Comprehensive Analysis of Australian Cattle Market Trends Reveals Varied Performance Across States
Introduction The National Livestock Reporting Service (NLRS) has recently released an in-depth analysis of the Australian cattle market, focusing on data up to the week ending 29 September 2023. The report aims to shed light on the performance of various cattle categories and their respective specifications across different states. National Trends The report indicates that […]
National Livestock Reporting Service Unveils 2022–2023 Saleyard Survey Results
Introduction On 29 September, the National Livestock Reporting Service (NLRS) published the results of the 2022–2023 Saleyard Survey. The annual survey, which is voluntarily reported, aims to provide the livestock industry with comprehensive data on saleyard throughput across all Australian states, excluding the Northern Territory. Purpose and Impact The survey’s data serves multiple purposes, including […]
Meat & Livestock Australia Invites Producers to Shape Future Research Initiatives
Overview Meat & Livestock Australia (MLA) is calling on grassfed beef and sheepmeat producers to participate in its producer consultation process. The initiative aims to let producers directly influence the research, development, and adoption (RD&A) activities funded by their levies. Funding and Impact The consultation process is part of a larger initiative that has already […]
El Niño Impacts Australian Cattle Prices, Notes Industry Experts
The Australian cattle industry is grappling with a marked price reduction, the lowest in the past decade. This decline is directly linked to the impending El Niño weather conditions forecasted to usher in drier spells. The Eastern Young Cattle Indicator, an essential barometer for the sector, has plummeted by nearly 60% this year, echoing the […]
Enhanced Access for Livestock Consultants on MyMLA
On 3rd October 2023, Meat & Livestock Australia (MLA) announced a new feature allowing livestock consultants to access their client’s data from the Australian Feedbase Monitor (AFM) via MyMLA. This enhancement aims to provide more tailored advice to Australian red meat producers. The AFM, introduced in November 2022, offers insights into a property’s ground coverage […]
Digital Consignments: A Boon for Producers and Advisors
The eNVD Livestock Consignment application has been designed to streamline the process of creating and sharing livestock consignments. This digital tool can function online and offline, ensuring that producers can work seamlessly, irrespective of internet connectivity. The Digital Advantage Switching to digital consignments offers a plethora of benefits: Although adopting digital consignments is optional, the […]
Weekly Cattle and Sheep Market Overview – 29 September 2023
Key Highlights Cattle Insights This week saw an increase in yardings of 5,750, bringing the total to 50,608 head. Most mainland states experienced this rise, except South Australia. Notably, the Leongatha sale yard reported a significant drop from 1,330 head in the previous week to 350. Saleyard cattle prices showed a downward trend, with the […]
El Niño Event and Positive IOD Declared, Reports Bureau of Meteorology
The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) confirmed on 19 September the emergence of an El Niño event in conjunction with a positive Indian Ocean Dipole (IOD). It’s crucial to highlight that not every El Niño event signals an imminent drought. The last recorded El Niño manifested a mild to moderate influence on Australia. El Niño phenomena […]
Australia Presents Livestock Sustainability Achievements at Rome Conference
During the first-ever Global Conference on Sustainable Livestock in Rome, facilitated by the United Nations’ Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO), Australia showcased its strides in livestock sustainability. Nicola Hinder, Deputy Secretary of the Federal Government’s agriculture trade group, pointed out that since 2005, the Australian red meat sector has slashed emissions by a commendable 65%. […]
Optimal Beef Production System for Southern Rangelands Unveiled
Overview: Recent findings presented at the Australian Rangelands Conference in Broome have shed light on the optimal balance for beef production in Western Australia’s Southern Rangelands. This balance aims to maximise profitability, sustainability, and resilience against drought. Details: Bio-economic modelling conducted by the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) has revealed that the […]
