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Don Shurley, Cotton Economist, UGA Emeritus Professor
Last week’s USDA monthly crop production and supply and demand estimates contained some good news and some bad news. Overall, I’d have to consider the report somewhat bearish.
The market (new crop December futures prices) has been in a “downward-sideways” mode since mid-May and has …
Permanent link to this article: http://nwdistrict.ifas.ufl.edu/phag/2017/06/16/cotton-marketing-news-june-report-sends-mixed-signals/
You have worked hard raising quality beef and demand for locally grown food is increasing. Perhaps you have considered selling meat from your livestock operation, but have found the regulations to be somewhat daunting. This article highlights two UF/IFAS Publications which focus on this topic and provide answers to the many questions related to …
Permanent link to this article: http://nwdistrict.ifas.ufl.edu/phag/2017/06/02/how-do-i-legally-sell-beef-from-my-livestock-operation-in-florida/
According to the latest USDA Crop Progress report, the US cotton crop was 63 percent planted as of May 28th—essentially at the average for that date. In the Southeast, planting progress is at a normal level with exception of North Carolina and Virginia being behind 10-12 percentage points. In the Mid-South, planting is mostly …
Permanent link to this article: http://nwdistrict.ifas.ufl.edu/phag/2017/06/02/cotton-marketing-news-prices-weaker-but-remain-above-support/
Heather Gessner, South Dakota State University Extension Livestock Business Management Field Specialist Standardized Performance Analysis
Pounds of beef sold is a key number for cattlemen. Late calvers, the cows that drag out the calving season, cost producers more than extra work and management, they are actually reducing herd income.
Permanent link to this article: http://nwdistrict.ifas.ufl.edu/phag/2017/05/19/the-cost-of-late-calving-cows/
Permanent link to this article: http://nwdistrict.ifas.ufl.edu/phag/2017/05/12/cotton-marketing-news-is-this-the-wake-up-call-we-have-been-expecting/
The August 2017 Feeder Cattle futures contract increased by $21.35/cwt. during April. Based on this futures price increase, August Feeder Cattle revenues increased by approximately $160.13/head ($21.35/cwt. * 7.5 cwt.) on a 750-pound feeder steer which amounts to $10,675.00/truckload (50,000 lbs.). The August 2017 Feeder Cattle futures contract high, contract low, and price …
Permanent link to this article: http://nwdistrict.ifas.ufl.edu/phag/2017/05/05/april-cattle-market-price-watch/
Don Shurley, Cotton Economist, UGA Professor Emeritus
US cotton producers say they intend to plant 12.23 million acres of cotton this year—up 21.4% from last year. This number, released March 31, is higher than most pre-report expectations. The National Cotton Council survey-based estimate back in early February was 11.0 million acres. USDA-ERS in …
Permanent link to this article: http://nwdistrict.ifas.ufl.edu/phag/2017/04/07/cotton-marketing-news-higher-than-expected-acreage-impacts-prices/
The August 2017 Feeder Cattle futures contract increased by $8.32/cwt. during March. Based on this futures price increase, August Feeder Cattle revenues increased by approximately $62.40/head ($8.32/cwt. * 7.5 cwt.) on a 750-pound feeder steer which amounts to $4,160.00/truckload (50,000 lbs.). The August Feeder Cattle futures contract high, contract low, and price range …
Permanent link to this article: http://nwdistrict.ifas.ufl.edu/phag/2017/04/07/march-cattle-market-price-watch/
May 25, 2017 9:00 am– 2:00 pm ET UF/IFAS North Florida Research and Education Center
155 Research Road, Quincy, FL,32351
Permanent link to this article: http://nwdistrict.ifas.ufl.edu/phag/2017/04/07/forest-stewardship-workshop-sell-your-timber-for-what-its-worth-may-25/
Don Shurley, Cotton Economist, UGA Professor Emeritus
Eighty cent fever is running rampant. New crop December 17 futures have made a great run and the uptrend is strong. Support seems to be firm. New crop cotton has gained almost a nickel since the first of the year. Currently, old crop May 17 futures …
Permanent link to this article: http://nwdistrict.ifas.ufl.edu/phag/2017/03/17/cotton-marketing-news-new-crop-strength-and-outlook/
