AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoHarvest and Drought: England has suffered its worst harvest on record after extreme summer weather. EU estimates also show sharp 2026 losses in forage maize, potatoes and other crops, with reduced feed supplies adding pressure on livestock farms. Farm Finances: North Yorkshire farmers are weighing whether to quit as costs mount; rising fuel bills and policy uncertainty are adding to the strain, with 86% of farmers in one survey reporting a negative impact from uncertainty. Animal Health: Bluetongue outbreaks are spreading rapidly, while Scotland has confirmed its first bird flu case, prompting heightened vigilance among livestock farmers. Farm Support: More than 6,400 farmers have registered for the Bovine Genetics Project, and Northern Ireland has begun issuing the first £15m in Sustainable Farming Investment Scheme grant offers.
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