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INPUT MARKETS AND PRICES

Red diesel duty to be cut by one-third, says Treasury

Farmers and other red diesel users have been offered some respite from the relentless hike in operating costs, with news that their fuel duty is to be cut by more…

CROPS MARKETS AND PRICES

Wheat markets hold firm with global crop prospects uncertain

Global grain markets remain supported following reports last week of tighter wheat supplies heading into the 2026-27 crop marketing year. UK feed wheat futures for the November contract lifted to…

INPUT MARKETS AND PRICES

EU farmers protest at new Fertiliser Action Plan

Farmers from across Europe descended on Strasbourg on 19 May, calling for more support to help businesses deal with exceptionally high input costs, as fuel and fertiliser prices soar. The…

CROPS MARKETS AND PRICES

Government questioned on grain imports to Ensus plant

Procurement of wheat and maize for the Ensus UK bioethanol plant in Teesside has come under scrutiny, after reports that some of the grain was being imported from France. Questions…

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