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

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 marketWhat’s driving prices in 2025Impact of live export and processor demandGlobal market influences and export demandWhat northern producers should be watching nextIndustry 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.Thanks to our podcast partner: Preston Rowe Paterson Regional North Queensland – your trusted partner in agriculture, property, and valuation. 🔗 Learn more: https://prp.com.au/prp-regional-north-queensland-2/