A review of statements by the "Yes" campaign and others leaves a confusing picture of Scottish agricultural policy as we await the results of today's secession vote.
Scottish Ag Policy The outcome of today's vote in Scotland on whether to secede from the United Kingdom is not yet available, but a review of statements by the "Yes" campaign and others leaves a confusing picture of Scottish agricultural policy. The Scottish government's Rural Affairs Secretary, Richard Lochhead, is quoted saying, "Independence will open new doors and access to new markets for our produce. It will break down trade barriers and allow Scotland to target our own priority markets and capitalize on emerging opportunities and demand from countries for our...
What You Need to Know Today: The corn and soybean markets closed slightly higher in low-volume trade. The wheat market was mixed, with HRW continuing its downward trek on improved moisture. As expected, the bearish cattle on feed report drove down cattle prices and pulled hogs down with it. Mi...
Monday, 25 May is a U.S. holiday, and both the markets and our office will be closed. Please note that the next issue of Ag Perspectives will be published on Tuesday, 26 May. The WPI staff wishes everyone a safe and enjoyable holiday weekend...
USDA’s monthly cattle on feed report was released today. The total number of cattle on feed in feedlots with 1,000 head or more capacity amounted to 11.6 million head, 102 percent of last year. Source: USDA, WPI Placements were up, but part of that is attributable to persistent drought c...