Global Fertiliser Market Faces Uncertainty Amid Middle East Tensions, Warns Rabobank Report
Amidst the prevailing geopolitical unrest in the Middle East, Rabobank’s recent Semi-Annual Fertiliser Outlook report has highlighted potential disruptions in the worldwide fertiliser market. Although the ongoing conflicts, notably those around the Gaza Strip, haven’t directly affected Israel’s role in fertiliser production, an escalation could have a considerable impact on the global supply and demand […]
USDA Allocates £1.3 Billion for New Agricultural Export Initiative
The USDA is allocating £1.3 billion for marketing American agricultural products in foreign lands. This is a chunk of a broader £2.3 billion financial plan meant to help U.S. farmers flourish globally. In revealing the plan, Tom Vilsack, who oversees agriculture matters, noted that it was spurred by united voices from Senate members focused on […]
September 2023: A Defining Moment for the UK Lamb Market—A Detailed Analysis
Import-Export Dynamics: A New Era for the Lamb Market Recent data underscores a significant shift in the UK lamb market, with import volumes for the first time in 2023 exceeding those of the previous year. A substantial portion of these imports is being sourced from New Zealand and Australia, where competitive pricing has emerged as […]
Beef Market Update – September 2023
Prices: In September, GB deadweight prices experienced a recovery after a previous decline. Prime cattle prices rose by nearly 4%, averaging 473.6p/kg for the month. Concurrently, cull cow prices also saw a 4% increase, averaging 329.4p/kg. Costs: The past quarter witnessed a steady rise in fuel prices, influenced by the broader oil markets. There were […]
New Organic Livestock and Poultry Standards Introduced by USDA
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has unveiled the final rule for the Organic Livestock and Poultry Standards (OLPS) as announced by Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack. This rule aims to set robust, clear, and consistent standards for organic livestock and poultry production. The objective is to create a level playing field for organic livestock farmers, […]
Cattle Prices Experience Steep Fall, Yet Retail Beef Costs Stay Unchanged
A surprising development in the beef industry has raised eyebrows among both farmers and consumers. While cattle prices have experienced a significant downturn, this shift has not been reflected in the prices of beef products in supermarkets, causing concerns about the distribution of profits within the sector. Sharp Dip in Cattle Valuations Market data indicates […]
West Australian Beef Producers Face Unprecedented Challenges Amid Drought and Market Slump
Beef producers in Western Australia are grappling with an unprecedented crisis, driven by a severe drought and a sluggish cattle market. Some are even contemplating extreme measures such as giving away or euthanising their livestock. A Historic Dry Spell Western Australia is experiencing its driest year in three decades, putting immense pressure on cattle stations. […]
Australian Meat Industry Council Urges Caution in EU Trade Deal Negotiations
The Australian Meat Industry Council (AMIC) has urged the Australian Government to proceed cautiously in its free trade agreement (FTA) negotiations with the European Union (EU). The council emphasises that any agreement should offer substantial benefits to Australian red meat processors and exporters, devoid of trade barriers. The Current State of Trade Australian meat quota […]
Concerns Rise Over Feral Pig Management Amid Foot-and-Mouth Disease Fears in Australia
Recent research in New South Wales has raised concerns about Australia’s ability to manage an outbreak of foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) among its feral pig population. The study, conducted by landscape managers, aimed to assess the effectiveness of culling feral pigs as a control measure for a potential FMD outbreak. The results indicate that controlling the […]
New Zealand Farmers Challenge Methane Tax Proposals, Citing Latest Science
The Methane Science Accord, a group backed by numerous prominent farmers, is intensifying its campaign against the proposed taxation of methane emissions in New Zealand. The group argues that such a tax is “unscientific, unjustified, and economic insanity.” The Methane Science Accord Comprising influential farmers like Jane Smith, Hamish Carswell, Derek Daniell, and others, the […]
