News
10th Nov 2017
NPA launches new member survey
The NPA has launched a new survey for members, seeking feedback on how we have performed in delivering value for your membership.
10th Nov 2017
NPA producer group offers fulsome backing for Ladies in Pigs
The NPA producer group has voiced its full support for Ladies in Pigs, as the future of the organisation remains shrouded in doubt.
10th Nov 2017
Ed's Brexit round-up
Aside from ministerial resignations, scandals of various descriptions and wranglings over how far we are down the Brexit path... a quiet week in Westinster.
10th Nov 2017
New Red Tractor eMB-Pigs requirement comes into force
A significant Red Tractor rule change comes into force tomorrow.
9th Nov 2017
Antibiotic targets - meeting the challenge
There will still be a need for targeted prophalyaxis but routine prophylaxis should be rapidly phased out as the pig industry addresses its new antibiotic targets.
9th Nov 2017
Members' area update
We have posted another update in the members' area with the latest information after a number were targeted by activists.
8th Nov 2017
Young NPA December meeting to explore antibiotics in the pig industry
Young NPA's annual conference will explore antibiotic use in the pig industry in early December.
8th Nov 2017
NPA warns against further 'unsubstantiated' antibiotic reductions in response to WHO guidelines
The NPA has warned that any further restrictions in antibiotic use beyond those agreed under the new targets could actually make the problem worse.
7th Nov 2017
Members' area update
We have posted an important reminder in the members' area following information received about farms being targeted by activists.
7th Nov 2017
NPA calls for FSA support over proposed new copper limits
The NPA has written to the Food Standards Agency (FSA) about the NPA's 'significant concerns' over proposed new copper limits in piglet feed.