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15 May 2025
The latest results highlight the adaptability of the lot feeding sector and how it can respond to shifting seasonal and market conditions. Australia is currently facing a stark contrast in seasonal conditions: the south is experiencing sustained dry weather, with SA, Victoria, and parts of NSW experiencing poor pasture and feed availability. As a result, many producers have turned to feedlots to finish cattle to hit target weights through short-feeding programs.

28 November 2016
Read the latest feedlot research published by MLA.

06 September 2016
MLA publications Evaluation of practices used to reduce the incidence of bovine respiratory disease in Australian feedlots The purpose of...

30 April 2025
MLA analysts provide accurate and timely market information to the red meat industry through a range of resources. The information is sourced from the National Livestock Reporting Service (NLRS), an independent market intelligence agency within MLA that collects and reports on livestock market data. This data includes slaughter statistics, wholesale meat prices, and skin and hide prices.

03 March 2016
The latest ALFA/MLA quarterly feedlot survey reflects the trend over the past three years of continued growth in cattle numbers on feed at the larger end of the feedlot sector.

27 August 2015
Results from the ALFA/MLA quarterly feedlot survey indicate cattle on feed in Queensland continued to grow in the June quarter, up 10% year-on-year, at a little over 528,000 head.

24 May 2016
The latest ALFA/MLA quarterly feedlot survey indicated the number of cattle on feed for the March quarter had declined 5% year-on-year, to 914,901 head, and was down 8% from the record number the previous quarter.