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Another case of swine dysentery has been confirmed on a pig farm in North Yorkshire.

The NPA has reiterated its calls for robust action to keep ASF at bay, after traces of the virus were detected in illegally imported meat in Northern Ireland. 

The NPA has welcomed a new report by the PHWC setting out the key themes in ensuring the future health and welfare of the national pig herd.

This week, NPA's Lizzie Wilson and Becca Veale met with the food service company Compass Group UK. 

Rolling out isotope testing more widely will help improve consumer trust in the meat they buy, the NPA’s Lizzie Wilson has explained in a BBC interview.

Initial results for the pig that caused all the pig classes at the Great Yorkshire Show to be cancelled have come back negative.

Defra grants will be available to pig prodcers for the first for ammonia monitoring, CCTV and weighing and handling systems. 

There will be no pig classes at this year's Great Yorkshire Show, following a suspected case of disease at a recent show.

The May Porkwatch survey showed a mixed picture among retailers in terms of their support for British pork products. 

AHDB is extending isotope testing on pork to include local butcher shops.