Jamie-Lee Oldfield

Lamb prices just keep on climbing, as we head into the peak supply lull of mid-winter.

As winter temperatures halt pasture growth and spring looks a long way away, the consistent price for mutton is one point of relief for sheep producers.

Lamb records have fallen again this week, and it's not just one standout pen skewing the perception of market outcomes.

Female turn-off is likely to soon impact cattle throughput.

Cattle prices are holding steady despite the lack of a widespread break and increased slaughter levels.

The lamb market is continuing to climb towards the high winter peaks the industry has been predicting.

Lamb prices are following a similar trend to 2017, according to market analysts.

Buyers were selective at Barnawartha on Thursday as the season continues to dictate who has the confidence to buy.

Wool production will drop more than 12 per cent for this financial year.

The latest export figures show trade impact on price resilience regardless of rain.