DMFR price effect

Shearing wool merino

This article follows on from the recent look at the Merino Dark and Medullated Fibre Risk (DMFR) Scheme which operates in the Australian greasy wool auction system. The idea behind the scheme was to help focus the industry on producing apparel wool suitable for use in white and pastel shade fabrics, allowing the supply chain […]

Oilseeds have found a level but volatility remains

Canola WA

Canola and Rapeseed have come off the extreme highs seen back in April, at least in spot futures, but the deferred contracts growers with Canola in the ground are interested in, hit new highs last week. The initial rally in oilseed prices was due to very tight old crop supplies, and strong demand, with consumers […]