22/01/2026
As we step into 2026, we hope you've all had a chance to enjoy the break with your family, recharge, and reflect on what was a remarkable year for Angus NZ.
2025 brought record-breaking bull sale results, solid farm-gate returns and a thriving community. These achievements have set us up well as we move into the new year with confidence and purpose.
Looking forward, the latest Rabobank outlook for 2026 highlights several positive trends for our sector:
✔️Global beef supply is expected to tighten further — marking continued supply constraints and potentially robust pricing environments for quality beef.
✔️New Zealand beef head counts are forecast to increase modestly, while strong international demand is anticipated to underpin positive farm-gate returns and global interest in premium beef.
✔️Beef looks to remains an important contributor to strong export demand, offering opportunity for long-term value lift for New Zealand producers.
These trends show that the fundamentals for our industry are solid — tight supply, resilient demand, and a market that continues to value the quality genetics and performance Angus NZ breeders deliver.
We’ve also got exciting milestones ahead within Angus NZ — from our Herd Tour in the Far North to continued enhancements to the Helical system and PBB registry, which are helping our members work smarter and stay competitive.
Here’s to another outstanding year of breeding excellence, industry collaboration and market success. Wishing you and your family a happy, healthy and rewarding 2026!