Pork

Red meat retail performance – 22 March 2026

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 14:07:34 GMT

Red meat retail performance – 22 March 2026

AHDB and ADOPT field tested: Smart livestock health

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 13:55:09 GMT

Research is only useful if it works on farm. This roadshow of practical, on-farm events is designed to bridge the gap between research and real-world farming decisions.

Hosted by The South West Dairy Development Centre (SWDDC).

These events are delivered in collaboration with the ADOPT Support Hub and hosted on working farms through the UK ADOPT and AHDB Farm Excellence programmes.

Smart livestock health, welfare and precision nutrition

See innovation in action: Discover how farmers are turning research into practical solutions in smart livestock health, welfare and precision nutrition
Get inspired to try it yourself: Explore opportunities, support and funding to run your own farmer-led on-farm trials
See it in the field: Explore the trials and put your questions to the host farmer and research scientists
Grow your network: Connect with farmers, organisations and partners driving practical on-farm innovation at our Marketplace

Lunch will be provided.

This meeting is free to attend, but please register so we can organise catering.

BASIS and NRoSO points will be available for attending.

Please bring suitable footwear and clothing for a field walk.

Thom Washbourne

Senior Knowledge Exchange Manager, Dairy

AHDB and ADOPT field tested: Nature-friendly crop protection

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 13:55:09 GMT

Research is only useful if it works on farm. This roadshow of practical, on-farm events is designed to bridge the gap between research and real-world farming decisions.

Hosted by Tom and Debbie Reynolds at AHDB Cereals Kent Monitor Farm.

These events are delivered in collaboration with the ADOPT Support Hub and hosted on working farms through the UK ADOPT and AHDB Farm Excellence programmes.

Nature-friendly crop protection and integrating biodiversity

See innovation in action: discover how farmers are turning research into practical, nature-friendly crop protection, integrating biodiversity through diverse rotations, innovative Integrated Pest Management, nature-based solutions, and new ways to measure on-farm biodiversity
Get inspired to try it yourself: Explore opportunities, support and funding to run your own farmer-led on-farm trials
See it in the field: Explore the farm and put your questions to the host farmers
Grow your network: Connect with farmers, organisations and partners driving practical on-farm innovation at our Marketplace

Lunch will be provided.

This meeting is free to attend, but please register so we can organise catering.

BASIS and NRoSO points will be available for attending.

Please bring suitable footwear and clothing for a field walk.

David Hunter
Knowledge Exchange Manager - Cereals & Oilseeds

AHDB and ADOPT field tested: Climate resilient farming systems

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 13:55:09 GMT

Research is only useful if it works on farm. This roadshow of practical, on-farm events is designed to bridge the gap between research and real-world farming decisions.

Hosted by Tom Pearson at Manor Farm, Caxton.

These events are delivered in collaboration with the ADOPT Support Hub and hosted on working farms through the UK ADOPT and AHDB Farm Excellence programmes.

Climate resilient farming systems, land use and water

See innovation in action: discover how farmers are turning research into practical solutions - building climate-resilient systems through improved soil health, smart water management, diversified landscapes, and more efficient input use, reducing risk and costs while maintaining yields under changing weather conditions
Get inspired to try it yourself: Explore opportunities, support and funding to run your own farmer-led on-farm trials
See it in the field: Explore the trials and put your questions to the host farmer and research scientists
Grow your network: Connect with farmers, organisations and partners driving practical on-farm innovation at our Marketplace

Lunch will be provided.

This meeting is free to attend, but please register so we can organise catering.

BASIS and NRoSO points will be available for attending.

Please bring suitable footwear and clothing for a field walk.

Molly Bampton
Knowledge Exchange Manager - Cereals & Oilseeds

AHDB and ADOPT field tested: Strategic Cereal Farm Midlands

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 13:55:09 GMT

Research is only useful if it works on farm. This roadshow of practical, on-farm events is designed to bridge the gap between research and real-world farming decisions.

Hosted by Will Oliver at AHDB Strategic Cereal Farm Midlands.

These events are delivered in collaboration with the ADOPT Support Hub and hosted on working farms through the UK ADOPT and AHDB Farm Excellence programmes.

Circular farming, making better use of waste & home-grown inputs

See innovation in action: Discover how farmers are turning research into practical solutions, from circular farming approaches to smarter use of waste and home-grown inputs
Get inspired to try it yourself: Explore opportunities, support and funding to run your own farmer-led on-farm trials
See it in the field: Explore the trials and put your questions to the host farmer and research scientists
Grow your network: Connect with farmers, organisations and partners driving practical on-farm innovation at our Marketplace

Strategic Cereal Farm Midlands trials:

Optimising organic inputs (poultry manure)
Balancing crop nutrition, crop protection and technology
Maize residue management through the rotation

Lunch is provided. The event is free, but please register so we can plan catering.

BASIS and NRoSO points available.

Please wear suitable clothing and footwear for field conditions.

Dr Ellie Dearlove
Knowledge Transfer Manager – Cereals & Oilseed

AHDB and ADOPT field tested: Strategic Cereal Farm North

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 13:55:09 GMT

Research is only useful if it works on farm. This roadshow of practical, on-farm events is designed to bridge the gap between research and real-world farming decisions.

Hosted by David Blacker at AHDB Strategic Cereal Farm North.

These events are delivered in collaboration with the ADOPT Support Hub and hosted on working farms through the UK ADOPT and AHDB Farm Excellence programmes.

Healthy soils, nutrients and crop productivity

See innovation in action: Discover how farmers are turning research into practical solutions for healthy soils, nutrients and crop productivity
Get inspired to try it yourself: Explore opportunities, support and funding to run your own farmer-led on-farm trials
See it in the field: Explore the trials and put your questions to the host farmer and research scientists
Grow your network: Connect with farmers, organisations and partners driving practical on-farm innovation at our Marketplace

Strategic Cereal Farm North Trials:

Micronutrient management and crop health
Earthworms, living mulches and soil organic matter
Field drainage

Lunch is provided. The event is free, but please register so we can plan catering.

BASIS and NRoSO points available.

Please wear suitable clothing and footwear for field conditions.

Dr Ellie Dearlove
Knowledge Transfer Manager – Cereals & Oilseed

Meet us at the British Pig & Poultry Fair

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 08:00:14 GMT

Meet us at the British Pig & Poultry Fair

Steady demand amid limited production growth in the US: Pork market update

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 15:53:53 GMT

Steady demand amid limited production growth in the US: Pork market update

Collective action on African swine fever

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 14:11:05 GMT

Collective action on African swine fever

EU pig prices show renewed growth and 2025 market in review: Pork market update

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 16:39:15 GMT

EU pig prices show renewed growth and 2025 market in review: Pork market update

Economic analysis of the conversion from CO2 to an alternative system as a primary method of killing pigs within a commercial UK-based pig processing facility

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 12:10:40 GMT

Economic analysis of the conversion from CO2 to an alternative system as a primary method of killing pigs within a commercial UK-based pig processing facility

New evidence-led analysis on CO₂ stunning in the UK pig processing sector

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 11:58:08 GMT

New evidence-led analysis on CO₂ stunning in the UK pig processing sector

GB pig prices continue the downward trend

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 12:02:47 GMT

GB pig prices continue the downward trend

What really drives meat purchases?

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 15:09:02 GMT

What really drives meat purchases?

Red meat retail performance – 22 February 2026

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 10:31:14 GMT

Red meat retail performance – 22 February 2026

Meat shopper journey: The purchase journey in summary

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 00:23:00 GMT

Meat shopper journey: The purchase journey in summary

Meat shopper journey: Meat - the say-do gap

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 00:21:00 GMT

Meat shopper journey: Meat - the say-do gap

Pork market update: Brazilian exports expand despite weaker Chinese demand

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 11:29:51 GMT

Pork market update: Brazilian exports expand despite weaker Chinese demand

Pork market update: UK imports eased in 2025 despite external influences

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 11:15:53 GMT

Pork market update: UK imports eased in 2025 despite external influences

British Pig & Poultry Fair

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 09:40:17 GMT

This year’s British Pig & Poultry Fair promises to be a landmark event for the UK pig industry, and we will be at the heart of it.

As the primary industry body that supports farmers and processors, we’ll be showcasing our latest research, insights and practical solutions that will improve productivity, sustainability and animal health across the pork sector.

Expect to see our innovative approaches to biosecurity, disease control and herd management, alongside market trends and best practice.

We’ll also be sharing our work on emerging challenges – including African swine fever, feed efficiency and environmental stewardship – demonstrating how evidence-based strategies help protect both farm profitability and animal welfare.

Our stand will be a hub for networking and knowledge sharing.

Come along and speak with experts, access free resources and take part in live demonstrations.

Day 1 highlight

The show gets under way at 9:00am on day one with a morning address on our stand from Mark Haighton, AHDB Pork Sector Director.

Mark will set the scene for the event, outline the key issues facing our industry and talk about AHDB’s priorities that are supporting the pig sector.

And to make sure everyone starts the day well, Ladies in Pigs will be providing bacon sandwiches.

Pig Forum Theatre

We're proud to support the Pig Forum Theatre at the fair, which will host a strong programme of focused, practical sessions across both days of the show.

Sessions will tackle some of the biggest topics facing pig producers, including:

10:00am – Unlocking value: The global appetite for every part of the pig
11:50am – Protecting pigs, protecting livelihoods: Industry approaches to African swine fever prevention and preparedness
1:40pm – Beyond the Sunday roast: The recipes transforming perceptions of pork
2:20pm – Three practical steps for protecting your farm from African swine fever

These sessions are evidence‑led, practical and consistently popular.

Find out more about the 2026 Pig Forum Theatre programme