Latest market prices, news and analysis DAIRY MARKETS AND PRICESDairy producers hit by further milk price cuts in DecemberFarmgate milk prices continue to tumble, with many producers set to receive less than 40p/litre before the end of the year. Falling UK wholesale prices for butter, cheese and cream,… MARKETS AND TRENDSTAC warns of pesticide threats in India trade dealThe Trade and Agriculture Commission (TAC) has warned that the UK-India free trade agreement (FTA) could leave British farmers facing unfair competition and environmental risks from India’s use of pesticides… LAND MARKETSGood choice of small and medium farms bolster land marketsA range of medium and smaller farms lead the way on new launches this week. Whether it’s the uncertainty that looms large ahead of the chancellor’s Autumn Budget or vendors… BUSINESSScottish census reveals worrying fall in livestock numbersCattle numbers in Scotland have contracted again during the past year, dropping by 14,500 head between June 2024 and June 2025 to total 1,65m head. This represents a 1% fall… MEAT MARKETS AND PRICESHeavier pigs and falling prices raise alarms for pork sectorA surge in carcass weights and falling prices have raised fresh concerns for pig producers, as processors grapple with backlogs and tight margins. Carcass weights have crept up for finished… CROPS MARKETS AND PRICESUK wheat strengthens to £165/t as US-China talks lift marketsFlickers of optimism have returned to grain markets this week, with UK wheat futures rebounding to near £165/t for November after hitting a contract low of £159/t last week. The… MARKETS AND TRENDSAldi tops Scottish sourcing in latest ShelfWatch reportAldi has been recognised as Scotland’s top supermarket for sourcing Scottish products, with 41% of its shelf stock now coming from Scottish suppliers, according to the latest NFU Scotland (NFUS)… INPUT MARKETS AND PRICESNFU seeks fairer electricity charging systemRising standing charges on non-domestic electricity bills and soaring energy costs are putting huge inflationary pressure on businesses across the food supply chain, the NFU has warned. The union has… CROPS MARKETS AND PRICESHay shortage leads to exceptional prices and French importsFodder shortages following an extremely dry summer have led to an increased interest in hay at auction. Gloucestershire auctioneering firm Tayler and Fletcher held its first hay and straw sale… LAND MARKETSShropshire 'jewel' farm estate offers all round assetA mixed-use farming estate is being launched at a guide price of £20m following the death of its owner. The 810-acre Eaton Mascott Estate has exceptional appeal, says selling agent… INPUT MARKETS AND PRICESAg chem shortage puts pressure on arable farmersMore favourable weather this autumn has allowed drilling to progress well in most regions, with plantings ahead of this time last year across much of the UK. However, as wheat… MILK PRICESFair dairy regs to be tested as dairy imposes price cutsLegislation introduced in the summer to create a fairer, more transparent and accountable dairy supply chain is about to be tested. Welsh milk processor Llaeth Cymreig – Welsh Milk, based… More articles
