With the introduction of a new code of conduct, British farmers insist on greater transparency in the pig supply chain.

This happens after several disappointing months, during which the pork prices in Great Britain did not correspond at all to the processes taking place in the world market. Farmers expressed concern about low prices at a time when markets were reviving amid rising demand from China, which is fighting African swine fever (ASF).

Currently, the country's pig industry is seeking to discuss the introduction of a new code of conduct directly with the UK Department of the Environment, Food and Agriculture (Defra).

Zoe Davis, executive director of the National Association of Pigs (NPA), said that there are many "evil producers" who want to understand what is happening. “At present, transparency is very small and it is impossible to give such answers,” said Davis.

The NPA Executive Director also said that prices have finally begun to move in the right direction, but very slowly.

“The events of the past two months have once again emphasized the lack of transparency in the pork supply chain. Therefore, we strive to work with Defra to see how we can increase the transparency of our pricing systems and develop a code of conduct for the pork sector, ”concluded Zoe Davis.