Ag commodities, this week

1. Ag commodities

   Energy costs and food inflation

   RaboResearch, in a Rabobank-sponsored segment, warned crop margins face a global squeeze from input costs; Federated Farmers discussed NZ electricity prices post-election. Market to Market linked fuel costs to a K-shaped consumer recovery.

   Why it matters. Energy and input inflation is compressing grower and farm margins across several markets at once.

   Listen: Irish Farmers Journal podcasts · Food Talk with Dani Nierenberg (Food Tank) · Federated Farmers Podcast

2. Ag commodities

   UK dairy exports to Mexico

   On AHDB's The AG Show, International Trade Development Director Lucy Randolph said the CPTPP agreement has made Mexico tariff-free for UK dairy, with the first cheese shipment recently sent.

   Why it matters. A new tariff-free outlet could open fresh demand for UK dairy exporters seeking markets beyond Europe.

   Listen: The AG Show (AHDB)

3. Policy & farm business

   Rural economy outlook

   Farmers Weekly and Meet the Farmers covered the UK Autumn Budget's hit on farming; Dewing Grain reported a grain price crash tied to peace talks. Country Life profiled Hawke's Bay transport and rural development.

   Why it matters. Budget and price shocks feed straight into farm profitability, inheritance tax exposure and planting decisions.

   Listen: Country Life (RNZ) · The Farmers Weekly Podcast · Meet the Farmers (RuralPod Media) · Dewing Grain Podcast

Also in this edition

• Winter feeding and silage management
• Pest management and climate
• Climate change and farm resilience
• Recruiting new talent in farming
• Sheep sector talent and productivity
• Women in male-dominated sectors
• Youth entry into agriculture
• Grape pomace silage boosts feed quality

Ag commodities in earlier weeks

• Week 43 · 15–21 Oct 2026

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