TOP SIRE 2026–2027 INDUSTRY NEWS CARCASS AND EATING QUALITY DELIVER NEW OPPORTUNITIES One of the most exciting findings from the 2025–2027 AMPT, so far, has been the level of variation observed in meat production and eating quality traits. Nearly 1000 lambs were assessed for intramuscular fat (IMF), an important indicator of eating quality. The average IMF result across the trial was 5.2% with considerable variation observed between genetic groups. These findings highlight the opportunity for breeders to make meaningful gains in eating quality while maintaining performance across other production traits. As global consumers increasingly focus on eating experience and product consistency, the ability to identify and select genetics that deliver both high wool value and high meat value is becoming increasingly important. CONNECTING BREEDERS TO MARKET SIGNALS The AMPT is uniquely positioned to connect genetic performance with real market outcomes. Through partnerships with Meat and Livestock Australia, Fletcher International Exports, Moses and Son wool brokers and industry service providers participants receive a clearer understanding of how genetic differences influence profitability across the entire supply chain. The project continues to strengthen the link between seedstock breeders and commercial producers by providing independently measured data that can be used with confidence when making breeding and purchasing decisions. Photo captions. 1– Des Ryan, Temora; Glen Rubie, Lachlan Merinos, Forbes, and Steve Phillips, Yarrawonga, Harden, in discussion at AMPT. 2– The AMPT held its 2026 shearing at “Harefield”, near Wagga Wagga, where 1200 wethers were shorn, giving producers a great opportunity to engage with the program. (Photos: Supplied) 1– 2– – 12 –
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