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Brock and Jim break down the week’s cattle market news, trends, and forecasts with a mix of data-driven insight and 40 years of ranching wisdom. Published three times a week by Herd Advisor, each episode blends hard numbers and real-world experience to help cow-calf producers make smarter, more profitable marketing decisions.
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Cattle markets face significant downward pressure as prices for 500-549lb steers drop over $14 in just two weeks, now sitting at $453.46/cwt. This concerning trend is matched by weakening cash trades across the country, with live cattle trading at $235/cwt and dressed cattle at $372/cwt. The market softness heading into spring has producers on edge as multiple factors contribute to the ongoing price decline.In this week's comprehensive market review, hosts Brock and Jim analyze the current st...
Breaking news from the Texas Panhandle as a new respiratory pathogen threatens feedlot operations across the region. This emerging health challenge poses significant risks to cattle performance and profitability, with producers scrambling to update vaccination protocols and management strategies. The timing couldn't be worse, as the industry simultaneously grapples with major processing disruptions, including a worker strike at the crucial JBS Greeley facility.In this packed episode of Cattle...
Labor tensions mount as JBS's Greeley plant faces potential shutdown next week, with 3,800 union workers voting overwhelmingly to strike. The Colorado facility, one of America's largest beef processors, could create significant market disruption if workers walk out on March 16th. This development comes as cattle futures are already trading lower, suggesting possible market corrections ahead as buyers prepare for reduced processing capacity.In this week's comprehensive market review, hosts Bro...
Cattle markets show signs of stabilization as 500-549 pound steers hold steady at $468.85/cwt, down marginally from last week but maintaining a strong $10 premium over early February prices. Heavy volume movement in 600-649 pound steers signals robust feeder demand, despite growing concerns over global market pressures. With March futures lagging significantly behind cash prices and increased market volatility tied to Middle East tensions, producers face a complex pricing environment.In this ...
Record-breaking cash cattle prices continue to dominate market headlines as packers bid up to $248 per hundredweight in northern regions. The national five-market average for fed steers has reached an unprecedented $246.91, reflecting extremely tight cattle supplies and robust demand. Market experts Brock and Jim analyze whether these historically high prices represent a temporary peak or signal a sustained period of strong returns for producers.In this week's comprehensive market wrap-up, ho...
Breaking cattle market update: Small price shifts signal potential softening ahead, with 500-549 weight steers dropping slightly to $464.55/cwt and 600-649 weight steers settling at $422.46/cwt. While domestic demand remains strong, with live cattle prices hitting $247-250 in recent trades, international challenges persist. The China export situation continues to create headwinds for the broader market, even as domestic prices show resilience.In this week's episode of Cattle Market Guys, mark...
Breaking cattle market news: Heavy-weight steers are dominating sales volume, with 12,000 head of 600-649 lb cattle moving this week compared to just 5,500 head in lighter weight classes. This significant volume disparity signals strong buyer preference for heavier cattle, potentially influencing producer marketing strategies. Meanwhile, processor margins face mounting pressure as base prices hit concerning lows of $249 per head.In this week's comprehensive market wrap-up, hosts Brock and Jim...
Market volatility takes center stage as lightweight steer prices dip $5 to $450.24/cwt while futures swing dramatically. The April live cattle contract bounced within a $10 range this week, creating what hosts call "market-on-a-trampoline territory." With tight cattle inventories driving aggressive buying and cash prices holding firm in the South at $242-245, producers face tough decisions in an increasingly unpredictable market environment.In this week's comprehensive market review, Brock an...
Historic supply crunch meets record consumer demand in the cattle markets, creating a perfect storm for price volatility. With beef cow numbers down over 1% nationwide and a 15% increase in feeder cattle grazing grain fields this winter, the industry faces unprecedented tight supplies heading into 2026. Market analysts Brock and Jim explore how this supply-side squeeze, combined with elevated input costs, is pushing producers toward earlier market decisions and creating potential risks for un...
Historic cattle shortage drives markets to critical levels as US herd hits lowest numbers since 1951. With futures climbing steadily above $366 and cash trades showing strength across weight classes, the industry faces a pivotal moment. Labor troubles at major packing plants, including a potential strike at JBS Greeley, threaten to create additional supply chain bottlenecks in an already strained market.In this week's comprehensive market review, hosts Brock and Jim analyze the current state ...
Historic Low: U.S. Cattle Herd Hits Smallest Size Since 1951, Pushing Markets Higher. The latest USDA January cattle inventory report reveals total cattle and calves have dropped to just 86.2 million head, marking a dramatic 72-year low. This unprecedented supply squeeze is driving feeder calf prices above $440/cwt for five-weights, with analysts predicting continued strength through 2024 and beyond.In this week's market update, Brock and Jim analyze the far-reaching implications of America's...
Market analysts warn of critical supply constraints as the latest Cattle on Feed report reveals a stark 3% drop in on-feed inventory from January 2025, now sitting at 11.45 million head. With placements hitting decade-low levels and limited heifer retention, industry experts Brock and Jim compare current conditions to the transformative market of 1996. The tight supply situation, combined with severe winter weather impacts, has pushed futures higher despite cash market softness.In this week's...
Winter Storm Chaos Rocks Cattle Markets: Severe arctic blast sweeping across multiple regions is creating major disruptions in cattle transportation and daily operations. Markets are showing classic weather-induced confusion as traders wrestle with both supply constraints and potential demand impacts. CME reports indicate feeder cattle futures climbing on anticipated supply shortages, while earlier analysis warned of reduced beef movement and consumption during extreme weather.In this week's ...
Breaking News: False screwworm outbreak rumors sent cattle markets into a brief tailspin this week, highlighting how quickly misinformation can impact prices. The USDA quickly stepped in to debunk the claims, confirming no presence of New World Screwworm in Texas or anywhere else in the U.S. This market-moving incident sparked important discussions about industry preparedness and the need for rapid response protocols in the face of disease concerns.In this week's comprehensive market review, ...
Breaking News: A concerning surge in New World Screwworm cases along the Texas-Mexico border is sending shockwaves through the U.S. cattle markets. With eleven confirmed cases reported since December, including eight new cases in Mexico's Tamaulipas state just last week, biosecurity officials are on high alert. The flesh-eating parasite threat has already impacted futures markets, creating a notable spread between cash and futures prices that has market analysts concerned.In this week's "Catt...
Record calf prices and heavy market volume dominate this week's cattle market analysis. With medium and large-frame steers (500-549 lbs) hitting $438.22/cwt, the market shows remarkable strength heading into late January. The USDA's new "Make America More Ground Beef" Program could shake up these dynamics, as dairy producers receive incentives for voluntary culling of older cows.In this packed episode of Cattle Market Guys, Brock and Jim analyze the latest market trends and their implications...
Feeder cattle markets are showing remarkable momentum in early 2026, with medium and large frame steers seeing nearly $9-11 jumps per hundredweight in just one week. The surge mirrors patterns last seen in 2011, suggesting a potentially strong start to the year for cattle producers. While futures took a slight breather after reaching October highs, market forecasts remain optimistic through January, pointing to sustained strength in the feeder segment.In this mid-week market update, hosts Bro...
This week on Cattle Market Guys, Brock and Jim break down the latest feeder cattle prices, futures spreads, and the tight supply fundamentals shaping the early January market. Cash prices continue to outperform futures, lighter-weight calves are forecasted to climb, and packers are facing thin inventories as producers hold firm on bids. The guys also dig into Brazil overtaking the U.S. as the world’s top beef producer, what that means for global trade and exports, and how U.S. cattlemen can...
BREAKING: New World screwworm cases discovered just 197 miles from the US-Mexico border have sent cattle futures soaring and effectively halted live animal trade between the two countries. The latest confirmed case in Tamaulipas, Mexico has triggered immediate biosecurity responses and market uncertainty. With Mexico being a crucial source of lightweight feeder cattle during winter months, the border closure threatens to create significant supply chain disruptions well into spring 2026.In thi...
Holiday market patterns could signal a significant price rally ahead, with forecasts projecting feeder cattle prices to jump to $423.78/cwt in early January. While current trading remains thin following Christmas, historical precedent suggests these post-holiday surges aren't uncommon. Market analysts are closely watching whether these ambitious forecasts will materialize once full trading resumes in the new year.In this mid-week market update, hosts Brock and Jim analyze the current state of...
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