Australian Cattle and Beef Market Report

A clear delineation in restocker prices between emerging northern and southern markets has coincided with a potential realisation that the southern spring of 2025 isn’t going to deliver as well as it was likely to a month ago. Whilst the flow and movements of cattle from south to north and north to south for store and slaughter cattle respectively is a unique, rare dynamic. What happens if a south...

A Southern QLD backgrounder and breeder, Tim Clay, General Manager of Dunmore Pastoral, joins us this week, sharing his unique insights & perspective on the market and 2025. Tim discusses how data has influenced his buying decisions this year and the shift that has translated into in terms of profitability, plus how he sees broad positivity in the beef industry for its outlook.

This week, as spring closes in, timely rain and a strong feeder market are sending false signals back to the producer to pay up for restocker cattle. We also look at the substantive influence of the southern feedlots that is forcing the northern markets higher. Plus, we review the key takeaways and details for the first half of 2025 from two key reports for feedlot and processing volumes. © 2025 S...

Ryan Turner, Director of Meats & Livestock (StoneX US), gives a full rundown of how the US market have performed in 2025. We answer all the big questions about the US market and what it all means for the Australian Beef industry. An episode not to miss. © 2025 StoneX Group Inc. all rights reserved. The subsidiaries of StoneX Group Inc. provide financial products and services, including, but no...

Queensland producers, on the back of season-defining March rains, have sold 720,000 head less stock than expected in April for the first half of 2025. Whilst the cow market – driven by intense southern demand – has found another gear, lifting over 45c/kg lwt in this week alone. As producers find themselves in the shadows of Spring and recent rainfall in key supply areas, the market finds itself in...

In this episode, Ripley Atkinson unpacks the StoneX H2 2025 Australian Cattle Market Outlook, offering insights into what’s shaping up to be a strong second half of the year for the beef industry. He covers projected multi-decade highs in slaughter, production, and exports, the drivers behind a rapidly growing national herd, and the strategic opportunity in a southern herd rebuild. On the flip sid...

Jump into a recap of the standout developments in the Australian cattle market for the first half of 2025. Ripley Atkinson breaks down 10-year high slaughter figures and record setting export volumes, the game-changing impact of late March rains across northern Australia, and the markets’ resilience despite abundant supply. He also explores how these conditions are supportive to broadly sustainabl...

On this week’s podcast, we explore structural shifts in the market towards adjusting feedlot programs, plus the potential shortage of southern processor cow supplies come Spring. Whilst the positivity and optimism to increasing herd numbers - particularly in the north - lift trading numbers are all key takeaways from a recent survey we’re discussing. © 2025 StoneX Group Inc. all rights reserved. T...

This week, Cyril Close from TopX Roma shares his views on the healthy state of the cattle market across all categories. Whilst giving a rundown on where seasonal conditions are at for the major beef state of Queensland. Without forgetting to share his love for the beef industry and the people involved. © 2025 StoneX Group Inc. all rights reserved. The subsidiaries of StoneX Group Inc. provide fina...

Recently released data confirm that the beef sectors slaughter and production volumes continue to grow – pushing 40 year highs in some places. In the markets, southern slaughter cattle numbers continue to flow, limiting the necessity of demand for northern stock – a factor that has surprised the market. © 2025 StoneX Group Inc. all rights reserved. The subsidiaries of StoneX Group Inc. provide fin...

What effect will higher supplies have on pricing and why is May unique in terms of its cattle supply? Plus, why does forecasted rain for Southern Australia bring opportunity to producers? These questions and much more answered in this episode of the StoneX Australian Cattle & Beef Market Report. © 2025 StoneX Group Inc. all rights reserved. The subsidiaries of StoneX Group Inc. provide financi...

Despite short working weeks, plenty has been happening in the markets. This episode dives into what rains could mean for southern Australia, forecast over the next week, as Ripley looks at an interesting dynamic of producers and feedlotters doing the maths on where money can be made in cattle at current prices. Importantly, Ripley explains his perspective on Angus versus Queensland flatback feeder...

Ryan Brown, Group Livestock Manager for Smithfield Cattle Company in Queensland has had a long career in the cattle industry - specifically in the lot feeding sector. This week, Ryan shares his views on the benefit of the recent rainfall, how the market is already readjusting following the weather, and the implications of potentially inadequate processing capacity in Australia to handle future her...

Record rainfall across vast tracts of Australia’s major cattle regions in the past week have assured a good – if not great – season in 2025. Season-defining rainfall will boost and improve not only fertility but also calving rates in major breeding herds to deliver national herd growth this year. © 2025 StoneX Group Inc. all rights reserved. The subsidiaries of StoneX Group Inc. provide financial...

Heavy rain affecting all parts of the beef supply chain operating at near full capacity in the past 10 days. Whilst the supply and demand situation remains delicately balanced heading into late March – this and much more is covered in this episode of the StoneX Cattle & Beef Market Report. © 2025 StoneX Group Inc. all rights reserved. The subsidiaries of StoneX Group Inc. provide financial pro...

Episode 3 dives into the key numbers and insights behind the recently released 2024 slaughter and production data as well as the latest Lot Feeding Brief, both for Q4 2024. Showing the sector is well on the way to production highs in the cattle cycle. © 2025 StoneX Group Inc. all rights reserved. The subsidiaries of StoneX Group Inc. provide financial products and services, including, but not limi...

This week on the Australian Cattle & Beef Market report, the recently released StoneX 2025 Australian Cattle Market Outlook report is discussed, including key forecasts and themes to watch in 2025. © 2025 StoneX Group Inc. all rights reserved. The subsidiaries of StoneX Group Inc. provide financial products and services, including, but not limited to, physical commodities, securities, clearing...

On Episode 1 of the Australian Cattle & Beef Market Report bought to you by StoneX, the us record futures and cash markets, the US herd rebuild and the Australian market softening sharply and lots more are discussed on your go to podcast for cattle and beef markets in Australia. Whether you're a producer, trader, or otherwise involved in the cattle and beef industry, this podcast will provide...

Get a 10 minute weekly breakdown of the Australian cattle and beef market, as discussed by Ripley Atkinson - author of StoneX's Australian Cattle & Beef Market Report. Ripley will walk through key market drivers such as supply and demand shifts, pricing trends, and the seasonal influences that shape the industry. From the latest rainfall impacts to supply chain dynamics, the podcast will help...