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Another firm day for sellers with the SPP moving up by 0.24p to stand at 150.18p and although German prices have stood on, GB pigs remain short. 

An EU veterinary committee has reasserted its view that zinc oxide should be banned at therapeutic levels, following a review of its evidence.

A rat bait widely used by professional pest controllers is now being made available to farmers certified under the rodenticide stewardship scheme.

Meadow Quality have announced the death of Colin Wooldridge, a well-known and respected character in the pig industry.

The UK food and drink supply chain has come together to call on the Government to make an early agreement on future trade with the Republic of Ireland. 

Philip Hammond’s u-turn on increasing NI contributions for self-employed people will come as a ‘huge relief’ to the majority of farmers who are self-employed.

The NPA's spring regional meetings are fast approaching. If you haven't reserved your place already, now is a good time to do so. 

The Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD) is backing the NPA’s calls for a 10-year transition period, if zinc oxide is banned in piglet feed.

Farmers are being urged to get planning applications in early, ahead of a 20% increase in planning fees from this summer.