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NPA calls on supply chain to back under-pressure independent pig farmers

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

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News and business reporter
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NPA calls on supply chain to back under-pressure independent pig farmers

The UK's leading retailers, processors and foodservice sector has been called on by the National Pig Association (NPA) to provide long-term commitments to the UK's under-pressure independent pig sector....

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