Cattle prices take a dive
There has been a sharp turnaround in producer confidence as the lack of summer rain starts to impact the cattle market.
Livestock
Why Simmentals are turning a profit for Woonallee
The southern beef world is dominated by one breed, but there’s good reason to look at Simmentals according to Woonallee.
How Wattelwood Angus run their thriving business
Fiona and John Glover are using genotyping to provide commercial clients with the knowledge to make better bull buying decisions.
Overseas interest boosts market for medium-micron wool
Medium-micron wool prices have risen as global market boosts Australian sales. See what happened at the auctions this week.
Wool’s $500m black duck
Wool producers have spent more than $500m on marketing in the past decade, but a damning new report shows the real impact it’s had.
How AI is being used to better-understand methane emissions
Researchers in Texas are investigating how artificial intelligence could be used to better-understand methane emissions. In Victoria, it’s a more simple approach.
Your guide to the autumn bull buying season
Seedstock producers are optimistic for this year’s bull sales after strong prices for weaners. And some will be offering more than last year.
The sheep industry is at a crossroads. For some, the damage is done
Sheep numbers are dropping across Australia as producers turn their backs on the once popular enterprise. We investigate why.
Victorian Hereford herd to be dispersed after seven decades
70 years of whiteface cattle breeding will come to an end this week with the dispersal of a North East Victorian herd. See what’s on offer.
Wagyu king recognised with Australia Day honour
A leading Victorian beef farmer whose steaks grace the menu of some of the world’s best restaurants has been recognised in this year’s Australia Day Honours. See who else made the list.
WA farmer group hit by alleged ‘serious financial misconduct’
One of Western Australia’s leading farmer lobby groups has fallen into financial strife, with staff stepping aside and membership fees stopped.
No kidding — goat is on the up
Goat might not be a glamour protein but its exports beat its previous best by 40 per cent last year. We break down the numbers.
‘Hopefully they don’t penalise us’
Lamb producers say they hope buyers support, and don’t penalise them, as they struggle to get lambs to trade weights due to drought conditions.
Trade Lamb Indicator: Prices stabilising
Lamb prices appear to have stabilised, with trade lambs at 788c/kg, up slightly for the week.
‘Unpredictable’: Heavy lamb prices drop again
Heavy lamb prices are not expected to find ground until at least the end of February, but there were positive signs for sellers at Bendigo on Monday.
Sheep market: Quick trades or breeders for the future?
Has the traditional way of looking at sheep production shifted and is that starting to shape store values? We delve into an analysis of recent sales.
Terminal matings top NSW margins
Elmore farmer Dianne Trewick says a good ewe base is crucial, as new data shows a win for prime lamb production and replacement purchases.
‘Barely scraping through’: Tight margins despite price lift
While weaner prices held up well as thousands of young cattle were sold from southern farms, margins are tight for some producers.
New livestock export market opens amid pending ban
A new overseas export market has opened for livestock producers, amid the pending live sheep export phase out by 2028.
Beef producers more positive than 12 months ago
An MLA survey has found beef producer’s sentiment is significantly more positive than 12 months ago. But some say prices still need to lift to be sustainable.
Picture gallery: All the action from Victoria’s weaner sales
Victoria’s famed weaner calf sales have drawn buyers from across the state and Australia as more than 38,000 head went under the hammer.
‘This kind of thing is not acceptable’
A push to highlight the poor quality of loading ramps across Australia has gained a strong following online, in a bid to improve ramp quality, animal welfare and workplace safety.
Calf breeders fight higher costs of production
Amid healthy weaner sale results, calf breeders may still be struggling to making a reasonable profit margin considering higher costs of production and elevated land values.
Northern buyers swoop on weaners
Northern buyers have swooped on Victoria’s famed weaner calf sales snapping up close to 90 per cent of some yardings as prices soared to rates not seen in years.
Lamb prices sink under sheer weight of numbers
Vendors and livestock agents are keeping a close eye on the markets with trade and heavy lambs entering free fall, while mutton prices have held ground.
Half livestock farms bled profit in ‘23-24
Loans were extended as prices collapsed and dry conditions ate into balance sheets. See the full financial impact revealed.
Unlocking soil nutrition at Summit Park
The Parker family has made minimising their impact on the environment a priority on their Western District sheep farm without compromising production.
It’s official: Red meat exports break records
Australia exported the highest amount of beef, lamb, mutton and goat meat in 2024, but what will 2025 bring?
Cattle indicators: Prices continue falling
After a strong start, the Eastern Young Cattle Indicator is now lower than the same time a year ago. See the latest figures.
Aussie steer prices undervalued against global competitors
Against its main export competitors Australian beef prices do appear undervalued. See how steer prices compare between the nations.
Moyle’s Pathfinder stud marks 30 years in Angus business
After a tough season last year the Moyle family have their sights set on a stronger 2025, ahead of their 60th production sale next month.
Top weaner prices by weight, breed, vendor
Steers and heifers are selling to strong demand at the 2025 weaner sales. Use our interactive graphic to search the best prices at each selling centre.
Study reveals impact of 2023-24 on livestock producer balance sheets
A new report has revealed for the first time the true impact of the 2023-24 financial year on Victorian livestock producer finances and their ability to pay down debt. See the details.
Why Australian exports may not be target of China probe
A leading commentator has outlined why Australia may not be the target of any changes to China’s beef import arrangements.
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