The latest news, genetics, and market insights from Australia's beef cattle industry.
Australia’s beef sector is expected to remain a standout performer amongst global competitors in 2026, with a new industry report finding the country is well placed to benefit from tightening global supply, firm international demand and only limited near-term disruption from recent trade policy changes.
The $5 grassfed cattle transaction levy* was last set in 2006 and has remained unchanged since then. In 2025, Cattle Australia initiated a review to ensure the levy remains fit for purpose and continues to deliver meaningful benefits to the industry.
Australian cattle producers can more accurately determine whether Bos indicus animals in their herd will grow horns, thanks to a new genetic test developed using University of Queensland research.
With under one year to go, Beef Australia and Airbnb have joined forces and are calling on Rockhampton and Capricorn Coast locals to host on Airbnb ahead of the May 2027 event, to help the region handle the increased demand for accommodation.
Beef Australia has announced the introduction of four new Interbreed classes to the 2027 Nutrien Ag Solutions Stud Cattle Championship, expanding opportunities for recognition across younger age categories and enhancing competition for exhibitors from all participating breeds.
Australia’s beef industry is set to remain on a firm footing through 2026 despite record production levels, supported by strong global demand and resilient export markets, Rabobank says in its newly-released Australian Beef Seasonal Outlook 2026.
NSW Farmers has thanked the NSW Government for listening to producers and unveiling a $7 million funding boost and eradication-focused direction for the NSW Cattle Tick Program.
Volatility is nothing new for Australian agriculture but the start of 2026 has been a sharp reminder of how quickly global events can change the operating landscape for producers.
Australian agri-biotech company Nbryo Pty Ltd has announced the successful second close of its latest capital raising round, anchored by a USD$4 million investment from the Gates Foundation.
Australian cattle producers are faced with fulfilling growing demand in expanding domestic grain fed programs as a processing powerhouse emerges in southern Australia.
Selecting genetics to future proof the nation’s cow herds for those tougher times is focusing on breeding a more resilient female for Australia’s challenging environment.
Southern NSW and Victoria are emerging as the nation’s beef processing powerhouse, sparking an insatiable hunger for cattle as the Australian herd moves into the rebuild phase.
