Meat & Livestock Australia

22/02/2026

MLA is aware of the United States Government’s decision to introduce a 15% baseline tariff on all imports. It is important to note that Australian beef will remain exempt under the Section 122 tariffs surcharge, maintaining a 0% tariff following the announcement made in November 2025.

Unfortunately, Australian sheepmeat and goatmeat will see tariffs increase from 10% to 15% under the new arrangements.

MLA will work with industry and the Australian Government to navigate the challenges this new tariff hike will impose.

20/02/2026

Weekly market wrap 📊

🔴 Heavy rain forced cancellation of key northern sales, impacting yardings. 🌧️
🔴 A reduced sheep and lamb yarding did not elevate sheep indicators. 📉
🔴 Both cattle and sheepmeat slaughter remained stable week-on-week. 📊

Full report 👇
https://www.mla.com.au/news-and-events/industry-news/20022026weekly-cattle-and-sheep-market-wrap/

18/02/2026

Do you know your cost of production? 🤔

Strengthen your bottom line by understanding the real cost behind every kilogram of meat you produce using MLA’s Cost of Production calculator.

Link in comments 👇

17/02/2026

MLA has secured a new grant to strengthen cooperation between Australia and China’s cattle and red meat industries thanks to National Foundation for Australia-China Relations 澳中基金会.

The initiative will support industry exchanges and launch the first Australia China Livestock and Red Meat Industry Cooperation Forum.

Find out more about what these means for the industry in the comments below.

17/02/2026

Find out how Cluden Newry Pastoral is achieving major gains in stocking rate, profit and efficiency through strategic investment and strong management in the comments below 👇

13/02/2026

Weekly market wrap 📊

🔴 Cattle supply decreased as producers hope for rain to boost market demand. 📉
🔴 Domestic processors showed caution in sheep and lamb markets. 📊
🔴 Cattle slaughter lifted across all states. 📈

Full report 👇
https://bit.ly/406m9RA

National cattle yardings decreased 12% this week to 68,049 head. The decrease was significant across NSW (down 22%), SA (down 27%), and WA (down 21%), while the other states remained stable. Producers are holding back cattle supply in the hope that predicted rain in NSW and Queensland comes to fruit...

11/02/2026

Looking to boost your pasture performance? 🌱

Healthy soils are the foundation of productive pastures. Explore practical tools and strategies to assess, improve and manage your soil in the comments below 👇

10/02/2026

Learn how a sheep producer transformed unproductive country into a high-value feed and shelter source for his 2,200 Merino-cross ewes. 🐑

👉 https://bit.ly/3NYtaBs

06/02/2026

Weekly market wrap 📊

🔴 Supply surged following numerous saleyard market closures last week due to extreme heat and the Australia Day public holiday. 📈
🔴 Cattle prices remained steady but the sheep market dropped. 📊
🔴 Slaughter declined week-on-week (WoW) across all species. 📉

Full report 👇
https://bit.ly/4ai4kE7

All National Livestock Reporting Service (NLRS) saleyards presented significantly higher yardings this week. Despite the increased supply, prices were stable under pressure. Seasonal conditions across large parts of NSW have deteriorated over the past four consecutive months, with below to very much...

03/02/2026

Learn how to best protect your livestock against heat stress in difficult conditions and support your business’ productivity and resilience.

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https://bit.ly/4af3iZu

With extreme temperatures continuing across much of Australia, learn how to best protect your livestock against heat stress in difficult conditions and support your business’ productivity and resilience.

30/01/2026

Weekly market wrap 📊

🔴 Numerous sales were cancelled due to high temperatures. 🌤️
🔴 Indicator accuracy has been impacted by reduced sales. 📊
🔴 Cattle slaughter is 2% higher year-on-year (YoY) despite unseasonal weather events. 📈

Full report 👇

Extreme heat across eastern Australia led to the cancellation of several livestock markets as animal welfare was prioritised.

28/01/2026

Can fewer cattle bring bigger returns? 💰

Find out more in the comments 👇