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LAND MARKETS

Western launches from Dumfries and Galloway and Shropshire

A 1,242-acre farming estate earning diversified income from residential lettings, timber production and country sports has come to the market in Scotland. In a sale pitched at a range of…

INPUT MARKETS AND PRICES

Hay and straw harvest better than expected despite drought

Yields and quality of this year’s straw harvest have been much better than expected, despite the drought conditions, according to the British Hay and Straw Merchants Association. “There is plenty…

BUSINESS

NFUS ShelfWatch: Scottish produce gains supermarket ground

Scottish farmers are gaining ground in the supermarket aisles, with retailers stepping up sourcing, labelling and promotion of home-grown food after sustained pressure from NFU Scotland’s ShelfWatch campaign. The latest…

MEAT MARKETS AND PRICES

Calf prices stay strong as buyers chase depleted numbers

The UK calf market continues to be in a strong position for farmers, with the Livestock Auctioneers Association (LAA) reporting “incredible” prices in some areas, driven by a shortage of…

MEAT MARKETS AND PRICES

Breeding sheep set new records at Thame summer sale

Breeding sheep enjoyed an exceptionally firm trade at the recent Thame Summer Sheep Fair, despite ongoing challenges presented by grass shortages and bluetongue disease. The event, sponsored by Shearwell Data,…

INPUT MARKETS AND PRICES

Wynnstay Group to double fertiliser blending in Scotland

Agricultural supply business Wynnstay Group has announced plans to double production of its Glasson blended fertilisers in Scotland, relocating from its current site to a substantially larger production facility at…

LAND MARKETS

Surrey, Cumbria and Wilts farms offer varied opportunities

A farm in the south-east of England with arable, pasture and buildings with income-generating potential from commercial and equestrian activities leads this week’s new launches. Chadhurst Farm, a 199-acre holding…

CROPS MARKETS AND PRICES

Wheat prices stable despite supply challenges

Wheat and barley prices remain volatile, driven by political developments in the Middle East and profit-taking in futures markets – but fundamental tightness remains. Ex-farm feed wheat ended the week…

CROPS MARKETS AND PRICES

Farmers urged to do due diligence when trading grain

Farmers are being encouraged to take great care and show due diligence when trading their grain, as analysis of company accounts shows a recent deterioration in the financial performance of…

MARKETS AND TRENDS

Quality shearlings set strong tone at Brecon NSA ram sale

The first National Sheep Association (NSA) ram sale of the season got off to a strong start at Brecon Livestock Market on Monday (3 August), with quality shearling tups attracting…

MEAT MARKETS AND PRICES

Farm groups fear influx of Brazilian meat after EU ban

Organisations representing UK farmers and meat processors are demanding the suspension of imports of meat and animal products from Brazil in line with action the EU will instigate next month.…

MEAT MARKETS AND PRICES

Meat exporters challenge new French border inspections

Legal action by UK meat suppliers is being prepared to challenge new border inspections of meat carcasses destined for France. Since 1 August, hauliers are being ordered to assist French…

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