Mecardo

CROPPING

On again, off again: Trump tugs the reins on tariff policy

Trade dispute and global production- what it means for grain.

14 April 2025

CATTLE

Australian beef exports remain high despite US tariffs

Bendigo Bank predicts an "intriguing month ahead" for Aussie beef, as tariffs kick in.

09 April 2025

SHEEP

Mutton prices have jumped dramatically- but will it last?

The National Mutton Indicator jumped 122.21c/kg cwt week-on-week to 550.61c/kg cwt on Friday.

09 April 2025

CATTLE

What will Queensland floods mean for the cattle market?

Mecardo said there is around 3.35m head of cattle in regions impacted by floods and heavy rainfall.

02 April 2025

CROPPING

Proposed US shipping fees may boost Aussie grain prices

The US is proposing to introduce fees targeting Chinese ships using its ports.

28 March 2025

SHEEP

Is there money in feeding lambs?

Mecardo looks at the margins on feeding lambs this year.

29 January 2025

SHEEP

WA sheep flock shrinks as live export ban looms

The WA sheep flock could be shrinking at a rate of 20 per cent annually.

29 November 2024

SHEEP

Late spring could bring significant price premiums for suckers

Mecardo predicts sucker lambs could attract a premium price if supply is lacking in southern states.

07 August 2024

PARTNER CONTENT

Utrisha N: The new biostimulant boosting broadacre yield potential

Extensive trials conducted across Australia show boosted yields in a wide range of

PARTNER CONTENT

Maximise your nitrogen use efficiency

Losing nitrogen to the environment can be costly.

PARTNER CONTENT

Safety first for the year ahead

Since 1870, Blundstone, have supported & protecting farmers across Australia from

PARTNER CONTENT

Precise and Productive Seeding Equipment

The success of next year's harvest begins now, with strong preparation and planning.

A growing series of reports, each focused on a key discussion point for the farming sector, brought to you by the Kondinin team.

A growing series of reports, each focused on a key discussion point for the farming sector, brought to you by the Kondinin team.

editions

Research Report: Sheep Yards (April 2025)

This month's Research Report includes more than a dozen case studies of new sheep yard builds and renovations from around the country. There are plenty of ideas to make the handling of stock more efficient and stress-free.

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Research Report: Large Square Baler Testing (March 2025)

This month Kondinin Group has capacity tested four high-density, large square balers in what is believed to be a first for Australia. Balers from Krone, Kuhn, Massey Ferguson and New Holland were put through their paces, working in windrowed straw.

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Research Report: Rural Communications (February 2025)

With the departure of 3G technology and the emergence of 5G and satellite options, there are significant changes on the connectivity horizon. This month Kondinin Group engineers Ben White and Josh Giumelli investigate what is the best way to stay connected in regional and remote areas.

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Research Report: Chaser Bins (January 2025)

Chaser bins play a vital role when it comes to on-farm grain logistics. The January Research Report features a comprehensive round up of the latest chaser bins of 30 tonnes-plus capacity.