Projections for the 2019 cattle slaughter have been revised up writes Mecardo's Angus Brown.

Landfall clear all 109 bulls for $8853 average.

With the spring and summer forecast more miserable than ever it was a tough time to sell bulls.

The number of female cattle going to slaughter remains high.

South America's big beef producers are flexing their muscle in the world's export markets, including China.

Trials about to kick off at Gatton which may deliver a valuable cattle tick vaccine.

With wet and cold weather persisting, the traditional spring influx of southern cattle is starting slowly, but providing good rewards for those going to market.

Stud buyers were active with commercial producers also filling the stands.

Holding sheep and cattle in purpose-built drought feeding areas is a temporary strategy with more regular appeal

Live export trade says new position will increase transparency.