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What’s Hot What’s Not in the Markets

Published June 29, 2026

Stock indexes and the cattle markets continue to lead the way higher, while wheat and corn remain under pressure, according to Martinson Ag Risk Management President Randy Martinson. "The stock market continues to be one of the hottest markets right…

Beef Affordability Debate Builds

Published May 19, 2026

Growing uncertainty about consumer demand and future policy direction is leaving many beef producers cautious about expanding herds. Gulke Group founder Jerry Gulke says volatility in the cattle market is also making long-term decisions increasingly difficult. Inflation and rising food…

Napoleon Livestock Opens Calendar Year with Record-Setting Sale

Published January 14, 2026

The first sale of the year is often a big one for Napoleon Livestock and Co-Owner Jim Bitz says this year was no different. "We ended up with like 6,200 head last week and the market was strong from beginning…

What’s Hot What’s Not in the Markets

Published January 5, 2026

Randy Martinson of Martinson Ag Risk Management says cattle and precious metals remain the hottest markets, with cattle testing strong resistance levels and gold and silver continuing their upward momentum. On the downside, grains are struggling. Corn is trading near…

Record Cattle Prices in ’25, Outlook Steady for 2026

Published December 23, 2025

In the latest edition of Agriculture By The Numbers, NDSU Extension Livestock Marketing Specialist Tim Petry provided an outlook on the cattle market. This past year was a record year, driven by six years of declining beef cow numbers and…

Cattle Prices Rebound

Published December 16, 2025

The ups and downs in the cattle market have done little to deter buyers at Sioux Falls Regional Livestock. "There's such a volatile market that made for some bad movement, but it's been pretty good now," says co-owner Mike Koedam.…

Olson: Look for Smaller Pricing Opportunities

Published December 16, 2025

There is no shortage of grains worldwide. "We had record corn production, again, not surprising anybody; we had a very good soybean crop and we had a very good wheat crop," said Frayne Olson, crops economist, NDSU Extension. "Then you…

Copenhaver: Cattle Industry Strong Amid Ongoing Challenges

Published December 8, 2025

National Cattlemen's Beef Association President-elect Gene Copenhaver says the U.S. cattle industry remains strong but continues to face pressure from trade issues, pests, and political challenges. Speaking at the Minnesota State Cattlemen's Association Convention in St. Cloud, Copenhaver noted, “there…

‘If You Didn’t Have High Blood Pressure, You Have It Now’

Published December 7, 2025

Minnesota cattle producers met for two days of policy work and market outlook discussions at the Minnesota Cattlemen’s Association annual convention in St. Cloud. "You know, you have got a few comments, a couple of tweets, a few meetings; a…

U.S.-Mexico Cooperation Critical for Screwworm Control

Published November 26, 2025

The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association is closely monitoring the New World Screwworm situation. NCBA Senior Vice President of Government Affairs Ethan Lane says the U.S. and Mexico are investing heavily in prevention facilities. “They’re moving dirt on dispersal facilities in…

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Articles tagged under: cattle markets

What’s Hot What’s Not in the Markets

Beef Affordability Debate Builds

Napoleon Livestock Opens Calendar Year with Record-Setting Sale

What’s Hot What’s Not in the Markets

Record Cattle Prices in ’25, Outlook Steady for 2026

Cattle Prices Rebound

Olson: Look for Smaller Pricing Opportunities

Copenhaver: Cattle Industry Strong Amid Ongoing Challenges

‘If You Didn’t Have High Blood Pressure, You Have It Now’

U.S.-Mexico Cooperation Critical for Screwworm Control

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