Latest Meat Industry Association figures show red meat exports dropped by almost a fifth in February - because of deteriorating economic conditions.

Exports to all 10 major markets dropped -- with sheepmeat going to the UK dropping significantly.

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21 Mar: A good news day for Fonterra shareholders

21 Mar: Dairy farmers will be breathing a sigh of relief with Fonterra's latest results

20 Mar: There's bad news for dairy farmers on the eve of Fonterra's half year results -- with dairy prices dropping a further 2.8 percent at the latest Global Dairy Trade auction this morning

13 Mar: Sheep and beef farmers are looking down the barrel of their worst year in 15 years

07 Mar: Sheep and goat milk farmers are being left with few options as the sector grinds to a halt

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