Kiwi lamb prices are expected to remain under pressure, as Australia's output floods through overseas markets.
Over the past few years, Australian farmers have been able to build up their flocks and take advantage of favourable conditions.
Sheep numbers across the Tasman are at the highest they've been since 2007.
The Country's Jamie Mackay explains the additional factors impacting the current market.
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