With the advent of spring, pig farmers are being advised to check the ventilation systems in their controlled environment houses as a matter of urgency. “On…
Month: April 2017
Ulster Farmers’ Union president, Barclay Bell says it is crucial politicians at Westminster fully understand the vital contribution farming makes to Northern Ireland’s economy, environment and…
The average EU pig price has gained almost €9 over the past four weeks to stand at more than €33/100kg above the price of a year ago.…
Any pig producers who have not yet used the eMB-Pigs database are being urged to make a start now, in order to comply with Red Tractor rules…
The third NPA spring regional meeting will take place in Diss, Norfolk, today, with a strong focus on eMB-Pigs and antibiotic targets. The meeting at Diss RFC will…
The NFU has said that the government’s new Litter Strategy for England is a missed opportunity to fully tackle the scourge of fly tipping as an…
The first apprentices to enroll on the new butchery trailblazer apprenticeship are completing the first year of the scheme. One year on from being welcomed as apprentice members…
Given the complexity surrounding agricultural trade arrangements, the Agricultural Industries Confederation Board, believes a priority in Brexit negotiations is to set the framework to allow a…
Artisan producer Ispini Charcuterie, in Northern Ireland, has launched an innovative cured pork product, the latest in a range of meats produced by the small business.…
The US and Canadian pig herds are growing, with EU exports set to come under under pressure as a result later this year. Last month, the…