Ovine supply kick coming earlier than expected

Sheep

Traditionally it is last week that marks the low for lamb supply. NSW new season lamb and sheep generally start to hit the market in late July and picks up in August to see slaughter improve, and prices fall. As always, climate will play a part, but recent moves have defied expectations. Major sheep areas […]

US beef makes moves on Chinese market

US cattle

The United States is on track to reach new highs in both beef production and beef exports in 2021. Processing levels in the US have recovered from covid disruptions and feedlots are getting back to a more ‘normal’ trading pattern – however cattle numbers on feed for 120 days or more are still well above […]