Why the cattle herd is unlikely enter a rebuild in 2026
Much has been discussed in industry circles and events in recent months, around the big question of whether the herd will rebuild in 2026.
In the latest episode of AgWatchers+, analysts Matt Dalgleish and Andrew Whitelaw discussed the implications for Australian agriculture of Donald Trump’s re-election in the US.
From the implication of tarrifs, to a trade war with China, and the role of Robert F. Kennedy Junior.
While local markets may remain stable for now, the evolving global landscape, particularly in trade and geopolitics, could present both challenges and opportunities in the years ahead.
Find out more below.
Much has been discussed in industry circles and events in recent months, around the big question of whether the herd will rebuild in 2026.
Last year it felt like we were writing about tariff impacts every week, this year it’s the Middle East conflict and subsequent rising cost of energy....
Since mid-March, east coast cattle markets have been battered by the sustained forced turnoff from areas south of the Warrego highway in Queensland...