New Zealand Experiences Moderate Impact from El Niño, WeatherWatch Reports
New Zealand’s unique geographical position is softening the effects of the current strong El Niño weather pattern, according to Philip Duncan, head forecaster at WeatherWatch. Duncan notes that while each El Niño event is distinct, the current one is reaching its peak. This El Niño has been characterised by frequent, though localised, heavy rainfalls, with […]
Canada Tops in U.S. Farmland Ownership, Surpassing China
Amidst growing controversy in the United States, a new USDA report has clarified a common misconception: China is not the largest foreign owner of U.S. farmland. Instead, Canada holds this position, owning 32% of foreign-held U.S. farmland, which amounts to 14.2 million acres. The Netherlands, Italy, the United Kingdom, and Germany follow Canada in ownership […]
Hamilton Lamb Sale: A Detailed Review of the Market Trends and Prices on January 10, 2024
The Hamilton Lamb Sale on January 10, 2024, marked a substantial increase in livestock numbers, with a total of 39,000 lambs presented, a notable rise of 24,000 from the previous sale. This boost reflects the attractive prices in the market. The lambs, predominantly in the trade weight category, were of high quality, with a lesser […]
HPAI Impact Escalates in California, Developments in Georgia and Canada, Vaccine Efficacy Questioned
The USDA has reported a significant rise in highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) cases in California, with the affected bird count nearing 4 million in the past month. This surge is part of a larger outbreak affecting about 7.2 million birds in seven U.S. states, encompassing both commercial and backyard flocks. Despite the high numbers […]
Supreme Court Declines Involvement in Poultry Price-Fixing Settlement Dispute
The U.S. Supreme Court has refrained from hearing a pivotal case related to the sharing of settlement agreements in a major price-fixing lawsuit within the poultry industry, according to recent court records. This development follows an appeals court’s decision in June, which allowed poultry producers to maintain a judgement-sharing agreement (JSA) integral to the In […]
Summer Lamb Campaign Sizzles with Unity Message, Bridging Australia’s Generational Divide
The latest Summer Lamb campaign, which premiered during the 6 pm news bulletin on Channel 7 and 9, presents a unique take on bridging the generational divide in Australia. The campaign, centred around the theme of unity, emphasises that Australians have more in common than what separates them. Summer, a prime season for Australians to […]
Emergency Response Quells Fire at Wolverhampton Meat Processing Plant
A substantial fire erupted at a meat processing facility in Wolverhampton, leading to a large-scale response from emergency services. The incident unfolded at a facility run by ScotBeef, situated on Stafford Road, in the early hours. West Midlands Fire Service reported that around 40 firefighters were mobilised to address the fire. Their efforts were focused […]
Positive Shift in Australian Sheep Meat Market Benefits New Zealand Lamb Industry
Recent widespread rainfall in Australia, including the extraordinary 2m downpour from Cyclone Jasper in December, has significantly eased the drought conditions that have long plagued the country. This change in weather has led to a notable decrease in the supply of Australian sheepmeat, which had been flooding the global markets since mid-last year. Before the […]
Global Food Commodities Experience Varied Price Trends in December
The United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) has released data indicating a mixed trend in the prices of key food commodities during December. The FAO Food Price Index, a measure of monthly changes in international prices of a basket of food commodities, stood at an average of 118.5 points in December. This represents a […]
Insightful Overview of Welsh Red Meat and Livestock Industry
Hybu Cig Cymru – Meat Promotion Wales (HCC) has unveiled its latest edition of ‘The Little Book of Meat Facts’, a detailed and informative guide to Wales’s red meat and livestock sector. This annual publication, accessible on the HCC website, collates essential industry data and statistics, offering a panoramic view of Welsh agriculture with a […]
