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As concerns are raised over the safety of the weed-killer glyphosate, we look at its use on UK farms and what alternatives are available. The British pig industry is launching a scheme to monitor and reduce the use of antibiotics in herds. The National Pig Association, which represents farmers, says it wants to look at more vaccination and better bio-security on farms to fight animal viruses and disease. Commercial vegetable growers in Northern Ireland want to band together and form a producers' cooperative. They claim it will give them a stronger voice in their dealings with the big supermarkets. Presented by Charlotte Smith and produced by Vernon Harwood.