AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoFertiliser Shock in the UK: The NFU says the Iran conflict is again squeezing farmers via higher fertiliser and shipping disruption, urging a “trigger point” for government support and warning CBAM could push costs further. Livestock Health Policy: England plans to vaccinate cattle against bovine TB from 2030, aiming for TB-free status by 2038, but it hinges on EU rules that currently ban vaccination exports. Agri-Business & Animal Health: Ceva Animal Health is buying Spain’s Aquilón to strengthen swine intestinal disease prevention and cut antibiotic dependence. Food & Trade Signals: EU fruit and vegetable consumption remains below WHO targets, while EU food safety leaders defend bloc standards amid ongoing scrutiny. Farming Community & Nature: Open Farm Sunday highlights water-meadow farming that protects wildlife and keeps traditional haymaking alive. Energy Inputs Pressure: With clean energy grid connections improving in the UK, the wider backdrop remains volatility in energy and input markets that directly affects farm costs.
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