Red meat, poultry supplies in cold storage tightenU.S. red meat and poultry in cold storage ended August below year ago levels. The USDA says red meat stocks were 7% below the end of August 2024 at 809.675 million pounds, with a 13% drop in pork to 393.893 million pounds due to lower production and good demand more than canceling out a 2% gain in ...
The Asian Longhorn Tick Moves West to KansasThe Asian longhorn tick (ALHT) has now been identified in Kansas. The tick was submitted to the Kansas Department of Health and Environment for identification after being found on a dog in Franklin County last week. This represents the western most occurrence of the tick; it was last found in Iowa i...
Ground beef surge forces Brewers fans to rethink tailgate menus this postseasonWith the Milwaukee Brewers in the playoffs, barbecues, tailgates and watch parties are a constant, and fans could feel the financial impact as ground beef prices continue to climb. "Brewers go! I hope, I hope they take it all away," said Shelley Mathews, a shopper at Outpost Natural Foods Co-op. M...
R-CALF urges tariffs to protect U.S. cattle and sheep industries from importsThe CEO of R-CALF USA says tariffs should be supported by beef and sheep producers. Bill Bullard tells Brownfield he’s encouraged by President Trump’s tariff actions. “We’ve made a formal request to impose tariffs for our sheep producers because that industry has been decimated by the unlimited im...
Hog futures fall as China glut pressures pricesChicago Mercantile Exchange (CME) feeder cattle futures rallied on Thursday to a record high on strong cash market prices and tight supplies linked to the US suspension of Mexican imports due to the spread of screwworm south of the border, reported Reuters. Live cattle followed feeders higher, pos...
Cattle futures up ahead of wide-spread direct businessAt the Chicago Mercantile Exchange, live and feeder cattle were up, waiting on direct business to develop. Feeders were sharply higher on the continued tight market-ready supplies. December live cattle closed $1.02 higher at $239.90 and February live cattle closed $1.17 higher at $243.40. Novembe...
Livestock advisor expects strong beef market to continue into 2026A livestock market advisor says beef and dairy producers should expect a strong beef market for at least another year. Matt Wolf from Ever.ag tells Brownfield the size of the cattle herd hasn’t changed much, and cattle prices are significantly higher than they were last year. “You know, comfortably...
How much is that steak? Record high beef prices force restaurants to rethink menusCity Barbeque, a fast-casual barbecue restaurant chain founded in Columbus, Ohio, is used to selling just under 4 million pounds of brisket a year across the 11 states it serves. After all, the "premium barbecue experience" is what City Barbeque prides itself on, said Rachel Demers, the company's s...
Lean Hog Market at a Crossroads: Prices Trend Lower Amidst Weakening Fundamentals and Global HeadwindsThe lean hog futures market is currently experiencing a notable downturn, with prices trending lower as market sentiment suggests a potential top has been reached after a period of bullish momentum. This shift is prompting investors to re-evaluate strategies and consider the implications of weakenin...
Bullish on beef: Ranchers expect high prices and demand, cattle shortage to continueRanchers feel bullish as cattle prices hit record highs this summer and remain elevated thanks to record low inventory and strong beef demand. “It bodes well for us right now. If you’re a cow-calf producer, you’re in a good spot,” said Todd Nash, past president of the Oregon Cattlemen’s Association...
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