AuctionsPlus Records 14-Month Low in Cattle Listings Amid Market Volatility
AuctionsPlus, a prominent online livestock trading platform, displayed a sharp 40% drop in cattle listings last week, with numbers plummeting to just 6,352 head. This marks the lowest level of offerings since August 2022, aside from the usual seasonal lows during Easter and Christmas. The decline is noteworthy, particularly as it follows a period of […]
Rising Concerns Over Pests and Weeds in Australian Agriculture: A National Survey Reveals Increased Expenditure and New Challenges
The latest national survey conducted by the Australian Bureau of Agricultural and Resource Economics and Sciences (ABARES) has revealed growing concerns among land managers about pests and weeds. The 2022 survey indicates that 85% of land managers spent an average of around $21,950 on managing pest and weed species this year, highlighting an increased level […]
Australian Beef Gains Competitive Edge in Global Market
Price Movements: Closing the Gap with Brazil In the early 2000s, Australian cattle prices were closely aligned with those in Brazil and other South American beef-exporting nations. However, this trend shifted in 2015 when Australian cattle prices surged, creating a significant premium. Over the past year, the Australian heavy steer indicator has declined by just […]
Australian Lamb Slaughter Predicted to Exceed 22 Million Amidst Oversupply
Seasonal Trends in Sheep and Lamb Production Sheep and lamb production in Australia follows a seasonal pattern. Conception typically starts in January or February, leading to births in June or July. During the spring, pastures grow at their fastest rate, providing an ideal environment for weaning lambs and helping them gain weight. This season usually […]
Weekly Overview of Australian Cattle and Sheep Markets
Cattle Market Trends Yardings and Prices The past week saw an increase in cattle yardings, rising by 8,243 to a total of 34,299 head. This uptick was primarily due to resumed sales in New South Wales (NSW) and Queensland, which had been paused the previous week due to public holidays. Processor Cow Indicator The processor […]
Dutch-Origin Bovear Feed Additive Targets Cattle Methane Reduction in Australia
In a development that could be pivotal for Australia’s cattle-rearing sector, a feed supplement from the Netherlands, known as Bovear, is making its way into the country with the aim of curbing methane emissions from cows. This initiative is part of a wider strategy to lessen the environmental toll of animal husbandry. Bovear’s Role in […]
Weekly Update on Australian Cattle and Sheep Markets
Rainfall Boosts Southern Australia Last week, southern Australia experienced significant rainfall, with some regions in Victoria and New South Wales receiving more precipitation than they did in the entire month of September. In contrast, southeast Queensland, South Australia, and southwest Western Australia also received some rain, breaking the trend of a relatively dry winter. Cattle […]
New Traineeship Programme Aims to Fortify Australia’s Chicken Meat Workforce
Introduction As the average Australian now consumes 1 kg of chicken meat each week, AgriFutures Australia has launched the Cultivate Traineeship Programme. This 12-month initiative is designed to attract individuals seeking early career opportunities in the chicken meat sector. Programme Features The Cultivate Traineeship Programme offers participants a Certificate III in Poultry Production. Successful completion […]
Expansion of Beef Processing Facilities in Southern Australia: A Double-Edged Sword
Introduction Four new or significantly expanded beef processing facilities are set to commence operations in southern Australia. While these developments promise to inject competition into the livestock market, they also pose challenges for an already strained labour market in the processing industry. The New Facilities The four facilities gearing up for operations are: These facilities […]
Recent Southern Rainfall Offers Glimmer of Hope to Australian Cattle and Sheep Markets
Introduction Recent rainfall in southern Australia has provided a much-needed boost to the cattle and sheep markets, although experts caution that more is needed to significantly impact market dynamics. The rain has been a welcome respite, especially after a dry 2023 and heatwave conditions that have led to some low-cost sales in recent weeks. Market […]
