Articles tagged under: livestock
A Fear For Heavier Cattle
Published September 27, 2018
Over the past year, the cattle market has encouraged feedlots to stay current. However, Summit Commodities market analyst Tim Marsh says that is changing. "We haven't seen these kinds of premiums offered for a while. In the last year, the cash…Grain Markets and Livestock Markets Close Lower
Published August 28, 2018
Progressive Ag Marketing market analyst Brian Strommen says the grain markets lacked buying interest on Tuesday. Livestock markets are waiting for things to be established.Grain Markets Close Lower, Livestock Markets Higher
Published August 27, 2018
Ag Resource Company Economist Dan Basse comments on Monday's market close.Trifecta of Uncertainty Impacting Livestock Markets
Published July 23, 2018
As of late, there are three major factors influencing livestock markets: weather, record high production and trade uncertainty. That’s according to NDSU Extension livestock economic Tim Petry. "The beef side is experiencing record exports, but we have to keep those…Livestock Producers Encouraged to Watch for Blue-Green Algae
Published July 23, 2018
Hot weather increases the risk of cyanobacteria poisoning in livestock, also known as blue-green algae. The North Dakota Department of Health has posted advisories for lakes in Golden Valley, McIntosh, Burleigh and Morton Counties. In addition, several water samples submitted…A Mixed Close for Grain and Livestock Markets
Published June 27, 2018
Northern Crops Marketing and Investments President Brad Paulsen looked at a very quiet market today.Grain Markets Close Lower, Livestock Mostly Higher
Published June 19, 2018
Progressive Ag Marketing market analyst Brian Strommen says trade is part of the reason why grains closed lower Tuesday.Drought Recovery Remains Top-of-Mind for ND Ranchers
Published June 15, 2018
Livestock producers have received much-needed moisture this spring. However, parts of western and north central North Dakota remain on the U.S. Drought Monitor map. Moving into a new grazing season, North Dakota Stockmen’s Association Executive Vice President Julie Ellingson says…Weed Management Can Improve Pasture Health
Published June 13, 2018
Weed management can make a big difference in pasture productivity. University of Missouri Plant Sciences professor Kevin Bradley says livestock producers should know what weeds they are targeting. The most problematic weeds may come one month from now, which could…