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As pig producers continue to see heavy losses, Alex Black takes a look back at the crisis of the 1990s and the impact it has had on the industry today

As pig producers continue to see heavy losses, Alex Black takes a look back at the crisis of the 1990s and the impact it has had on the industry today

The NPA have described the situation as ‘deeply concerning, but not surprising’

There were signs of demand dropping for lamb, beef and pork as consumers opt for cheaper alternatives. By Jac Williams

Íæż½ã½ã in England could receive funding by helping Defra test its Annual Health and Welfare Review.

Barbecues during the heatwave were expected to have given a boost to burger and sausage sales

The Government’s UK-wide consultation of the pig supply chain must lead to action that protects and benefits primary producers, National Pig Association chief executive Dr Zoe Davies has said. By Hannah Binns and Ewan Pate.

With the UK gearing up for what could be its hottest day in history, and temperatures forecast to top 40degC this week, farmers have been urged to take precautionary measures to protect their stock against heat stress.

Keeping pigs for the whole of their lives from birth to finishing is key for North Farm Livestock’s outdoor pig enterprise in Norfolk.

A whole supply chain approach must be considered when looking to address the chronic labour shortages the UK’s pig sector is experiencing. Hannah Binns reports on the steps industry is taking.