Farming news from the last 24 hours CROPS MARKETS AND PRICESPotatoes show signs of stress as drought strikesWith the Environment Agency confirming this week that more than half of England is now officially in drought, potato crops are showing increasing signs of stress. “There’s no doubt that… MEAT MARKETS AND PRICESPig prices remain subdued in oversupplied marketPig prices remain suppressed amid ongoing supply and demand imbalances, both in the UK and further afield. In the week to 25 July, the UK Standard Pig Price stood at… HEALTH AND WELLBEINGOver 100 farmers access free cancer screening at NSA eventMore than 100 farmers received free cancer health checks at this week's National Sheep Association (NSA) Sheep Event in Malvern, highlighting growing efforts to improve early diagnosis in rural communities.… SLURRY TANKERSMore carrying capacity for 530hp Vervaet Hydro TrikeA larger tank and new cab are among the improvements to Vervaet’s Hydro Trike 3.0. As before, the third generation of the Dutch firm’s light-treading self-propelled slurry applicator is available… WEATHERDrought declared across England’s key farming regionsHalf of England has officially been declared in drought, with arable farmers in particular facing mounting pressure after one of the driest Julys on record and an exceptionally early harvest.… NEWSEnsus support extended as wheat questions lingerThe government has quietly extended support for bioethanol producer Ensus until the end of October, providing a further three months of domestic CO2 production and keeping open an important market… CROPS MARKETS AND PRICESOilseed and pulse prices remain firmUncertainty in Europe and the Middle East continue to buoy oilseed rape prices, while pulse values remain steady. But with dry weather impacting yields and planning, prospects remain uncertain. With… WEATHERDefra under pressure over drought grazing rulesLivestock farmers are urging Defra to introduce temporary drought grazing derogations as forage shortages worsen following one of England’s driest springs in decades. The Environment Agency said England received just… NEWSBluetongue cases surge as vets warn of severe seasonRapidly rising numbers of bluetongue cases (BTV-3) have sparked growing concern among vets and industry leaders, who say this year’s outbreak is proving far more severe than previous seasons. Speaking…
