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Leading farming charity, RABI, has announced the immediate availability of additional support to those affected by the current pig industry crisis. 

A summary for members of what we know so far about the Government's pig industry support package. 

While the NPA has welcomed the Government’s support package for the pig industry, the situation on many farms remains at critical point. 

The Government has announced a package of measures to support the pig industry, including private storage aid and new temporary butchers visas. 

Ministers have confirmed one-month levy holidays for pig producers in England and Scotland during November. 

The NPA has issued a statement in response to reports that the Government is about to make an announcement on the provision of temporary visas. 

Red Tractor has confirmed will not take action against farms that are failing to comply with scheme standards due to factors currently out of their control. 

There has been a positive change within Government in terms of its response to the pig industry crisis, according to NPA chief executive Zoe Davies.

An important update on the current situation within the industry and the NPA's lobbying efforts has been posted in the Members' Area.