AuctionsPlus
Did US trade policy move cattle prices? The data says no
Steven Jaffery: Oct 21, 2026
Aggregating several years of detailed transaction data through the AuctionsPlus platform, the AuctionsPlus Breed Hoofprint report showcases the indicative location of purebred commercial cattle in Australia. Where is the hotspot for your breed?The top breeds for listings on AuctionsPlus so far in 2023 have been included in the analysis: including Angus, Brahman, Hereford, Droughtmaster, Santa Gertrudis, Friesian, Brangus, Charbray, Shorthorn, Charolais and Murray Grey.
Continuing on from an analysis of increased listings of purebred cattle in 2022, the “Breed Hoofprint” delivers a visual representation of the fluidity of the Australian cattle market. This year's hoofprint includes from the 1st of January to the 30th of September.
Indexed price comparisons from 2016 to 2022 for each breed against the EYCI are included in the report, highlighting the variability each breed has against the “general market”.
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Ripley Atkinson
Are cattle prices really becoming more volatile
Matt Dalgleish: Oct 20, 2026
There is a growing perception that Australian cattle prices are becoming increasingly volatile, with larger price swings becoming a more prominent...