Articles tagged under: Katelyn McCullock
More Feed for Feeders
Published July 6, 2023
The cattle market has felt a ripple effect s from USDA's recent corn acreage estimate. Livestock Marketing Information Center Director Katelyn McCullock says feeder cattle are reacting to the prospect of more feed availability. "The market is sorting out what…Breaking Even and Better
Published December 29, 2022
The largest expenditure for cattle producers is harvested forage and feed. Livestock Marketing Information Center Senior Economist Katelyn McCullock says livestock producers are at least breaking even this year with increased calf prices. "In 2022, we've calculated livestock producers are…Dealing with High-Priced Corn
Published May 23, 2022
Corn prices hit all-time highs in the last year and margins have tightened up for livestock producers. Livestock Marketing Information Center Director Katelyn McCullock says it’s been difficult for livestock producers to make ends meet. "Anyone who is in an…Alfalfa Hay Production is Trending Lower
Published March 28, 2022
Livestock Marketing Information Center Director Katelyn McCullock says the hay market has been shaped by the drought and declining acres. Compared to one year ago, alfalfa hay prices are running about 20 percent higher this marketing year. McCullock says the…Cattle Markets See Gains, But How Long Will the Volatility Last
Published October 5, 2020
Calf numbers are picking up at the regional auction markets, and September cattle market prices are holding above year ago levels. Particularly, double-digit gains have been seen in the 400-to-500 pound calves in Montana, Nebraska, South Dakota and several other…Livestock Markets Trying to Look Past COVID-19
Published March 25, 2020
Packers within the cattle industry are stepping up, offering premiums to cattle feeders for the week of March 23. Another glimmer of good news is the cattle markets have rebounded to start the week. As the commodity markets try to…