NPPC Raises Concerns Over Biotech Oversight
TL;DR: NPPC addresses concerns over U.S. biotech oversight, advocating for streamlined FDA processes to boost innovation and keep U.S. pork producers competitive globally. The National Pork Producers Council (NPPC) voices optimism and concern in a recent communication. They see gene editing and other biotechnologies as avenues for enhancing animal welfare and sustainability. However, the current […]
American Farmers Network Sets Regenerative Beef Standards
TL;DR: AFN develops standards for regenerative, grass-fed beef, focusing on sustainability, animal welfare, and soil health. The American Farmers Network (AFN) has announced its initiative to develop comprehensive standards for regenerative grass-fed beef. With the USDA’s nod to use the Regenerative Agriculture claim, AFN aims to lead the beef industry towards sustainable practices. AFN is […]
A Glimmer of Hope for Farmers?
TL;DR: Farmers show optimism amidst challenges, with improved seasonal conditions and governmental efforts. Yet, market pressures and global uncertainties continue to affect the rural sector’s outlook. Farmers across the country are showing signs of optimism after a challenging period. John Roche, leading MPI’s On-Farm Support, reports this newfound positivity. His team, a crucial part of […]
Strategies Against Drought: Farmer Insights
TL;DR: Farmers tackled drought by delaying mating, off-farm grazing, and buying feed, with strategic planning to ensure livestock health and pasture recovery for the next season. Farmers have adapted various strategies to combat feed shortages during droughts. In 2020, Beef + Lamb New Zealand highlighted how farmers, with guidance from farm consultants, navigated through droughts. […]
USPOULTRY Funds Poultry Research
TL;DR: USPOULTRY funds $363,000 for research at two universities, targeting poultry diseases and aiming for non-antibiotic disease prevention methods. TUCKER, GA. — The US Poultry & Egg Association and its Foundation have granted $363,000 for new poultry studies. These grants, allocated to two leading academic institutions, target key challenges within the poultry sector. The funded […]
Dorset Sheep: Revolutionising Carcase Traits
TL;DR: Dorset sheep breeders have enhanced lamb carcass traits, leading to faster growth and higher market value, by adopting direct measures and genetic analysis. For half a century, breeders of Poll Dorset and Dorset Horn sheep have aimed to increase the market value of their lambs. This goal has led to significant improvements in traits […]
Weekly Cattle and Sheep Market Summary
TL;DR: Cattle prices slightly fell, and sheep prices dropped but remained high year-on-year. Easter and weather affect slaughter; the EU-NZ trade agreement could impact trade. Cattle Overview: This week, prime cattle prices faced a slight decrease. The GB all-prime average fell by 2p to 487.7p/kg. These prices match those from the same period last year. […]
Meat Gains Popularity at Home
TL;DR: Meat’s popularity in meals grows despite cost pressures, with trends towards hot, nutritious, and budget-conscious home dining choices. Meat’s presence in meals continues to rise despite higher food prices. Over half of meals now include meat, fish, or poultry. Red meat’s role in lunch and dinner has slightly increased from last year. Lunch choices […]
Australian Goat Meat Exports Surge to Record Levels, Shaping Global Market Dynamics
TL;DR: In 2023, Australian goat meat exports soared, reaching the second-highest volume since 2014 and significantly influencing global markets. Prices dropped, yet Australia dominated key markets, notably surpassing New Zealand in China. In 2023, Australian goat meat witnessed a significant upturn in exports, hitting the second-highest annual volume since 2014, with a whopping 33,891 tonnes […]
Revolutionising Lambing with Containment Feeding
TL;DR: SA sheep producer Brett Nietschke uses containment feeding to protect ground cover and improve lambing rates, showcasing its effectiveness despite initial challenges and dry conditions. Brett Nietschke, a sheep producer from SA, has adopted containment feeding to combat soil erosion and improve pasture rejuvenation, aligning with the MLA-sponsored Barossa Improved Grazing Group (BIGG) project. […]
