New members of Potato Council sector board
AHDB has appointed three new members to join the Potato Council sector board; Anthony Carroll of Carrolls Heritage Potatoes, Alistair Melrose of A J Allan Ltd and Zoe Henderson, a new independent member. Both Anthony and Alistair are well known to us and the industry having already served on Potato Council advisory committees, said Allan […]
Gleadell Market Report
GRAIN MARKETS – David Sheppard, managing director WHEAT US markets have rallied strongly since last week following the bullish corn stock report. Since last Thursday morning, old crop US corn futures have risen $1 per bushel (approximately $40 or 25 per tonne). With the likelihood of continued price rationing for US corn, feed producers will […]
Hitachi Capital Business Finance appoints marketing manager, Kelvin Briggs, to support its growth
Hitachi Capital Business Finance today announced the appointment of Kelvin Briggs as marketing manager to support its continued growth in the business asset finance market. Hitachi Capital Business Finance is a leading provider of business funding in a wide range of sectors, including farm, construction, materials handling, transport and manufacturing via hire purchase, finance lease […]
New Chief Executive strengthens research ties
In a move that will build upon an already blossoming relationship between two highly respected institutions, East Malling Research (EMR) has announced the appointment of Professor Peter Gregory as its new Chief Executive. As well as taking charge of the world-renowned research station in Kent from 1 May 2011, Peter Gregory will simultaneously take on […]
Ceva appoints new Swine Manager
Ceva Animal Health has appointed a new swine manager for the UK. Richard Bull brings to the company extensive knowledge of all aspects of the UK pig industry. Richard was previously a key account manager for a leading company within the animal feed industry. Prior to this, he was a knowledge transfer manager for the […]
Agribusiness recruitment benefits from increasing appeal of agriculture
The recent upturn in farm returns, especially in much of the arable sector, is bringing increased applications for jobs from people who turned their back on the industry in the past decade, according to agribusiness recruitment specialists Hunter Chase Consultants. Over the past 10 years or more, as companies in the supply industry have merged […]
New Agricultural Division appointment at Michelin
Laurent Mozziconacci, 38, has joined the agricultural division of Stoke-on-Trent-based Michelin Tyre plc. He takes over the role of Product Marketing and Technical Manager for the UK and Republic of Ireland from Peter Debenham, who is retiring after 44 years service to the company. Mr Mozziconacci was born in Michelins home-town of Clermont Ferrand in […]
Gleadell Fertiliser Report
FERTILISER MARKETS The first Indian Urea tender of the year has finally been announced and this has become the primary focus of the market. Tonnages are expected to be up to 1 million tonnes, and Iranian and Arab Gulf suppliers are expected to dominate the lowest tender offers with limited potential outlets for this Urea. The Urea market […]
Gleadell Market update
GRAIN MARKETS – David Sheppard, managing director WHEAT The IGC forecasts a record global grain crop should be harvested in 2011/12 but stocks are still likely to fall from already low levels. Grain production in 2011/12 is forecasted at 1,805mln/t, up from 1,726mln/t in 2010/11. However, it would still remain just short of the projected […]
