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Importance of Beef Exports

2013 05 07 Slide1_013

Dr. Curt Lacy (UGA) Exports contribute significantly to the value of slaughter cattle and feeder cattle. In fact, some industry analysts suggest they add around $150 per head to the value of cattle by providing additional markets for cuts and variety meats that are less valuable in the US. In recent years, beef cattle exports […]

February 1 Cattle Report Confirms Shrinking Beef Cow Herd

2013 02 01 COW-Feb42013

Dr. Curt Lacy (UGA) On February 1, USDA released their much anticipated Cattle report. This annual report is one of the most anticipated news events for cattlemen, analysts and cattle industry observers because it details the number of cattle that we have by class. As a result, it is very helpful in predicting future market […]

Stocker Demand Remains Strong

2012 10 26 Calfpricesoct2012

Dr. Curt Lacy (UGA) In spite of high corn prices, demand for lightweight steers remains very strong. This week’s chart depicts prices for 400-500 pound steers versus last year and the five-year average. Following the summer swoon brought on by high corn prices, calf prices have firmed up and continue to run well ahead of […]

September 12 WASDE Provides Some Good News for Cattle Producers

2012 09 12 Slide1_011

Dr. Curt Lacy (UGA) On Wednesday, September 12, USDA released its September World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates (WASDE). While the report did not contain any major news, it did indicate that corn supplies should be marginally higher from now until next year. As a result, the U.S. average corn price was lowered slightly (Figure […]

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