Chris McCullough

Romanian pork consumption still lower than EU average

The Romanian pig industry was hit hard when Russia introduced the trading embargo against food imports from Europe.

November 8, 2017

Romanians cite pork meat as one of their "five a day" most important foods, but although the meat is popular, the actual consumption statistics tell a somewhat different story.

Brexit

Northern Ireland’s feed industry may benefit from Brexit

If Brexit closes the border between Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland, the feed industry could suffer and benefit

February 8, 2017

Chris McCullough

Brexit poses a mixed bag of opportunities and challenges for Northern Ireland's animal feed manufacturers

5 new smart farming pig products from EuroTier

Smart farming was the buzzword at EuroTier 2016, and farmers were keen to learn about the new products designed to help them run their businesses more efficiently.

December 5, 2016

Chris McCullough

The pig halls were filled to the brim with innovation and new ideas, some of which even won the coveted gold or silver medals awarded by the show.