The English pig breeding herd has suffered a notable decline, as the ongoing crisis affecting the sector takes it toll. Over the course of 2021, the…
Month: January 2022
Exports of UK pig meat (excluding offal) in November 2021 were 10% lower than in the same month in 2020, despite being up on export levels…
A major new genomic study into the genetic markers of the rare Lop pig breed has reinforced the need for robust measures to be in place…
A new £25 million scheme providing grants of up to £500,000 for farmers to invest in cutting edge robotics and technology, including slurry treatment equipment, robotic…
EU pig slaughter was also relatively stable in October, according to a report from AHDB analyst Bethan Wilkins. Slaughter remained at a similar level to much…
Hong Kong has identified a case of African swine fever (ASF) in a wild boar in the northern part of the territory, the World Organisation for…
Defra and the Environment Agency (EA) have agreed to publish clear new guidance on the interpretation of the Farming Rules for Water (FRfW) for farmers by…
Yorkshire pig farmers and industry campaigners, the Morgan sisters, have called for more action from the supply chain and Government to help save the British pig…
AHDB is advertising for new members to join the Pork sector council, which is responsible for deciding what work should be commissioned for the sector and ensuring…
Covid infections continued to affect staffing levels, as the situation in the pork supply chain showed no sign of improvement, according to Thames Valley Cambac. “There…