Factors Driving Strong Cull Cow Markets

Factors Driving Strong Cull Cow Markets

Kenny Burdine, Livestock Economist, University of Kentucky Cattle markets have been impressive across the board in 2025, and cull cow markets have been no exception. The monthly average price for 80-85% average dress boning cows in Kentucky set a record in June and...
July 2025 Florida Cattle Market Update

July 2025 Florida Cattle Market Update

Mid-Year Review: Inventory, Cattle on Feed, & Expansion Efforts  On July 25th, USDA released the July Cattle Inventory Report. This report provides insight into herd numbers and expansion efforts, specifically heifer retention. USDA did not  release this report...
2025 Planted Peanut Acres Hits 34 Year High

2025 Planted Peanut Acres Hits 34 Year High

Wendiam Sawadgo – Southern Ag Today -7/21/25 Farmers across the United States planted an estimated 1.9 million acres of peanuts in 2025, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Acreage report released on June 30th. If realized, this would mark a...
Cotton Marketing News:  Prices Continue Rangebound

Cotton Marketing News: Prices Continue Rangebound

Don Shurley, UGA Emeritus Cotton Economist   Cotton prices (December 2025 futures) continue in the mostly 67¢ to 71¢ range.  Thus far, nothing has been able to push prices higher for the past 7 months.  We’ve had a few dips below this range, but prices recovered...
June 2025 Florida Cattle Market Update

June 2025 Florida Cattle Market Update

The Hot Topic of Tight Supplies Going into Summer In the first half of 2025, non-fed beef production has been a “hot topic” as we watch for signs of reduced cow culling. Non-fed beef production is down over 13% so far in 2025 compared to 2024. With strong...