News and InformationThe latest news and information about Assured British Pigs and the pig meat industry in the UK.
Useful Linkswww.mlc.org.uk - Meat and Livestock Commission
www.bpex.org.uk - British Pig Executive www.npa-uk.org.uk - National Pig Association www.redtractor.org.uk - Assured Food Standards www.pigvetsoc.org.uk - Pigs Veterinary Society www.ruma.org.uk - Responsible Use of Medicines in Agricultural Alliance
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ABP NewsFeed Hygiene Regulations - Farmers Update
The Regulations apply from 1st January 2008 to most farms and businesses that produce or use animal feed. This includes all livestock farms that produce food products for human consumption, as well as arable/produce farms that grow/sell crops for use in animal feed. It is suggested that any producer submitting this form should keep a copy for their own records. 29/11/2007 Farm Animal Welfare Council - Report on the Welfare of Pigs kept Outdoors (Oudoor Units only) ((PB 2608)
Download a copy of the FAWC report which makes recommendations to Agriculture Ministers about the welfare of pigs kept outdoors. It considers all aspects of the pigs' welfare, paying particular attention to stockmanship, good management, site selection and the right choice of stock. The Council suggests changes to the 'Code of recommendations for the welfare of livestock:pigs' and calls for research on specific items. 15/11/2007 Training and Competence Certification
Foot and Mouth Disease Measures: easing of implementation following FMD 10/10/2007 |
