Beef & Lamb

9 October 2025

At the beginning of the year we published the straw market outlook which looked at key points that may impact straw supply and pricing over 2025. At that point market conditions seemed uncertain due to ongoing cost pressures and dependency on weather influencing both production and price.

8 October 2025

Explore the latest red meat retail performance for the latest 12 weeks ending 7 September 2025

7 October 2025

Meat-centred meals have bucked the market trend and grown 10.6% in value, not only through price, but also purchase frequency.

6 October 2025

Red meat and dairy has taken centre stage at the world’s biggest food and drink showcase after UK exports hit a combined value of £2 billion in the first half of 2025.

23 October 2025

There is a glut of acorns this autumn, which brings with it an increased risk of acorn poisoning in livestock.

26 November 2025

Join us for a collaboration with Catchment Sensitive Farming (CSF) for an informative event on Integrated Slurry Management incorporating cost-effective Nutrient Management Planning.

11 November 2025

Join us for a collaboration with Catchment Sensitive Farming (CSF) for an informative event on Integrated Slurry Management incorporating cost-effective Nutrient Management Planning with guest Chris Duller, David Ball from AHDB and CSF advisor Jonathan Skidmore.

26 September 2025

Farmbench data for the 2023-24 season showed an improved profitability outlook for finishing cattle producers.

25 September 2025

The supply tightness that has characterised the beef market throughout 2025 is likely to continue for the near future.

11 November 2025

Expert insights on managing pests and diseases in animal health

20 January 2026

An informative and interactive day covering the entire lamb supply chain from farm to table

19 September 2025

We explore how the top 15% of herds cut costs, boost calf weights, and turn efficiency into profit.

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