It's been a strong start to the year for beef production, according to the latest figures. 

ABS data shows more than 730 000 tonnes of beef were produced in the March quarter, with 2.3 million head of cattle slaughtered. 

Rural Reporter Chris McCarthy spoke with Meat and Livestock Australia Senior Market Information Manager Stephen Bignell about the figures.

It's been a strong start to the year for beef production, according to the latest figures.&nbsp;
ABS data shows more than 730 000 tonnes of beef were produced in the March quarter, with 2.3 million&nbsp;head of cattle slaughtered.&nbsp;
Rural Reporter Chris McCarthy spoke with Meat and Livestock Australia Senior Market Information Manager Stephen Bignell about the figures.

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