Sheep producers
Here you'll find the information that is most relevant to you as a sheep producer, including the latest market information, what’s going on in Australia’s domestic and export sheepmeat markets, new activities and industry programs for improving lamb and mutton production, MLA sheepmeat marketing initiatives, R&D outcomes and new publications.
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Find out the latest information on sheep numbers, consumption, exports, production and the value of the Australian sheepmeat industry in the sheepmeat industry fast facts 2009 (PDF, 383KB) document.
MLA is conducting a critical survey to map the direction of the Australian sheep flock. Sheep and lamb producers are asked to provide valuable data on the current status and future direction of the Australian sheep flock. Participate now to win one of two Caltex pre-paid fuel cards worth $1,000 each!
Prime Time To Profit - MLA's Rural Press feature
MLA recently produced a national sheepmeat feature in the major Rural Press publications. Topics that were addressed included the declining national flock, lamb prices, supply issues, the Middle East market, feeding and genetics. Read this feature online.
Declining flock threatens Australian lamb
The Australian lamb industry's high saleyard prices, resilient supplies and strong export demand in the first half of 2009 are forecast to continue according to MLA's 2009 mid year sheep projections.
A new cost of production calculator has been developed to help sheep producers identify and zero in on potential weak spots in their enterprise. This tool comes out of the Making More from Sheep program and aims to better equip producers in spotting areas of improvement in their enterprise.
NLRS Market reports
National Livestock Reporting Service (NLRS) offered by MLA collects market data from the key auction and direct markets across Australia, in addition to slaughter statistics, wholesale, skin and hide prices. MLA members are entitled to 100 free market reports annually.
Find out more about NLRS and the full range of reports available
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Featured publications
Read the latest in MLA's member publications-
feedback magazine (March 2010)
- High A$ puts the pressure on
- Chewing the fat on IMF ASBVs
- Lamb for special occasions in the Philippines
Prograzier (autumn 2010)
- Planning for a better outcome
- Reducing the risk of PRGT
- Three steps to increasing native perennials
- Commercial feedback finetunes breeding objectives
FRONTIER magazine (summer 2009-10 edition)
- Mind phosphorous in the wet
- Bulking up with summer forage crops
- Bugs keep toxicity at bay
- Dishing up the dirt on soil carbon
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Stock Wise is a collaborative initiative of Meat & Livestock Australia (MLA) and Australian Wool Innovation (AWI) to help producers make smart decisions about their business. Stock Wise pulls together the resources and expertise of respected industry experts, online tools and information and practical hands-on workshops to help producers make smart decisions about their business.
Stock Wise tips for drought affected farmers Listen to online audio interviews with some of Australia's leading farm management consultants for useful tips and advice to help you make smart decisions about your business.
Top 25 processors for 2007 (PDF, 353KB)
This review has been conducted for the 2007 calendar year and provides stakeholders with the most up-to date picture of developments in the processing sector.
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MLA's Tips & Tools- practical and easy to follow information sheets designed to deliver the outcomes of R&D to livestock producers in an on-farm 'how to' format. Featured Tips & Tools include:
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Making More From Sheep
Developed by MLA and AWI along with almost 250 leading sheep and wool producers and technical experts, the package enables sheep producers to maximise the potential from key aspects of their enterprise, from managing the soil through to marketing.
Sheep Genetics
Sheep Genetics provides a platform for standardisation, calculation and use of credible and accurate breeding information across all sectors of the Australian sheep industry.
LAMBPLAN
LAMBPLAN is the national genetic evaluation program for the Australian prime lamb industry.
MERINOSELECT
MERINOSELECT provides simple, practical information for Merino breeders and producers on the genetic potential of their animals, by ranking them for various production characteristics, in the form of Australian Sheep Breeding Values (ASBVs).
Sheep Genomics
The five-year $30 million initiative will assist sheep producers to use advanced genetics to fine tune their flocks for specific needs, whether they are for improved fibre, more muscle, increased fertility, or better ability to cope with parasites.
National Vendor Declarations (NVD)s
Producers use the NVD/Waybill to declare valuable information about the food safety status of the livestock being sold. Buyers rely on the NVD/Waybill for accurate information on the livestock purchased and processors rely on the information to ensure only the safest food enters our food chain.
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