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Many factors — from diet composition to animal stress levels — can influence a yeast product’s effectiveness.

Researchers examine yeast supplements in beef cattle diets

By Gabriel Ribeiro, Gus Halibert May 26, 2025

With input costs on the rise, beef producers are always looking for ways to stretch feed dollars and boost efficiency. While a wide range of feed additives have been used in both beef and dairy operations, one area gaining traction is the use of direct-fed microbes, particularly yeast-based supplements. Yeast products have long been used […] Read more

Livestock, Markets

U.S. livestock: Cattle mixed as report shows inventory down

By Geralyn Wichers May 23, 2025

Chicago cattle futures were mixed on the eve of the Memorial Day weekend as this month's cattle on feed report showed a decline in inventory. Hogs fell.

Markets, Reuters

U.S. livestock: Cattle futures climb ahead of Memorial Day holiday weekend

By P.J. Huffstutter, Reuters May 22, 2025

Chicago Mercantile Exchange live cattle turned higher on Thursday, as traders adjusted their positions ahead of the Memorial Day holiday weekend and wholesale prices continued to rise on consumer beef demand, market analysts said.

A New Zealandd biotech startup is promising a vaccine that could dramatically reduce methane emissions from livestock. PHOTO: FILE

Livestock, News

Kiwi startup promises methane vaccine for cattle

New Zealand company in running for investment in emission-reducing treatment for livestock

By Jeff Melchior May 22, 2025

A New Zealand biotech startup says it has a vaccine that can dramatically lower methane emissions from livestock.

Livestock, Markets, Reuters

U.S. livestock: Live cattle futures climb as wholesale US beef prices firm

By P.J. Huffstutter, Reuters May 21, 2025

Chicago Mercantile Exchange live cattle firmed on Wednesday as wholesale prices continued to rise and consumer demand for beef has stayed strong amid the U.S. grilling season, market analysts said.

Beef Cattle, Market talk, Markets

Feeder cattle outside finishing feedlots

Market Talk with Jerry Klassen

By Jerry Klassen May 21, 2025

The feeder cattle market has been trading near or at historical highs over the past couple of months. The higher prices have caused many cattle producers to question the number of feeder cattle that will be available later in spring. Canadian feedlot operators have experienced favourable margins throughout the winter which has enhanced demand for […] Read more

Livestock, Markets

U.S. livestock: Chicago hogs, cattle mixed

By Geralyn Wichers May 20, 2025

Chicago cattle and lean hog futures ended mixed on Wednesday even as consumer demand remained strong ahead of Memorial Day.

Tyler Fulton is passionate about the cattle industry and has been involved with the Manitoba Beef Producers since 2019 and the Canadian Cattle Association since 2020.

Beef Cattle, Features

New Canadian Cattle Association president focused on trade risk

Tyler Fulton is no stranger to hard work — a trait he now brings to his role at the Canadian Cattle Association

By Melissa Jeffers-Bezan May 20, 2025

Tyler Fulton is no stranger to hard work — a trait he now brings to his role at the Canadian Cattle Association

As a cattle rancher himself, Tyler Fulton is passionate about serving his fellow farmers and ranchers. In March of 2025, he was named the new president of the Canadian Cattle Association at the annual general meeting in Ottawa, Ont., allowing him to do so even more. “I really feel fortunate to be in this role, […] Read more

Cattle graze in Manitoba’s Parkland region. Photo: Alexis Stockford

Beef Cattle, Livestock, Markets

Klassen: Buying interest for feeder cattle subsides

By Jerry Klassen May 20, 2025

For the week ending May 16, Western Canadian feeder markets were steady to $6 higher on average compared to seven days earlier. Heifers were relatively unchanged but steers were notably stronger, especially on replacements over 800 pounds.

Canada’s beef sector hopes to see knowledge advances in a variety of topics from the newest funding round announced by the Beef Cattle Research Council. PHOTO: MIRANDA LEYBOURNE

Livestock, Markets

U.S. livestock: Cattle futures, beef boxes recover some losses

By Adam Peleshaty May 16, 2025

Glacier FarmMedia | MarketsFarm – Cattle contracts on the Chicago Mercantile Exchange made small gains on Friday, providing little relief at the end of a tough week. The August live cattle contract gained US$0.900 per hundredweight to close at US$206.750. Meanwhile, August feeder cattle saw an increase of US$1.775/cwt. to end the day at US$297.600. […] Read more

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Cow-calf

Researchers examine yeast supplements in beef cattle diets

U.S. livestock: Cattle mixed as report shows inventory down

U.S. livestock: Cattle futures climb ahead of Memorial Day holiday weekend

Kiwi startup promises methane vaccine for cattle

U.S. livestock: Live cattle futures climb as wholesale US beef prices firm

Feeder cattle outside finishing feedlots

U.S. livestock: Chicago hogs, cattle mixed

New Canadian Cattle Association president focused on trade risk

Klassen: Buying interest for feeder cattle subsides

U.S. livestock: Cattle futures, beef boxes recover some losses

Canadian Cattlemen Presents: Depth of Field

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