AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoUK Farming & Livestock Health: Ireland’s BVD programme shows a continued downward trajectory, with 352 suspect/confirmed calves across 145 herds in 2026 so far—down on last year—though Defra-linked UK costs remain a reminder that eradication is still a long job. Dairy Sector Trends: Scotland’s dairy herd is consolidating: fewer herds and slightly fewer cows in the first half of 2026, but average herd size is rising, pointing to larger units investing for efficiency. Beef Market Watch: An EU output slide is expected to keep beef supply tight, with UK demand likely to pull in more imports as EU production and exports soften. Rural Risk & Resilience: Fire crews report progress against a Cairngorms wildfire, while farmers and landowners are among volunteers supporting operations. Water & Heat Pressure: Wales is facing hosepipe restrictions, with rules and exemptions set to affect households and add pressure during hot, dry conditions. Agri-Related Business: Westmorland Farmshop’s Tebay operator has secured funding for new M56 Tatton motorway services near Cheshire, creating jobs and boosting local supplier opportunities. Farming Culture: The Royal Welsh Show campsite at Penmaenau Farm saw a medical emergency and arrests after a young man died, underlining how quickly rural events can turn into major incidents. Trade & Exports (UK angle): A North East-led India mission is planned to build on the UK-India free trade deal, with “hard-working farmers” explicitly on the pitch for new market links.
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