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15 August 2018
Cattle on feed at the end of the June quarter rose to a record 1.12m head, an increase of nearly 10% from March. This is underpinned by July grainfed exports also recording a record month.

25 July 2018
US beef production continues on its growth path, underpinned by increased cattle on feed and a lift in cow kills as herd growth slows.

26 June 2018
With cattle on feed exceeding one million head and ongoing dry conditions, prices for wheat and barley have hit their highest level in almost ten years.

22 June 2018
Antimicrobial stewardship (AMS) programs are critical to the future success of Australia’s livestock sector in helping to protect access to key antibiotics to treat sick animals, facilitate ongoing consumer support and continue market access.

22 June 2018
The impact of lairage timing and duration on the meat colour of feedlot cattle is the focus of new research aimed at reducing rates of dark cutting in the industry.

23 May 2018
Demand for feed grain has spiked in recent months, driving domestic prices toward a four-year high. Grain markets have experienced heightened activity, with increased competition for declining stocks.

09 May 2018
Prices came under pressure as a challenging start to the year saw increased yardings across Queensland saleyards.

01 May 2018
Australian cattle slaughter forecasts for 2018 have been revised upwards to 7.48 million head in Meat & Livestock Australia’s (MLA) latest update of its Cattle Industry Projections, with kill numbers reflecting a largely challenging summer.

19 April 2018
Rodney and Paula Wright (pictured) used MLA's Breeding EDGE program to lift production in their beef enterprise. Here are their top tips to help you unlock the full potential of your breeding herd.