Although some spot prices have eased back a shade, most stood on and the SPP continues its long-running rally, putting on a further 0.34p and now…
Month: July 2017
Defra Secretary Michael Gove has outlined his plans for a ‘Green Brexit’, including a domestic agricultural policy that rewards farmers for protecting and enhancing the environment.…
European pork prices have risen to their highest level since 2013 as supply tightens while demand continues to climb, according to research from Rabobank. Pork processors…
Farmers are still struggling with mobile phone coverage and access to reliable internet with many experiencing poor connection, the latest survey of NFU members has found.…
The share of pork retail prices received by producers increased by 1% on the month in June to reach 43.8%, the highest proportion received by producers…
Over the next decade global pig meat production is expected to increase in line with demand, according to the latest OECD-FAO Agricultural Outlook. However, pig meat,…
NPA chairman Richard Lister has stressed that there is no evidence to suggest animal welfare is poorer on large farms. Mr Lister, who farms 3,300 indoor…
The NPA has issued a strong warning to producers after a farmer from Halifax was fined £4,000 for feeding meat sandwiches to pigs. Simon John Tallis,…
NPA chairman Richard Lister has written to the returning chair of the Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (EFRA) Committee to outline the association’s priorities. The re-election of Devon…
The Pig Health and Welfare Council (PHWC) has published its biennial report into the main issues surrounding pig health during the 2015-2016 period. The Pig Health…