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Written question asked by Neil Hudson (Conservative) on Wednesday, 3 June 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 11 June 2026 (named day). It was answered by Angela Eagle (Labour) on Thursday, 11 June 2026 on behalf of the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs.

Sheep: Livestock Industry

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what assessment her Department has made of the impact of (a) current market conditions and (b) input costs on the UK sheep sector.

Answer

The Government continues to work closely with all livestock sectors as they face higher input costs particularly for fuel, energy, and fertiliser.

At the March 2026 meeting of the UK Agriculture Market Monitoring Group (UKAMMG), Defra and the Devolved Governments decided to closely monitor the price and availability of these key inputs in light of the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.

The UKAMMG monitors UK agricultural markets including price, supply, inputs, trade, and recent developments including international conflicts and extended unfavourable weather. The Group meets monthly, enabling it to provide forewarning of any atypical market movements.

Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
6625
Session
2026-27
Grouped for answer
Yes
Subjects
Costs Sheep Livestock industry
Link
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