La Nina is passing its peak but the rainfall is here to stay
THE Bureau of Meteorology said this La Nina season is just passing its peak but the wet conditions should hang around until autumn. La Nina was initially projected to reach its peak in December but the rainfall continued to pour down into the New Year, giving farmers in drought-ravaged regional centres a reason to smile. BoM meteorologist.
Cattle market recovery tipped to flow into 2021
The recovery in cattle prices in the run-up to Christmas is tipped to flow into the New Year, as tightening supply and ongoing strong grass-fuelled demand provides solid foundations for the market. The Eastern Young Cattle Indicator has once again popped over the 800 cents a kilogram carcase weight, following a short-lived decline on the.
A year the wool industry will never forget
The wool industry was predicted to begin a recovery in 2020 after battling a prolonged drought, decreased demand, and a large correction in wool prices. But nobody expected a global pandemic. Consumer demand, primarily driven down by COVID-19 impacts, hit the wool industry hard and was reflected in the dramatic price drop. Key markets in.
COVID-19 and drought not expected to slow down Queensland’s ag economy
In the face of drought and a pandemic, Queensland’s agricultural sector is standing strong according to State government forecasts. New data forecasts Queensland’s agribusiness and food sector is set to bring in $18.4 billion in 2020-21- suffering a one percent decline compared to the previous year. Agriculture Minister Mark Furner said the latest forecast was.
Great result – PTIC Heifers sold on Auctions Plus
96 Angus X heifers PTIC Sold by Nick Hall at Walcha on Auctions Plus Friday 11 December for $2,800 Great result for our vendors!
Beef BBQ squad unleashed
Meat & Livestock Australia has launched a new three-part video series as part of the latest Australian Beef Summer campaign, currently in the market in the lead up to Christmas. ‘The Beef BBQ Squad’ features the familiar face of Brian-the-Butcher, along with Pip Pratt, Head Chef at Bistecca steak restaurant; Mitch Davis, Executive Chef and.
Breeding cattle continue migration south: AuctionsPlus analysis
As 2020 will be remembered for the COVID-19 disruptions to normal life, for rural communities, the rapid transformation in seasonal conditions throughout the year has been a very pleasant change, especially in the southern states. For NSW cattle producers, frequent and widespread rainfall since autumn has rejuvenated spirits, with resurgent restocking demand boosting prices across.
Beef Australia confirmed for May 2021
The Beef Australia committee has announced that the show will go on in May 2021. Speaking in Brisbane on Thursday morning, chairman of the Beef Australia board Bryce Camm said they were delighted to announce that the event is officially on. “The work has been put in to ensure this will be a safe, enjoyable.