Check out these useful links
Berkshire Pig Breeders Club
Founded in 1983, the Berkshire Pig Breeders Club's aim is to promote the Berkshire breed, further communication between breeders and encourage the keeping of pedigree Berkshire pigs.
British Pig Association
Founded in 1884, the British Pig Association is the official breed society and aims to maintain the integrity and develop the potential of Britain's unique genetic heritage of pedigree pig breeding stock. This is for the benefit of the association's members through the management of the independent national pedigree database and the promotion of pedigree pigs to domestic and international markets.
These days, 75% of our meat is bought from supermarkets. Consequently, butcher shops are closing across the UK - there are now less than 8000 local butchers around the country. And it’s not just the shops we are losing, the knowledge and skills of butchers is disappearing too.
If you want to stop butchers from becoming extinct then find a proper butcher near you and use them. If your local butcher isn't listed on one of these sites below please try local directories or trade associations.
Maybe you'd like to save butchers by becoming one! If you'd like information about training to become a butcher contact the Meat Training Council on 01908 231 062. Visit theirwebsite.
British Pig Executive (BPEX)
BPEX determines the Meat and Livestock Commission’s strategy for the British pig industry and ensures that pig levy payers’ money is efficiently deployed in line with that strategy. BPEX have part funded a new website to help small-scale producers, farm shops and butchers selling top quality pork to promote their businesses and get closer to the consumer.
Department for Environment Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA)
DEFRA is the government department that looks after all aspects of environment, food and rural affairs. One of DEFRA’s core aims is sustainable development, and plenty of useful information for both new and existing pig keepers can be found on their website.
National Pig Association
Fighting for the growth and prosperity of the British pig industry, the National Pig Association is active in Brussels and Whitehall, and with processors, supermarkets and caterers.
Rare Breeds Survival Trust
Founded in 1973, RBST is a registered charity funded entirely on membership subscriptions, donations and legacies. Conserving rare breeds is an essential part of greener farming systems - helping the environment and improving the quality of the food we eat.
Staffordshire Smallholders Association
The Staffordshire Smallholders Association aims to improve the knowledge and skills of all those interested in the small farming way of life.
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