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U.S. livestock: Profit-taking pushes down CME cattle futures after gains

By Reuters, Tom Polansek September 13, 2024

Traders booked profits ahead of the weekend, after the markets previously found support from gains in equities and improved processor margins that should boost demand for slaughter-ready cattle. Beef processors were earning $54.30 for each head of cattle they slaughtered, after losing money on each animal just a month ago, HedgersEdge.com data shows.

Dairy Cattle, Livestock

Labour savings only the beginning with automated calf feeders

By Stew Slater September 13, 2024

Labour savings are the main reason dairy and veal producers express interest in automated calf feeding systems. But once installed, producers find the systems have other benefits too.

Beef Cattle, Nutrition

The science of fibre in diets for finishing cattle

By Gabriel Ribeiro, Greg Penner September 13, 2024

The science of fibre has advanced substantially over the past 10 years and newer fibre characteristic assessments can help formulate diets to reduce risk for both digestive disorders and production-limiting diets.

Lice may not be the only culprits causing itching. Environmental sensitivities, premature seasonal shedding and dry skin could also drive cattle to scratch.

Animal Health, Parasites

Blaming parasites for itchy cattle only scratches surface, study finds

Researchers looked at everything from lice to nutrient deficiencies as they examined hair loss and itchiness in cattle

By Jill Burkhardt September 12, 2024

Dr. Brenda Ralston and her team have been getting to the root of the problem to see what is actually causing itching in cattle.  

Animal Health, Herd Health

How to read a vaccine label

Knowing what is on a vaccine label helps ensure a high level of immunity in your cattle

By Melissa Jeffers-Bezan September 11, 2024

Vaccination requires an open dialogue between the producer and a vet, discussing what to vaccinate for and when. Knowing how to read the labels of the vaccine is just as important. 

Markets, Reuters

U.S. livestock: Live cattle futures end lower in consolidation

By Julie Ingwersen, Reuters September 10, 2024

Chicago Mercantile Exchange live cattle futures closed lower on Tuesday, consolidating after Monday's bounce, while feeder cattle futures firmed as corn prices declined, signaling cheaper feed costs.

James Clark is territory manager for Ontario for Gallagher. Photo: John Greig

Livestock, News

Rotational grazing tips from Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show

By John Greig September 10, 2024

Managing any eventuality in rotational grazing starts with having a large area surrounding by a perimeter fence, giving flexibility and options, according to James Clark, territory manager for Ontario for Gallagher.

Livestock, Markets

Klassen: Feeder cattle markets in price discovery mode

By Jerry Klassen September 10, 2024

For the week ending September 7, Western Canadian yearling markets traded steady to $5/cwt higher in Alberta but steady to $6/cwt lower in Saskatchewan and Manitoba compared to seven days earlier. Major feedlots in Alberta appear to be focusing on local cattle. The calf market is in price discovery mode with prices quoted $10/cwt higher to $10/cwt lower.

Markets, Reuters

U.S. livestock: Cattle futures rally in turnaround from slide last week

By Reuters, Tom Polansek September 9, 2024

Chicago Mercantile Exchange live cattle and feeder cattle futures rallied on short covering on Monday, analysts said, as the markets recovered from a slide last week.

Beef Cattle, Hogs, Livestock, Markets, Reuters

U.S. livestock: CME cattle fall amid fears over labour market

By Heather Schlitz September 6, 2024

Chicago | Reuters – Chicago Mercantile Exchange live cattle and feeder cattle futures fell on Friday on a dip in equities markets, slowing momentum in the labour market and a weak cash cattle trade, analysts said. Lean hog futures also fell as industry players anticipated a large supply of heavy hogs to hit the market […] Read more

U.S. grains: Chicago wheat futures dip on global supply pressure; corn, soybeans fall

U.S. livestock: Cattle futures climb as U.S. herd remains small

Rain brings relief to parts of Alberta

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U.S. grains: Chicago wheat futures dip on global supply pressure; corn, soybeans fall

U.S. livestock: Cattle futures climb as U.S. herd remains small

Rain brings relief to parts of Alberta

U.S. livestock: Profit-taking pushes down CME cattle futures after gains

Labour savings only the beginning with automated calf feeders

The science of fibre in diets for finishing cattle

Blaming parasites for itchy cattle only scratches surface, study finds

How to read a vaccine label

U.S. livestock: Live cattle futures end lower in consolidation

Rotational grazing tips from Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show

Klassen: Feeder cattle markets in price discovery mode

U.S. livestock: Cattle futures rally in turnaround from slide last week

U.S. livestock: CME cattle fall amid fears over labour market

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