New Traineeship Programme Aims to Fortify Australia’s Chicken Meat Workforce
Introduction As the average Australian now consumes 1 kg of chicken meat each week, AgriFutures Australia has launched the Cultivate Traineeship Programme. This 12-month initiative is designed to attract individuals seeking early career opportunities in the chicken meat sector. Programme Features The Cultivate Traineeship Programme offers participants a Certificate III in Poultry Production. Successful completion […]
Expansion of Beef Processing Facilities in Southern Australia: A Double-Edged Sword
Introduction Four new or significantly expanded beef processing facilities are set to commence operations in southern Australia. While these developments promise to inject competition into the livestock market, they also pose challenges for an already strained labour market in the processing industry. The New Facilities The four facilities gearing up for operations are: These facilities […]
Recent Southern Rainfall Offers Glimmer of Hope to Australian Cattle and Sheep Markets
Introduction Recent rainfall in southern Australia has provided a much-needed boost to the cattle and sheep markets, although experts caution that more is needed to significantly impact market dynamics. The rain has been a welcome respite, especially after a dry 2023 and heatwave conditions that have led to some low-cost sales in recent weeks. Market […]
Comprehensive Analysis of Australian Cattle Market Trends Reveals Varied Performance Across States
Introduction The National Livestock Reporting Service (NLRS) has recently released an in-depth analysis of the Australian cattle market, focusing on data up to the week ending 29 September 2023. The report aims to shed light on the performance of various cattle categories and their respective specifications across different states. National Trends The report indicates that […]
National Livestock Reporting Service Unveils 2022–2023 Saleyard Survey Results
Introduction On 29 September, the National Livestock Reporting Service (NLRS) published the results of the 2022–2023 Saleyard Survey. The annual survey, which is voluntarily reported, aims to provide the livestock industry with comprehensive data on saleyard throughput across all Australian states, excluding the Northern Territory. Purpose and Impact The survey’s data serves multiple purposes, including […]
Meat & Livestock Australia Invites Producers to Shape Future Research Initiatives
Overview Meat & Livestock Australia (MLA) is calling on grassfed beef and sheepmeat producers to participate in its producer consultation process. The initiative aims to let producers directly influence the research, development, and adoption (RD&A) activities funded by their levies. Funding and Impact The consultation process is part of a larger initiative that has already […]
New Zealand’s Economic Landscape: A Week in Review
Reserve Bank Holds Steady on Official Cash Rate In a move that met widespread expectations, the Reserve Bank has kept the Official Cash Rate (OCR) at 5.50%. The institution clarified that this rate is effectively tempering economic activity and easing inflationary pressures. The bank also emphasized that the New Zealand economy will need to experience […]
US Pork Exports to Mexico Continue to Shine, According to USMEF Data
DENVER — The US Meat Export Federation (USMEF) has reported that US pork exports in August remained consistent year-over-year, largely due to robust demand in the Mexican market Data from the US Department of Agriculture reveals that pork export volumes in August were stable at 226,519 tonnes compared to the same period last year. However, […]
US-Dominican Republic Poultry Trade Sees Regulatory Easing Amid HPAI Concerns
In a recent development, the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the Dominican Republic’s Livestock Directorate (DIGEGA) have updated the regulations concerning the export of U.S. poultry to the Dominican Republic. This comes as a significant shift, especially considering the U.S. poultry industry had been grappling with restrictions due to the High Pathogenic Avian […]
USDA and Tyson Foods Unveil “Climate-Smart Beef” Amid Environmental Queries
In a recent joint venture, Tyson Foods has teamed up with the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) to introduce a “Climate-Smart Beef” initiative. The programme claims a 10% cut in greenhouse gas emissions from a designated segment of Tyson’s cattle. These cattle are then processed and sold under the Brazen Beef brand, which features […]
