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30th Nov 2023

Brussels

NPA Pig Industry Blog - November 30, 2023: SPP down again


Updates on the latest developments as the NPA seeks solutions to the long-running crisis that has hit the pig sector.

 

29th Nov 2023

HealthWelfare

Reminder - proof of vet visit required for non-assured producers from mid-December


Non-assured producers are reminded that, from December 13, they must be able to demonstrate that a veterinary visit has taken place in the past 12 months.

28th Nov 2023

NPANews

Second allied industry nomination submitted for PIG Elections!


A second allied industry nomination has been submitted ahead of the New Year NPA Pig Industry Group (PIG) elections.

27th Nov 2023

HealthWelfare

Pig keepers urged to be vigilant after pig flu strain confirmed in human


Pig keepers have been urged to remain vigilant and maintain biosecurity levels, after an influenza strain circulating in pigs was confirmed in a person.

27th Nov 2023

HealthWelfare

Influenza strain circulating in pigs detected in humans for first time


A single human case of an influenza strain that is currently circulating in pigs in the UK has been confirmed in North Yorkshire. 

23rd Nov 2023

Environment

AHDB and ITN Business launch 'Farming a Greener Future' news channel


AHDB and ITN Business have launched a news-style programme, Farming a Greener Future, to explore the importance of livestock within sustainable agriculture. 

22nd Nov 2023

NPANews

AHDB announces new chief executive


AHDB has appointed Graham Wilkinson, currently global vice president, agriculture, at dairy business Arla Foods as its new chief executive officer.

21st Nov 2023

Environment

Round 2 of Slurry Infrastructure Grant Scheme opens, with big funding boost


Applications are now open for the second round of the Slurry Infrastructure Grant, with double the funding on offer compared with the first round. 

21st Nov 2023

NPANews

NPA stalwart Hugh Crabtree wins David Black Award


Hugh Crabtree, one of the most influential figures throughout the NPA's history, has deservedly won the David Black Award. 

21st Nov 2023

NPANews

Ceva picks up NPA Allied Industry Member award as 15 National Pig Awards are handed out


Ceva Animal Health has won the NPA Allied Industry Member of the Year Award at National Pig Awards.