DUBBO REGIONAL LIVESTOCK MARKETS MOVES FORWARD UNDER NEW STEER OF DIRECTION
The Dubbo Regional Livestock Markets (DRLM) has enjoyed a solid uptick in throughput of cattle over the past three weeks, with 3,741 head passing through the yards on Thursday 18 July, representing a 47 per cent increase when compared to the previous week’s yarding.
This increase in yarding also coincides with healthy market conditions, seeing cows top at 338 cents per kilogram at the recent sale.
Manager Dubbo Regional Livestock Markets, Harry Brennan, said that a combination of great market conditions and the DRLM’s new operating model, in which Council assumes full ownership and operation of the yards, assures an optimistic future for the facility.
“We’ve been working with the Dubbo Stock and Station Agents (DSSA) to implement the new operating model for the saleyards, including the new fee structure, which is now in place.”
“Both parties are firmly committed to the DRLM and the benefits it brings to the Dubbo Region,” Mr Brennan said.
The new operating model coincides with a review of infrastructure renewals and upgrades to the facility, including already planned works of sheep and goat electronic identification tagging, and rubber matting replacement scheduled for later in 2024.
“Our electronic identification tagging system is in place and ready to comply with new legislation, come 1 January 2025. We also have rubber matting replacement works occurring later this year.”
“These continuous upgrades and renewals, coupled with our new operating model and these terrific numbers and market conditions, means the DRLM is positioned for a very exciting future”, Mr Brennan said.
Dubbo Stock and Station Agents President, Martin Simmons, said that working closely with Dubbo Regional Council to implement the changes is crucial to the long-term sustainability of the DRLM.
“We have a shared vision for excellence and innovation in the livestock market industry, benefiting not only the local community but also the wider agricultural sector,” Mr Simmons said.
For more information on the DRLM, including the latest market reports, head to www.dubbo.nsw.gov.au/livestock
Last Edited: 23 Jul 2024