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The UK's Premier Agricultural Machinery and Technology Show

20–21 January 2027, NEC, Birmingham

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'Too many pigs, not enough slaughter and processing capacity' – British pig sector under pressure

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

Angela Calvert
Head of Livestock, Shows and Sales
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The panel highlighted stronger export opportunities, especially to the US and China, where British pork is valued for its quality and traceability.
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The panel highlighted stronger export opportunities, especially to the US and China, where British pork is valued for its quality and traceability.

The pig sector is facing a challenging period but there was still some optimism for the future, according to speakers in the Pig Outlook session at the Pig and Poultry Fair in Birmingham. Increasing...

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