LIVESTOCK PRODUCTS
- In 2012-13, the gross value of livestock products decreased by 7% from the previous year to $6.8 billion.
- The gross value of wool dropped 10% to $2.5 billion.
- A small decrease in milk production in combination with lower milk prices resulted in a drop in the gross value of milk to $3.7 billion (down 8%).
- The gross value of eggs increased by 12% to $653 million, driven by an increase in production.
VALUE OF LIVESTOCK PRODUCTS PRODUCED, Australia, year ended 30 JUNE 2013
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| Value | Change in value since |
| | 2011-12 |
| $m | % |
|
Wool (a) | 2 471.7 | -10 |
Whole milk | 3 687.3 | -8 |
Eggs | 653.0 | 12 |
| | |
Total livestock products | 6 812.0 | -7 |
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(a) Includes value of dead wool and wool on skins | | |
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