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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.

  • The report, much like the same one from October 2023, suggests that big numbers of lambs in the first half of next year should be expected to be marketed and sold.

  • 2024 mutton slaughter is on track to reach its highest level since 2006, passing 11.9 million head.

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A year in review: the Australian sheep and lamb market

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A year in review: the Australian sheep and lamb market
Compared to the previous 12 months, the sheep and lamb market has shown strength and stability. However, when we look further back, unpredictability and volatility have continued to impact producers across the country.
Australia’s cattle herd isn’t in liquidation
Ripley Atkinson says Australia's cattle herd is not liquidating but evolving, with younger, more productive females joining the herd, driven by strong cow prices and improved management practices.
Sheep producer sentiment rebounds with improved seasonal outlook and commodity prices
Australian sheep producers’ confidence has jumped substantially this quarter, riding on the back of improved prices.
Why mutton is being favoured over lamb
Matt Dalgleish reviews how Australian mutton exports are thriving as processors favour mutton over lamb, driven by better margins and long-term deflated price trends.
Mutton, mutton and more mutton
Mutton slaughter and exports surge in 2024, driven by high supply and strong international demand, with US consumers trading down to more affordable Australian meat.
Trump's tariffs and the Australian sheepmeat trade
Trump's second term and proposed tariffs could impact Australia's sheepmeat trade significantly, particularly with the US and China, while the Middle East shows potential growth.
Localised climate issues a key supply drag
Local climate issues are impacting livestock supply in southern Australia, with significant effects on cattle and sheep numbers, Angus Brown looks at how this is affecting market dynamics and prices.
Mutton favoured over lamb
Sheep slaughter has reached its highest volume in 18 years, indicating processors have been favouring mutton over lamb.
New season lamb supply surges amidst producer caution
MLA has reported lamb prices have rebounded to 2021 levels, with NSW seeing heavier lambs while Victoria deals with lighter stock and early ewe sales. Seasonal impacts are evident.

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