Tight Supplies and Strong Demand Push Live and Feeder Cattle Markets Higher Livestock analysts say the cattle markets are responding exactly the way they like—with a clean, straightforward story. Tight supplies paired with strong demand are giving both live cattle and feeder cattle contracts a significant lift as the industry moves deeper into the marketing year. As analysts put it, …
Georgia Beef Board Focuses on Emergency Planning and Preparations for 2026
Georgia Beef Board Looks Ahead to 2026 with Expanded Training, Education, and Promotion As 2025 comes to a close, the Georgia Beef Board is shifting focus toward planning and preparation for the year ahead. We caught up with Wyatt Doolittle of the Georgia Beef Board to learn more about recent activities and the initiatives set to roll out in 2026. …
Alabama Cattlemen’s Association Young Cattlemen’s Advocate in DC
Alabama’s Young Cattlemen’s Leadership Program Council Heads to Washington, D.C. for 2025 Policy Experience The Alabama Cattlemen’s Association’s Young Cattlemen’s Leadership Program (YCLP) Council is preparing for a meaningful leadership and advocacy experience as the group heads to Washington, D.C. This biennial trip offers young cattle producers an inside look at the federal policy process, strengthening their understanding of how …
FBC Recognizes Board Members As They Wrap Up 2025
Florida Beef Council Celebrates a Strong 2025 Beef Promotion Year and Honors Key Leaders The Florida Beef Council (FBC) is wrapping up the 2025 beef promotion year, and it has truly been a period of growth, outreach, and collaboration. We caught up with Deanne Maples of the Florida Beef Council to gather her reflections on this year’s accomplishments and the …
USMEF Focusing on USMCA Public Hearing
USMEF Prepares Testimony Ahead of Key USMCA Hearing as Experts Warn of Trade Turbulence The U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF) is gearing up for the U.S. Trade Representative’s public hearing this week regarding the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA). As the agricultural industry anticipates next year’s scheduled review of the agreement, the organization is focusing on protecting the stability and growth of …
Commodity Tracking Through November
December Commodity Market Review: Precious Metals Lead, Grains Lag in 2025 As the calendar rolls to December, investors and producers alike are taking stock of how major commodities have performed year-to-date. With 11 months now behind us, clear trends have emerged across the 48-commodity index—highlighting standout sectors as well as markets that struggled to gain traction. As the report notes, …
Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Support For Cattle Producers Regardless of Herd Size
Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Supports Statewide Research for All Herd Sizes The Florida Cattle Enhancement Board continues its commitment to ensuring that meaningful, producer-focused research is conducted on behalf of cattlemen across the state—regardless of herd size. We spoke with Mack Glass of Cherokee Ranch, who served on the board and shared insight into how these efforts help strengthen the …
USDA Highlights Forecasts for Meat Pricing and Production
USDA Releases November Outlook for Cattle, Beef, Broiler, and Pork Markets The USDA has released its latest November livestock and meat price forecast, offering updated expectations for cattle, beef, broiler, and pork production heading into 2025 and 2026. Cattle and Beef Prices: Still Elevated USDA Livestock Analyst Michael McConnell reports that cattle and beef prices are following typical seasonal trends. …
USDA Resumes Cattle on Feed Report
USDA Releases First Cattle on Feed Report Since September After Government Reopens With the federal government now reopened, the USDA has issued its latest cattle on feed report, the first update available since September. USDA Livestock Analyst Michael McConnell shared key insights from the newly released data, which reflect continued tight feeder cattle supplies and shifting herd dynamics. Cattle on …
Cattle Market Watch
Cattle Markets Hit Multi-Month Lows Heading Into Thanksgiving Break As markets pause for the Thanksgiving holiday, cattle producers may welcome the brief break after another tough week in the livestock sector. With markets closed Thursday and only light trading expected Friday, both live cattle and feeder cattle futures are entering the holiday near significant lows. February Live Cattle at Five-Month …










