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Pork production in UK expected to remain steady in 2025
Pork production in the UK is expected to remain steady in 2025 due to limited growth in breeding herd numbers and continued pressure on export…
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Concern raised after 600kg of illegal meat seized in NI
Concerns have been raised after Northern Irish port authorities seized around 600kg of illegal meat that was smuggled into port on the Stranraer…
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Pig sector evokes past disease outbreaks after illegal boar release
The UK pig sector has warned of 'another ham sandwich disaster waiting to happen' following the illegal release of feral boars into the Cairngorms…
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NFU Scotland condemns illegal release of feral pigs in Cairngorms
NFU Scotland has condemned the illegal release of feral pigs in the Cairngorms National Park and calls for those responsible to be identified and…
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Pig farmers' margins halve in final quarter of 2024
Pig farmers' average net margins almost halved in the final quarter of 2024, against the backdrop of rising feed costs and lower pig prices. Average…
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Defra mulls reintroducing processed animal protein into livestock feed
Defra is looking to reintroduce processed animal protein (PAP) into some livestock feed, which would ensure England and Wales are on the same level…
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New TV advertisement campaign champions British-produced pork
A new advertisement campaign championing British pork as a healthy and versatile choice for families is set to hit TV screens in February. AHDB's…
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Three prominent UK pig marketing groups merge into new co-op
Three prominent UK pig marketing groups have entered into a merger to launch a new co-op intended to give independent farmers more clout in the…
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Tesco launches expanded Sustainable Pig Group to boost support
Tesco has relaunched an expanded Tesco Sustainable Pig Group (TSPG), with a pledge to issue long-term support for the producers who supply it. Under…
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Foot-and-mouth in Germany should be 'massive wake-up call' for UK
News of Germany’s foot-and-mouth outbreak should be a 'massive wake-up call' to the government to crack down on illegally imported meat or risk…
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