Great Britain Bans Live Animal Exports
TL;DR: Great Britain bans live animal exports for slaughter or fattening, becoming the first in Europe. The law enabled post-Brexit, aims to prevent animal stress and injury. This move aligns with global trends and has strong public support, ensuring high animal welfare standards. New Legislation Great Britain has become the first European region to ban […]
Opportunities for UK Pork Exports Highlighted by Mexican Visit
TL;DR: A Mexican delegation’s inspection of UK pork facilities aims to maintain and expand market access, especially for pork offal, highlighting ongoing efforts and potential growth in this crucial market for British pork exports. Mexican Delegation Visit A key moment for the UK pork sector has been marked by a visit from Mexican officials. The […]
Weekly Cattle and Sheep Market Overview
TL;DR: The GB cattle and sheep markets remained stable with slight variations. While cattle prices were steady, sheep prices dipped slightly despite lower supply. Strong retail demand and strategic promotions buoyed the market, with upcoming religious festivals expected to influence future demand and pricing. Cattle Market Stability In the week ending 27 April, the GB […]
Trends in Beef and Lamb Trade: Seasonal Demands and Export Shifts
TL;DR: In February, sheep meat imports and beef exports from the UK saw significant changes. The Southern Hemisphere capitalised on competitive pricing, while promotional efforts aimed to boost lamb consumption in the EU and expand beef markets in Hong Kong. Sheep Meat Imports Surge In February, total sheep meat imports soared to 5,250 tonnes, a […]
Beef and Fertiliser Prices: A Detailed Overview
TL;DR: Rising beef prices counteract high fertiliser costs, restoring balance amidst fluctuating market conditions. Farmers remain cautious with fertiliser usage due to sustained high input costs. Long-Term Trends Over the past five years, there has been a noticeable increase in fertiliser prices. This rise was particularly sharp from mid-2021 due to the European energy crisis, […]
Weekly Cattle and Sheep Market Overview
TL;DR: GB cattle prices slightly decreased, except for young bulls, while sheep prices surged significantly. Cattle and sheep slaughter rates increased, with promotional activities planned for the upcoming Great British Beef Week. Cattle Trends GB deadweight prime cattle prices fell slightly last week, ending 13 April. The all-prime average was 485.4p/kg, down by 0.8p, sitting […]
2024 Lamb Outlook: Production Update
TL;DR: The 2024 lamb market faces low breeding numbers and high demand, leading to a slight decrease in production despite increased slaughters, amidst challenging weather conditions. Market Situation The domestic sheep market faces a perfect storm: low supplies and high consumer demand. These factors drive robust prices. Recently updated data has led to new predictions […]
UK Pig Meat Production: Q1 2024 Analysis
Overview of Current Trends The UK pork industry experienced some stability in the first three months of 2024, despite lower slaughter numbers and flat pig prices. Production and Slaughter Figures According to the latest figures from Defra, UK pig meat production totalled 227,800 tonnes in Q1 2024. This marks a 2.5% decrease from the same […]
Independent Assessment of Beef & Lamb Production Standards
Introduction to the Reports An independent series of reports is set to outline the current and future positions of the English Beef & Lamb sector. By comparing voluntary assurance standards and regulatory requirements, these documents aim to guide strategic industry decisions. Initial Findings and Future Releases The initial report focuses on a comparison between English […]
Weekly Cattle and Sheep Market Update
TL;DR: Cattle prices slightly fell while cow prices rose last week in the UK. Sheep prices increased due to tight supply, with stable demand in retail and exports. Cattle Market Trends Last week, GB deadweight prime cattle prices fell slightly, dropping below the figures from the same week in 2023. The steer average decreased by […]
