West Australia - Surge in pork demand comes just in time for an industry in trouble
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24-Mar-2009 (17 years 2 months 20 days ago)Rising demand for locally grown meat and falling grains prices has led to a turnaround in the fortunes of WA pig farmers.
About 18 months ago, producers across Australia were preparing to cut their breeding herds as total farm losses of up to $5 million were recorded each week.
About 18 months ago, producers across Australia were preparing to cut their breeding herds as total farm losses of up to $5 million were recorded each week.