News
29th Aug 2023
NPA welcomes 'British' AHDB marketing rule change
The NPA has welcomed a change to the rules that will enable the term ‘British’ to be included in AHDB marketing campaigns.
25th Aug 2023
Retail support for British pork holds up, but bacon, ham and sausage all down - Porkwatch latest
Support for British pork products on retail shelves remained relatively strong during July, despite tight supplies and high pork prices.
23rd Aug 2023
The importance of the NPA protocol and PRRS testing when importing pigs
The NPA is urging anyone importing live pigs or semen should follow the guidance in the NPA protocol.
23rd Aug 2023
Defra webinar on 'Funding for Farmers'
Defra's Farming & Countryside Programme team is holding a webinar for farmers to find out about the payments available in England.
21st Aug 2023
Testing begins in project to reduce pig farming's ammonia emissions
Testing has begun as part of a major project that is aiming to reduce the environmental impact of ammonia emissions from livestock.
15th Aug 2023
NPA urges MPs to deliver on supply chain review
The NPA has called on MPs to ensure that Defra’s review of contractual practice in the supply chain delivers tangible outcomes that better protect primary producers. Responding to the House of Commons Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (EFRA) Select Committee’s inquiry into fairness in the food supply chain, we reiterated the importance of distributing risk throughout the supply chain more proportionately.
10th Aug 2023
AHDB joins forces with ITN Business to highlight livestock's positive environmental impact
AHDB is joining forces with ITN Business to showcase the positive impact livestock has on the environment and our food system.
9th Aug 2023
Join the EPP - an opportunity to network and learn more about European pig production
The NPA is encouraging pig producers to sign up to the EPP, a networking and socialising organisation for pig producers across Europe.
8th Aug 2023
We are pleased Defra has listened to us on welfare labelling
NPA chief policy adviser Rebecca Veale welcomes the Government's change of heart on welfare labelling.
7th Aug 2023
A new vice chair for Young NPA
We are delighted to announce that Emma Wormington will be stepping into the role of Young NPA Vice Chair.