218: Pork: Principles of pig production, abattoir closures and market news

This week’s guests Emily Boyce, Knowledge Exchange Manager Lauren Dimmack, Animal Health & Welfare Scientist Charlie Reeve, Market Analyst Principles of pig production Our principles of pig production webinar series is aimed at anyone looking to upskill or refresh their knowledge on pig production, both small-scale producers and stockpeople alike. Register for the next webinar on 24 November AHDB event archive: https://ahdb.org.uk/pork-events-archive  Threat of abattoir closures Have you got a contingency plan? Think about your options for alternative/temporary accommodation now and speak to your key suppliers e.g. feed and bedding. If concerned, speak to your vet and, if you need to, speak to your assurance scheme as early as possible. Download our contingency planning guide   EU production revival as ASF concerns grow An overview of the latest developments for pig meat markets both globally and in the domestic market. Contact our analysts: [email protected] Pork market analysis: https://ahdb.org.uk/pork/market-analysis   Feedback survey We'd love to know what you think of our podcasts. If you’d like to give your feedback, please complete our short questionnaire, which will help us to improve the podcast on an ongoing basis.