supplies

Australian beef facing tight competition

Published: December 8, 2020

Australian beef is said to be facing heightened competitive pressure in Asia at a time when domestic supplies are tight and Australian cattle prices are increasingly out of kilter with global markets.

Lower U.S. cattle in feedlots during October

Published: November 26, 2018

Data from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) show that placements of cattle in feedlots during October totalled 2.248 million, down -6% from a year ago.

Chai Watana appoints new chairman

Published: June 27, 2017

The Thai tannery specialised in leather for the automotive and furniture segments has appointed a new chairman.

U.S. and Australian beef competition to intensify in Japan

Published: May 23, 2017

Major international suppliers of beef to the Japanese market includes Australia and the U.S., which has increased its shipments by 50% in 2016.

Indian hide supply under pressure

Published: April 25, 2017

After the ban on cow slaughter was put in place in some states, the leather industry had been adversely affected due to shortage in supplies of hides needed for exports.