Feeder cattle prices drop after more cattle come to town
More feeder cattle meant declining prices, losing all of what the feeder cattle market gained last week.
Secretary Perdue Statement on Disaster and Trade-Related Assistance
(June 10, 2019 – Washington, D.C.) – U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue issued the following statement on disaster and trade-related assistance: “Whether it’s because of natural disasters or unfair retaliatory tariffs, farmers across the country are facing significant challenges and tough decisions on their farms and ranches. Last month, immediately upon China reneging [...]
This Week in Agribusiness, Feb. 16, 2019
Max is at National Farm Machinery Show and Orion and Steve talk markets, new programs and outstanding farmers.
Up, up and away? Continued strong fed market hinges on continued strong beef demand
Despite bigger production throughout 2018, fed prices fought off expectations to turn negative. That’s a function of solid beef demand. And it has real influence on feeder cattle prices.
U.S. beef trade outlook: The good, the bad, and the ugly
Brexit presents potential opportunity for the export markets, but there is also plenty of unknown in China. Here's a breakdown of the good, bad and ugly in the global protein outlook.
USDA to Release Complete Set of Tables for Agricultural Projections to 2028
WASHINGTON, Feb. 11, 2019 — On Feb. 14, 2019 at 12 p.m. EST, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) will release the complete set of tables prepared for the upcoming USDA Agricultural Projections to 2028 report. The new tables will include projections for farm income, U.S. fruits, nuts, and vegetables supply and use, and global [...]
Cattle Buyers to Require BQA Certification
Coming soon — fewer buyers for your cattle if you are not BQA-certified. by Daniel Buskirk, Michigan State University Extension Marketing beef direct to processors or through many Michigan auction markets for full value will now require Beef Quality Assurance (BQA) certification. BQA conveys commonsense husbandry techniques and scientific knowledge that demonstrate commitment to animal [...]
Choice beef slightly harder to come by, but don’t panic
There’s been a slight reduction in the amount of Choice beef produced and a slight increase in Select. But there’s still plenty of Choice and Prime beef in the market pipeline.
Use Your Eyes and Records to Decide Which Cows to Cull
Michelle Arnold, DVM (Ruminant Extension Veterinarian, UKVDL) Bad hooves or claws are an example of structural problems that adversely affect performance. Which cows in your herd are consistently making you money? Every year, the cow-calf producer needs to critically evaluate each animal in the herd and decide if she is paying her upkeep. Open cows [...]