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The NPA's efforts in going 'above and beyond' to help members were duly recognised at the National Pig Awards on Wednesday night.

The NPA has largely rejected Defra proposals to bring bovine TB (bTB) regulations for pigs and other non-bovines into line with those in place for cattle.

The UK pig price is continuing to rise but falling EU prices could soon put a brake on the upward trend.

The Canadian pig sector is eyeing up the EU market as a potential opportunity for growth, as agreement on the EU-Canada Free Trade Agreement (CETA) draws nearer.

AHDB Pork chair Meryl Ward has called for all partners in the supply chain to forge better working relationships to ensure a fairer distribution of profits.

We have obtained some important information for farmers and abattoirs in light of the growing attention the industry is receiving from activists.

Following the sensational headlines about the recent discovery of LA-MRSA in supermarket pork, Pig World has taken an in-depth look at the issue.  

NPA members are being encouraged to make their views known on proposed changes to the Red Tractor Pork standards, due to come into force next year.

Zoe Davies has praised one retailer for its commitment to British pork and product development, contrasting it with the differing approach of another. 

Andrea Leadsom has sought to reassure pig farmers their concerns will be fully taken on board as the UK carves out a new future outside the EU.