Meat & Livestock News

Australian Red Meat Exporters: Opportunity to Feature on the Aussie Meat Trade Hub Database

The Aussie Meat Trade Hub, launched earlier this year by Meat & Livestock Australia (MLA), has quickly established itself as a comprehensive resource for the international trade of Australian beef, lamb, and goat meat. This platform offers a range of services and tools designed to facilitate the buying, selling, promotion, and marketing of Australian red […]

Agriculture Market Update: Cattle and Sheep Weekly Review

Cattle Market Sees a Slight Dip Ahead of Christmas As the festive season approached, the cattle market experienced a modest downturn. This week, cattle yardings decreased by 20,615, totalling 77,881 head. Despite this significant week-on-week reduction, it marked the second-largest week of the year in terms of yardings. The decline in buyers and processors attending […]

Agriculture Sector Year-End Review: NLRS Christmas Closure and Saleyard Schedules

NLRS Christmas Shutdown and Saleyard Operations As the year draws to a close, the National Livestock Reporting Service (NLRS) is set to pause its operations for the Christmas period. The service will resume in the first week of the new year, following the festive break. Saleyards across the country are entering their final week of […]

Exploring Agrivoltaics: Integrating Solar Panels with Agriculture in Australia

The Potential of Agri Voltaics in Australia Australia holds significant potential for combining solar panel installations with traditional farming practices, a concept known as agri voltaics or ‘agrisolar’. This innovative approach, which involves co-locating agricultural production systems with solar development, offers a promising pathway for farmers, solar developers, and governments. However, the successful implementation of […]

Trends in Australia’s Carbon Market in 2023

Government Reforms and Market Stability In 2023, Australia’s carbon market underwent significant changes, primarily due to new and updated legislation introduced by the Federal Labor Government. The year commenced with the release of the “Chubb-review,” led by former chief scientist Professor Ian Chubb. This review, which examined the framework of the carbon market, concluded that […]

Review of the Sheep and Lamb Market in 2023

Overview of Market Challenges and Confidence Fluctuations The sheep and lamb industry in 2023 encountered a series of unprecedented challenges, leading to significant fluctuations in market confidence and indicator pricing. The year was characterised by a mix of uncertainty and resilience, impacting producer sentiments and market dynamics. Factors Influencing Market Outlook Producer confidence, weather forecasts, […]

AMIC Welcomes China’s Reinstatement of Australian Meat Exporters

The Australian Meat Industry Council (AMIC) has expressed its satisfaction with China’s decision to reinstate export approvals for three Australian meat export processors. These approvals were previously suspended due to COVID-19 detections during the pandemic. Patrick Hutchinson, CEO of AMIC, acknowledged the progress made in resolving some of the outstanding issues that had affected these […]

Southeast Asia Beef Trade: Emerging Trends and Future Outlook

December 2023 – 119th Edition Key Developments in Southeast Asia’s Beef Trade As 2023 draws to a close, Southeast Asia’s beef and cattle trade is undergoing significant changes, setting the stage for the next 5-10 years. The region’s economic landscape, particularly in manufacturing and tourism-dependent nations, has been reshaped by global economic shifts, leading to […]

Cattle Australia’s Initiative for National Land Management and Biodiversity Standards in Beef Production

Cattle Australia has announced its commitment to establishing a national framework for land management and biodiversity in Australian beef production. This initiative, aimed at aligning with international reporting requirements, follows a recent gathering of over 50 industry leaders in Rockhampton. Dr Chris Parker, CEO of Cattle Australia, emphasised the need for a clear, evidence-based approach […]