AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoCrop Outlook: AHDB’s first post-planting survey for harvest 2026 shows barley down 12% to the lowest since 2010 (with spring barley driving most of the fall), while oilseed rape is rebounding and wheat edges up 3%—a shift that matters for malting and distilling supply. Livestock & Shows: The Royal Highland Show 2026 is gearing up with livestock entries up across the board, especially cattle and sheep, as breeders regain confidence after bluetongue-related uncertainty. Farmgate Economics: A Farmers For Action push argues “boom and bust” pricing is back, with suckler beef prices reported down to about £5.90/kg after last year’s higher levels, and calls for a UK-wide Farm Welfare Bill to stop supermarkets importing to force prices lower. Animal Health: Shetland vets warn sheep ticks may be increasing as warmer winters improve tick survival, raising risks for both animals and people. Malting Barley: RAGT says its new spring malting barley variety Arrow is gaining traction, with approval progress for distilling and expected brewing approval, aiming to take share alongside Laureate. Local Producer Competition: Farm shops and local producers in Coventry are leaning harder into online deals and promotions to compete with supermarket pricing pressure.
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