Straights Update 14th September 2023

Straights Update 14th September 2023

Market Overview Wheat / Barley / Maize Following the WASDE report published by the USDA on Tuesday, the general reaction was a bullish report for Wheat. Global Wheat supplies are estimated to decline by 7.2MT. This is due to downward revisions to production on Major...
Straights Update 24th August 2023

Straights Update 24th August 2023

Market Overview Wheat / Barley / Maize Markets remain reactive to any news on Ukraine’s exports. It has been reported that Ukraine is exploring an option of creating a new ‘humanitarian corridor’ for grain shipments out of the Black Sea Region, using...
Nutrition underpins top fertility

Nutrition underpins top fertility

The Daniel Family   The Daniel family farm at Lower Rillaton near Callington.  Jack Daniel runs the farm with his wife Karen and sons Matt and Alex, although his father Chris is still involved on a daily basis.  They run 180 all-year-round calving Holstein cows...
A good start for your youngstock

A good start for your youngstock

Preparing your youngstock for a flying start To ensure maximum immunity and desired growth rates, both the management factors and milk powder need to work in harmony to achieve targeted performance.   Housing I think I will start in the calving pen. Make sure it...
Straights Update 19th July 2023

Straights Update 19th July 2023

Market Overview Russia refuse to agree renewal of the Black Sea Grain corridor.  The deal which expired on Monday evening allowed Ukraine to export grains and other commodities through the Black Sea safely.  Ukraine is a major supplier of key crops in the world...
Feeding your dry cows

Feeding your dry cows

The most important cows on your farm How do you feed your dry cows and prepare them for a good start in their next lactation? Ask 10 dairy farmers this question, you could easily get 10 different answers depending on a wide range of factors including breed of cow,...