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Meet the sheep meat values

The Australian sheep meat export market continues to demonstrate a complex interplay between destination-specific preferences and pricing trends. A detailed analysis of the 2024 calendar year reveals notable shifts in pricing dynamics across key export markets, including China, the United States, Malaysia, and the United Arab Emirates (UAE). By examining data on trade flows and pricing, as well as contrasting 2023 averages with 2024, a clearer picture emerges of the factors influencing the value of Australian sheep meat in international markets.

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Market Insights, Sheep & Lamb

Pressure to mount on lamb prices as 2025 unfolds

2024 capped a strong year for the lamb market, and reaffirmed Australia’s position as the key cog in global lamb supply. Looking b...
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Angus Brown analyses how the weaner market is performing in 2025.
TOM'S MARKET MUSTER: German FMD outbreak shakes markets, Aussie wool prices climb
Tom Rookyard discusses the impact of Germany's FMD outbreak, strong cattle markets, rising Argentinian beef prices, and the boost in the Australian wool market.
Pressure to mount on lamb prices as 2025 unfolds
There was record lamb slaughter, record production and subsequently record lamb exports in 2024. Ripley Atkinson shares his thoughts on what's ahead in 2025.
Grazing sheep on stubble in dry seasons
Learn the benefits and best practices of grazing sheep on crop stubble post-harvest to maximize nutrition and maintain paddock health.
Weaner sales off to a strong start, what to expect next?
High prices and strong demand kick off the 2025 AuctionsPlus weaner season, with upcoming sales expected to continue the upward trend.
TOM'S MARKET MUSTER: Strong start for weaner sales, record lamb exports, and US carcase weights on the rise
Tom Rookyard provides his latest insights into Australia's livestock markets; Southern weaner sales heat up, record lamb exports, and trends in carcase weights and retail meat prices.
Strong start to 2025 weaner sales, yet familiar patterns emerge
Ripley Atkinson reports on the strong start to 2025 weaner sales with feedlotters and northern buyers dominating, heifer prices discounted, and clear weight-based buying trends emerging.
A fair model for 2025 and beyond
Matt Dalgleish discusses how the predictive model developed by Episode 3 helps to forecast fair value pricing for Australian heavy steers, helping stakeholders navigate a complex market influenced by global supply, trade agreements, and economic conditions.
WATCH: Ripley's key factors to watch in 2025 for the cattle market
Thank you to Ripley Atkinson - Australian Livestock & Commodities Manager - StoneX for sharing the key themes he will be watching for the beef industry in 2025. 

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