Latest market prices, news and analysis MEAT MARKETS AND PRICES£2m in direct support offered to Scotland's pig producersA new £2m support scheme for Scotland’s independent pig producers has been launched by the Scottish government to help with the significant market challenges facing the sector. Scotland has lost… BUSINESSCash pressures steer farmers towards smaller tractorsConstrained finances in the arable sector appear to be influencing tractor-buying decisions, with farmers opting for smaller machines despite an overall rise in registrations. Latest figures from the Agricultural Engineers… LAND MARKETSRare launches in several counties offer varietyA Northumberland livestock and arable farm where the current owner has produced about 50,000 cattle, 160,000 lambs and 30,000 pigs is coming to the market. Frank Robson, who has a reputation… CROPS MARKETS AND PRICESPressure eases on oilseed rape market – for nowWith the oilseed rape harvest gathering pace, markets have enjoyed some relief this week as traders respond to global factors. As Farmers Weekly went to press on Wednesday (8 July),… CROPS MARKETS AND PRICESEarly-cut barley meets with lacklustre demandFirst 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 PRICESStrong calf trade helps lift dairy farmer marginsThe 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… BUSINESSTentative recovery in new tractor salesThe 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 TRENDSVelcourt reports third consecutive year of trading lossesFarm 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 PRICESStanding straw demand remains firm at early auctionsStanding 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… MILK PRICESMilk prices improve, but outlook remains uncertainMilk production is starting to ease back in the UK, and a few processors have increased their prices for July and August – so is the worst over? The answer,… MEAT MARKETS AND PRICESLamb trade sees 'muted' seasonal declineFinished lamb prices are on the way down as the seasonal surge in numbers starts to pressure the market. AHDB data showed a 32p/kg drop in the New Season SQQ… MARKETS AND TRENDSUK food trade deficit getting worse, manufacturers warnThe UK is becoming increasingly dependent on food imports, as UK producers lose market share to global competitors, according to a new report by the Food and Drink Federation (FDF).… More articles
