September 2025 Florida Cattle Market Update

September 2025 Florida Cattle Market Update

Lower Temperatures & Higher Calf Prices Fall is officially here! At the time of writing this in late September, temperatures were starting to cool off in the mornings and evenings as we head into the fall months. This means that warm season perennials will begin...
Estimating Winter Hay Needs

Estimating Winter Hay Needs

  Mark Z. Johnson, Oklahoma State University Extension Beef Cattle Breeding Specialist Some basic rules of thumb to follow when determining the hay supplies you will need to sustain your cow herd over the winter and into next spring. Determine your average mature...
August 2025 Florida Cattle Market Update

August 2025 Florida Cattle Market Update

Strong Prices & Strong Demand Heading into Fall Prices have remained strong throughout 2025 so far, and it is looking to stay that way at the time of writing article. Prices for 525-pound steer calves across Florida averaged $3.70/lb. in August, up roughly 50%...