There will be a greater onus on farmers to justify autumn slurry spreading, after Defra published revised guidance for the Environment Agency (EA) on the Farming…
Month: June 2025
Just Farmers is looking to recruit pig farmers to take part in fully-funded Media Education workshops this autumn. Just Farmers, set up in 2018 by freelance journalist…
New research commissioned by Red Tractor reveals that 94% of UK consumers trust food produced in the UK, more than other countries around the world. Published…
Pork snacks have been pulled from sale in the Eurostar departure area at Brussels Midi station, following warnings they could breach UK biosecurity rules. POLITICO reported…
The Food Standards Agency has decided to retain the small abattoir discount, in a significant boost to the sector and farmers who use local abattoirs. The…
An award recognising the vital contribution to pig health and welfare made by the nation’s vets has been opened up to individuals of all ages. Previously,…
Farming minister Daniel Zeichner has confirmed that the government is planning to bring forward proposals to reform farrowing systems in the UK. But he stressed that…
Eurostar passengers in Brussels are still being encouraged to purchase banned pork products at duty free before heading to the UK, despite a UK ban on…
Pig industry veteran Hugh Crabtree has deservedly been awarded an MBE for services to the pig sector in the King’s Birthday Honours List. Hugh, a founder…
AHDB is recruiting for a new pork sector director, after Angela Christision announced she would be leaving the role later this year. Ms Christison, who made…