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7 March 2025
The demand for compound feed in Great Britain is expected to rise in the 2024/25 season, driven primarily by increased cattle and sheep feed production.
14 July 2021
Straw prices have continued to creep up, supported by lower yields of this seasons harvest tightening available supplies on the market.
6 January 2025
Livestock farmers are encouraged to forward buy or secure their straw requirement, or look at alternative bedding options for this coming winter, sooner rather than later.
28 February 2025
Northumberland grower Pip Robson is the new Monitor Farmer in the North East of the UK
17 June 2019
The pros and cons associated with the decision to incorporate or sell straw are outlined in an updated AHDB publication.
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20 February 2025
Our Harvest Toolkit includes a wealth of information on grain prices, harvest results, straw, grain sampling practice, grain storage and grain marketing
17 October 2018
Bedding has a significant bearing on animal health and welfare. The bedding materials directory provides a summary of the different materials that can be used in cattle and sheep housing.
22 August 2018
AHDB has released a checklist to give farmers practical advice on how to manage if affected by a lack of straw this winter.
17 August 2018
Despite additional hectares of straw being made available by cereal growers, there is still likely to be a shortage due to lower yields and an increased requirement for feeding. This factsheet explains the importance of assessing your straw needs and planning for any deficit.
3 February 2025
Here are the pros and cons associated with the decision to either incorporate or sell straw.