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Iran war: Pig farmers could face 'cliff edge' if CO2 is restricted

NPA said at a time when inputs are rising and the price of pork is dropping, additional pressure on the supply chain could leave pig producers facing an uncertain future

Chris Brayford
clock 鈥� 3 min read
NPA chief executive Lizzie Wilson said the UK's meat processing sector must be prioritised if CO2 is restricted as a result of conflict in the Middle East.
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NPA chief executive Lizzie Wilson said the UK's meat processing sector must be prioritised if CO2 is restricted as a result of conflict in the Middle East.

The pig sector could face significant challenges if war in the Middle East leads to shortages of carbon dioxide (CO2). When responding to questions that the Government is preparing a 'worse case scenario'...

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