Beef

When market conditions improve, prices should rebound faster for Silver Fern Farms because of its close relationships with customers committed through premium supply programmes. Tony Leggett reports.

China’s consumer confidence has slumped, putting pressure on a market flooded with Australian sheep meat ahead of drought. By Tony Leggett.

Northern Hemisphere Christmas and Chinese New Year celebrations are likely to influence the direction of lamb, mutton and beef pricing, Tony Leggett reports.

Farming beef cattle with the right combination of genetics and raised within a strict regimented feeding plan to the appropriate processing age will result in beef carcases with the coveted intramuscular fat (IMF) demanded by consumers around the world.

Hill country farmers need to remember their main job is to cost effectively turn grass into saleable beef.

Michael Schat gave up contract milking to go into the Red Wagyu business boots ‘n’ all and is making the most of opportunities that come his way.

A South Canterbury farmer and a local stud breeder have worked together to provide beef bulls for the dairy industry, and they’re leaving their mark.

Commercial beef farmers Andy and Angie Mason breed quality beef cows that are fast-tracking genetic progress.

A target of a full Simmental herd is in the offing for the Kemps on their East Coast summer dry farm north of Gisborne. By Tony Leggett. Photos by Louise Savage.

Kerry Dwyer looks at prices for stock sold last year as an indicator and possibilities for trading gains in 2022.