. Pork has so much to offer – nutrient dense and varying cuts available to suit any health and nutrition goal or meal type. Cooking with pork is easier and more exciting than you might have though – the proof’s in the recipes!

Where to Buy

Find out where to source Scotch Beef, Scotch Lamb and Specially Selected Pork in retail and restaurants.

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What does quality assured mean?

  • Group 649

    Independently Audited

    Farms are regularly audited against a strict set of standards covering animal welfare, food safety and best practice.

  • Group 648

    Respectfully Reared

    Animal welfare is a central part of the quality assurance standards against which farms are independently audited.

  • Group 647

    The Perfect Environment

    An abundant supply of rain and lush grasslands, Scotland possesses the perfect environment for rearing livestock, creating the best possible quality red meat.

  • Group 658

    Whole of life care

    To carry the Scottish red meat industry’s three premium brands, livestock must have been born, reared and slaughtered in Scotland and spent their entire life on QMS Assured holdings, under the strictest animal welfare conditions.

  • Group 646

    Whole chain assurance

    QMS assurance schemes cover the full supply chain, from Cattle, Sheep and Pigs to Feeds, Haulage, Auction Marts and Processors.

  • Group 645

    Full Traceability

    Traceability of product is key and checker systems are available to farmers, auction markets and abattoirs for determining the brand eligibility of scotch assured livestock.

Recipes to try

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What's The Scotch Difference?

Let us take you on a journey into what makes Scotch Beef, Scotch Lamb and Specially Selected Pork so special, and how we produce such high-quality meat renowned and enjoyed worldwide.