Struggling pig farmers say £2m support package 'not enough'

Struggling pig farmers say £2m support package 'not enough'

Scottish pig farmers are expressing concern that the £2 million support package announced by the Scottish government falls short of what's needed to prevent them from continuing to lose about £1 million a month. While the funding is welcomed as a step in the right direction, farmers argue it's insufficient to address the ongoing financial strain they're facing. This situation underscores the broader challenges in the agricultural sector, highlighting the need for more substantial support to ensure the viability of small-scale farming operations.

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