#4: What’s Driving the Northern Beef Market with Ripley Atkinson from Stone X

05/12/25 • 14 min

In this episode of The Northern Update, we’re joined by Ripley Atkinson—market analyst at StoneX and host of the Australian Cattle and Beef Report podcast.

We dig into what’s happening right now across the Northern Australian beef industry—from price movements and demand trends to the influence of live export and global markets. Ripley breaks down the key drivers behind the numbers, what’s shaping feeder steer demand, and where opportunities might lie as we head into the back half of the year.

In this episode:

Current state of the northern cattle market
What’s driving prices in 2025
Impact of live export and processor demand
Global market influences and export demand
What northern producers should be watching next
Industry insight from the Australian Cattle and Beef Report

🎙️ The Northern Update brings you boots-on-the-ground insights, stories, and market updates from across northern and western Australia—every fortnight.

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In this episode of The Northern Update, we’re joined by Ripley Atkinson—market analyst at StoneX and host of the Australian Cattle and Beef Report podcast.

In this episode:

Current state of the northern cattle market
What’s driving prices in 2025
Impact of live export and processor demand
Global market influences and export demand
What northern producers should be watching next
Industry insight from the Australian Cattle and Beef Report

🎙️ The Northern Update brings you boots-on-the-ground insights, stories, and market updates from across northern and western Australia—every fortnight.

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#3: Post-Rain Animal Health Insights with Dr. Matthew Boon

In this episode of The Northern Update, we’re joined by Dr. Matthew Boon from Tropical Vets to talk about the flow-on effects of the recent heavy rainfall across Queensland—and how it’s impacting animal health across both the coast and inland regions.

We dive into the key risks producers should be watching for, practical steps to stay ahead of potential health issues, and what trends vets are seeing across paddocks and clinics right now. Whether you're managing cattle on the coast or further inland, this episode gives you the insight you need heading into the cooler months.

In this episode:

Snapshot of rainfall across Queensland and its impact on animal health
Common animal health issues emerging post-rain
Coastal vs inland risks for cattle and livestock
Prevention tips for managing animal health during a wet spell
How to get support from Tropical Vets
Upcoming rural events on the social calendar

🎙️ The Northern Update brings you boots-on-the-ground insights, stories, and market updates from across northern and western Australia—every fortnight.