Rising Drench Resistance Poses Serious Threat to New Zealand Sheep Farms
New data from Techion’s DrenchSmart service reveals a concerning rise in drench resistance on New Zealand sheep farms. The service, which conducts faecal egg count reduction tests (FECRT), reports that the failure rate of triple drenches has increased from 15% to 27% over the past three years. This alarming trend threatens the productivity and sustainability […]
New Report Forecasts 30% Profit Slump for New Zealand’s Sheep and Beef Farms
Farmers in New Zealand’s sheep and beef sectors are facing a tough year ahead, with a new study predicting a 30% fall in profits for the upcoming season. Released today, the Beef and Lamb New Zealand (B+LNZ) New Season Outlook for 2023-24 suggests that although there may be a slight uptick in global demand for […]
Canadian Meat Industry Questions UK’s Role in Pacific Trade Pact, Sparks Public Campaign
In a move that has raised eyebrows across sectors, Canada’s beef and red meat industry is actively rallying citizens to question the United Kingdom’s recent inclusion in the Comprehensive and Progressive Trans Pacific Partnership (CPTPP). Spearheaded by the Canadian Cattle Association, Canadian Meat Council, and National Cattle Feeders’ Association, a campaign named “Say No To […]
Time for a Regulatory Rethink in Sheep and Beef Farming, Says Beef + Lamb NZ
Beef + Lamb New Zealand (BLNZ) is urging the government to reconsider its approach to environmental regulations affecting sheep and beef farmers. This comes in the wake of a report by consultancy firm BakerAg, which BLNZ says underscores the financial and administrative strain these regulations are placing on farmers. BLNZ Chief Executive Sam McIvor emphasises […]
Weekly Grain Market Trends: Factors Influencing Prices
Market Overview Grain prices have seen fluctuations this week, with UK feed wheat futures for November 2023 closing at £184.00 per tonne, a decrease of £2.55 from the start of the week. Similarly, futures for November 2024 closed at £198.55 per tonne, down by £2.50. Meanwhile, Paris rapeseed futures for November 2023 closed at €419.75 […]
UK Explores Lamb Export Prospects in Kuwait Trade Mission
A recent trade mission to Kuwait has opened doors for UK lamb exporters, particularly in the Middle East’s halal sector. The delegation, comprising ten representatives from seven organisations, aimed to establish partnerships with local Kuwaiti companies and importers. The mission aligns with the UK’s new export strategy, Beyond Borders, and underscores the importance of strengthening […]
NZ Farmers Voice Opposition to Labour’s Eco-Policies as Elections Loom
As New Zealand readies itself for the forthcoming elections, the nation’s farmers are throwing their weight behind right-leaning parties, voicing strong disapproval of the Labour Party’s green initiatives. This collective discontent among the agricultural community could play a pivotal role in determining the election’s outcome. Growing Resentment Among Farmers Farmers, who once lent their support […]
Stephens Inc. Analyst Tweaks Profit Forecasts for Poultry Firms Tyson Foods and Pilgrim’s Pride
Benjamin Bienvenu, a stock analyst at Stephens Inc., has fine-tuned his profit predictions for key players in the poultry sector, Tyson Foods and Pilgrim’s Pride. These adjustments were detailed in a thorough commodity analysis and stem from recent upticks in operational efficiencies for both corporations. Tyson Foods: Altered Profit Expectations Bienvenu has nudged up his […]
Dutch-Origin Bovear Feed Additive Targets Cattle Methane Reduction in Australia
In a development that could be pivotal for Australia’s cattle-rearing sector, a feed supplement from the Netherlands, known as Bovear, is making its way into the country with the aim of curbing methane emissions from cows. This initiative is part of a wider strategy to lessen the environmental toll of animal husbandry. Bovear’s Role in […]
Exclusive Sit-Down with U.S. Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack Reveals Key Farming Focus Areas
In a recent exclusive chat, U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack delved into a multitude of pressing concerns currently impacting the U.S. farming sector. Vilsack touched on a broad spectrum of topics, from the Biden administration’s targeted efforts for rural enhancement to the critical role biofuels could play in the nation’s green strategy, as well as […]
