Australian Beef Exports Hit Record Highs Yet Again
Australian Beef Exports Hit Record Highs Yet Again – July 2025
Published: 4 July 2025 | Meatex News Desk
The Australian beef export market has once again reached record levels, according to the latest data from Meat & Livestock Australia (MLA). In July 2025, Australia exported 150,435 tonnes of beef, marking a 12 per cent increase on June’s previous high and a 16 per cent rise compared to July 2024
Key Drivers of Export Growth
This is the fourth time in a year that Australia has broken monthly beef export records. Several factors are contributing to this sustained growth:
- High slaughter volumes: Weekly cattle slaughter has consistently exceeded 150,000 head since April.
- Heavier carcase weights: Average adult cattle carcase weights reached 313kg in Q1 2025.
- Global supply constraints: Declines in beef exports from Argentina, the United States, New Zealand, and Canada have opened up market share for Australia.
- Strong demand: Key markets such as China, Japan, South Korea, and the United States continue to show robust demand for chilled and frozen Australian beef.
Competitive Advantage
Australia’s ability to supply consistent, long shelf-life beef products has strengthened its position in global markets. The country’s export performance is being further supported by tight supply conditions among competitors and favourable seasonal processing conditions.
Market Outlook
Looking ahead, analysts are watching for potential shifts in Brazil’s cattle cycle, which could affect global supply dynamics. Seasonal conditions in Australia will also play a role in determining whether record export volumes can be sustained into the final quarter of 2025.
Original reporting by Meat & Livestock Australia
