Scotland's pig sector is under severe and sustained pressure, with producers facing ongoing financial losses that are now driving rapid herd reduction and placing long-term production capacity at risk....
Scotland's pig sector is under severe and sustained pressure, with producers facing ongoing financial losses that are now driving rapid herd reduction and placing long-term production capacity at risk....
The future of many independent pig producers has been cast into doubt in recent months, as the leading pork processors have given notice on contracts to suppliers up and down the country
Visitors to the British Pig and Poultry Fair at the NEC Birmingham heard how, despite growing domestic demand and strong export opportunities, the UK pig sector was grappling with supply chain issues
NFU Scotland has called for immediate and coordinated action from Government, retailers and the supply chain