Tag: cattle
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Mid Day Markets – myradioranch.com
Markets at Midday April 13 Grains are under pressure at midday with selling showing up across the board. Corn is trading lower as global supply and slow export demand continue to weigh on the market. Soybeans are holding mostly steady, bouncing between small gains and losses as traders look for direction. Wheat is lower, with…
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Here’s your morning markets on the Ranch — myranchradio.com
Cattle markets remain firm, with tight supplies continuing to support both live and feeder futures. Cash trade is steady, reflecting strong underlying demand. In the grains, corn is mixed as planting expectations build, with pressure from slower export demand. Soybeans are slightly higher, supported by strength in soybean oil tied to renewable diesel demand. Wheat…
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Morning Markets – myradioranch.com
Livestock markets are starting the day with continued strength following last week’s gains. Live cattle futures remain near recent highs, supported by tight supplies and steady demand. Feeder cattle are also holding firm, backed by strong cash markets. Lean hogs are opening mixed to slightly lower as traders monitor supply levels and export demand. In…
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Strong Cattle Prices Slow Herd Rebuild
Cattle producers continue to favor selling over holding back heifers, slowing efforts to rebuild the U.S. herd. Despite near-record prices, many producers are choosing immediate returns instead of retaining replacement females. Strong feeder markets are making it hard to pass up current opportunities. At the same time, feed costs, pasture conditions and risk management concerns…
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Morning Markets on the Ranch. myradioranch.com
Here’s your morning markets on the Ranch — myranchradio.com: Cattle markets remain the leader, with live and feeder futures holding strong near recent highs. Tight supplies and steady beef demand continue to support the complex, with cash trade holding firm. In the grains, corn is slightly lower as planting expectations build, but downside is limited…
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Heifer Retention Still Lagging, Herd Rebuild Slows
Even with cattle prices near record levels, producers are still holding back on heifer retention—and that’s raising concerns about how fast the U.S. herd can rebuild. Instead of keeping replacements, many operators are cashing in on strong feeder prices. It’s helping the bottom line today, but it’s also delaying herd expansion. Industry watchers say input…