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DAIRY MARKETS AND PRICES

Strong trade for dairy replacements, but culls disappoint

There is a mixed picture in the cattle trade, with dairy replacement heifers holding firm at more than £3,000/head, supported by stronger milk prices and tight heifer supply. The cull…

CROPS MARKETS AND PRICES

Wheat rally loses momentum as global supply outlook improves

A more comfortable global wheat supply outlook, combined with prospects of better access to Black Sea grain, has led to an easing of UK wheat values from recent highs. The…

INPUT MARKETS AND PRICES

Hay and straw prices hold firm despite slower trade

Hay and straw prices are holding firm despite slightly better supplies nationally than last year, with demand now picking up as livestock farmers plan ahead for winter. Prices for both…

DAIRY MARKETS AND PRICES

Waitrose champions 'regenerative farming' on milk bottles

Waitrose is introducing a new on-pack logo highlighting regenerative farming practices used by its 40 British dairy suppliers. The “Championing Regenerative Farming” logo will appear on the retailer’s own-brand fresh…

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