The proposed new Import Conditions significantly increased the JD testing requirements for Qld and NT herds wishing to sell bulls and females into WA and in addition had rigorous conditions requiring that to remain WA eligible herds could only introduce cattle from other WA eligible herds.
The return on investment achieved when investing in new genomic selection tools for commercial heifers was discussed in a presentation delivered at the Angus CONNECT Research and Development Update – Autumn 2021.
A combination of global and localised factors is creating a “very tight” global beef cattle market – with strong demand and record high prices in many regions throughout the world.
The 2021 Australian Wagyu Association’s Elite Wagyu Sale held on April 28 continued to highlight the global strength of the Association’s Wagyu BREEDPLAN estimated breeding values (EBVs) and genomic analysis to an ever-increasing domestic and international Wagyu sector market.
The Australian Wagyu Association 2021-2031 Progeny Test Program will join approximately 40 Fullblood Wagyu sires from across to the globe, to more than 2,000 Australian-based Wagyu females.
‘The Angus Influence – Performance to Profit’ seminar featured as part of the Beef Australia 2021 program during May and showcased insights from a range of members of the beef industry, covering what makes businesses profitable and how producers have successfully utilised Angus genetics in their operations in northern and southern operations.
Last week again saw 280-330kg steers in the largest supply, with a 74% clearance rate for the 2,283 head offered - as prices edged slightly lower, down $2, at $1,623/head.
For the young steers, the largest category 280-330kg steers declined $22 on the previous week, averaging $1,625/head – with a 75% clearance rate on AuctionsPlus.