Sydney steers diverted to northern competition
Steers destined for the cancelled Sydney Royal Easter Show were diverted to the Colin Say and Co Pty Ltd carcase competition, with Angus and Angus influenced steers performing well.
Beef
The latest news, genetics, and market insights from Australia's beef cattle industry.
Rainman crowned virtual champion interbreed
Following the cancellation of a number of major cattle events throughout 2020, judging has headed online as a way to bring a bit of fun and excitement to cattle breeders.
Steer weaners average 429c/kg online
Steers weighing 280-330kg saw a 24c average price increase, selling from 362c to 476c, averaging 429c last week.
Modern red meat supply chains put to the test
COVID-19 has created a dichotomy for the US meat industry. Never before has so much meat been purchased through retail channels in such a short period of time, nor modern supply chains put to the test in order to meet that demand.
What’s in store for our red meat markets?
Farmers can tune in to expert advice tomorrow (April 17) on how red meat markets are behaving during these current times of uncertainty and what the future may hold.
Feeder steers on the rise to top at 422c/kg
Feeder steers, weighing 330-400kgs, sold between 226c and 422c averaging 396c, up 8c from last week on AuctionsPlus.
Judging schedule announced for Limo Showcase
The judging program for this year’s virtual Limousin showcase will be held in partnership with The Global Cattle Market – LimousinBreeder.net.
All Elite Wagyu Sale lots genomically tested
The Australian Wagyu Association welcomes Elite Livestock Auctions as our online partner with Grant Daniel & Long (GDL) to conduct the 7th Elite Wagyu Sale online on Thursday, April 20, 2020.
Video auction format for Sprys and Belmore
Both the Sprys and Belmore Shorthorn studs will be offering their autumn catalogues using the online AuctionsPlus format, a format that worked exceptionally well for last month’s Naracoorte Shorthorn Sale.
AngusCONNECT field day shelved
To comply with the protocols set by the government and health authorities regarding COVID-19, the planned AngusCONNECT Field Day, hosted with the Graham Centre and Charles Sturt University Wagga Wagga, scheduled for June 30, 2020 will no longer go ahead.
Prices rocket to $3500 for cows and calves
Demand for cow and calf units drove prices skyward to average $2,335, up $423 from last week on AuctionsPlus.
Pasture help for fire affected beef producers
Fire affected beef producers are set to benefit from the generosity of aerial agricultural company, Rotor Solutions Australia.
