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BUSINESS

How demand for ‘regen beef’ is expanding in niche markets

Significant premiums are being paid by some butchers, restaurant chains and retailers for regeneratively farmed beef. The sector remains in its infancy, and what exactly is involved in regenerative practices…

MARKETS AND TRENDS

Farm business outlook 2022: Pig sector must focus on consumer

A radical rethink about the way the British pig sector operates is urgently needed to help reverse the crippling losses that producers now face. For too long, the industry has…

BUSINESS

Review insurance cover in light of high stock values

The increase in livestock values over the past year means many farm businesses run the risk of being underinsured if they suffer theft or other insured loss. Mike Clementson, a…

MEAT MARKETS AND PRICES

Rule reminder: Best practice when trading livestock remotely

Farmers who purchase livestock in private trades should find out all they can about the animals before agreeing to a sale to maximise their chance of a refund if they…

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MEAT MARKETS AND PRICES

Mules up on the year to average £178 at Thame Sheep Fair

A stronger trade for breeding ewes defied the weaker lamb market at the recent Thame Sheep Fair, with both average prices and numbers up on the year. More than 18,000…

TAKING STOCK

Thame Mules stand on at £171 despite drought

Breeding ewe prices at Thame Sheep Fair were only marginally down on last year’s record values, despite drought-like conditions in the south-east of England. The annual event, held last week…

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MEAT MARKETS AND PRICES

Halal lamb: 'A market farmers can no longer ignore'

The consumption of halal meat may have its detractors, but Awal Fuseini, senior sector manager at the AHDB, says it is a market that farmers and processors can no longer…

MEAT MARKETS AND PRICES

Outlook 2024: Pig producers see uplift in fortunes

The past 12 months have seen a change in fortunes with most pork producers reporting positive margins, says Andersons consultant Harry Batt. While the outlook for 2024 suggests this more…

MEAT MARKETS AND PRICES

Outlook 2024: Poultry price pressure set to remain in 2024

The UK poultry sector has suffered many challenges over the past 12 months and beyond. It looks set to continue on a rollercoaster ride through 2024, according to Andersons consultant…

MEAT MARKETS AND PRICES

Outlook 2024: Modest profitability for falling national flock

The national flock had been rebuilding since 2018 when the “Beast from the East” resulted in significant ewe and lamb losses. However, annual growth rates have slowed more recently and…

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MEAT MARKETS AND PRICES

Store lambs £15 dearer as ear tag sales drop 4.7%

Recent surges in the store lamb trade are more of a nod to national flock contraction than bullish buyer confidence. This is according to auctioneers, who say an 11.2% drop…

BUSINESS

560p/kg Aberdeen Angus price means contracts need scrutiny

Phenomenal finished beef prices have put farmers in a favourable position when marketing their cattle and negotiating integrated supply contracts. Farmers Weekly has heard that large loads of Aberdeen Angus…

MEAT MARKETS AND PRICES

Lamb trade lifts further above £6/kg carried by tight supply

Festive demand has taken off for the lamb sector, with processors appearing keen to stock up ahead of Christmas. Some abattoirs have been quoted at up to 650p/kg in the…

MEAT MARKETS AND PRICES

Tighter margins for pig producers as prices drop to 208p/kg

The tide has turned following a summer of support for domestic pig markets, with sluggish EU demand and ample pork supplies currently weighing on domestic pig markets. Average finished pig…

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Video: Strong demand but high costs for turkey sector this year

On-farm growers have faced a multitude of challenges this year, of which rising feed costs and access to labour have been the biggest. At the time they were placing orders…

BUSINESS

Video: Wagyu beef market - tradition and change in Japan

The story of Japan’s famed Wagyu beef is a complex and evolving one. We travelled to Japan to find out more about how this premium product is faring in a…

LIVESTOCK

Video: Tough times for sheep farmers at Welshpool market

Last year was tough for sheep farmers and with the potential loss of EU markets and pressure from climate change lobbyists, this year looks set to be no easier. We…

BUSINESS

Video: How the industry is fighting red meat myths

From being accused of being unhealthy to harming the environment, the red meat industry has bad publicity thrown at it from all corners of the media. But there is a…

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