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Early-cut barley meets with lacklustre demand

First cuts of the 2026 barley harvest are coming up against weak demand and depressed prices, though prospects for the rest of the season will very much depend on quality…

MEAT MARKETS AND PRICES

Strong calf trade helps lift dairy farmer margins

The run of consistently strong calf values shows no signs of easing, with prices staying firm until at least mid-August when autumn-calving herds start to boost supply. Auctioneers nationwide report…

BUSINESS

Tentative recovery in new tractor sales

The UK tractor market is showing tentative signs of recovery with registrations up in the first six months of 2026 after a sustained period of depressed sales. Although still 8%…

MARKETS AND TRENDS

Velcourt reports third consecutive year of trading losses

Farm management company Velcourt has reported a third consecutive year of trading losses, as continued market pressure took its toll. Pointing to the “worst harvest for 25 years”, low prices…

CROPS MARKETS AND PRICES

Standing straw demand remains firm at early auctions

Standing straw auctions are in full swing across England ahead of harvest, with auctioneers reporting solid demand. However, auctioneers say bidding has generally been more cautious than during last year’s…

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