Beef & Lamb
14 July 2021
Average prime weights have continued to track above last year, despite a switch back to a more forage based diet.
14 July 2021
The GB cattle population as at 1 January 2020 fell compared to last year, according to the latest data from the British Cattle Movement Service.
13 July 2021
UK sheep meat production for January stood at 24,200 tonnes, unchanged from the previous year
13 July 2021
The GB OSL liveweight SQQ lamb price continued its upward trajectory in the week ended 12 February, up 8.1p to 238.9p/kg.
19 March 2020
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.
14 July 2021
In January, UK beef and veal production reached 78.8k tonnes. Higher avg. carcase weights compensated for the decline in prime slaughter.
20 October 2023
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.
20 October 2023
We look at the factors affecting the nutrient requirements of lucerne.
20 October 2023
Find out when and how to sow lucerne seeds for successful establishment.
20 October 2023
Factors to consider when selecting a variety and preparing a seedbed.
5 May 2020
Grow alone or in a mixture? Find out what your options are for growing lucerne.
20 November 2020
Every time an antibiotic is used, there is a risk that it will increase the number of bacteria resistant to that antibiotic. This means that these antibiotics will stop becoming effective for treating infections in people and animals. Responsible antibiotic use on beef cattle, alongside measures to prevent disease, is therefore vital to help preserve these life-saving medicines.
