Silver Fern Farms Optimistic About Premium Market Growth and Sustainability Focus
At a series of roadshows held late last year, Peter Robinson, the General Manager of Sales at Silver Fern Farms (SFF), shared an optimistic outlook with the company’s suppliers. He highlighted the growing strength and recognition of SFF’s brand, particularly in the premium market segment. Robinson noted a significant development in export dynamics. He pointed […]
Roma Store Cattle Sale: Spirited Trade on 16 Jan 2024
Roma Store Cattle Sale Witnesses a Vibrant Market with Increased Yarding On the 16th of January 2024, the Roma Store Cattle Sale saw a notable increase in cattle numbers, with a total yarding of 6,317, a significant rise of 3,604 from the previous sale. The saleyard buzzed with activity, drawing cattle from New South Wales […]
Eastern States Young Cattle Indicator – 16th Jan 2024
In a detailed analysis of the current young cattle market, the Eastern States Young Cattle Indicator (ESYCI) presents a mixed bag of results as of the 16th of January, 2024. The ESYCI, a critical barometer for the industry, recorded a moderate day-on-day increase of 12.90 points, yet the year-on-year figures suggest a significant decline of […]
Forbes and Ballarat Livestock Markets Analysis: 16th January 2024
Forbes Livestock Market Report: 16th January 2024 In the latest saleyard activity, Forbes reported a significant increase in livestock numbers, with total yarding reaching 36,300, a jump of 12,000 from the previous sale. Sheep numbers rose to 9,150, and lamb numbers saw an even larger increase, with 27,150 lambs yarded. The surge in lamb numbers […]
Arizona’s New Legislative Front: Bills to Tame Cultivated Meat Market
Big news from the sun-drenched state of Arizona! Lawmakers are rolling up their sleeves with a couple of bills that are all about putting some rules in place for cultivated meat products. You know, the kind of meat that doesn’t come from the farm but from labs and other futuristic sources. First up, we’ve got […]
The Ongoing Battle Against Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza
Let’s talk about something that’s been flying under the radar for a while but is super important: the battle against Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza, or HPAI as the experts call it. As of early December, things have gotten pretty intense. We’re seeing over 68 million birds affected by this virus. After a somewhat quiet summer, […]
U.S. Pork Exports Soar; Beef Market Hits a Bump
U.S. pork exports are on a roll, especially this past November. We’re talking a big thumbs-up from buyers in Mexico and those countries in Central and South America. The folks at the U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF) are sharing some pretty impressive numbers. November saw pork exports jump by 5% compared to last year, hitting […]
Weather Trends in New Zealand as 2024 Progresses
As we step into 2024, New Zealand’s weather patterns continue to intrigue and challenge predictions. January has surprisingly been more summery than anticipated, with a mix of rain, thunderstorms, and drizzle, alongside significant periods of calm and settled weather. Currently, the country’s soil moisture map presents a varied picture, resembling ‘Swiss cheese’ with patches of […]
2024: A Pivotal Year for the Cow-Calf Sector
The past two to three years have seen the majority of the cow-calf sector in a defensive stance, grappling with adverse weather and rising production costs. The widespread drought has led to significant herd liquidation, contributing to an estimated 11% reduction in the beef cow herd since its peak in 2019, with about 6% of […]
Upcoming Hearings on EPA’s New Meat Processing Wastewater Standards
The meat industry is preparing for key dates, January 24 and 31, to discuss the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) proposed rules aimed at enhancing the quality of water discharged from meat processing plants into public waterways. Industry representatives and other stakeholders have until January 22 to register for a chance to present their perspectives on […]
