Pigs News

The use of a gene-editing technology that makes pigs resistant to Porcine Reproductive and Respiratory Syndrome (PRRS) has been approved in the US for its food supply chain.

The Red Tractor’s Pigs Sector Board is seeking views on proposals to introduce tiered welfare standards and labelling for UK pig meat. The proposed approach is set to reduce audit cost, complexity for producers and simplify consumer choice.   

A case of human flu in a pig has been confirmed in Northern Ireland. 

Cranswick has said it is disappointed at the local council’s decision to block proposals to redevelop an existing pig farm and redundant poultry sheds.

The National Pig Association has urged pig producers to make every effort to prevent an outbreak of African swine fever (ASF) and to ensure they are prepared in case the virus does hit their own unit or one close by.

Defra’s latest Farm Business Income report predicts which sectors will see a rise or fall in income over 2024/25.

UK pork production is set to remain steady in 2025, with opportunities in the foodservice sector and evolving consumer demand, AHDB reports.

NFU Scotland has condemned the ‘illegal release’ of feral pigs in the Cairngorms, raising concerns over ASF and foot and mouth.

Three UK pig marketing groups have just announced a merger with the intent to give independent farmers more clout in the marketplace.

The pig industry leaders have warned that important grant funding opportunities for livestock farmers might be under threat following the news that Defra will be “simplifying and rationalising” governmental support. 

Across 10 retailers surveyed in November, 88% of the pork on display was British.

More than six tonnes of illegal meat were seized at Dover Port during a 14-hour period at the beginning of December.