News
18th Mar 2017
GB pigs short as SPP rises again - Peter Crichton commentary
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.
17th Mar 2017
EU committee stands by zinc oxide ban recommendation
An EU veterinary committee has reasserted its view that zinc oxide should be banned at therapeutic levels, following a review of its evidence.
17th Mar 2017
Farmers gain access to pest controller rat bait
A rat bait widely used by professional pest controllers is now being made available to farmers certified under the rodenticide stewardship scheme.
16th Mar 2017
Meadow Quality announce death of Colin Wooldridge
Meadow Quality have announced the death of Colin Wooldridge, a well-known and respected character in the pig industry.
16th Mar 2017
Food and drink supply chain seeks assurances on UK-Ireland trade
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.
15th Mar 2017
NI u-turn could lead to further attacks on self-employed farmers - NFU Mutual
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.
15th Mar 2017
NPA spring regionals - reserve your place now
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.
14th Mar 2017
VMD backs NPA position on 10-year transition if zinc oxide banned
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.
14th Mar 2017
Farmers urged to get planning applications in early ahead of fee hikes
Farmers are being urged to get planning applications in early, ahead of a 20% increase in planning fees from this summer.