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16 April 2025
The cow market is experiencing increasing volatility, with basic market fundamentals likely causing the shifts rather than the 90CL imported price . The 90CL hit a new record as processors are short on supply due to weather conditions.

14 November 2019
The 90CL US imported beef indicator (a benchmark price for frozen manufacturing beef into the US) has continued to rise, fuelled by supply uncertainty and strong global demand.

28 February 2025
The cattle market remained steady with minimal price movements, however, the Feeder Steer Indicator eased due to a decline in supply. Cattle yardings eased slightly by 944 to 70,984 head.

30 March 2017
Supplies drive US imported beef prices higher

24 September 2020
A range of factors in the US impacting demand for lean grinding beef have contributed to a decline in the US imported 90CL, placing stress on Australian exports.

22 August 2019
In the US, medium cow prices are closing in on the 90CL, with strong domestic demand the key driver. Historically, high 90CL prices have had a positive impact on Australian cow prices.

05 November 2020
The gap between the Medium Cow Indicator and US 90CL has closed to 26¢ from 410¢ at the start of the year, reducing Australia’s competitiveness in the market.

03 September 2020
The medium cow indicator was reported at 260¢/kg live weight this week, as increased competition from restockers supports higher prices.

21 July 2016
US imported beef market