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Commodity Conversations

Commodity conversations explores all the moves in Australian agricultural markets and the stories behind what's driving them.
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Episodes

An update on the Fertiliser market -16th May 2024

This week Olivia is joined by Mark Tully, Global Market Research Manager for Nutrien Ag Solutions based in Calgary, Canada. Mark joins us to discuss the latest drivers for key inputs for 2024 and beyond.

May 16, 202418 minEp. 271

Key Market Updates Quarter 1 2024 - 22nd April 2024

This week, Rob Hermann, Olivia Agar and Ethan Woolley discuss the key takeaways from the latest Mecardo quarterly report for Q1 2024. to sign up to the mailing list please reach out to us through email: ask@mecardo.com.au

Apr 22, 202425 minEp. 269

When it rains it pours - 5th April 2024

This week Olivia is joined by Andrew Holt, Senior Account Manager & Divisional Livestock coordinator with Nutrien Ag Solutions. They discuss the impact of the big rain event on the East Coast for cattle markets in the short term.

Apr 05, 20247 minEp. 267

Impacts of the Middle East Bag Lamb market

This week Rob is joined by Mecardo's Senior Livestock analyst Angus Brown to give an update on the lamb job. They discuss the impacts of elevated slaughter and the return of the Middle East Bag Lamb market.

Mar 22, 202414 minEp. 266

Why the NZ sheep flock is in decline - 15th March 2024

This week, Olivia Agar is joined by Matthew Haddrell, Senior Agricultural Analyst with Beef + Lamb New Zealand LTD. Matthew joins to discuss how the livestock markets in New Zealand are shaping up in 2024 and some of the key drivers causing changes in the flock.

Mar 15, 202416 minEp. 265

What is driving demand in the wool market - 8th March 2024

This week Rob is joined by Mark Symes, Southern Region Wool Manager for G.Schneider. Rob and Mark discuss what is driving demand in the wool market with insights from key customers in China and Europe.

Mar 08, 202416 minEp. 264

What we have heard about the US cattle herd- 1st March 2024

This week Rob is joined by Ripley Atkinson, Australian Livestock and Commodities Manager with StoneX Financial. With cattle herds in Australia and the US a big topic of discussion, Ripley joins us to discuss the opportunities and key drivers behind the future US herd rebuild and the resulting opportunities for the Australian Beef Industry.

Mar 01, 202421 minEp. 263

Making the most out of the current lamb market -16th February 2024

This week Rob is joined by Prime lamb producer Charlie de Fegely who manages the Quamby property in Ararat, Victoria. Charlie, his partner Liz, and their sons have been innovative, progressive producers looking to maximise productivity and Charlie discusses how they've managed the last 12 months of the turbulent lamb and sheep market.

Feb 16, 202424 minEp. 262

On the lookout for more cattle- 9th February 2024

This week, Rob is joined by Jessica Clarke, Market Reporter for Argus Media to discuss the Northern cattle indicators and how the season is developing for grain fed cattle markets this season.

Feb 09, 202411 minEp. 261

Key Market Updates Quarter 4 2023 - 30th January 2024

This week the Mecardo team (Rob Hermann, Olivia Agar & Ethan Woolley) discuss the key insights from quarter 4 of 2023 in commodity markets including the livestock market turnaround, freight issues and wool premiums. To be added to the Quarterly report mailing list, please reach out to us on ask@mecardo.com.au

Jan 30, 202422 minEp. 260

Impact of large volumes for wool in 2024 - 19th January 2024

This week, Rob is joined by Stewart Raine, Victorian Wool brokerage lead with Nutrien Ag Solutions, to discuss the impact of the large wool offerings at auction to begin 2024 and the improving sentiment as we approach superfine sales in the next few weeks.

Jan 19, 202416 minEp. 259

What’s driving this strong start for Cattle and Sheep markets? -12th January 2024

This week Rob is joined by commodity conversations regular Ron Rutledge, Livestock Development Manager with Nutrien Ag Solutions, to talk about the positive start to the year for cattle and sheep markets. They discuss recent weaner sales and the balance of the market drivers and new found confidence in buyers and sellers.

Jan 12, 202424 minEp. 258

Takeaways from a rollercoaster year in commodities- 15th December 2023

This week Rob is joined by commodity conversations regular Michael Whitehead, Head of Food, Beverage and Agribusiness Insights with ANZ. Rob and Michael discuss some key takeaways from the Summer edition of the ANZ "Agri InFocus" Commodity insights report.

Dec 15, 202327 minEp. 257

The Merino of the future - 1st December 2023

This week Rob Hermann is joined by Tom Silcock, former president of the Australian Merino Sire Evaluation Association. Rob and Tom discuss the future of Merino Sheep and market influences on breeder ram choices.

Dec 01, 202318 minEp. 256

Where grains, oilseeds and wool are at in 2023 - 24th November 2023

This week we continue with Part 2 of Rob's discussion with David Cornish, Director of the Centre for Professional Development at Marcus Oldham College which can also be heard on the AgTalk Podcast. In this iteration, David and Rob discuss where the world is at with grain, oilseeds, and wool markets.

Nov 24, 202314 minEp. 255

How cattle and sheep markets have changed - 17th November 2023

This week David Cornish, Director of the Centre for Professional Development at Marcus Oldham College interviews Mecardo's Robert Hermann as a 2-part series which can also be heard on the AgTalk Podcast. In this iteration, David and Rob discuss how cattle and sheep markets have changed in recent times.

Nov 17, 202328 minEp. 254

Leaning on weaning - 10th November 2023

This week Ethan Woolley is joined by Courtney Tourle, Animal Production Specialist with Nutrien Ag Solutions based in Central West NSW. Courtney discusses the benefits of early weaning and livestock nutrition strategies to make the most out of dry conditions.

Nov 10, 202320 minEp. 253

Key Market Updates Quarter 3 2023 - 24th October 2023

This week Rob Hermann and Ethan Woolley discuss some of the key market highlights in commodities covered in Mecardo's latest Quarterly report. To access the quarterly report, reach out to the Mecardo team by email, ask@mecardo.com.au

Oct 24, 202320 minEp. 251

Making sense of the Lamb market-13th October 2023

This week on episode 250, we have a heavy focus on the lamb market as Rob is joined by one of our favourite guests, Will Barton, CEO of Gundagai Meat Processors. Rob and Will discuss the supply and demand system at play with lambs currently and look ahead to the Summer.

Oct 13, 202325 minEp. 250

”Dairy Beef” production and opportunity - 22nd September 2023

This week, Rob is joined by Sarah Bolton, Dairy Beef and Animal Welfare Manager with Greenham. Sarah talks to us about the developing Dairy beef market including what's required to participate, how other countries have developed the industry, and finding sustainable ways to improve outcomes for Dairy producers.

Sep 22, 202318 minEp. 247

Driving Success for Australian Wool - 15th September 2023

This week Rob is joined by Jo Hall, CEO of Wool Producers Australia. We discuss the benefits of the Indian trade agreeent for Australian Wool, the economic feasibility of domestic wool processing, traceability, and the education of international processors through the Trust in Australian Wool Program.

Sep 15, 202321 minEp. 246

Navigating the challenges ahead for livestock-8th September 2023

This week, Rob is joined by Jason Strong, Managing Director of Meat and Livestock Australia. Jason and Rob discuss priorities for the Red Meat and Livestock Industry, such as the big supply and demand issues the current market is facing as well as the strategic goals for long-term growth including processing and export markets.

Sep 08, 202328 minEp. 245

Canola’s role in the Biofuel Boom- 1st September 2023

This week Olivia is joined by Nick Goddard, Executive Director of the Australian Oilseeds Federation. Nick discusses the latest drivers in Canola and oilseed markets including the latest supply and demand dynamics, the biofuel boom and ISCC certification news.

Sep 01, 202324 minEp. 244
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