Fine merino micron premiums
The fine end of the Merino market has been split between strong 15-micron and finer prices, and relatively weak 16–17-micron prices. This weakness in the 16–17-micron range has been softened by recent price rises. Given the varied nature of fine micron premiums, it seems timely to take a closer look at them. Figure 1 shows […]
Lamb supply and demand readjustment
The sharp decline in lamb and sheep prices last week came as a bit of a surprise after a long period of peak prices. When prices move in such a fashion it is due to supply overwhelming demand, here we look at whether this is a short-term change, or a sign of things to come. […]
Here comes the harvest
Harvest is about to ramp up, and with harvest comes harvest pressure. There has been little to get excited about in international markets for grain and canola producers, here we take a look at the local level and whether we will indeed see harvest put further pressure on prices. The government shutdown in the US […]
Indonesia market share surges further
Australia’s live cattle export market is tracking just above 2024 for the year to September, as strong supply in the north and good demand from Indonesia support the trade. The reliance on the key Indonesian market has further increased, however, with its market share now above 70%. Latest forecasts suggest year-end numbers will be higher […]