Pig/Poultry
UK bans ‘personal imports of pork’ to stop African swine fever
The UK’s Department for Environment Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) has announced that immediate measures have been introduced to “protect...
Pig Farmers
Agri-Business
NPA urges awareness of PRRSV risk when importing pigs
The National Pig Association (NPA) is urging those importing live pigs or semen to only source from herds negative for...
Pig/Poultry
Tesco announces £10m support for UK pig industry
Tesco has today (Monday, May 16) announced funding of £10 million for its UK pig farmers, as the pork industry...
Pig/Poultry
Confidential helpline set up to support pig industry
A confidential, 24-hour helpline has been set up by the Royal Agricultural Benevolent Institution (RABI) to support workers affected by...
EU
What other EU governments are doing to help their farmers
Fed-up Irish dairy, grain and pig farmers took to the streets of Dublin recently to protest about the low prices...
Pig/Poultry
Pig farmer jailed for 18 months on animal welfare grounds
Cork pig farmer Rory O’Brien was sentenced to 18 months in prison yesterday (Thursday) on animal welfare grounds. The farmer...
Pig/Poultry
Pig farmer found guilty of animal cruelty faces fines of €100,000 and jail
Cork pig farmer Rory O’Brien is facing fines of up to €100,000 and a possible jail sentence after being found...
Pig/Poultry
Is carcase cooling a disposal technology option for the pig sector?
Chilling fallen stock on pig units could lead to improved management, reduced disease risk and potential cost savings in the...
Pig/Poultry
Pig farmers spent €27m to comply with EU regulations which didn't increase productivity
Irish pig farmers spent €27.7m to comply with loose dry sow housing regulations, but the investment has not generated increased...
