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South Dakota cattle producer says despite headwinds, he’s optimistic about the future

Monday, August 7 by Brownfield Ag News

A South Dakota cow/calf operator and president of the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association says he isn’t surprised that the cattle herd hasn’t started to expand. Todd Wilkinson the price point is cost prohibitive. “If you’re going to go out and purchase replacement... Read More.

Minnesota cattle feeder wants more robust Livestock Risk Protection program

Monday, August 7 by Brownfield Ag News

A regional vice president with the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association wants to see a more robust Livestock Risk Protection program in the next farm bill. Minnesota cattle feeder Mike Landuyt serves region three, which includes Minnesota, Iowa, Missouri, Wisconsin, and Illinois. “Just trying to expand... Read More.

Cattle futures higher to end the week

Friday, August 4 by Brownfield Ag News

At the Chicago Mercantile Exchange, live and feeder cattle were higher waiting for direct business to develop. October live cattle closed $1.60 higher at $182.90 and December live cattle closed $1.50 higher at $187.05. September feeder cattle closed $1.80 higher at $253.45 and... Read More.

Probiotics can reduce production losses from heat stress in cattle

Friday, August 4 by Brownfield Ag News

Heat stress lowers productivity and reproduction success in beef and dairy cattle, but an animal health expert says a probiotic can be a useful tool to limit losses. Dr. Steve Lerner with Chr. Hansen tells Brownfield the function of a probiotic is to improve... Read More.

Cattle producers want certainty in the tax code

Friday, August 4 by Brownfield Ag News

The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association wants a federal estate tax code that promotes the continuation of family-owned businesses and protects America’s farmers and ranchers. Kent Bacus, NCBA executive director, government affairs, says the current relief is set to expire in 2025. “When we... Read More.

Cattle futures higher ahead of widespread direct business

Thursday, August 3 by Brownfield Ag News

At the Chicago Mercantile Exchange, live and feeder cattle were higher watching corn, and waiting for the week’s direct cash business to develop. October live cattle closed $.80 higher at $181.30 and December lives closed $.95 higher at $185.55. September feeders closed $1.55... Read More.

Grassley says 2023 Farm Bill probably won’t include cattle market reform

Tuesday, August 1 by Brownfield Ag News

U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley of Iowa says it isn’t likely his proposed cattle market reform will be included in the 2023 Farm Bill. He tells Brownfield Senator Fischer, one of the main leaders in this area, has told the leadership of the... Read More.

Live cattle lower, hogs mixed to start the week

Monday, July 31 by Brownfield Ag News

At the Chicago Mercantile Exchange, live cattle were lower, and feeders were mixed ahead of the week’s direct cash business. August live cattle closed $.10 lower at $178.05 and October live cattle closed $.07 lower at $179.52. August feeder cattle were unchanged at... Read More.

Direct cash cattle trade ends week with light business

Friday, July 28 by Brownfield Ag News

Chicago Mercantile Exchange live and feeder cattle futures were higher, with feeders in the lead on the lower corn, waiting for the week’s direct business. August live was up $.10 at $178.15 and October was $.10 higher at $179.60 August feeders were $.95... Read More.

Consider changing cattle feeding patterns during extreme heat

Friday, July 28 by Brownfield Ag News

An extension beef veterinarian encourages cattle producers to consider changing feed schedules during extreme heat. Grant Dewell with Iowa State University says ruminant animals like cows generate heat when eating. “We all generate heat when we digest stuff, but cattle and other ruminants produce a... Read More.

Live cattle futures mixed, feeders higher

Thursday, July 27 by Brownfield Ag News

Chicago Mercantile Exchange live cattle futures were mixed and feeders were up, watching corn and waiting for the week’s direct business to develop. August live was down $.62 at $178.05 and October was $.45 lower at $179.50. August feeders were up $.45 at... Read More.

Cattle prices encouraging dairy culling

Thursday, July 27 by Brownfield Ag News

A dairy economist says higher cattle prices have helped motivate dairy farmers to reduce their cow herds. Vice President of Global Operations and Insights Alyssa Badger with Highground Dairy tells Brownfield U.S. milk production declines showed up earlier than expected in USDA’s latest report. “Farmers... Read More.

Stories tagged with: cattle

South Dakota cattle producer says despite headwinds, he’s optimistic about the future

Minnesota cattle feeder wants more robust Livestock Risk Protection program

Cattle futures higher to end the week

Probiotics can reduce production losses from heat stress in cattle

Cattle producers want certainty in the tax code

Cattle futures higher ahead of widespread direct business

Grassley says 2023 Farm Bill probably won’t include cattle market reform

Live cattle lower, hogs mixed to start the week

Direct cash cattle trade ends week with light business

Consider changing cattle feeding patterns during extreme heat

Live cattle futures mixed, feeders higher

Cattle prices encouraging dairy culling

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