Beef cattle market
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Source: USDA-ERS Beef trade is an important factor when analyzing beef and cattle markets. Changes in imports and exports are the net result of shifts in supply and demand in the U.S. and overseas. Trade also reflects potential opportunities and challenges facing the beef cattle industry. Beef imports and exports have diverged over the past…
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With feeder cattle prices at historically high levels, many Georgia producers are asking the same question this summer: should calves be sold at weaning, or retained for another 30 to 90 days? There is no universal answer. The right decision depends on forage availability, expected cattle performance, production costs, labor, market outlook, and the production…
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Cattle markets in Georgia remain at historically high levels. Both underlying market fundamentals – supply and demand – are contributing to the record-high cattle prices. Policy uncertainty affecting the supply side appears to be contributing most significantly to price volatility in the short run. However, the underlying supply factors are unlikely to change in the…
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Managing a cattle operation through a drought like we are in now (see Figure 1) is always difficult. There are so many dials to be monitoring – brood cow body condition, pasture productivity, feed availability, calf health, and much more. Each of these areas may require different management choices in drought vs a “normal” year.
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Dr. Will Secor Recent market swings have highlighted the importance of making an intentional risk management plan. Click below to see how a structured approach to risk management can strengthen long-term decision making for cow-calf producers.
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Dr. Will Secor While slaughter steer prices have come down from recent highs in late summer, feeder cattle prices remain elevated. These strong feeder cattle prices, particularly at lighter weights defy seasonal trends that typically see lows placed in the fall. Click below to learn more about current cattle market conditions.
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William Secor, Ph.D. While it sounds like a broken record to say it, this has been a record-breaking year so far for the cattle market. Cattle market fundamentals of tight supplies and strong demand support these strong markets. Click below to learn more about what is driving current cattle prices.
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Will Secor, Ph.D. USDA’s first pasture and range report of the year shows improved conditions compared to last fall but lags behind last year, with drought still impacting key cattle regions. Will limited forage resources slow herd expansion despite strong market signals? Access this article to learn more.
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Will Secor, Ph.D. A recent study abroad trip to Uruguay provided interesting insights into the country’s beef industry. This article explores key takeaways for Georgia’s cattle producers, including marketing, cost efficiency, and resilience in a competitive market. Read more to see how global perspectives can shape local success.
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Will Secor, Ph.D. Despite lower export volume, U.S. beef exports hit $10.45 billion in 2024—a 4.8% increase in value. Strong demand kept prices high, but will consumers continue paying premium prices in 2025? Click below to access this article.
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