The eastern U.S. generally saw conditions worsen with Virginia and North Carolina almost entirely in drought.
Thu December 05, 2024
The Future Expectations Index increased 37 points to 161, while the Current Conditions Index rose to 113, 18 points above October’s reading.
Wed December 04, 2024
Due to the Thanksgiving Holiday, last week's Marketings were 77.7% lower than the 3 Year Average.
Mon December 02, 2024
The lack of Mexican cattle imports for the remainder of the year will have some immediate impact reducing an already tight feeder supply.
Mon December 02, 2024
Total pounds of beef in freezers were up 5 percent from the previous month but down 3 percent from last year.
Tue November 26, 2024
Last week's Marketings were 210.2% higher than the 3 Year Average.
Mon November 25, 2024
Current heifer slaughter rates suggest that the beef cow has continued to decrease in 2024 and that prospects for herd expansion in 2025 are very limited.
Mon November 25, 2024
Compared to last week, fed cattle trade in the Southern Plains and Northern Plains was higher, as were feeder cattle and stocker calves. Live cattle and feeder cattle futures made strong gains.
Sat November 23, 2024
Cattle on Feed up slightly with Placements & Marketings up 5 Percent
Fri November 22, 2024
October Beef Production & Pork Production up 5%
Thu November 21, 2024
Weekly Beef Sales were up 1% with Weekly Exports up 3%.
Thu November 21, 2024
The Plains, Midwest, South, and West Virginia saw big improvements in drought and dryness.
Thu November 21, 2024
For the first time since July 1, 2023, there are fewer heifers on feed than a year ago, though not by much, which suggests that producers were not intent on retaining a substantial number of heifers.
Wed November 20, 2024
A July 2025 Cattle Inventory will ultimately depend on what is appropriated by Congress
Wed November 20, 2024
Compared to last year, estimates indicate Cattle on Feed will be slightly lower with Placements & Marketings higher.
Tue November 19, 2024
49% of Winter Wheat is in 'Good to Excellent' condition compared to 44% last week and the 5 Year Average of 48%.
Tue November 19, 2024
Last week's Marketings were 23.1% lower than the 3 Year Average.
Mon November 18, 2024
Compared to last week, fed cattle trade in the Southern Plains and Northern Plains was lower. Feeder cattle were slightly higher with stocker calves sharply higher.
Sat November 16, 2024
Weekly Beef Sales were up 78% with Weekly Exports up 10%.
Fri November 15, 2024
More November rain (and some snow) led to more drought improvement in the Central U.S
Thu November 14, 2024
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