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Conference for forward-thinking pig industry
Innovative designers and expert speakers unite for event

Pig buildings of the future and enhancing breeding performance will be the focus at the upcoming BPEX Innovation Conference.

Held on June 18 at Stoneleigh Park, Warwickshire, the event will feature the latest research findings, technologies and management techniques.

Guest speakers include technical experts and pig producers not just from the UK, but from Denmark and the Netherlands too.

A range of building and material experts will also be designing the "ultimate pig building", based on the latest developments from around the world, to find an optimum environment for pig health and performance.

This is the first time the event has used a conference format and among its delegates will be forward-thinking business owners, farm managers and vets.

Andrew Knowles, head of knowledge transfer at BPEX, said: "In the Breed+3 session of the conference, we will be drawing together the latest innovations in breeding herd management to help producers wean more piglets per sow. We know it is both possible and necessary to increase breeding herd productivity.”

Click here to find out more about the event and to register. Otherwise, email Clancy Smith at BPEX.

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Defra shares new Sanitary and Phytosanitary guidance

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 Defra has published guidance for the vet sector ahead of a proposed UK-EU Sanitary and Phytosanitary agreement.

The agreement, which will change the movement and trade of animals and related products, could see reductions in checks, paperwork and certification. As well as describing regulatory developments, the advice highlights the importance of animal ID, registration and traceability in disease control and other compliance arrangements.

The guidance can be found here. More detail is expected as negotiations progress. 

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Lords Committee opens Pet Parasite Medication inquiry

The House of Lords Environment and Climate Change Committee will launch its inquiry into Pet Parasite Medication (PPM) on Wednesday (3 June).

Focusing on treatments containing fipronil and imidacloprid, the inquiry will seek to understand distribution pathways and the impacts of PPM use and non-use on biodiversity and human health. It will also cover current regulation, monitoring, and the potential implications for pets and their owners.

The committee will hear evidence from environmental non-governmental organisations and research institutes. The public can follow the proceedings live on Parliament TV or in person in the Palace of Westminster.