Agri-Business
Pork production in China has continued to increase in 2026 driven by productivity gains and increased slaughtering.
Tillage
The return of extreme, hot weather to many parts of Europe and the US has put some upward pressure on grain prices
A dry spring has reduced crop condition ratings across much of the UK, though winter cereals and oilseed rape remain in a strong position.
Beef
Australian beef production shows “record highs”, according to the latest data from the Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB).
Younger cattle numbers are beginning to rise on GB farms, latest figures from the British Cattle Movement Service show.
There is general agreement amongst agronomists that the recent rains came at the right time for winter wheat crops across the UK.
The Agricultural and Horticultural Development board is confirming that future wheat prices (November 2026) have fallen
The Agricultural and Horticultural Development Board (AHDB) has published its planting and variety survey for 2026.
The Agricultural and Horticultural Development Board (AHDB) is confirming that UK and global grain prices have weakened further
Dairy
Figures from the CSO show that the Irish dairy herd grew last year, but it is a different story across the water in Britain.
consumer spending
While UK restaurants in the UK are expanding their menus, the proportion of red meat options available is still down, a new report has shown.
The Agricultural and Horticultural Development board (AHDB) UK crop update for May reflects the changing weather conditions during the month.
The Agricultural and Horticultural and Development Board (AHDB) has confirmed a general decline in the condition of combinable crops
N.Ireland
The Agricultural and Horticultural Development Board (AHDB) is confirming the continuing commitment of GB compounders to barley
The Agricultural and Horticultural Development Board (AHDB) has published updated 2025/2026 projections for grain supply and usage in the UK.
The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) is projecting a decline in global wheat production levels for 2026/2027.
Total EU beef exports are forecast to decline by 5% with beef imports forecast to increase by 10%...
Red Meat
The rise of GLP‑1 weight‑loss drugs is creating challenges and opportunities for red meat consumption, according to new analysis from AHDB.
The Agricultural and Horticultural Development Board (AHDB) is confirming a deterioration in winter cereal crop scores across the UK.
The Agricultural and Horticultural Development Board (AHDB) is confirming that world grain markets are continuing to gather momentum.
AHDB has confirmed that May 2026 wheat futures increased by £3/t for the seven days, culminating on Friday, April 17.
Milk Supplies
Milk supplies remain too far ahead of processing capacity in Great Britain, the Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB) said.
AHDB has described its Farm Data Exchange system as both "technically viable and strongly supported", following the end of its pilot.
