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Tuesday 15 July 2008

Sheep Better Returns Programme FREE SCOPS Event

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Wednesday 16 July 2008

Better Returns Programme - Sheep Live to Dead Event

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Thursday 17 July 2008

Better Returns Programme - Summer Grazing Meeting

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Tuesday 22 July 2008

SBRP Sheep Workshop

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Wednesday 23 July 2008

Better Returns Programme - Sheep Live to Dead Event

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Obtaining up to date and comparable price information is important to identify the outlet that will offer the highest return for the farm system.  Understanding the factors that affect price comparison for both liveweight and deadweight markets and matching stock accordingly to the chosen markets requirements is vital.   An efficient marketing strategy will help to maximise returns.  

Current Market Pricing Sources Include

EBLEX web pages (www.eblex.org.uk/marketprices)

Meat and Livestock Commission (www.mlc.org.uk)

Farmers Weekly magazine (published Fridays)

Farmers Weekly Interactive (www.fwi.co.uk)

Farmers Guardian newspaper (published Fridays)

Regional press (publication dates vary)

Deadweight Price Calculator

This deadweight price calculator will enable lamb producers to compare the prices offered by two abattoirs, taking into account different dressing specifications, abattoir charges and transport deductions.  The converter presents the user with a straightforward like-for-like comparison of the prices offered by two abattoirs.  For more information about the Deadweight calculator and Dressing Specifications click here.


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BULLETINS

BRP Bulletins

08 April 2005

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BRP Bulletin December 2004

06 April 2005

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2006 Performance Recorded Flock Directory now available

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07 March 2005

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