Scottish cattle population continues to show signs of stabilisation

There has been a slowdown in the rate of herd decline

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Scottish cattle population continues to show signs of stabilisation

Scotland's beef sector entered 2026 with prime cattle availability supported by lower-than-expected slaughter levels in 2025, according to Quality Meat Scotland (QMS). A slowdown in the rate of herd...

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