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Strange situation, there is the whole #rapeseed market in the UK suffering from volatile yields, difficult growing conditions and a market wide scepsis about the future and nobody of these leading seed suppliers is speaking about solutions or alternative technologies 🤔 Just waiting... sounds for me not really as the right choice ❗ Luckily, we have ambitious front-runner as Chris Guest from NPZ UK, who keep the head up and searching for new impulses 📈 If you are curious about latest experiences from our technical trials, please check out the article from Farmers Guide about "Oilseed rape called important crop for UK food security" 👀 Highly recommended 🚨 #agriculture #ukfarming #plantbreeding #seeds #OSR #raps

Fun fact - fall had people grilling summer products 🔥🍗 Our latest statistics highlight some interesting trends: this fall, sales of raw sausages have increased by 35%, rib sales are up by 12%, and grill sausages have risen by 8%. At the same time, the popularity of shashlik has dropped by 20%. Why? In the fall, as people prefer quicker-to-prepare products that are easy to grill outdoors, poultry remains the most popular choice, with sales of poultry summer products rising by 53% from September to October compared to last year, while pork sales decreased by 9%. 🐔 #Grilling #Poultry #Fall #ProductTrends #MeatIndustry

Selecting the right breed of poultry is crucial for enhancing productivity and adapting to local conditions. Indigenous chickens offer advantages in adapting to harsh environments and can be selected for traits like high egg production, good mothering ability, and large body size. Breeds are defined by characteristic body forms and feathering, with different varieties and ecotypes su...

Selecting the right breed of poultry is crucial for enhancing productivity and adapting to local conditions. Indigenous chickens offer advantages in adapting to harsh environments and can be selected for traits like high egg production, good mothering ability, and large body size. Breeds are defined by characteristic body forms and feathering, with different varieties and ecotypes su...

A sustainable beef operation requires careful planning and a keen eye for potential pitfalls to ensure success. Here are some key approaches to counter the challenges and take advantage of the opportunities in the beef sector. 1. Don't skimp on quality cattle. Investing in good genetics ensures your animals reach their full potential, maximizing yield and, ultimately, profit. 2. A common pitfall, is failing to consider the entire carcass when planning sales. While consumers are eager for premium cuts like steaks, these only make up a fraction of the animal. Don't get caught with a mountain of ground beef you can't move. Develop a strategy to effectively sell all parts of the animal.  3. Understanding your customer base is paramount. Don't assume everyone wants a whole cow or even half. Consider factors like volume and target audience when deciding on packaging and sales strategies. 4. Consistent, high-quality grass is the cornerstone of any beef producer’s success. A diverse pasture mixture is highly recommended—a blend of cool and warm season legumes, annuals, and perennials. This approach ensures year-round nutritional value for the cattle, translating into consistent growth and top-notch beef. READ MORE => https://lnkd.in/dAf5SmJy #Beef #beefcattle #sustainablebeef

"Papa, potatoes, poultry, prunes and prism, are all very good words for the lips," wrote Charles Dickens in Little Dorrit. It turns out that potato is not just a great word and potatoes not only versatile vegetables... potato processing waste can also benefit dairy cows....helping them produce more milk with greater efficiency..with positive environmental outcomes. #potato #nitrogenreduction #dairycows #milk #CharlesDickens https://lnkd.in/dNb62H58

Milk storage in the goat and sheep udder. In small dairy ruminants, 30% of the milk is stored in the alveoli, while the remaining 70% resides in the udder cistern and a small percent in the gland cistern. However, variations occur based on the breed and the stage of lactation. The quantity of milk in the udder cistern may fluctuate between 25% and 70%, but it typically exceeds 50%.

Check out our Dairy Beef panels, click the link below to download or view online today. 👇 https://lnkd.in/dFsaXwMB Our Dairy Beef panels are sires that have been proven in the dairy herd. There is a considerable amount of data available on these highly reliable sires, herdowners can be assured of the following when using beef sires for the dairy herd from Ireland’s largest dairy beef programme: 1. Minimum calving difficulty; 2. Shortest gestation; 3. Maximum value for calf crop. #breeding24

Dive into the latest insights and analysis with our Pork Market Commentary for the week ending April 13, 2024. Discover key trends, prices, and industry updates to make your decisions. #marketanalysis #emeat #market #trends #prices #industry #swine #meatproduction #events #packermargins #livestock #futures #report #comentary

Dive into the latest insights and analysis with our Pork Market Commentary for the week ending March 30, 2024. Discover key trends, prices, and industry updates to make your decisions. #marketanalysis #emeat #market #trends #prices #industry #swine #meatproduction #events #packermargins #livestock #futures #report #comentary