Lanarkshire independent butchers back pig producers during 'Porktober' initiative

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Scotland's beleaguered pig producers are being given a boost by Lanarkshire's independent butchers in a brand new Porktober initiative.

Throughout this month, Scottish Craft Butchers (SCB) in the area will be promoting the nutritional and economic value of pork in a "buy Scottish" drive in support of local producers.The inability to move animals from farm to processing during COVID, and the influx of foreign imports, has left many of Scotland's 60-plus professional producers struggling.The Lanarkshire Live app is available to download now.

Get all the news from your area – as well as features, entertainment, sport and the latest on Lanarkshire’s recovery from the coronavirus pandemic – straight to your fingertips, 24/7.The free download features the latest breaking news and exclusive stories, and allows you to customise your page to the sections that matter most to you.Head to the App Store and never miss a beat in Lanarkshire - iOS - Android With local independent butchers being a key outlet for home-produced pork, SCB hope a targeted initiative will provide a much-needed shot in the arm for the industry.SCB president Tom Courts said that it was "essential" to support Scotland's pig producers following what has proven a "devastating" time for many.

He told Lanarkshire Live : "Pork is a mainstay of a butcher's sales, and local independent outlets supply locally-sourced Scottish pork to their customers in a wealth of products from sausages and bacon to chops and ribs. "Throughout Porktober , around 400 independent butchers the length and breadth of Scotland will be turning the spotlight on this great Scottish staple and highlighting the versatility, nutritional value and cost effectiveness of home-produced pork. "Hopefu