July 2026: Policy, cereal, beef, sheep and milk updates and a spotlight on potato markets and optical grading technology

Along with our regular monthly updates on policy, cereals, beef, sheep and milk, in this edition we also have a spotlight on potato markets and optical grading technology.

Timestamps and links for Show Notes

00:45 News in Brief

06:50 Policy Briefs – New EU rules on New Genomic Techniques (NGTs). Fair Dealing Obligations (Pigs) Regulations 2025. Growing Consumer Awareness of Regenerative Agriculture. Forestry Grant Scheme budget increased for 2026/27. Latest estimates for agricultural greenhouse gas emissions

15:48 Cereals – Latest news and market update

23:53 Beef – Latest news and market update

30:14 Sheep – Latest news and market update

36:15 Milk – Latest news and market update

44:32 Sector focus – potato markets and optical grading technology

53:52 Further articles – Planning and Preparing for Water Scarcity (webinars). Ensuring A Resilient Water Supply For Your Farm (article). Precision Weed Control Powered by Artificial Intelligence (FAS TV). The Use Of AI In Poultry (podcast).

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