2023 Q3: A Pivotal Period for Australian Cattle and Sheep Industries
Recent data released by the Australian Bureau of Statistics for the third quarter of 2023 provides a revealing snapshot of the Australian cattle and sheep industries, marked by significant shifts and trends. Cattle Industry: A Detailed Look The cattle industry witnessed a substantial increase in slaughter rates during this period, with numbers reaching 1.91 million […]
National Slaughter Report – Week Ending 10th Nov 2023
The Australian cattle industry has observed a noticeable shift in the week ending 10th November 2023, as depicted by the latest data from Meat & Livestock Australia’s National Livestock Reporting Service. The figures indicate a mixed pattern of changes across different states, with the total headcount of cattle coming to 122,744. This figure presents a […]
Dubbo Cattle Sale 16 Nov 2023
At the recent Dubbo cattle sale, there was a notable reduction in livestock numbers, with a decrease of 260 head, culminating in a total yarding of 3,250. This sale showcased a diverse array of cattle, predominantly of fair to good quality, suitable for both feeders and processors. The selection prominently included well-finished grown steers, heifers, […]
Florida’s Bold Stance Against Lab-Grown Meat: The HB 435 Bill
In a striking legislative development, Florida’s House Republican Ryler Sirois has tabled a bill, labelled HB 435, that could dramatically reshape the state’s approach to cultivated meat. This bill, if passed, would place Florida at the forefront of states taking a firm stance against the burgeoning industry of lab-grown meat products. Introduced this Monday, the […]
HPAI Outbreaks Surge Across Europe and the United States
Europe has experienced a significant rise in Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) outbreaks, with 39 reported incidents across 13 countries since September, as per the European Commission’s Animal Disease Information System. Hungary has been the most affected in Europe, recording eight outbreaks in wild birds, followed closely by the Netherlands with seven recent outbreaks. Other […]
Cattle Market Trends: Increased Sales and Herd Liquidation
Recent trends in the cattle market have shown a notable increase in sales, driven by stronger cattle prices and environmental factors. Cattle producers, particularly in the United States, have been actively selling steers and heifers. This surge in sales is partly attributed to capitalising on the higher prices and, in some instances, necessitated by ongoing […]
Grangeville’s Meat Processing Ambitions Face Wastewater Hurdle
In the heart of Idaho, the city of Grangeville faces a significant challenge in its agricultural development plans. The city council has recently put a pause on a promising meat processing facility proposed by Legacy Beef LLC. The reason? Grangeville’s current wastewater treatment capabilities are not up to the task of handling the additional burden […]
US Livestock Market Sees Robust Trade with Over 368,000 Head of Cattle Auctioned
In a comprehensive nationwide overview of livestock auctions, the USDA reported a substantial volume of trade in the week ending 11 November 2023. Auctions across the United States saw a grand total of 368,549 head of cattle going under the hammer. Feeder cattle, young animals raised for beef production, constituted the bulk of the trade, […]
JBS SA Postpones New York Stock Exchange Listing Amidst Various Challenges
JBS SA, a major player in the global meat processing industry, has decided to postpone its planned listing on the New York Stock Exchange. This announcement was made by CEO Gilberto Tomazoni during a recent call with analysts discussing the company’s third-quarter earnings, as reported by Reuters. The delay in listing, according to Tomazoni, is […]
Coles Advances Carbon Neutral Beef Programme with Methane-Reducing Feed Additive
Coles, a leading national supermarket retailer in Australia, is expanding its carbon-neutral beef programme by incorporating a methane-reducing feed additive, Bovaer, into its supply chain. This initiative follows successful trials that demonstrated a reduction in cattle methane emissions by at least 50 per cent without impacting meat quality. Bovaer, developed by global nutrition and health […]
