Ripley Atkinson

Ripley Atkinson's experience in the red meat industry and current role at StoneX developing price risk management tools for Australia’s sheep and cattle sectors ensures he delivers unique, whole of supply chain insights and analysis across key factors such as prices, supply, production and the drivers of the sheep and cattle cycles.

Mutton slaughter hits 18-year highs as supply expected to grow

MLA’s latest SPIS report, direct from producers indicates the significant influence larger sheep producers have on the overall outcomes of the flock....

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Australia’s cattle herd isn’t in liquidation

Australia’s cattle herd from my perspective isn’t in liquidation, rather it's...

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Mutton, mutton and more mutton

The weight of mutton slaughter has ably supported record monthly mutton export...

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Southern conditions and confidence to factor in upcoming weaner sales

The upcoming 2024-25 weaner sales are set to begin soon, likely operating under...

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The 'lamb of opportunity': Spring 2024

Restocker-to-trade lamb discounts present significant trading opportunities...

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What will strong cattle supply mean for prices in the coming months?

Year-to-date cattle supply from MLA’s National Livestock Reporting Service...

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WA flock decline signals broader structural issues for Australian sheep industry

WA sheep and wool producer sentiment is driving a reduction in flock size as...

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