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Mass exodus of southern cattle to Qld for greener pastures

Cattle producers in Victoria and southern New South Wales are looking further north for agistment due to the ongoing drought. ..Read More

Lydia Burton, 13/05/2025

US and China agree to temporary tariff reductions – what does it mean for beef trade?

The United States and China are about to start a temporary truce in their trade war, agreeing to reduce tariffs in both directions for 90 days. However a total tariff burden of 32pc on US beef will still make US beef prohibitively expensive, meat trade sources suggest ..Read More

Beef Central, 13/05/2025

US suspends live cattle imports from Mexico

The United States has suspended, effective immediately, imports of cattle and other livestock through the Mexican border as it moves to protect its herd against a worsening New World Screwworm outbreak in Mexico…Read More

James Nason, 13/05/2025

Webinar: How investment into irrigation in northern WA is shaping the future of pastoralism

Join the Department of Primary Industry and Regional Development’s West Kimberley and Pilbara Irrigated Ag team when they discuss the current state of pasture development and irrigated fodder production by pastoralists in the Kimberley and Pilbara…Read More

Beef Central, 09/05/2025

Current record global beef prices “just the start of the journey”: Quilty

Current record-high global beef prices are “just the start of the journey” for the Australian beef industry over the next year or two, analyst Simon Quilty told an audience of Angus industry stakeholders in Brisbane last week…Read More

Jon Condon, 12/05/2025

Vale David Warriner

The northern cattle industry is mourning the loss of one of its most respected, dedicated and tenacious leaders, following the death of David Warriner on Friday after a long battle with illness…Read More

James Nason, 12/05/2025

Regional cattle markets wrap: Tale of two halves throwing up some interesting dynamics

Season-wise, it’s turning into a nation of two halves, Elders Richard Koch says in his latest weekly regional cattle markets wrap. ..Read More

Richard Koch, Elders analyst, 12/05/2025

Albanese announces new-look ministry, cabinet

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has announced his new cabinet lineup, following Labor’s sweeping election result ten days ago that has delivered the largest ALP caucus since federation…Read More

Beef Central, 12/05/2025

All-round performers excel in Teys Angus Shoot-Out competition

Cattle with the all-round ability to perform well in the feedlot as well as in the chillers came out on top in the Teys Angus Shoot-Out Grainfed performance competition held as part of last week’s World Angus Forum…Read More

Beef Central, 09/05/2025

Kay’s Cuts: US market defies gravity in post-tariff era

The trade war between the US and China continues, with US red meat exports to that country now virtually halted due to colossal tariffs. As the US Meat Export Federation noted last week, pork and beef exports to China have since hit a wall due to China’s duties, which now total 147pc for US beef. However, one wouldn’t know any of this was going on if you looked at the market for US grain-fed cattle – cash live cattle prices set record highs for two and likely three weeks in a row…Read More

Steve Kay, 09/05/2025

MLA seeks applications for three director positions

Meat & Livestock Australia is seeking applications for three non-executive director positions on Board, to be decided at November’s AGM in Adelaide…Read More

Beef Central, 09/05/2025

Recruitment: What job-seekers care about, and what employers should highlight

Attracting top talent in the agricultural sector is not just about filling positions – it is about securing skilled individuals who will drive innovation and productivity in the industry. With workers becoming more selective about their career choices, agribusinesses must focus on more than just salary. Workplace culture, career development, and meaningful work play a crucial role in attracting and retaining top talent…Read More

Beef Central, 09/05/2025

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