68. The stocking density on an outdoor unit should be such that ground conditions are satisfactorily maintained and likely to provide the conditions set out in paragraph 46. On an ideal site it is likely that this will be achieved at a maximum stocking density of about 25 sows per hectare (10 sows per acre) across the site.
69. Stockmen should carefully monitor ground conditions in the paddock and where these prove unsatisfactory an adjustment of stocking density, or other management changes, must be introduced.
70. We recommend that the set-aside rules are modified in regard to their effect on tenant outdoor pig farmers and urge the Government to open discussions with the European Commission on this point.