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Beef Cattle, Livestock, Markets, Reuters

Cattle placed in U.S. feedlots jump to eight-year high

By GFM Network News March 19, 2016

Chicago | Reuters — The number of cattle put into U.S. feedlots in February climbed 10 per cent from a year earlier to their highest level for that month in eight years, according to a government report released Friday. The placement results, which shed light on future prices for cattle and beef, surpassed industry forecasts […] Read more

Beef Cattle, Livestock, Markets

Klassen: Uncertain beef demand weighs on feeder market

By Jerry Klassen, GFM Network News March 9, 2016

The prolonged period of negative feeding margins continues to set a tone in the feeder market. Alberta packers were buying limited numbers of fed cattle this past week with dressed sales in the range of $280 to $283, down nearly $10-$14 from two weeks ago. This appears to have spilled over into the feeder market, […] Read more

Beef Cattle, Livestock, Reuters

Cargill moves to cut antibiotic use in cattle by 20 per cent

By Reuters, GFM Network News March 9, 2016

Reuters — Cargill, a top U.S. meat processor, is trimming the use of antibiotics in its cattle supply amid concerns among some doctors and consumers about risks to humans from antibiotic-resistant bacteria. The company on Feb. 26 started eliminating 20 per cent of antibiotics deemed important for human medicine and farm animals from its four […] Read more

Beef Cattle, Livestock, Markets

Klassen: Buyers risk-averse on feeder cattle

By Jerry Klassen, GFM Network News February 23, 2016

Western Canadian feeder cattle markets were trading $5-$10 below values seven days earlier. Sharper declines were noted on heavier replacements over 800 lbs., which at times sold for $15 below week-ago levels; quality mid-weight feeders in the range of 600 to 800 lbs. were down $8 on average. Eastern Prairie markets held value on feeders […] Read more

Beef Cattle, Livestock, Markets, Reuters

Cattle placed in U.S. feedlots in January dip from last year

By GFM Network News February 19, 2016

Chicago | Reuters — The number of cattle moved into U.S. feedlots in January slipped one per cent from last year, according to a government report on Friday, nearly matching average industry forecasts. Feedlots were cautious about buying calves, or feeder, cattle while struggling to recoup 14 straight months of lost profits, partly blamed on […] Read more

Beef Cattle, Livestock, Markets

Klassen: Feedlots risk-averse on feeder cattle purchases

By Jerry Klassen, GFM Network News February 10, 2016

Western Canadian feeder cattle markets experienced a softer tone over the past week. Alberta prices were generally steady to $4 lower while in the eastern Prairies, markets were $4 to $7 below week-ago levels. The weaker tone in the deferred futures, along with the stronger Canadian dollar, were the main factors weighing on feeder values. […] Read more

Barley, Crops, Markets

Feed barley market steady, gains expected in spring

By GFM Network News January 19, 2016

CNS Canada — The feed barley market is holding relatively steady in Alberta early in the New Year, but advances are expected looking ahead to the spring. “There has been a fair bit of selling (over the past few weeks) but that hasn’t really pressured prices down any further,” said Jared Seitz of grain brokerage […] Read more

Beef Cattle, Livestock, Markets

Klassen: Fed cattle bounce stabilizes feeders

By Jerry Klassen, GFM Network News January 4, 2016

Alberta fed cattle prices jumped to three-month highs, reaching $174 over the past week, setting a positive tone for feeders to start off the New Year. Retailers appear to be featuring beef at discounted prices, alleviating the bloated beef pipeline. Wholesale prices also ratcheted higher, reflecting the improving demand. While pen closeouts remain in negative […] Read more

Finishers, Livestock, Markets, Reuters

U.S. Nov. feedlot cattle placements slump to record low

By GFM Network News December 18, 2015

Chicago | Reuters –– Cattle movement into U.S. feedlots in November fell 11 per cent from a year ago to their lowest level since the government began compiling the data in 1996, a U.S. Department of Agriculture report showed on Friday. Analysts attributed last month’s much smaller-than-expected placements to deteriorating margins that prompted feedyards to […] Read more

Beef Cattle, Livestock, Markets

Klassen: Feeder cattle stabilize near annual lows

By Jerry Klassen, GFM Network News December 2, 2015

Western Canadian feeder cattle prices traded $5 lower to $5 higher relative to week-ago levels. The market was quite variable across the Prairies, with eastern markets coming under more pressure comparable to southern Alberta. Feedlot operators and backgrounding farmers that were holding back on purchases earlier in the fall were stepping forward more aggressively this […] Read more

GFM Network News

U.S. livestock: Cattle slip back, hogs gain

U.S. grains: Soy futures post biggest monthly gain in nearly five years on China trade optimism

Farm gate milk price to rise in 2026

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Cattle placed in U.S. feedlots jump to eight-year high

Klassen: Uncertain beef demand weighs on feeder market

Cargill moves to cut antibiotic use in cattle by 20 per cent

Klassen: Buyers risk-averse on feeder cattle

Cattle placed in U.S. feedlots in January dip from last year

Klassen: Feedlots risk-averse on feeder cattle purchases

Feed barley market steady, gains expected in spring

Klassen: Fed cattle bounce stabilizes feeders

U.S. Nov. feedlot cattle placements slump to record low

Klassen: Feeder cattle stabilize near annual lows

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