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British agriculture has never been more exciting or full of prospects, says incoming chair Amy Hughes, describing an industry filled with passionate, determined people.

Meat imaging technology, soon available in the UK, can help beef producers better understand links between genetics and carcase quality, said Desi Cicale of Meat Imaging USA.

It's important to understand the value of mental health for individuals, families and the wider industry, said former rugby referee and beef farmer Nigel Owens MBE.

AHDB's Maternal Matters campaign looks at improving productivity and profitability in the suckler herd, with difficult calvings having a huge impact on performance.

Farmers have a real opportunity to embrace change to the benefit of their business and UK consumers, said Steve McLean, Head of Agriculture and Fisheries at Marks and Spencer.

The Sir John Hammond Award recognises significant contribution through research, teaching, knowledge exchange, breeding, farming or affiliated professions; entries close soon.

There are challenges and obstacles ahead for the ruminant sector, but opportunities are in abundance too, was the overall message from speakers at the BCBC conference.

A valuable insight into how sustainability can be improved across the beef supply chain was offered by Sarah Haire, Head of Agriculture at Dawn Meats and Dunbia.

The UK beef industry has an opportunity to deliver quality beef with a low carbon footprint sustainably and ethically, believes Seth Wareing of Stabiliser Cattle Company.

The mind is a powerful tool that can be positive and helpful, as well as negative and destructive, says Nigel Owens MBE, beef farmer and the most capped referee in world rugby.

British agriculture is facing a period of substantial change, and how the livestock industry adapts will be key to its success, said retailer Steve McLean at the conference.

At ABP, we work with thousands of farming families across the UK and understand the challenges and opportunities facing British livestock farming in 2022.