NCBA Convention Begins in Nashville as Cattle Markets Hold Key Levels
The NCBA Convention and Trade Show kicks off today in Nashville, drawing nearly 9,000 cattlemen and women from across the country. The annual event brings together producers, industry leaders, and agribusiness professionals for policy discussions, educational sessions, and one of the largest cattle-focused trade shows in the nation.
This year’s convention comes just days after Nashville was hit hard by an ice and snow storm that disrupted travel, closed businesses, and left many residents without electricity. Power is slowly being restored across the area, and organizers report that the city is working diligently to accommodate the influx of visitors as the event gets underway.
While weather recovery continues on the ground, cattle markets remain relatively steady. Live cattle futures are continuing to trade within a defined range, reflecting cautious optimism and technical stability. April live cattle are facing resistance in the 242 to 244 range, while solid support is holding between 230 and 228. These levels suggest the market is consolidating as traders watch both demand signals and broader economic factors.
Feeder cattle futures are also maintaining a sideways pattern. March feeder cattle are finding 368 to 370 to be a tough area to break through on the upside. On the downside, strong support is developing around 350 to 352, helping to limit selling pressure. This range-bound trade reflects uncertainty but also resilience in the feeder cattle market.
As thousands of producers gather in Nashville, conversations around risk management, market volatility, weather impacts, and long-term industry outlooks are expected to take center stage. The NCBA Convention provides a timely forum for cattlemen and women to assess current market conditions, share insights, and prepare for the year ahead.
With weather challenges, steady futures trade, and strong industry participation, this year’s NCBA Convention opens at a pivotal moment for the U.S. cattle sector.
Audio Reporting by Mark Oppold for Southeast AgNet.