Government announcement cannot detract from dire trading situation – TVC
While the Government’s announcement last week regarding visas for butchers and private aid to storage…
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RABI Big Farming Survey puts spotlight on mental health issues in the pig sector
The pig farming sector suffers more than any other from mental health problems, according the…
Farming Community Network releases video in support of pig farmers
A video featuring a livestock farmer talking about the challenges affecting the sector and how…
‘This really is just the beginning’ – NPA welcomes support package, but warns that situation remains critical
The NPA has welcomed the Government’s support package for the pig industry, but has warned…
ARM urges pig farmers to check ventilation systems as back up builds
AS overweight pigs continue to back up on many pig farms, environmental specialist ARM Buildings…
Government to introduce private storage aid and temporary butchers visas as part of industry support package
The Government has announced the introduction of private storage aid and temporary butchers visas as part…
Visa announcement ‘imminent’ – Defra Minister
An announcement on visas for the processing sector is ‘imminent’, Defra Minister Richard Benyon has told…
Defra confirms one-month AHDB pork levy holiday in November
Ministers have confirmed one-month levy holidays for pig producers in England and Scotland during November,…
Government needs to step up and help pig sector – Shadow Defra Secretary
Shadow Defra Secretary Luke Pollard has urged the Government to listen to pig farmers and…
Red Tractor reassures pig scheme members over its stance during pig backlog
Red Tractor will not take action against farms that are failing to comply with scheme…