Recent data release providing misleading signals back to the sector on the herd cycle

With the release of the Quarter 2 2025 Australian livestock slaughter and production figures from the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) last week, a detailed assessment, combining, on the ground insight + production data can be made on where the cattle herd is at in its current cycle.

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Brahman productivity and profitability on show during feedlot trial

The Australian Brahman Breeders’ Association’s (ABBA) inaugural Feedlot Trial and Carcase Competition has showcased the breed’s ab...

Cattle

Northern breeds shine as stud sales deliver standout results

This week’s stud sales interfaced through AuctionsPlus delivered outstanding results across several breeds, with northern cattle b...

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Red meat sector smashes records as beef, lamb and mutton surge

The Australian Bureau of Statistics’ latest figures on livestock slaughter and red meat production have confirmed what many in the...

Brahman productivity and profitability on show during feedlot trial

Brahman cattle excel in feedlot performance, highlighting new marketing opportunities and increased value for breeders, as demonstrated by ABBA's inaugural Feedlot Trial and Carcase Competition.

Northern breeds shine as stud sales deliver standout results

Catch up on the latest AuctionsPlus stud sales highlights, showcasing impressive results across multiple cattle breeds and strong buyer demand nationwide.

Red meat sector smashes records as beef, lamb and mutton surge

The Australian Bureau of Statistics’ latest figures on livestock slaughter and red meat production have confirmed what many in the industry already knew – 2024-25 was a year like no other for Australian red meat.

Which sheep breeds ruled AuctionsPlus throughput in FY2025?

A breakdown of the top sheep breeds by throughput on AuctionsPlus in FY2025, and how the past financial year stacks up against historical trends.

Booroomooka’s Picasso commands the canvas as $60,000 sale topper

Discover the highlights of this week's standout stud cattle sales interfaced through AuctionsPlus, featuring top results from Booroomooka, Kidman, Yalgoo, Hobbs, and Seifert Belmont Reds.

AuctionsPlus Restocker Lamb Indicator soars to record high

Restocker lamb prices have hit record highs on AuctionsPlus, writes Alex McLaughlin.

The cattle market – what has turned and why?

Erin Lukey analyses the cattle market and looks at what has turned and why.

Turning point for the season

The August Bendigo Bank Agribusiness Monthly Commodity Update shows that widespread rain in late July marked a turning point for Australia’s winter cropping season. We also explore key findings for the beef, lamb and wool markets.

Australian beef exports – why are records continually broken?

Australian beef exports have broken the monthly all-time volume record for the fourth time over a twelve-month period, writes Tim Jackson.

Recent data release providing misleading signals back to the sector on the herd cycle

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Brahman productivity and profitability on show during feedlot trial

Northern breeds shine as stud sales deliver standout results

Red meat sector smashes records as beef, lamb and mutton surge

Brahman productivity and profitability on show during feedlot trial

Northern breeds shine as stud sales deliver standout results

Red meat sector smashes records as beef, lamb and mutton surge

Which sheep breeds ruled AuctionsPlus throughput in FY2025?

Booroomooka’s Picasso commands the canvas as $60,000 sale topper

AuctionsPlus Restocker Lamb Indicator soars to record high

The cattle market – what has turned and why?

Turning point for the season

Australian beef exports – why are records continually broken?

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