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Scottish pig sector is fighting for its future

NFU Scotland has called for immediate and coordinated action from Government, retailers and the supply chain

Alex Black
Deputy Editor
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Scottish pig sector is fighting for its future

Scotland's pig sector is under severe and sustained pressure, with producers facing ongoing financial losses that are now driving rapid herd reduction and placing long-term production capacity at risk....

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