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18 April 2019
Lamb prices have been steadily rising for the past fortnight. Last week the National Trade Lamb Indicator rose above 700¢/kg for the first time this year. In previous articles we have considered the potential supply shortage of lambs over the next three months. Here, we look back at how prices have tracked heading into the winter period when dry conditions have been prevalent.

18 April 2019
Notwithstanding an easing trend in recent months, domestic grain prices remain historically high, challenging profitability for lotfeeders and graziers alike. On the other hand, shifting global trade dynamics - including the emergence of new production regions in Eastern Europe - have contributed to a global supply surplus.

18 April 2019
There was a significant jump in cattle yardings last week, resulting in downward pressure on prices, with the Eastern Young Cattle Indicator (EYCI) sharply back on the week prior, to 453.25¢/kg carcase weight (cwt).

17 April 2019
New Global Snapshots released

11 April 2019
With the exception of weekly slaughter data, all major signs point towards an impending lamb shortage during winter.

11 April 2019
Beef, lamb and mutton exports to China continue to run red hot on the back of demand from wealthy households for premium imported meat.

11 April 2019
US imported grinding beef prices have risen to levels not seen since late 2015 as buyers eye-off a poor supply outlook.

11 April 2019
The cattle market has come off the boil this week, as saleyard throughput returned to a level in line with the five-year average.

04 April 2019
Over-the-hook (OTH) cattle indicators gained momentum this week, following tightened supply resulting from widespread rainfall across many parts of the eastern states.