News
8th Apr 2020
Pigs not susceptible to COVID-19, studies show
Pigs and chickens are not susceptible to COVID-19, new research carried out in Germany has confirmed.
7th Apr 2020
Millions more pork meals to be consumed at home as a result of coronavirus
Sliced cooked meats, including ham, will feature in an additional 35 million more meals eaten at home each week, as a result of coronavirus.
7th Apr 2020
Farmers urged to follow social distancing guidance during vet visits
Farmers have been urged to follow government guidance on social distancing and self-isolation when vets are practicing on farm.
6th Apr 2020
NPA coronavirus guidance and support for members - updated April 3!
The NPA is doing all it can to support members during the coronavirus crisis.
6th Apr 2020
Updated guidance: Furloughed staff
Staff that have been furloughed are now permitted to undertake other employment, if their contract permits.
6th Apr 2020
Trading 'relatively quiet' heading into Easter break - TVC
The trading cycle is relatively quiet affair running the Easter break, according to Thames Valley Cambac.
3rd Apr 2020
Antibiotic targets - what next?
In the latest issue of Pig World, NPA chairman Richard Lister and PVS president Richard Pearson discuss the next set of antibiotic targets for the pig sector.
2nd Apr 2020
Pork processors doing a fantastic job but social distancing a 'challenge' - BMPA
Pork processors are doing a ‘fantastic job’ of keeping supplies running, but social distancing guidance is a 'real challenge', says BMPA.
2nd Apr 2020
How coronavirus is affecting key EU pork producing countries
AHDB's Bethan Wilkins has taken a look at the COVID-19 situation in other EU countries
2nd Apr 2020
Ed: How we have responded to the unprecedented coronavirus situation
In the current issue of Pig World, NPA senior policy adviser Ed Barker sets out how the NPA has responded to the coronavirus crisis.