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Defra is seeking views on AHDB as part of a review that will consider the levy body’s role after we leave the EU.

Movement of products, rather than pigs, is likely to be responsible for the spread of African swine fever in China, according to the UN FAO. 

The major UK retailers are stocking a higher proportion of British bacon and ham than a year ago, although the percentage of fresh pork is down slightly.

The Brexit ‘No Deal’ papers have done little to quell the uncertainty pig farmers are experiencing about our future, Richard Lister has told the BBC.

The NPA's Ed Barker takes a look at the implications of the 'No Deal' technical papers published by the Government yesterday. 

The NPA's Georgina Crayford is looking for volunteers to take part on workshops in schools promoting careers in the food and grocery industry.

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.

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.