Cattle Market Report: Wagga Saleyard Insights 20th Nov 2023
At the recent Wagga Saleyard auction, the total yarding numbered 3,555, marking a decrease of 915 from the previous auction. Despite this reduction in numbers, the quality of cattle on offer was consistently fair to good, particularly evident in the finished cattle across diverse trade categories. A significant factor influencing the market at this sale […]
Australian Cattle and Sheep Market: Weekly Update
The Australian cattle and sheep markets have shown varied trends in the past week, with notable changes in prices, yardings, and slaughter rates. This report provides a comprehensive overview of the latest developments in these sectors. Cattle Market Trends Cattle prices have seen an upward trend this week, particularly for feeder and restocker cattle. Total […]
Australian Lot Feeding Sector Reaches Record Highs in 2023
The Australian Lot Feeders Association (ALFA) and Meat & Livestock Australia (MLA) have recently released the September lot feeding brief, providing a comprehensive overview of current trends in the lot feeding sector. This report highlights continued growth in the industry, with record-breaking figures in several key areas. Steady Growth in Capacity and On-Feed Numbers The […]
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, […]
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 […]
Australia Eyes Christmas Cheer in Beef Trade Talks with China
In a hopeful turn of events, the Australian Government is looking towards a merry resolution with China on the beef trade impasse by this Christmas. This optimism stems from Prime Minister Anthony Albanese’s recent diplomatic visit to Beijing, which seems to have thawed the frosty relations. Since the Labor government took the reins last year, […]
Australian Beef Herd Nears Official Reduction Phase, Reveals Latest ABS Data
The Australian beef industry is on the cusp of entering an ‘official’ herd reduction phase, as indicated by the latest quarterly data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) on livestock slaughter and meat production volumes. The data, which covers up to 30 September, provides insights into the Female Slaughter Ratio (FSR) for cattle, a […]
Innovative Sensor Technology Set to Revolutionise Cattle Nutrition in Australia
Researchers at the University of Queensland are pioneering a breakthrough in beef cattle nutrition using simple on-animal sensors, a development that could significantly enhance the efficiency of cattle supplementation. This innovative approach, led by Tamara Freitas-Kirk, a master’s student with the Queensland Alliance for Agriculture and Food Innovation, employs wireless technology and motion detection cameras […]
