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Almost a million pounds of pork, or nearly 3.2 million servings, were donated by US pig farmers during 2018, according to data compiled by the National Pork Board and the National Pork Producers Council.…

The NFU has called on the Government to provide clarity over the rules governing BPS 2020, due to confusion and uncertainty among farmers over how the Brexit delay will impact government plans to alter the system.…

Barclays is making farmer mental health and well-being a business priority by providing specialist training to its agricultural managers.

The new report examines the Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affair’s (Defra’s) approach to developing the Future Farming and Countryside Programme.

Zoetis’ African Livestock Productivity and Health Advancement (ALPHA) initiative is increasing access to animal health education and infrastructure in its second year.

The US Department of Agriculture (USDA) today released initial details for a trade assistance package to support family farmers and ranchers struggling with oversupply and low prices due to international trade conflicts.…

The British Meat Processors Association (BMPA) discusses its 2019 conference which will focus on the impacts of Brexit on the UK livestock sector.

All you need to know about Spain's growing pork industry and issues affecting Spanish producers in a volatile global market.

Mental health support for rural areas will become ever more important as the farming industry comes up against some of its greatest challenges, NFU Vice President Stuart Roberts said on 15 May. Speaki…

New book from veterinarian Madeleine Campbell explores the moral and scientific foundation of societal views about animal ethics.

In April 2019, agricultural producer sentiment plunged as the Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer declined 18 points to a reading of 115, down from 133 in March.

US lean hog futures plunged by the daily trading limit on Monday (6 May) amid worries about the spread of African swine fever and fears that President Trump will follow through with threats to impose additional tariffs on China.…

Engaging your people and getting them back on track is crucial following a disease outbreak.

Manitoba Pork participated in the international African swine fever (ASF) Forum hosted by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) in Ottawa this week.

The National Pork Board is accepting applications up to 22 May for the Agricultural Marketing Fellowship.

China's suspension of two Canadian pork exporters' permits was due to a labelling problem, Canada's agriculture minister said, adding that she was hopeful of it being resolved.

The National Pig Association (NPA) encourages producers to take on a willing and able pair of hands in the form of veterinary student placements.

Activists have condemned the slaughter of pigs raised at a primary school in Yorkshire, England, but could this be a vital opportunity to teach children where their food comes from?

For every dollar American consumers spend on food, US farmers and ranchers earn just 14.6 cents, according to a report recently released by USDA Economic Research Service (ERS).

Research scientist and pig farmer Dr Michaela Giles continues her series of insights for smaller herds with tips for protecting yourself and farm visitors from zoonotic pathogens.