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Plenty of beef for the US
While beef export volumes have eased from the record highs of July, they continue to run well ahead of the average. The US market share
Middle East makes moves in sheepmeat market
Total sheepmeat exports are 15% higher for the year-to-date, with demand from the Middle East and the US on the rise, while volumes to China
Canola nearing 18 month highs
You can’t turn on the TV without seeing the latest developments in conflicts in the Middle East. The latest threat to Iranian oil production has
Supply and price for broad Merino
Low wool prices, along with dry seasonal conditions, lead to poor sentiment. Given the current low wool prices (and apparel fibre prices generally) the question
No steering clear of price falls
There was an inward shift in both supply and demand this week for the cattle market, resulting in lower prices across the board. Multiple saleyards
Welcome back Volatility, my old friend
Are we are witnessing a full blown fundamental rally, or a technical repositioning of short positions? The answer could be both, as one will lead
New season lambs steal the spotlight
A decline in lamb numbers helped the market to switch direction and drive prices higher. Store lamb demand was notably stronger in key saleyards this
Wool market dragon is stirring
When the cat is away the mice will play. Good news for the Chinese property market before China’s public holiday break has boosted the confidence
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Research: Analysis of the Australian sheep flock
In this report for LiveCorp and MLA, we analysed the historical trends in the demographics of the Australian sheep flock, examining domestic factors that influence farm-level enterprise decision making.
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