One could be forgiven for thinking that sheep and lambs were on paddock lockdown last week based on the saleyard throughput figures. Weekly east coast lamb yardings were already tight for this time in the season, but last week reached a low that pre-dates Mecardo’s records.
East coast lamb yardin
As discussed in recent articles, greasy wool prices are struggling with severely constrained demand and farmer-owned stocks are increasing as a consequence. This article takes
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Research: Impact of the live sheep export moratorium
In this report for LiveCorp and MLA, we consulted with stakeholders in the sheep supply chain to identify the impact of the moratorium on the live sheep export trade.
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Sheep and lambs “stay home”
AWTA volumes – are stocks going to be a problem for the wool industry?
AWTA core test volume finished the 2019-2020 season down by 7.4% in farm bale terms, closer to 8% in clean weight terms. Given the run
Lamb trends not like last year
There is plenty of seasonality in lamb markets, but it doesn’t always show up. This year plenty of lambs have been booked up for July
Canola lower but still priced well
Grain markets have been on a steady decline since posting peaks two months ago. Canola is no exception, with new crop prices sliding. Canola has
Apparel fibre prices – all in the same boat
As discussed in recent articles, greasy wool prices are struggling with severely constrained demand and farmer-owned stocks are increasing as a consequence. This article takes
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Independent analysis and outlook for wool, livestock and grain markets delivered to you as it’s published
Listen to the podcast
Join the Mecardo team for the Commodity Conversations podcast, where we provide short weekly market recaps and longer conversations with guests to discuss the issues affecting the agricultural industry.
Research: Impact of the live sheep export moratorium
In this report for LiveCorp and MLA, we consulted with stakeholders in the sheep supply chain to identify the impact of the moratorium on the live sheep export trade.
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