Overview The war in the Middle East continues to dominate the market, but this is far different to the Ukraine / Russian conflict. The closure of the Strait of Hormuz where 20% of the world’s oil, 20% of the world’s liquid gas and 30% of the world’s fertiliser...
Market Overview Conflict in the Middle East The war between the US/Israel and Iran has caused major volatility for global markets. In response to the missile strikes, Iran has blocked the Strait of Hormuz which is regarded as one of the busiest oil shipping channels...
Market Overview Wheat / Barley / Maize In the latest monthly report, the USDA decreased the world wheat ending stocks fractionally by 0.74MT. Despite the drop, global ending stocks remain at a five year high. Global Wheat production remains at record levels despite...
Market Overview Wheat / Barley / Maize The latest WASDE report lifted it’s forecast for world wheat stocks by more than the market was expecting. The revision reflected upgrades to estimates for 2025/2026 harvests in several major exporters including the EU and...
James Warwick has been working hard to bring down the age at first calving in his suckler herd and speed up bull finishing times. Originally from Cambridgeshire, James relocated to Bude, North Cornwall, nine years ago to farm alongside his grandparents, John and Jan...
Market Overview Wheat / Barley / Maize Global wheat production projected to reach record levels for 2025/2026. The WASDE report global production at 829MT (+29MT year-on-year). The EU wheat crop is +20MT year-on-year. In the UK, projections have wheat production at...
