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Home Secretary endorses agricultural crime initiative
Home Secretary Theresa May MP has praised an agricultural industry led crime initiative which brings farmers, auctioneers and the police together in…
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Visual imaging to help pork producers improve health
A consortium of academic and animal health industry partners in the UK, led by Zoetis Inc., is embarking on a 42-month project that will develop…
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Staffordshire pig pen attracts worldwide customer base
A pioneering pig birthing pen designed and created by a Staffordshire farmer is now being sold across the globe, it has been revealed. Orders for the…
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Support local farmers and butchers in Sausage Week, says FUW
The Farmers’ Union of Wales today called on people to support their local farmers and butchers by tucking into wonderful Welsh bangers during next…
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EU pork faces tough times with health scares and Russian ban
The global pork market will likely begin to cool down as the buoyent market circumstances from the first three quarters are now disappearing. With…
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Who are the biggest meat consumers in the world?
Across the globe, meat is a staple food enjoyed by an array of countries and cultures. From tender chicken in traditional Spanish paellas to juicy…
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Keeping up with the next generation of livestock farmers
The NFU has teamed up with Innovation for Agriculture (IfA) and Warwickshire Rural Hub to focus on the potential that precision agriculture has for…
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Chinese award for pig welfare launched
Compassion in World Farming is helping to move animal welfare higher up the agenda in China with the launch of the Good Pig Production Awards. The…
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New portable nursery unit saves thousands of piglets
A portable nursery unit which will enable pig farmers to save thousands of surplus piglets has been launched by Suffolk-based Quality Equipment…
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Winter: Preparing livestock's seasonal housing needs
The days are shortening, harvest and autumn sowing is mostly done, so now is the time to turn your attention to the winter and your stock. You must…
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