Beef & Lamb

Red meat retail performance – 9 August 2026

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 07:43:30 GMT

Red meat retail performance – 9 August 2026

Kent: Your life, your call – farming, family and future

Mon, 24 Aug 2026 12:44:39 GMT

Give yourself the tools to communicate better, handle difficult conversations and plan with clarity at this one-day workshop, delivered by Amy Hughes of EmpowerAg.

Delivered through our Roots to Resilience programme, this workshop has been specifically created for farmers, to help you get clarity on what really matters for yourself and your business, giving you the tools to communicate well, get everyone on the same page and move forward with a clear direction.

This workshop will help you

Handle difficult conversations – Learn to navigate disagreements about succession, investment, or daily decisions and turn conflict into progress
Get everyone on the same page – Create and communicate a clear direction that your family and team can understand, support, and be involved with
Understand your own mindset – See the patterns and habits that are holding you back, and learn how to break them
Understand others – Learn to figure out and understand the causes of resistance and difficult behaviour in others

What you'll take away

Clear actionable steps to move your business forward
Practical tools to communicate and handle difficult conversations

Important information

The workshop is part-funded by AHDB Beef and Lamb, reducing the cost to £50.72 per person. This includes training materials, refreshments for the duration of the workshop and a voluntary follow-up session with Amy Hughes
Course tutor Amy Hughes of EmpowerAg has built the course using her personal and professional experience of working with family farms
Bookings are made directly with EmpowerAg, via Ticket Tailor and are non-refundable
Please be aware that there are limited spaces and we are operating a first-come, first-served basis
Priority will be given to beef and sheep farmers in England. If you are a levy payer from Scotland or Wales, or in another sector, you can add your name to a waiting list by emailing rootstoresilience@ahdb.org.uk. We will be in touch nearer the event time to confirm availability
This course is directed at active farmers. A CPH is required to secure the discounted rate

When you book a place on these workshops, your booking and payment will be processed by EmpowerAg via Ticket Tailor. AHDB will receive your name, contact details and booking information from EmpowerAg for the purpose of managing the event and evaluating its impact.

For details on how AHDB handles your personal data, please see our privacy notice. For details on how EmpowerAg handles your data, please refer to the privacy policy on their booking page.

Further information

Hear what other farmers say about the course.

If you have any questions about these events, contact your regional knowledge exchange manager.

CPD points are available for the workshop.

How do cattle carcase prices affect supermarket prices, and what does that means for farmers?

Mon, 24 Aug 2026 12:44:29 GMT

How do cattle carcase prices affect supermarket prices, and what does that means for farmers?

How has volatility in store cattle prices affected profitability on farm? Beef market update

Fri, 21 Aug 2026 11:04:55 GMT

How has volatility in store cattle prices affected profitability on farm? Beef market update

Brazil’s cattle herd contraction not slowing export volumes: Beef market update

Fri, 21 Aug 2026 11:00:27 GMT

Brazil’s cattle herd contraction not slowing export volumes: Beef market update

Recovering grassland and setting autumn priorities

Tue, 18 Aug 2026 12:21:08 GMT

After one of the most challenging grazing seasons in recent years, many livestock farmers are asking the same question: where do we go from here?

Join James Daniel of Precision Grazing for this practical webinar exploring the options available to livestock farmers following this season's drought conditions.

The session will cover:

The likely impact on autumn pasture growth and forage crops
How to recover drought-affected paddocks quickly when rainfall returns
Prioritising livestock groups and grazing management to set-up for a successful spring 2027

Reduced grass growth, shrinking grazing covers and increased reliance on supplementary feed have put pressure on livestock performance, body condition and farm profitability.

As conditions begin to change, the decisions made over the coming weeks will play a key role in determining how quickly grazing systems recover and how well farms are positioned for autumn and winter.

Drawing on his experience working with livestock businesses across the UK, James will discuss the impact of prolonged dry weather on grass production, animal performance and farm productivity, alongside practical management strategies to support recovery.

He will also share practical advice on avoiding common mistakes that can slow recovery and reduce grass production going into the winter months.

UK production resilient despite lower slaughter: Beef market update

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 09:52:13 GMT

UK production resilient despite lower slaughter: Beef market update

What do you want your soil to deliver?

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 09:09:21 GMT

What do you want your soil to deliver?

Lamb and pork deliver on food apps despite £400m decline in takeaway market

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 13:20:11 GMT

Lamb and pork deliver on food apps despite £400m decline in takeaway market

Your soil, your business, your goals

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 12:31:25 GMT

Learn how soil function supports business performance and decide how you want it to deliver for your business.

Every farm relies on its soil, but when was the last time you asked yourself a simple question: What do I want my soil to deliver for my business?

This first webinar in the updated GREATsoils programme will help you think differently about the role soils play in business performance.

We'll explore:

What healthy soil looks like
What healthy soil can do for your business
Why different farms need different soil outcomes
How to set clear soil-related goals

You'll hear practical examples from an experienced speaker and leave with a better understanding of how soil function can support your farm business.

We'll also share a downloadable resource toolkit and links to AHDB tools and guidance to support your soil management plans.

The webinar marks the start of a wider programme that will support farmers throughout the year.

EU cattle population falls again in December 2025 as breeding herd continues to shrink

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 15:31:07 GMT

EU cattle population falls again in December 2025 as breeding herd continues to shrink

Cornwall: Suckler beef farm walk

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 11:45:03 GMT

During this practical on-farm event, we’ll explore the role suckler beef plays within the wider beef supply chain.

Our ‘Stronger herds for stronger returns’ campaign recognises the value of suckler beef and supporting a resilient future for the sector.

Join us for a day of practical learning, discussion and collaboration with fellow producers and industry experts.

The farm walk will incorporate a series of stations focusing on productivity, efficiency and profitability.

What to expect

Interactive discussions with fellow suckler beef farmers and industry representatives
Farm system overview – hear from the host farmer about their suckler beef system, key challenges and how they have overcome them
Housing management – housing expert Jamie Robertson will talk about shed designs to suit your suckler system
Using the right genetics – our genetics team will explain how to select genetics that suit your system and introduce some of the AHDB tools available to support your decisions
Positive environmental focus – using farm-specific examples Rachael Madeley-Davies, AHDB Head of Environment, will explore how suckler beef systems can support positive environmental outcomes and contribute to the future of sustainable beef production

What you’ll take away

You’ll leave with a practical understanding of:

Approaches to using genetic data to support herd improvement decisions
How productive cattle can contribute to both environmental and business outcomes
Simple steps to improve housing to benefit animal health and performance

You’ll also take away new insights, perspectives and contacts from discussions with fellow producers and technical experts.

Others in the series

Important information

Kindly supported by Kepak

This is a fully funded event with lunch provided.

Spaces are limited so early booking is advised.

If you have any questions about these events, contact your regional knowledge exchange manager.

EU red meat short term outlook – mid-year update 2026

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 11:20:05 GMT

EU red meat short term outlook – mid-year update 2026

Berkshire: Halal – dispelling the myths and exploring the market

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 10:39:21 GMT

Want to learn more about the halal market and what it means for your business?

Join us at this meeting to hear from Dr Awal Fuseini, AHDB Halal Sector Senior Manager, as he talks about market opportunities, busts some myths and answers your questions.

What we'll cover:

The market forces in export and halal markets
Myths that surround the halal market in the UK
Export markets
Health and welfare from a vet perspective

Agenda

10:00 Arrival and tea/coffee
11:00 Welcome and host farm introduction
11:15 Halal – dispelling the myths and exploring the market
12:00 Larkmead Vets – welfare and market demand
12:30 Lunch
13:30 Farm walk
14:30 Close

Webinar: Tackling lameness for healthier, more efficient cows

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 08:39:36 GMT

Healthy feet are essential for productive, efficient dairy cows and improving foot health plays an important role in reducing greenhouse gas emissions.

Join veterinary consultant Sara Pedersen from Farm Dynamics Ltd to discover how a proactive approach to lameness management can benefit both animal welfare and environmental performance.

You’ll hear how Ben Hartley at Mason House Farm made foot health a focus area through the UK Dairy Carbon Network project. He will explain why tackling lameness was a priority for his business and the practical changes made to improve mobility across the herd.

Sara will explain how the Healthy Feet Programme provides a structured approach to identifying areas for improvement and creating a bespoke foot health plan tailored to each individual farm.

Key learning outcomes

Understand the link between improved foot health, cow performance and reducing the carbon footprint of milk production
Discover why Mason House Farm prioritised lameness and the impact of taking action
Learn how the Healthy Feet Programme helps identify key risks and develop a practical farm-specific improvement plan
Explore the changes made at Mason House Farm, including adjustments to foot trimming techniques, routine protocols and mobility scoring
Take away practical ideas to support earlier detection, improve mobility and reduce the impact of lameness in your own herd

Leave with practical insights and proven approaches to help improve foot health, support cow longevity and make positive changes that benefit both your business and the environment.

UK industry unites to Make it Lamb for Love Lamb Week 2026

Mon, 03 Aug 2026 13:20:32 GMT

UK industry unites to Make it Lamb for Love Lamb Week 2026

Suckler beef: Stronger herds for stronger returns

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 08:13:00 GMT

Suckler beef: Stronger herds for stronger returns

What is El Niño, and what are the potential effects on the UK livestock markets?

Thu, 30 Jul 2026 11:35:12 GMT

What is El Niño, and what are the potential effects on the UK livestock markets?

Red meat retail performance – 12 July 2026

Thu, 30 Jul 2026 07:45:04 GMT

Red meat retail performance – 12 July 2026

Devon: Bluetongue information evening

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 10:23:03 GMT

Join Torch Farm Vets for a free information evening on bluetongue virus (BTV).

Why attend?

Get the latest guidance
Ask your questions
Protect your livestock

Guest speaker

Liz Nabb BVMS PhD CertAVP MRCVS (APHA) – Veterinary Investigation Officer, Animal & Plant Health Agency

The Farming Community Network (FCN) are attending and supporting this event.