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NFU26: Poultry – horizon scanning for strategic advantage
7+ hour, 38+ min ago (1321+ words) First published25 February 2026 The poultry breakout session at NFU Conference 2026 invited a panel of sector experts to talk about resilience in their area of the poultry supply chain. The wide-ranging discussion covered avian influenza, the AI vaccine trial that is due…...
NFU raises concerns amid further tariff-free access for Ukrainian poultry imports
1+ mon, 4+ day ago (550+ words) The government's decision to further suspend tariffs on poultry meat and egg imports from Ukraine for another two years is cause for extreme concern the NFU has said, citing the need to maintain a level playing field for British producers....
Organic pig and poultry feed rules set to change from 1 January 2026
3+ mon, 1+ day ago (567+ words) Defra have amended and extended a derogation for organic poultry and pigs, which currently allows up to 5% non-organic protein in feed. Though the NFU welcome the extension of the derogations, we have urged the government to keep it under close…...
How to enter the Zoetis-NFU Poultry Trainee Award 2025
5+ mon, 3+ week ago (750+ words) Looking to progress your career? Fancy a chance to win a "1,000 training grant "and be involved in the poultry sector's flagship conference and banquet? Then enterthe 2025 Zoetis-NFU Poultry Trainee Award, says Roger Ranson. The NFU/Zoetis award offers a "1,000 training…...
Red Tractor recruits for new Poultry Chair
7+ mon, 2+ week ago (208+ words) Red Tractor is looking for a new Poultry Sector Chair. Learn about the role and how to apply. Red Tractor is currently recruiting for a new Chair for its Poultry Sector Board. The Sector Chair is appointed as a Director…...
Biosecurity on farm – getting started
9+ mon, 2+ week ago (594+ words) Having an up to date biosecurity plan in place is key to preventing the spread of diseases on farms. Nominate a biosecurity champion, ensure you keep a log of visitors and keep an up to date risk register. Each farm's…...
Biosecurity on farm – using medicines and vaccinations
9+ mon, 2+ week ago (434+ words) Veterinary medicines are an important tool in your disease prevention toolbox. Ensure that medicines are properly stored and recorded, and use vaccines appropriately. You could also get a government funded vet visit, including a biosecurity and medicine audit. Using medicines…...
Biosecurity on farm – people and hygiene
9+ mon, 2+ week ago (485+ words) People can both bring disease onto your farm and be vulnerable to infection by zoonotic diseases present. You, your family and your staff depend on your biosecurity planning to keep as safe as possible. People can both bring disease onto…...
NFU seeks poultry producer feedback on catching and handling consultation
11+ mon, 1+ day ago (272+ words) The NFU is seeking feedback from its members to help formulate its response to the government's consultation on poultry catching and handling regulations. The government is seeking views on its proposals to provide clarity on permitted methods for the manual…...
Poultry producers hear cutting-edge research at NFU annual Poultry Research Seminar
11+ mon, 1+ week ago (1710+ words) This year's NFU Poultry Research Seminar explored three themes: Emerging topics in within poultry research, advances in poultry health and welfare and the future of poultry feed and nutrition. In March poultry producers, academics, and stakeholders from across the poultry…...