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There is an important update in the Members' Area concerning the ongoing animal rights activity targeting the pig sector. 

Chinese pig prices are rising rapidly as African swine fever takes its toll on production within the world's largest pig herd.

Pig producers typically lost £7/head during the last quarter of 2018 but better times could finally be around the corner. 

Eleven years ago this month, music loving members of the general public were being treated to a pig-themed masterpiece, courtesy of 30 pig farmers.   

Pig producers have been urged to step up their biosecurity levels, including being extra vigilant with visitors, following a spate of swine dysentery outbreaks.

Whilst our PM and her selected cabinet members and Ministers scrabble around the corridors of Brussels, times ticks closer to a pretty massive week for the Government.

Red Tractor has updated one of its pig standards with regards to responsible and competent use of medicines and veterinary treatments.

The latest forum entry seeks support for research on a new product to market that deals with odour control and solids waste reduction.

The revised Pig Health Scheme began operating this week. Here we summarise the key information you need to know. 

Former NPA chairman Richard Longthorp highlighted the importance of developing skills in agriculture at a breakfast attended by MPs and peers in Parliament on Wednesday.