Commodity Conversations

Mecardo's market analysts bring you Commodity Conversations, sharing the stories behind what's driving livestock, grain and wool market.

Winter premiums and market shake ups!

This week Ethan Woolley provides an update on the key Australian grain and livestock market drivers this winter and what could be on the outlook as Spring approaches. 

08-31
22:25

What are the Impacts of the Middle East Conflict on Agricultural Markets? -26th March 2026

This week Ethan Woolley is joined by Jason Newton, Chief Economist and Head of Market Research for Nutrien.  The episode covers both the local and global impacts of the conflict so far on agricultural commodities including fertiliser, oil and grain prices. 

03-26
22:47

Hot Start for the Cattle Market - 10th of February

This week, Mecardo's Ethan Woolley catches up with Nutrien Ag Solutions Livestock and Wool Manager for the East region, Adam Mountjoy, to chat about how the sales have kicked off the year. They take a look at the fundamentals and the main drivers boosting supply, including the weaner sales and whether the hot prices recently seen at the yards are likely to hold.  

02-10
17:31

Wide World of Wheat - What's Driving Prices This Harvest? - 20th of November

This week, Ethan Woolley sits down with Next Level Grain Marketing and Mecardo Analyst Nick Booth. With harvest now in full swing, they break down what is driving prices this season and unpack what growers need to know as we head into Christmas.

11-19
18:11

Steer Clear or Dive in with Cattle – 5 November 2025

This week, Ethan Woolley sits down with Amy Phillips, deputy editor for Agriculture at Argus Australia to discuss the key trends and drivers currently shaping the cattle market. They unpack what’s occurring in the saleyards and explore the key dynamics influencing supply and demand.

11-05
17:31

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