date:Feb 20, 2013
The survey, expanded to ensure that a wider range of products are sampled, will include a total of 514 products.
The sampling for the first two phases will be carried out by 28 local authorities and will include beef-based foods that are sold pre-packed, or 'loose' (for example, cafe sandwiches).
Sampling for the third phase will be allocated to other local authorities across the UK.
Details of the survey
Phase 1: 224 samples of raw comminuted (minced) beef products including burgers, minced