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Pig farm incomes in England are estimated to have plummeted over the past 12 months, on the back of falling prices, rising costs and general COVID disruption.

The ‘Put British Pork on Your Fork’ banner pictures have started coming in – and we want everyone who has received a banner to send  or post a picture.

BSAS is bringing together experts from around the world for a webinar on Wednesday to discuss ways to improve the management of hyperprolific sows. 

Defra is looking for more pig producers to access Government funding through the Sustainable Farming Incentive pilot scheme.

A summary of some of the topics discussed at the new Pig Industry Group's first meeting. 

The SPP continues its encouraging upward movement, gaining another 1.18p in the week ending April 3 to average 141.74p/kg.

The Financial Times has highlighted the pig sector's request to Defra for a COVID suppport package. 

ADAS is looking for farmers to take part in a research project that will inform future Government schemes to promote good welfare on pig farms.  
 

The Trade and Agriculture Commission (TAC) has this month published its final report.

The NPA has submitted a request to Defra for a £3.2 million COVID support package to recognise the impact of overweight pigs on producers’ finances.