2024 Begins with a Positive Outlook for Australian Livestock Markets
The Australian livestock markets have kicked off 2024 on a strong note, with both cattle and sheep sectors showing encouraging signs of growth following the Christmas break. Cattle Market Sees Uplift The cattle market has experienced a notable increase in prices over the last few months. This positive trend is largely attributed to the sale […]
2023’s NLRS Slaughter Data: A Detailed Look
Last year, the National Livestock Reporting Service (NLRS) kept giving us weekly updates on slaughter numbers from all around the country. It’s been a year where the weather, how confident farmers felt, and the ups and downs of the market all played a part. And, we’ve not seen so many sheep and cows being processed […]
Hamilton Sheep Sale Report: 12th January 2024
The latest Hamilton Sheep Sale, conducted on the 12th of January, 2024, showcased a total yarding of 12,000 sheep, marking a noticeable decrease from the previous sale. Despite the lower numbers, the quality of the stock presented was exceptional, predominantly featuring a mix of heavy and medium-weight crossbred ewes, along with a significant representation of […]
2023: A Landmark Year for Australian Beef Exports
TLDR Australia witnessed a remarkable surge in beef exports in 2023, reaching a volume not seen in the past five years. Official data from the Department of Agriculture reveals that exports exceeded 1.08 million tonnes, a significant jump from the previous year and the highest since the drought-driven peak of 2019. The year 2023 marked […]
Hamilton Lamb Sale: A Detailed Review of the Market Trends and Prices on January 10, 2024
The Hamilton Lamb Sale on January 10, 2024, marked a substantial increase in livestock numbers, with a total of 39,000 lambs presented, a notable rise of 24,000 from the previous sale. This boost reflects the attractive prices in the market. The lambs, predominantly in the trade weight category, were of high quality, with a lesser […]
Summer Lamb Campaign Sizzles with Unity Message, Bridging Australia’s Generational Divide
The latest Summer Lamb campaign, which premiered during the 6 pm news bulletin on Channel 7 and 9, presents a unique take on bridging the generational divide in Australia. The campaign, centred around the theme of unity, emphasises that Australians have more in common than what separates them. Summer, a prime season for Australians to […]
Thomas Foods International Forges Significant Export Agreement with Shanghai-based Company
In a notable advancement for the Australian red meat sector, Thomas Foods International (TFI), headquartered in Adelaide, has recently finalised a substantial export contract with Shanghai Paradise Garden Healthy Food Company. This pivotal agreement, valued at $30 million, involves the export of locally sourced red meat to China by the conclusion of 2024. This development […]
Dalby Saleyard Market Report: An Overview of the January 10, 2024 Cattle Auction
In the first auction of the year, Dalby Saleyard hosted a relatively modest cattle market, with a total of 1,151 cattle, a notable decrease from the previous sale (-3403 from prior yarding). The cattle hailed predominantly from local and usual supply areas, supplemented by a smaller number from far Western Queensland and New South Wales. […]
Eastern States Young Cattle Indicator 9th January 2024 Shows Market Trends
In the latest report dated January 9, 2024, the Eastern States Young Cattle Indicator (EYCI) presents key data on cattle pricing and volume, offering insights into the Australian cattle market. The report synthesizes figures from major saleyards, which serve as a benchmark for industry pricing and market volume nationwide. The EYCI stands at 594.85, with […]
Forbes and Ballarat Saleyards Report: A Surge in Sheep and Lamb Yarding – January 9th, 2024
Forbes Saleyard Analysis – January 9th, 2024 The Forbes saleyard kicked off the year with an impressive total yarding of 24,300, marking an increase of 17,750 from the last sale. Of these, 4,850 were sheep (up by 1,750) and a significant 19,450 were lambs (up by 16,000). Quality varied, with a fair mix of well-finished […]
