Livestock figures on decline

Livestock figures on decline

Livestock numbers continue to fall, including a 21% drop in sheep numbers over the past decade, Statistics NZ data shows. There were 23.6 million...

Livestock sector slows as farmers rebuild herds

Namibia’s livestock sector saw a slow start to 2025, recording a sharp drop in market-ready animals due to widespread herd rebuilding efforts following good rains early in the first quarter of the year. According to the Livestock Producers Association, the favourable weather has encouraged farmers to retain their animals, leading to reduced supply across key marketing channels. “This has consequently led to contractions across all sectors, excep…