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MLA launches new indicators with AuctionsPlus data

10 November 2023

AuctionsPlus has partnered with Meat and Livestock Australia to release two new indicators to help market participants stay informed.

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Stud cattle sale results 28 September - 4 October

4 October 2023

A rolling tally of cattle stud auctions interfaced by AuctionsPlus over the past week.

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The innovative livestock financier helping producers reach full capacity

3 October 2023

As below-average market and seasonal conditions take hold of the livestock industry, producers are being urged to remember one key point they can...

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USDA to pay $2.75 billion to weather affected farmers

28 September 2023

The US Department of Agriculture has offered to compensate farmers who lost production due to wildfires and droughts over the past three years, with...

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Absolute Angus sires a 'no brainer' purchase for commercial producers

20 September 2023

Selecting and using the best genetics the industry has to offer each year is by no means a cheap endeavour, but it’s an investment that continues to...

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Stud cattle sale results: September 14 to 20

18 September 2023

A rolling tally of all the results of sales interfaced by AuctionsPlus for the past week.

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Stud cattle sale results: September 6 to Sept 13

13 September 2023

A rolling tally of all the results of sales interfaced by AuctionsPlus for the past 10 days.

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How current cattle, sheep and pig prices stack up against historic values

12 September 2023

We’ve seen some big swings in cattle prices in Australia over the past few years and with updated consumer price indicators from the ABS for the June...

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Indonesia lifts live export ban

8 September 2023

Live exports of cattle to Indonesia can recommence following an agreement between Australian and Indonesian officials to resume trade.

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Cattle Australia CEO Luke Bowen to step down due to health concerns

6 September 2023

Luke Bowen, chief executive officer of Cattle Australia (CA), has resigned from his position due to health issues. His resignation is effective...

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Malaysia lifts suspension, Indonesia still deliberating on LSD report

6 September 2023

Malaysia has lifted the temporary suspension of live cattle and buffalo exports from Australia, but Indonesia remains unmoved on the issue.

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Why grain premiums are rising in South Queensland

30 August 2023

It seems like the good times are coming to an end. We had two years of terrible drought, followed by three years of excellent production across most...

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Riding the market waves with top-quality progeny from Circle 8 sires

28 August 2023

The old adage of ‘you can sell anything in a good market, but only quality sells in a bad one’ is well and truly on display in the current cattle...

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Consumption declining, but support for red meat producers grows

25 August 2023

Overall red meat consumption may be in decline due to cost, but perceptions about the industry are going in the opposite direction.

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Talbalba Kingswood T011 reigns supreme at $102,000

24 August 2023

It was an emotional day at the office for Steve and Deb Reid at their Talbalba Herefords sale at Millmerran on Thursday, with the $102,000 sale of...

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Biosecurity Levy: greater transparency needed

23 August 2023

Producers can now have their say on how the Labor government's controversial new biosecurity protection levy should be applied.

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Argentina banned beef exports, then changed its mind

16 August 2023

As the country faces rampant inflation amid a currency collapse, nervous officials banned beef exports for 15 days, before rolling the ban back.

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The fine art of producing an exceptional Wagyu eating experience

15 August 2023

Consistently delivering premium returns and an exceptional eating experience, there’s no doubt Wagyu has earned favour with producers and consumers...

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Why Robert Mackenzie thinks Thunderstruck is the “bull of the century”

9 August 2023

Robert Mackenzie surprised even himself by sending the all-breeds record into the stratosphere late last month.

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Outstanding Woonallee Toronto T274 hits breed record $55,000

2 August 2023

Another breed record has tumbled, this time at the Woonallee Simmentals bull sale at Tamworth on Wednesday.

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More bulls and lower average prices make for a buyer's market

1 August 2023

The 'doom and gloom' cattle market and seasonal outlook doesn't appear to be putting a huge dampener on the bull market, with early spring sales off...

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LSD detection 'no cause for concern', Indo trade remains open

30 July 2023

The detection of lumpy skin disease in Australian cattle in Indonesia has been labelled as "no cause for concern", with government and industry...

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Texas Thunderstruck T383 sells for Australian all breeds record $360,000

27 July 2023

The Mayne family has sold Texas Thunderstruck T383 for a whopping $360,000 to set a new Australian all breeds record.

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Australia lags as China dominates gene tech gains in ag

26 July 2023

One of the world’s leading researchers into livestock genetics believes Australia, and much of the western world, is at risk of being left in China’s...

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Young agents thrive under Nutrien training

19 July 2023

Alkira Riley loves helping people. The Nutrien Ag Solutions agent from Leongatha was always keen to get stuck in on the dairy farm run by her parents...

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EU trade deal stalls over beef, lamb access and naming restrictions

12 July 2023

Pop open a Prosecco and fang on some Feta. The EU trade deal is blocatto.

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Central Queensland graziers go beyond carbon neutral

12 July 2023

The first Australian carbon credit units generated under a digitally enabled model have been issued to the Fysh Carbon Project at Mount Tom near...

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Producer demonstration project exploring how soil carbon can contribute to CN30

5 July 2023

Australia’s largest soil carbon project holder has put forward three properties for a research project looking at the viability of soil carbon...

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Lawson Grains may convert some cropping areas to livestock

5 July 2023

The massive Lawson Grains portfolio, with 90,000 hectares across NSW and WA, may see some of its cropping land converted to livestock production as...

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Red meat industry recognised for sustainability leadership

30 June 2023

The Australian red meat industry has earned a prestigious award for its commitment to sustainability through the Carbon Neutral by 2030 initiative.

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Investors walking away from 'ridiculous' food innovation fads

21 June 2023

The explosion of disruptive innovation for food products over the past decade appears to have reached its peak.

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Huge supply of weaner cattle expected from 28.7 million-head herd

20 June 2023

The national cattle herd is on track to reach its highest level since 2014 at 28.7 million head, with agents and analysts expecting an influx of both...

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Ronelle Park Slurpie S29 makes record $106k at National Shorthorn Sale

14 June 2023

There was no freeze in the bidding for Ronelle Park Slurpie S29 at the National Shorthorn Show and Sale in Dubbo on Wednesday, with the junior...

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Knowledge is power with Tru-Test’s walk over weighing technology

8 June 2023

The ability to make timely and accurate decisions about livestock performance and pasture management without the associated labour costs is proving...

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Beef sustainability scorecard reveals new industry records

7 June 2023

The latest sustainability scorecard for the beef industry has revealed record achievements, including decreased carbon emissions, increased forest on...

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Changing face of Argentinian beef industry signals increased competition in the global market

1 June 2023

Structural changes in the Argentinian beef industry could result in increased competition for Australia, as the South American country looks to...

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What ‘too many eggs in the China basket’ has taught us about market access

31 May 2023

The opportunities a ‘gold standard’ trade agreement could provide are being closely watched, as insiders warn not to put too many eggs in the China...

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Secure your herd's reproductive future with Pestigard

26 May 2023

Finding productivity gains is high on the priority list for all cattle producers, but sometimes it’s not a big-ticket management decision that has...

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US mad cow case no cause for concern

23 May 2023

Expectations that a recent case of atypical mad cow disease in the US will not impact trade have held up, though analysts are still watching closely...

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Mort & Co gets the green light for 36,500-head central Queensland feedlot

22 May 2023

Mort & Co's plans to expand its footprint into central Queensland has been given the green light, with construction on the 36,500-head feedlot...

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Numbers on feed remain steady at 1.15 million head

15 May 2023

Cattle buy-in pressures and stubbornly low utilisation rates have seen the numbers of cattle on feed remain steady across the March quarter, with...

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Selecting cattle for nitrogen use efficiency

11 May 2023

Producers could soon select cattle for nitrogen efficiency using a simple test that analyses tail hair samples.

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Producers cop 10pc levy increase to fund biosecurity measures

10 May 2023

Australia’s biosecurity system looks set to be strengthened by way of a long-term, predictable and sustainable funding model, but it will come at a...

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Global Food Forum looks beyond borders to be profitable in a changing world

9 May 2023

The crucial issues shaping the future of Australia’s $150 billion agribusiness sector and being profitable in a changing world will take centre stage...

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MLA funds game-changing mRNA vaccine project to boost emergency disease preparedness

4 May 2023

As the Australian livestock industry stares down increasing biosecurity threats, next-generation vaccine technologies have been identified as a...

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Robbins Island Wagyu: an iconic saltwater muster and a premium eating experience

3 May 2023

It seems fairly safe to assume there’d be no shortage of people in rural Australia who can list the challenges of mustering a mob of cattle. Rarely,...

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PregCheck integration ensures informed bidding decisions

3 May 2023

A commitment to ensuring industry profitability through continual improvement of integrity standards has seen AuctionsPlus partner with the...

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Spry’s Shorthorn female hits record $95,000

26 April 2023

A leading donor cow offered by the Spry family is now the most expensive Shorthorn in Australia, surpassing both the female and bull records with a...

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Circle 8 females powering up new and established Angus herds

16 April 2023

Chloe Curr is no stranger to the simple pleasures and exciting opportunities the beef industry has to offer. Growing up on Arizona Station in north...

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PLC Armidale charity steers raising funds for disadvantaged kids and cardiac research

29 March 2023

When steer Billy the ‘Kidzfix’ Kid enters the show ring at the Sydney Royal Easter Show next week, he’ll have a special mission ahead of him – raise...

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Carbon accounting to become common practice, but is carbon neutrality really sustainable?

29 March 2023

‘What you don’t measure, you can’t manage’ has long been a common turn of phrase in the agriculture industry, but soon it could be more than that.

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Landfall Angus bull exceeds expectations with $240,000 price tag

21 March 2023

There was no doubt Landfall Pheasantry S1755 had all the makings of a sale topper, but a bid of $240,000 was a ‘surreal’ experience for the Archer...

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Queensland cattle producer backs new eNVD app

20 March 2023

A new mobile phone app is set to change the habits of livestock producers, transporters and others in the supply chain because it does what most apps...

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Carbon accounting made easier with online calculator

14 March 2023

Carbon accounting will now be easier for Australian sheep and beef producers, with the launch of an online, web-based greenhouse gas calculator by...

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Meteoric rise for young graziers' direct-to-consumer meat subscription business

12 March 2023

As far as ‘harebrained’ ideas go, there’s no doubt Our Cow founders Bianca Tarrant and Dave McGiveron got it right when they decided to start selling...

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China's reopening signals opportunity and volatility for beef

1 March 2023

The reopening of China following the recent removal of Covid restrictions is expected to offer business opportunities for beef exporters, however...

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Te Mania's unwavering commitment to breeding better beef

22 February 2023

It would be no easy feat becoming one of the most prominent Angus studs in Australia, but for the team at Te Mania there’s one simple guiding...

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