Livestock and Grain Markets, Prices & Futures
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Latest News from Markets
Given the significant decrease in plantings and the percentage of corn that has been planted late, corn price may continue to increase.
Muddy feedlot conditions common in 2019 lead to poor animal performance, some health issues, and increased odors as temperatures warm.
The USDA NASS Cattle on Feed report for May was released last Friday. For as large as the numbers are, it has the potential to be bullish.
With the passing of Memorial Day and the unofficial start of summer upon us, sellers of highly marbled, finished cattle are wondering where the demand is.
JBS USA will spend $95 million to expand its Grand Island, NE, beef production facility.
Cash cattle prices have declined for several weeks, and the looming question for feeders this week is if $115 is the bottom?
April placements of cattle on feed totaled 9% more than a year ago, with marketings 7% higher.
Feedyards only saw one active packer bidding on cattle in the south last week.
The basis will need to continue to narrow for feedyards to see significant cash cattle price improvement.
Cattle prices are derived from the total value that consumers place on beef products.