MLA: Cattle and sheep market wrap | tools for a sustainable business | lamb for your Valentine
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Weekly cattle and sheep market wrap
This week, light lambs are the only indicator to be in a stronger position than 12 months ago. Meanwhile, the medium steer indicator is offering a premium to its heavy steer counterpart.
Slaughter back on track for 2022
For the first time this year, processor numbers have begun to reflect 2021 throughput as cattle slaughter lifts by 39% and slaughter volumes for sheep exceed 100,000 head.
Tools for sustainability
Improving lamb survival rates and producing healthy, robust lambs are huge priorities for Tim (pictured) and Georgie Leeming. Watch to find out their strategies for success.
Ag-tech driving productivity
From new software to stock handling infrastructure, the Schulzes (pictured) are implementing a range of ag-tech solutions to increase growth rates, water security and efficiency. Here’s a look at the strategies they’re using to hit their targets.
For the love of lamb
Treat your other half to a Valentine’s Day dinner they won’t forget. This warm lamb salad from one of MLA’s ‘Greatest Butchers on Your Block’, Steve Rosevear, is enough to make you fall in love all over again.