Great to see my interview with Rachael Brown in this week's Farmers Guardian where we discussed the future direction of AHDB and its pivotal role in the industry.

Better communication, delivering tangible value, and tackling industry challenges head-on are all paramount…

🚜Defra UK has shared stats on the uptake of environmental schemes across England, with Countryside Stewardship and SFI 2023 leading the way.

Jack Watts and Sarah Baker have compiled 1️⃣0️⃣ facts you need to know on the update.

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Have you uploaded your Q1 antibiotic data to the electronic medicine book (eMB)❓ The deadline to submit your figures is 12 May 2024.📅

Don’t risk a non-conformance, enter your data asap! ow.ly/kHbk50Q25k9

Brilliant day yesterday and thank you to Todd and the team at North Farm livestock hosting a visit from the Aberystwyth Agriculture students learning about outdoor pig production. AHDB AHDB Pork NPA Aberystwyth University

🔔The deadline for submitting your antibiotic usage data from Q1 of 2024 via the electronic medicine book (eMB) is 12 May 2024.📆

Don't risk a non-compliance at your next assessment, enter your antibiotic usage data asap.✔️ow.ly/6qAi50Rp19F

🚨Swine dysentery is a serious threat to your pigs’ health and welfare. #Biosecurity is key to prevent and control this disease. Watch out for clinical signs and report them immediately.

Get notified of outbreaks with the Significant Diseases Charter: ow.ly/9XBn50Rfg2U

The deadline has been extended for the survey until Wednesday. If you've got 5 mins spare, we'd really appreciate your time and views.🙏

We've curated resources for pig producers managing the transition to life after zinc.

🎧 Podcast: Removing zinc oxide from pig diets – what are the options?
💻Webinar: Managing without zinc oxide
🐷Nutrition guidance
⏯️Informative videos
➕Much more!

🔗 ow.ly/kYNy50RjfvJ

🔔Reminder🔔Fill out the survey linked below to help us understand food safety perceptions in the industry. Your input will give valuable insight into current practices and any barriers and solutions.

Complete the survey here. Deadline is Monday 22 April👉ow.ly/uZyh50RgSRv

It is still possible to submit pollution inventory returns despite the reporting window closing at the end of Feb. 📋

If you have not yet submitted yours for 2023, we encourage you to submit your emissions figures ASAP.

Guidance can be found here👉 ow.ly/tFXN50RjeKE

The Animal Health and Welfare Equipment and Technology Grant closes midday on 1 May.

Grants are available to farmers or contractors in the following sectors:
🐑 Sheep
🐖 Pigs
🐔 Poultry
🐄 Cattle

Read our Farming Blog to find out more ⬇️
defrafarming.blog.gov.uk/2024/03/20/ani…

It’s been an unpredictable & stressful time for farmers across the country, and it's important to know who to turn to if you, or someone you know, is struggling with their mental health 🧠.

We have shared a number of wonderful charities & resources👉: ow.ly/47VC50RcnbU

There were some great sessions at last week's BSAS Conference on #ASF , managing weaning post zinc, and ammonia emissions.

Thanks to everyone who gave our resources for levy payers a shoutout at the conference. You can order yours here 👉 ow.ly/WfN150RimWt

📢Pig producer views wanted! We want to hear from you to help us understand food safety perceptions in the industry. Your insights are crucial to understanding current practices and any barriers and solutions.

Complete the survey here 👉 ow.ly/uZyh50RgSRv

🚨Swine dysentery is a serious threat to your pigs. Report any clinical signs to your vet as soon as possible. Join the Significant Diseases Charter to get outbreak alerts and protect your pigs and your business.

Sign up now: ow.ly/wf0E50RffR5

#swinedysentery #biosecurity

🚨Vet attestation implementation period runs out today. 🚨

Watch our recent webinar to find out everything you need to know.👉 ow.ly/p5bO50QXMuJ ow.ly/p5bO50QXMuJ

AHDB is pleased to welcome Richard Hampton as its International Trade Development Director. His experience will continue to strengthen partnerships with industry and government and optimise global growth opportunities on behalf of levy payers.🌍

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🚨Vet Attestations have been required since 13th December and the implementation period runs out on Friday 12th April.

Find out more on what you have to do 👉ow.ly/NeHy50RcHI5

Last night AHDB's David Eudall appeared on BBC The One Show to provide valuable insight into the devastating impact of the recent wet weather on farming and food production. 🌧️🛒

Watch it here 👉ow.ly/AjRh50Rc0HW

Hear about water regulation guidelines and cab cards for outdoor pig producers in this podcast with Environment Agency.🐷

Find out what cab cards are, why they matter, and how to get them. Plus, get tips on avoiding pollution and following water rules.

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