Chicago Mercantile Exchange lean hog and cattle futures fell on Wednesday on signs of profit-taking, as wholesale prices continued to say firm and strength in the financial markets gave grain futures a boost, analysts said.
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U.S. livestock: Lean hog, cattle futures lower on profit-taking
Comment: Timing is everything
If you’ve handled livestock much, you likely understand the importance of timing. Rancher Tim Andrew alludes to this in a stockmanship article written by Melissa Jeffers-Bezan in our Sept. 24, 2024 issue. Any entry into a bovine’s flight zone will make that animal uncomfortable, and trigger a response. As the handler, you need to “give […] Read more
Canadian Shorthorn Association holds AGM
Purely Purebred, news from the September 24, 2024 issue of Canadian Cattlemen
The 2024 Canadian Shorthorn Association AGM was held in conjunction with this year’s Canadian Junior Shorthorn Association National Show in Saskatoon, Sask., from July 31 to August 3. There were over 40 participants in the junior show, hailing from B.C. to New Brunswick, who traveled to Prairieland Park and exhibited Shorthorn cattle. The association thanks […] Read more
U.S. livestock: Lean hogs and cattle continue rally
Chicago Mercantile Exchange lean hog and cattle futures rose on Tuesday as wholesale cutout values remained strong amid a largely positive economic picture, analysts said.
Federal government pledges more than $13 million to animal health, disease readiness
National animal health and disease preparedness has received an influx of more than $13 million in federal cash. The money will be split between AHC's three divisions: Emergency Management, the National Farm Animal Care Council (NFACC) and the Canadian Animal Health Surveillance System.
EU deforestation law delay brings losses to most vigilant companies
Companies that have paid to source agricultural produce that complies with the European Union's anti-deforestation law would lose out if the EU decides to delay implementing the legislation by a year, industry groups and traders said.
Klassen: Feeder markets experience stronger demand
For the week ending October 5, Western Canadian prices for grass yearlings were steady to as much as $10 higher while values for backgrounded yearlings were relatively unchanged. Calf markets were quite variable with preconditioned 650-800 pound calves trading $4-$8 above week-ago levels. Prices for non-weaned bawlers were relatively unchanged.
When the cows come home: Fall and winter feeding considerations
Whatever strategy you choose to implement, each has advantages and drawbacks
As summer ends and fall begins, beef cattle producers will soon start weaning their calves. During this period, cows will return from summer pastures and undergo pregnancy testing. This is an excellent time to evaluate the body condition of your cows. Weaker cows with low body condition should be grouped together and provided with extra […] Read more
Stettler hosts Canadian National Junior Gelbvieh Show
Purely Purebred, news from the September 24, 2024 issue of Canadian Cattlemen
Stettler, Alta., welcomed 68 juniors in July as the town hosted the Canadian National Junior Gelbvieh Show. Activities included a cow camp for young participants, team grooming, marketing, show team judging, quiz bowl and Do More Ag visual art projects. The kids demonstrated comprehensive knowledge of the Canadian beef industry and the good things producers […] Read more
U.S. Livestock: CME lean hogs hit 5-mth peak on demand, cattle range bound
Chicago | Reuters – Chicago Mercantile Exchange lean hog futures advanced on Monday to the highest point in nearly five months on technical buying and seasonal strength, analysts said. Live cattle futures also edged higher on a strong cash market, although large cattle weights and beef demand worries amid a slumping stock market limited gains and […] Read more
Canadian Cattlemen Presents: Depth of Field
