New June abattoir throughput figures released
HCC’s Market Bulletin for July examines recently released abattoir throughput figures from Defra for June.
Key points include:
- Beef production for the first half of this year is similar to 2025 despite lower throughput.
- Sheep meat throughput for 2026 so far is also lower on the year with UK sheep supplies expected to remain relatively tight during the second half of 2026.
- Looking ahead, constrained domestic livestock supplies are likely to remain a key feature of the market. Beef prices are expected to remain well supported by limited cattle availability, while tighter sheep supplies may help underpin lamb prices, provided consumer demand remains resilient during the second half of the year.
For the full analysis, click here to read the Market Bulletin for July. It also includes a monthly market round-up on recent prices for cattle, sheep and pigs, as well as a call for feedback on the Market Bulletin. Let us know what you would like us to cover in the future by completing this short survey: Holiadur Bwletin y Farchnad HCC Market Bulletin Survey 2026
