by Hannah Baker | Nov 22, 2024
I recently had a rancher ask me about whether it was more economical to background a group of steers through the winter months to sell in the spring, or sell them at weaning before the end of the year. This decision involves many factors that vary across each...
by Hannah Baker | Nov 8, 2024
Every month, USDA releases a Cattle on Feed Report that summarizes how many cattle are on feed, the weights of these cattle, how long they are being fed, and so on. Every quarter, the number of cattle on feed is broken down by steers and heifers. The October report...
by external | Oct 11, 2024
Source: FDACS News Release Florida farmers impacted by Hurricane Helene can apply for interest-free loans to repair, replace infrastructure. Florida Commissioner of Agriculture Wilton Simpson announced that Florida farmers, ranchers, and growers impacted by Hurricane...
by Hannah Baker | Oct 4, 2024
September 2024 The summer and fall months are when a majority of producers are selling spring-born calves or yearlings from last fall. Due to the increase in supply of calves, prices typically decline during these months as demand from feedlot buyers is more easily...
by external | Sep 20, 2024
Source: Kayla Brashears, University of Kentucky Area Extension Specialist – Southern Ag Today – September 16, 2024 Even in the year 2024, farming tends to be a family affair. The late nights and subsequent long hours can mean the most promising way to...
by Hannah Baker | Sep 6, 2024
At the time of writing this, shipping season is underway, and calf prices are still more than favorable for cow-calf producers selling weaned calves. We are seeing some seasonality effects as prices have leveled off going into the fall. Fall is the time when most...
