For more than three decades, Pioneer Water Tanks has been working closely with sheep, goat and camelid graziers across New South Wales. We’re proud to support producers who contribute to Australia’s renowned wool industry, as well as the growing domestic and international lamb markets.
New South Wales is home to some of the largest sheep flocks in the country, with significant populations spread across the Central West, Riverina, and New England regions. These areas are well known for their productive pastures and long association with both fine wool and prime lamb production.
NSW’s sheep industry is a cornerstone of the state’s agricultural economy, with millions of head grazing across diverse landscapes – from fertile cropping country to tougher grazing terrain. This diversity underpins the strength and resilience of the sector.
To meet the demands of operations both large and small, Pioneer Water Tanks provides a wide range of steel water storage solutions, from 12,000L right through to 500,000L. No matter the scale of your grazing enterprise, we can deliver the reliable water security you need to keep your stock and business thriving.
New South Wales stands as Australia’s leading wool-producing state, with shorn wool production estimated at around 110 million kilograms each year. The state is also home to the largest sheep flock in the country, with more than 27 million sheep grazing across its diverse regions.
Merino sheep dominate the industry, making up close to two-thirds of the breeding ewe flock in NSW. The majority of this production is fine and superfine wool, highly sought after in global markets.
In recent years, the industry has shifted strongly toward a dual-purpose model, with producers focusing on both wool and meat. Growing international demand for lamb and mutton has added significant value to Merino flocks, ensuring that the NSW wool industry continues to play a vital role in Australia’s agricultural economy.
In the 1980s and 1990s, lamb was considered one of the more affordable meats on the Australian market, costing households only a small fraction of the average weekly wage. Today, with growing demand both in Australia and overseas, the price of a trade lamb represents a far greater share of household income – almost double what it once was.
Despite this shift, the appetite for lamb remains strong, with sales volumes and values continuing to rise year after year. New South Wales, as the nation’s largest lamb and sheepmeat producer, plays a leading role in meeting this demand both domestically and internationally.
Mutton, once a staple in many lower-income households across the state, has largely disappeared from the Australian dinner table. However, it has found new life as a valuable export product, with growing demand from markets such as China and the Middle East providing a significant boost to NSW sheep producers.
In addition to the strong tradition of sheep grazing in New South Wales, the state is also home to a large number of goat farms, alpaca farms and other camelid operations.
Alpaca farms in NSW are spread across regional areas, particularly on hobby farms and lifestyle properties, where they contribute to the production of unique wool blends and niche fibre markets.
Goat production is another important sector, with NSW recognised as a major supplier of both managed and rangeland goats. Tens of thousands of head are sold each year, with demand driven by both domestic and international markets, especially for meat exports.
As with sheep enterprises, graziers running goats and camelids rely heavily on dependable water infrastructure. High-quality steel water tanks are vital not only for filling stock troughs but also for reducing evaporation losses during the hotter months, ensuring that producers protect the value of their herds and maintain consistent operations.
For any questions you may have regarding our range of large steel tanks, contact us on 0490 089 551.
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