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We deliver clear, data-driven analysis across Australia’s key commodities – wool, livestock and grain.
By cutting through the noise, we focus on what really matters: market drivers, outlooks and strategies that support smarter decision-making and keep you ahead in a changing landscape.
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Energy sector surge and weather market continues
The surge in the energy sector has also spilled over into alternative fuels, primarily corn ethanol and biodiesel. If the conflict drags on, pressure will likely mount to increase mandated blending rates to stretch petroleum supplies further. That would potentially strengthen the demand outlook for crops
Higher supply raises pass in rates
The Australian wool market saw a modest rise this week with the Eastern Market Indicator (EMI) increasing 16¢ to 1783¢, driven primarily by a increased offering. Sentiment remains strong, as price improved despite an uptick in the pass in rate to 7.2% and a rising aussie
Restocker records fall as supply still slower
Southern rainfall didn’t hinder sheep and lamb supply for long, with yardings levels this week back to where they were a fortnight ago. It has helped buoy prices, however, with all major indicators finishing stronger. If record-breaking prices, especially for restocker lambs, are anything to go
Impact of the Middle East Conflict on Ag Markets
The conflict in Iran has resulted in significant turmoil in a region of the world that supplies substantial amounts of oil, fertiliser and other raw materials that are critical for agricultural and economic productivity. Whilst market intelligence and updates on what is happening can be highly
Potential for wool to follow synthetics higher?
Synthetic fibres rely heavily (like most supply chains) on Oil, and the conflict in the Middle East presents a number of challenges for agricultural markets, here we take a look at the relationship of oil prices to merino wool and synthetic fibres. Oil is a vital
Beef sector to stay strong after sky-high year
ABARES released their March 2026 Agricultural Commodities Report last week and have revised most major figures higher for the current financial year. Gross value of cattle slaughter and live exports is likely to come in at a record $22.7 billion in 2025-26, compared to the $18.4
Soft finish delivers larger than expected crop
There is so much going on in Ag markets at the moment, anything that is written on a Monday is potentially out of date by Tuesday. Today we are going to look at something which won’t go out of date quickly, but still has significant impacts
rain, tight supply and economy impact on lamb demand
The lamb and mutton markets are facing some potential challenges over the coming months, if the conflict in the Middle East continues. They are not the sort of conditions that will see price plummet overnight, but they could put a stop to the growth in demand.
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