European Commission declares Australia “low risk” for deforestation

Australia has been declared a “low risk” country in the European Union’s ban on the import of goods linked to deforestation, meaning beef being exported to the EU will have a simplified due diligence process…Read More

Eric Barker, 23/05/2025

Indonesia’s free school meals unlikely to deliver beef or dairy export boom

Despite its vast scale and ambition, Indonesia’s new free school meals program is unlikely to deliver a major boost for Australian beef and dairy exports—at least for now…Read More

James Nason, 23/05/2025

Beef producers’ share of retail dollar edges higher in March quarter

The Australian beef producers’ share of retail dollar spend on beef has moved a little higher over the past three months, as cattle and lamb producers experienced modest improvements in saleyard prices..Read More

Jon Condon, 23/05/2025

Where Australian livestock were exported in 2024

A just-released 20-page State of the Industry report details key livestock export statistics for 2024, such as species exported, destinations, and delivery rates. ..Read More

Beef Central, 23/05/2025

S5 Ep15: Dr Frank Mitloener – insights on methane emissions from livestock operations

In today’s episode podcast host Kerry Lonergan catches up with Dr Frank Mitloehner, in a deep-dive into the beef industry’s climate impact, the importance of accurate accounting methodologies and why the livestock industry needs to be a strong voice in the climate debate…Read More

Beef Central, 23/05/2025

Recruitment: Hiring for best cultural fit

In today’s competitive ag sector job market, technical skills and experience are no longer the only indicators of a successful hire. More and more, organisations are recognising the importance of cultural fit – how well a candidate’s values, behaviours and working style align with the company’s ethos…Read More

Beef Central, 23/05/2025

Dubbo sale 22 May 2025: Selling in the gentle rain

There were better numbers of grown steers and heifers and there were the usual runs of cattle lacking finish due to the dry conditions in the far west…Read More

David Monk, 23/05/2025

Launch of Barrenjoey First Ag Credit Fund enables innovative ag lending

Agri-lending expert First Ag Capital has launched the Barrenjoey First Ag Credit Fund, expanding its footprint in the agricultural supply chain finance sector with a new high quality funding source alongside Barrenjoey Private Capital…Read More

Sponsored Content, 20/05/2025

$58.4m operating profit for AA Co, despite tough trading environment

Despite tough global meat trading conditions, the Australian Agricultural Co delivered its third consecutive operating profit above $50 million in annual results presented this morning. The company’s 2024-25 numbers displayed considerable resilience against the international meat market backdrop, with increased meat sales volumes and price helping drive performance…Read More

Jon Condon, 22/05/2025

People on the Move: Appointments, retirements, achievements

New CEO for WA’s Harvest Road Group | Meat Business Womens’ ‘One to Watch’ award winner | Seedstock industry mourns loss of Michael Glasser | Long serving Casino chairman steps back | LAWD expands footprint into SA | McKillop to chair asparagopsis producer Sea Forest’s board | Life membership for Angus contributor | Santa VP moves on | No appointment yet for AA Co senior role..Read More

Jon Condon, 22/05/2025

Call for immediate drought assistance in southern NSW

Livestock producers in southern NSW say conditions are catastrophic and immediate drought assistance is needed. ..Read More

Lydia Burton, 22/05/2025

Average days on feed down, but utilisation and turnoff up in busy grainfed space

A reduction in longer fed cattle in Australian feedlots (particularly Wagyu) over the last few quarters has seen the average days on feed continue to ease down from 172 days in 2023 to 164 days in 2024. As at Q1, 2025 the average number of days on feed has dropped further to sit at 159 days…Read More

Matt Dalgleish, Ep3, 22/05/2025

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