Latest News From Markets

EPA Asking States to Revise Clean Air Act Permit Programs

Agency wants permitting programs to include greenhouse gas emissions so they will be able to implement the agency's first-time GHG permitting requirements starting in January.

Heat Stress Impacts Cattle Market

High heat and humidity in parts of Kansas has killed more than 2,000 head of cattle.

Don't Be Aggressive on Feed Needs

With corn, wheat and soybeans putting in short-term lows, we asked a few analysts if it is time to lock in feed needs now.

Summer Opportunity for Cattle Feeding Investments

The cattle futures market has corrected itself with a slight downturn. That correction is temporary say market analysts, and it shouldn't dissuade cattle feeding investments.

Receiving Program Critical for Sale Barn Cattle

The health, management, and vaccination history for the majority of feeder calves sold at sale barns are not known to the buyer.

Has the Cattle Market Lost Its Sizzle?

The last few weeks live cattle futures prices have dropped from the upper $90s to the lower $90s following Memorial Day, typically a time when retailers are expected to move more beef.

Good News in the Cattle Market

Hear market analysis on the April 23 Cattle on Feed report.

Crossbreds Add Vigor to Herd

Choose genetics to complement your end market goals

Audio Analysis of Cattle on Feed Report

Hear Ron Plain, University of Missouri economist, comment on USDA's March Cattle on Feed report.

TP Radio: Cattle on Feed Neutral for the Market

Steve Kay and Ron Plain offer analysis of USDA Cattle on Feed report.

Cattle Nutrition: Processing Is Key

Processing Is Key to Feeding Light Test Weight Corn.

Keep 'em Moving

Rotational grazing extends pasture forage, increases gains.

Cattle On Feed: Postive Report

Hear Steve Kay, Cattle Buyers Weekly editor and publisher, comment on the January Cattle on Feed report.

Put A Cover On It

Monoslope buildings protect cattle from weather extremes.

Cattle On Feed: Bullish Report

Expert analysis of USDA's Cattle on Feed report and what it means to producer marketing.

Cut Winter Feed Costs by Culling Cow Herd

Beef herd owners can cut winter feed costs this winter by not feeding unproductive cows.

Cattle On Feed: Neutral Report

Listen to audio analysis from these experts about USDA's Cattle on Feed report.

Online Tool Projects Fed Cattle Gross Margins

Livestock economists working with the Iowa Beef Center and Iowa State University Extension have created a new tool to help cattle producers develop marketing strategy.

Cattle On Feed: No Big Surprises

Listen to audio analysis from these experts about USDA's Cattle on Feed report.

Tight Supply of Cattle

USDA released its September Cattle on Feed report this afternoon. Listen to audio analysis from these experts.

Somewhat Negative Cattle on Feed Report

Steve Kay, Cattle Buyer''s Weekly, provides insight to the August Cattle on Feed Report.

Slightly Positive Cattle Reports

Steve Kay, of Cattle Buyer''s Weekly, says today's reports can be regarded as slighly positive.

June 2009 Cattle on Feed Report

Exclusive commentary on the June 19 COF from Steve Kay of Cattle Buyers' Weekly.

January Cattle on Feed Report

Glenn Grimes offers his analysis of the January 23 report

Out to Pasture: Why Cattle Feeders Fret

Why should cattle feeders fret after the 2008 presidential election.

Upgrade Your Cattle Handling Facilities

Whether your operation is bare bones or top of the line, it pays to have a good working system.

Built To Last

Iowa cattlemen use creativity in cattle facilities to fit their operation.

Mix It Up

The right feed mixer can make economic sense for mixed rations.

Tips on feeding cattle

Important tips related to feed quality, feed storage, and feed loss management

Think Outside the Hay Ring

Ways to cut your feed bill, short- term and long-term.

Hold ‘Em

Now is the time to re-think the market plan.