News
4th Mar 2024
Big decline recorded in England's pig herd, as breeding herd shows no sign of growth
England's overall pig herd declined by 10% last year, Defra’s December census for England shows.
29th Feb 2024
Red Tractor earns data governance certification
Red Tractor's has gained Farm Data Principles Certificate of Registration, verifying that it operates to the highest standards of data security.
28th Feb 2024
2024 animal health and welfare grant scheme to open soon
Applications for the next round of animal health and welfare grants in England are expected to open soon.
27th Feb 2024
Forum latest - supporting vet students; respiratory diseases survey
There are two new posts on the forum.
26th Feb 2024
NPA election 2024 - New-look Pig Industry Group elected
NPA members have elected a new Pig Industry Group (PIG), featuring a blend of experience and new faces.
22nd Feb 2024
19th Feb 2024
NPA seeks clarity from Defra Secretary over Port of Dover budget cuts
The NPA's chairman has written to the Defra Secretary to seek clarity on the Government’s plans to slash funding at the Port of Dover.
19th Feb 2024
Press release: NPA election manifesto calls for fairness in the supply chain and protection of our borders
The NPA has called on the main political parties deliver fairness in the supply chain and protect our borders from diseases in its pre-election manifesto.
16th Feb 2024
RCVS urges farmers to offer student work placements
RCVS, the regulatory body for UK veterinary surgeons, is looking for farmers take on veterinary students to help them become qualified vets.
14th Feb 2024
Members' Area latest - EPP Congress opportunity/zinc oxide survey
There are two new posts in the Members' Area.