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UK beef production expected to fall 5% over coming months

UK forced to rely on imports as consumer demand rises

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AHDB is forecasting a reduction in beef cattle stocks
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AHDB is forecasting a reduction in beef cattle stocks

UK beef production is expected to decrease by 5% in 2025 while domestic beef consumption is forecast to grow by 1%, according to the latest analysis from AHDB. The reduction in UK beef production, expected...

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