Higher beef prices fuel positive outlook for live exports

Beef prices in key markets for live exports of calves, store and finished cattle have finished the year running anywhere from 5% to 20% higher leading to greater confidence in beef finishing systems.

29 December 2021

The live export trade for calves was slow to gain momentum in 2021 with a brighter start to the trade expected in 2022. \ Donal O'Leary

The long-term prospects for live exports are uncertain, with calves particularly under the spotlight, due mainly to EU proposals for stringent travel restrictions.

However, the immediate outlook for live exports is positive.

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