News
9th Jun 2023
Deadline to enter 2023 National Pig Awards fast approaching
There is now just over a week left to get your entry in for the 2023 National Pig Awards.
7th Jun 2023
A fascinating insight into the European pig sector at the EPP Conference
NPA chief policy adviser Rebecca Veale was part of a UK delegation that enjoyed an interesting few days at the EPP Conference 2023.
5th Jun 2023
Welcome to new allied member - Phileo by Lesaffre UK & Ireland
A warm welcome to our latest allied industry member – Phileo by Lesaffre UK & Ireland.
31st May 2023
MPs in call for evidence on Fairness in the food supply chain
The EFRA Committee has launched a call for evidence into the fairness of the UK food supply chain from ‘farm to fork’.
30th May 2023
ASF jump to new area in Italy sparks concern, as UK human spread risk remains 'high'
The discovery of a new ‘jump’ of the ASF virus in Italy, probably as a result of human spread, is a concerm, according to APHA.
25th May 2023
Members' Area swine dysentery update
An update has been posted in the Members Area regarding a further case of Swine Dysentery.
23rd May 2023
Rebecca heading for pastures new, after four years with NPA
NPA chief policy adviser chief Rebecca Veale is leaving the association to take up a new role with Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health.
19th May 2023
Members Area alert - important animal rights activity update
An update has been posted in the Members' Area regarding the animal rights activism targeting the pig sector.
18th May 2023
Pilgrim's Ashton plant closure - NPA comment
NPA chief executive Lizzie Wilson said news that Pilgrim's UK is planning to close its Ashton site, in Greater Manchester, as 'disappointing, but not surprising'.
17th May 2023
NPA chief executive sets out pig sector's priorities at Downing Street summit
NPA chief executive Lizzie Wilson has told a Downing Street summit that pig producers are willing to embrace the sustainability agenda.