Content related to the sectors: beef-lamb

UK sheep meat production for January stood at 24,200 tonnes, unchanged from the previous year

The GB OSL liveweight SQQ lamb price continued its upward trajectory in the week ended 12 February, up 8.1p to 238.9p/kg.

Economic activity in China was much reduced for the New Year holiday, and then beyond as the government tried to limit the spread of coronavirus.

In January, UK beef and veal production reached 78.8k tonnes. Higher avg. carcase weights compensated for the decline in prime slaughter.

It is vital to control weeds, pests and diseases in a lucerne stand to avoid yield reductions and to prolong the lifespan of your crop.

We look at the factors affecting the nutrient requirements of lucerne.

Find out when and how to sow lucerne seeds for successful establishment.

In the week ending 8 February, the GB all prime average price rose by 1.4p to settle at 333.3p/kg.

Factors to consider when selecting a variety and preparing a seedbed.

Guidance on the rules and regulations around water use on your farm