News
16th Apr 2020
US pork industry calls for Government support to avert COVID-19 'financial disaster'
US pig producers are calling for a $1billion Government pork purchase scheme as the industry faces 'financial disaster' due to the impact of COVID-19.
15th Apr 2020
Global pork production forecast revised downwards as China's ASF recovery stalls
The USDA's forecast for global pork production has been revised downwards as China takes longer to recover from African swine fever (ASF) than had been expected.
14th Apr 2020
US 'perilously close to the edge' of meat shortages after Smithfield plant closure
Smithfield Foods, the world’s biggest pork processor, is temporarily shutting one of its main plants due to coronavirus.
14th Apr 2020
Batters urges Government to back British farming during coronavirus crisis
NFU president Minette Batters, on behalf of leading UK farming organisations, including NPA, has urged the Government to back British farmers during the Coronavirus crisis.
13th Apr 2020
Full processing week pre-Easter, despite factory breakdowns - TVC
Factory breakdowns, rather than staff shortages, were the cause of lost processing time last week, according to Thames Valley Cambac.
12th Apr 2020
Farmers urged to take all necessary precautions, after sad death of farmer due to COVID-19
BQP fieldsman Mark Jagger has urged producers to ensure they do all they can to protect themselves, staff and family, after the sad death of a farmer due to COVID-19.
10th Apr 2020
COVID-19 and the pig industry - we need your feedback!
The NPA is continuing to work with Government and other industry bodies to support members during the coronavirus crisis.
10th Apr 2020
Government seeking views on extending relaxation of drivers' hours rules
The Government is seeking views on whether to extend the temporary relaxation of EU and GB drivers’ hours rules for the haulage industry.
9th Apr 2020
Red Tractor issues new guidance on remote quarterly vet visits
Red Tractor has issued new guidance on how remote quarterly veterinary inspections will work during the coronavirus crisis.
9th Apr 2020
Pigmeat sales soar as data highlights impact of coronavirus
Total pigmeat sales were up 18.4% by volume and 25.5% in value in the four weeks to March 22, as UK food buying habits were transformed by coronavirus.