Business and Policy News Audio July 2026: Policy, cereal, beef, sheep and milk updates and a spotlight on potato markets and optical grading technology

Along with our regular monthly updates on policy, cereals, beef, sheep and milk, in this edition we also have a spotlight on potato markets and optical grading technology.Timestamps and links for Show Notes 00:45 News in Brief06:50 Policy Briefs – New EU rules on New Genomic Techniques (NGTs). Fair Dealing Obligations (Pigs) Regulations 2025. Growing Consumer Awareness of Regenerative Agriculture. Forestry Grant Scheme budget increased for 2026/27. Latest estimates for agricultural greenhouse gas emissions15:48 Cereals – Latest news and market update23:53 Beef – Latest news and market update30:14 Sheep – Latest news and market update36:15 Milk – Latest news and market update44:32 Sector focus – potato markets and optical grading technology53:52 Further articles – Planning and Preparing for Water Scarcity (webinars). Ensuring A Resilient Water Supply For Your Farm (article). Precision Weed Control Powered by Artificial Intelligence (FAS TV). The Use Of AI In Poultry (podcast).Links and Resources: Newsletters - Business & Policy Edition - Farm Advisory Service [email protected] Genomic Techniques (NGTs)Fair Dealing Obligations (Pigs) Regulations 2025Growing Consumer Awareness of Regenerative Agriculture (ADM report)Forestry Grant Scheme budget increased for 2026/27Scottish Agriculture Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions and Nitrogen Use 2024–25 statisticsWater Scarcity - YouTubePlanning and preparing for water scarcity - NE Scotland - recorded webinarEnsuring A Resilient Water Supply For Your FarmPrecision Weed Control Powered by Artificial IntelligenceThe Use Of AI In PoultryPublications: Scottish National Adaptation Plan Annual Report 2025-2026 - gov.scotAvian influenza (bird flu): how to spot and report the diseaseClassical swine fever: how to spot and report the diseaseBluetongue: how to spot and report the disease SEPA Water scarcity levels and reportsConsultations: NatureScot - General Licensing Review National Strategy for Community Justice: review of 2022 strategy - Scottish Government consultations - Citizen SpaceFor more information, visit www.FAS.scotFacebook: @FASScotNational Advice HubPhone: 0300 323 0161Email: [email protected]