Archive Article: 1998/10/09
Thanks – but what now:Sheep sector
New measures introduced to shore up the ailing lamb market have been welcomed by the industry. But as prices slump further this week at auction marts, some say its a case of too little too late……….page 21
Grain drain
Brussels is in generous mood when it comes to granting export licences. Good news for farmers and the trade, say analysts, as it will help to shift the UKs big wheat surplus……………………….page 22
Prague-matic view
Grain prices could soon be on their way up, many people were suggesting at the Grain and Animal Feed Trade Associations big conference in Prague last week. Set-aside was also a hot topic of discussion………………………..page 26
Lotta bottle…
Where now for the milk industry? And where now for the value of milk your cows put in the tank? Our four-page Milk Business Special looks at the issues and answers some of your questions………….page 35
A big scoop
Jersey cows are in more demand than ever at auction sales, with the milk finding a variety of uses including ice-cream production. So what else makes the breed popular?…………………………page 41
Lifes a bitch
People selling sheepdogs are getting less money for them than last year as cash-strapped buyers tighten up the purse strings in the face of lower livestock values. We report from a couple of dog auctions…page 41