What if merino production had gone another way – the 21 MPG
Last week Mecardo looked at what the effect of not changing volume or not changing fibre diameter during the past three decades would have had
Last week Mecardo looked at what the effect of not changing volume or not changing fibre diameter during the past three decades would have had
For many wool growers our understanding of staple strength and its impact on prices for merino wool is anchored in the 1990s and early 2000s
The concerns reported in the wool market last week seemed to dissipate as wool auctions this week steadied. The finer types recovered the falls of
In recent decades the prices of merino wool and lamb relative to their larger peer commodities have increased. Why this has happened is an interesting
The sensitivity of the wool market to China, and the nervousness around global markets was emphasized at this week’s auctions. Reported factory closures on the
As the greasy wool market steps its way gingerly through the southern spring markets it is time to check out what is happening in the
Mecardo’s Percentiles update for September 2021. Click below to view the latest report Grains Oilseeds Sheep and lambs Cattle Wool Dairy Fuel Percentiles are an important
Last week Mecardo looked at staple strength and its effect on price for 17 micron fleece. In processing terms the closely related wool characteristics to
The positive signs noted towards the end of last week delivered an increase in the wool market this week on the back of solid demand.
A correspondent asked this week about staple strength in 17 micron wool, and whether there was a significant or critical level with regards to price.
It would be fair to say if you are from southern Victoria, into south east South Australia, and look over the fence as driving around
It was a cautious market from the open, with buyers reluctant to support the levels of last week. The positive note for the week was
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