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Pork imports from African swine fever affected areas 'of high concern' for UK
Bringing in imports of pork products from African swine fever (ASF) affected areas is 'of high concern', the Animal and Plant Health Agency has…
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Rabobank: Global pork market under pressure but consumption is resilient
The global pork market is under pressure but worldwide consumption remains resilient, according to experts at Rabobank. The agri-business's latest…
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UK pig prices rise after sixteen consecutive weeks of decline
UK pig prices have risen after sixteen consecutive weeks of decline, with the EU-spec SPP creeping up by 0.11p to 211.47p per kg. This was only the…
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Long term resilience of UK farming will be challenged, AHDB warns
Long term resilience of UK farming will be 'challenged' amid cumulative inflationary pressure and the ongoing impact of the cost of living on…
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Young entrant helps pig farmers solve succession dilemma
A new share farming agreement on a Welsh heritage pig farm has provided a new business opportunity for a first-generation farmer and a succession…
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British pig meat exporters eye up new opportunities in California
British pig meat exporters have taken the first steps towards maximising new opportunities in California following the introduction of new…
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MPs raise 'deep concern' over UK biosecurity amid new border regime
MPs have expressed 'deep concern' about the effectiveness of the government’s measures for protecting biosecurity as it introduces new import checks…
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Wales' post-Brexit farming scheme 'risks reducing 122,000 livestock units'
An impact assessment has found that Wales' new post-Brexit farming scheme risks reducing 122,000 livestock units, representing a 'shocking' 11% fall…
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AHDB's British pork marketing campaign to return to TV screens
A British pork marketing campaign by AHDB will return next week after successfully increasing consumers' purchasing intentions. The Feed Your Family…
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Oregano essential oil and purple garlic could be used in pig feed, study says
Oregano essential oil and purple garlic could be used in pig feed as an alternative to zinc oxide, scientists have said in new research. Both foods…
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