
Welcome back to Livestock Now, a hub for Elders livestock news, insights, analysis, and support.
In our spotlight on autumn, read about the upcoming World Angus Forum, a global event coming to Australia. As the proud Excellence partner, Elders has the privilege of conducting a range of sales throughout the two-week event.
Plus, we take a look at our world-first wool handling business, Elders Wool, one year on from operations commencing.
You’ll also find an update from livestock market analyst Simon Quilty, who explains how Trump’s tariffs may affect Australian agriculture. Plus, Elders analyst Richard Koch weighs in with outlooks for sheep and cattle markets.
In the next instalment of our series ‘Meat the Supplier’ we speak to Darren Thomas, managing director of Thomas Foods International, to discuss the meat processing landscape in Australia and internationally.
You’ll also find advice relating to livestock gestational management and lamb feedlotting opportunities, plus all you need to know about Elders’ renowned Feeder Ready Program.
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I hope this edition is valuable to you and your livestock business.
Dave Adamson
General Manager Agency
Elders Wool - celebrating 12 months
It has been just over a year since operations commenced at Elders world first wool handling business, Elders Wool.
Watch the short video below, which talks about the benefits to Australian wool growers it has provided.
Spotlight on: autumn
Spotlight on: rural property
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Meet the team
We have over 300 Livestock and Stud Stock Agents across the country, ready to help you maximise your investment and grow your enterprise.

Introducing Mark Meldrum
Mark is a well-respected Elders Livestock Production Specialist who looks after clients across southern Queensland.

Introducing Kevin Beaton
Kevin is a District Wool Manager and Merino Stud Stock Specialist, with decades of industry experience, based at Hamilton, Victoria.
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