Category: Forecasting
New Research Measuring the Role of Weather on Australian Cattle and Lamb Markets
Working with the Australian Meat Processor Corporation (AMPC), DecisionNext has compiled a new research report examining the impact of weather on Australian cattle and lamb production. The report is particularly timely, as dry conditions in southern Australia have raised concerns about changes in future cattle supply, as well as the...
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Global Appetite, Domestic Impact: How Short Ribs (123 A) Prices React to Trade Disruptions
Key Insights Asian export markets are a primary destination for short ribs (123 A); disruptions on export volume ripple through domestic pricing. Assuming the domestic market could have to absorb 4 loads of short ribs per week between June 1 and August 5, prices for this item could drop between...
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Shifting Beef Markets: 5 Reasons Why It’s So Volatile Right Now
Even before new tariffs hit our international trading partners in early April, the summer of 2025 was looking tumultuous for cattle and beef markets. Carcass weights are at all-time highs, cattle supplies are tighter than ever, and economic uncertainty is starting to affect what consumers buy. With all this going...
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How New Tariffs Could Impact Your Margins
Significant changes are taking place in the international trading system. Recent announcements from the U.S. government around new and expanded tariffs targeting dozens of countries are expected to have a major impact on global commodity flows. While it’s too early to predict their full effects, it’s critical to consider what...
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Beef Up Your Buying Strategy
Fresh protein might not be the most exciting thing on your plate, but procuring it comes with an unexpected set of challenges. The market is always changing and can be hard to predict. Balancing the reliability of formula orders with the potential to generate additional margin from spot buys can...
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