We have had some variations in weather this spring with hot weather and intermittent stretches of cooler temperatures when storm fronts come through. The cooler temperatures are welcome, but they keep livestock from acclimatizing to hot temperatures, increasing the heat stress when hotter temperatures return. Related: US, Japan formalize updated beef agreement In hot […]
As we move into June, cattle markets are transitioning into summer mode, reflecting seasonality and a myriad of other factors which are currently impacting markets.Market impacts vary across different classes of cattle. Steer calf prices posted a double top in February and again in early April with the outbreak of the war in Ukraine causing […]
China purchased a record $35.9 billion in ag products from the U.S. in 2021. While activity fell short of the Phase 1 trade agreement thresholds – if that’s even a thing anymore – it was a roughly $7 billion, or 25%, increase from 2020 activity and the previous record of $29.0 billion (2013). This week’s article […]
Emily Todhunter has created a seamless blend of old and new in this extension to a Jersey farmhouse. Arabella Youens takes a look. The owners of this farmhouse, set among rolling hills and with views to the sea, were keen for a larger kitchen, better suited to entertaining. Emily Todhunter, co-founder of Todhunter Earle, set […]
We’ve picked out our favourite images from the celebrations across the country. HAYFIELD, ENGLAND – JUNE 04: General view of the Platinum Jubilee street party on Church Street on June 04, 2022 in Hayfield, High Peak, England. The Platinum Jubilee of Elizabeth II is being celebrated from June 2 to June 5, 2022, in the […]
House prices are almost five times higher in real terms than they were in 1952, with most of the increase happening in the last generation to freeze out the younger generations. Lydia Stangroom and Toby Keel take a look at the sobering numbers behind a new report. The joyous days of celebration of Queen Elizabeth […]
Max Armstrong looks at how vegetable oil markets are being impacted by the Ukraine situation. Ukraine and Russia account for nearly 80% of the sunflower oil for the world, and concerns about soybean production in the U.S. may crimp soybean oil supplies. Max offers market insight on the market from Dale Durchholz including a look […]
“That means we’ll no longer be raising funds from mum and dads. From this coming Friday, it’s serious stuff. We’re now saying to Australian investors all over the country – this is happening, here’s the land, here’s the DA, here’s our business case, come to the table.” Click to check the original article.
The Moonbi-based stud dominated the mat, rising to the top of a field of 35 entries from three exhibitors they claimed seven of the major awards. Click to check the original article.
“Bravo has continued to build on the legacy of respected apple breeder, the late John Cripps AO, with a high-performance variety that not only looks appealing and tastes great, but also yields well under Australian conditions,” said Agriculture and Food Minister Alannah MacTiernan. Click to check the original article.
During the past 18 months the work done on a new shearing device might be close to fruition Click to check the original article.
During the past 18 months the work done on a new shearing device might be close to fruition Click to check the original article.