Lower supply and rising demand predicted for British beef in 2025

UK beef production is expected to decrease by 5% in 2025, while domestic beef consumption is forecast to grow by 1%, according to the latest analysis from the Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB).

Silostop Agri and FCN join forces to help struggling farmers

Silostop Agri has announced its partnership with The Farming Community Network (FCN), which aims to open up direct lines of communication between farmers who are heading towards or experiencing difficulties.

Former soldier becomes one of the most qualified cattle hoof trimmers in Cumbria

A chance conversation with a fellow security doorman changed Peter Cullen’s life, leading to an unlikely career switch that has seen him become one of the most qualified cattle hoof trimmers in Cumbria.

Artisan Mangalitsa charcuterie business receives financial boost for its innovative project

The East Sussex-based farming and charcuterie business, Beal’s Farm, won a Defra research initiative to fund a feasibility study at farming and achieve net-zero results with its Mangalitsa pigs reared to produce British charcuterie products.

Co-op announces £820k fund to reward farmers’ efforts in reducing carbon emissions

Co-op has just announced a new £820,000 fund to support sustainable farming efforts. The investment will see farmers directly rewarded for their efforts in reducing carbon emissions and promoting nature on their farms across beef, lamb and dairy sectors as part of two new sustainability projects.

Nofence extends warranty and reduces prices for UK customers

Norwegian virtual fencing company Nofence has announced an extended warranty period of five years for its UK customers for all collars bought from 2024 onwards.

Over six tonnes of illegal meat seized in Dover Port in one weekend

More than six tonnes of illegal meat were seized at Dover Port during a 14-hour period at the beginning of December.

124th Annual Christmas Fatstock Show presents top-class entries 

The 124th edition of the Annual Christmas Fatstock Show and Sale has recently taken place in Frome, Somerset, showcasing Fatstock Society’s excellent entries in all sections.  

New investigation revealed that popular UK restaurant chains serve imported meat 

Popular UK restaurants serve dishes made from imported meat, failing to support British farmers and not doing enough to prevent misuse of antibiotics, a new investigation by the Soil Association has revealed. 

Closure of Smithfield meat market could cause “unintended problems”

The decision to close Smithfield meat market could make it more expensive and less efficient to supply meat to London SMEs.

“Unique” dairy software launches in the UK

AgroVision has announced that its cloud-based program, Dairy Analytics, is now available in the UK.

Average farm business income drops for almost all types of farms

In 2023/24, average farm business income was lower for all farm types except for specialist pig farms and specialist poultry farms, Defra has just revealed. 

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