News
2nd Jun 2017
AHDB to offer new training and skills help for pig sector
AHDB has outlined plans to introduce a new framework to help improve the skills of existing people in the industry, as well as attracting new talent.
1st Jun 2017
Career opportunities with Quality Equipment
Career Opportunities with Quality Equipment
For over 50 years Quality Equipment has provided a comprehensive range of new and innovative products and buildings specifically designed to meet the on-going needs of modern pig farmers. This is an exciting time to join our team as we continue to expand and develop the company, as we look to recruit an Agricultural Livestock Equipment Sales Representative and a CAD Draughtsman
1st Jun 2017
NPA proposes proportionate approach to new antibiotic targets
The NPA is urging the Government to adopt a proportionate approach to new long-term antibiotic targets, as the formal negotiation process gets underway.
31st May 2017
Changes to Red Tractor standards - what you need to know
Red Tractor is reminding pig producers of changes to the pork scheme standards coming into force in October.
30th May 2017
Danes launch new pork welfare labelling scheme
A new Government-backed welfare label based on a three-tier labelling scheme is being launched in Denmark at the end of May.
29th May 2017
British pork showcased in China
British pork was on prominent display as more than 80,000 visitors from around the world visited China’s largest food trade exhibition, SIAL.
27th May 2017
Nominations for the David Black Award are open
Who is going to be the next winner of what is considered to be the pig industry's most prestigious award?
26th May 2017
What Short Week?
Pig prices are continuing on their upward track, with the SPP putting on a further 0.76p to stand at 159.21p.
25th May 2017
Co-op extends British sourcing pledge to frozen range
The Co-operative has pledged to source all its own-label meat, including frozen and processed products from British farmers from 2018.
24th May 2017
Cranswick results show significant revenue growth
Cranswick posted a significant growth in revenue in the last financial year, following its acquisition of Dunbia Ballymena.