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A ‘No Deal’ scenario would have a negative impact on the UK pig sector, damaging in particular the industry’s ability to export pork to the EU, according to the NPA.

The Government has proposed to increase the maximum penalty for animal cruelty to five years’ imprisonment.

Lancashire farrow-to-finish producer David Goodier has been named an EU PiG Ambassadors in recognition of best practice on his farm.

A third case of African swine fever has been confirmed in China, as fears grow that the virus could spread widely among the world’s largest pig herd.

The key to reducing ammonia emissions and improving air quality on pig farms is to promote investment in newer, more efficient buildings, according to the NPA.

The NPA welcomes its newest allied industry member - Kingsgate Nutrition Ltd. 

The Chinese authorities are undertaking a major surveillance programme following the confirmation of two ASF cases in different parts of the country.

The German market is worth mentioning following three successive weeks of rises, which have seen the influential producer price rise from €1.39/kg to €1.55/kg. 

A second case of African swine fever (ASF) has been detected in China, prompting fears the virus could already be widespread across the country.

NPA senior policy advisor Georgina Crayford has explained why CO2 stunning currently represents the best option available for the pig sector.