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Livestock, Market talk, Markets

Feeder cattle supplies tightening

Market Talk with Jerry Klassen

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In my previous article, I mentioned that the USDA made a downward revision to the 2019 calf crop while the 2020 calf crop came in lower than expected. Since then, Statistics Canada has also released their cattle inventory report. It appears that western Canadian calf and yearling supplies as of January 1, 2021, were down […] Read more
McMillin: Fed cattle prices slowly improving
Beef Cattle, Markets, News

McMillin: Fed cattle prices slowly improving

The Markets with Deb McMillin, from the March 2021 issue of Canadian Cattlemen

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Fed cattle Fed cattle prices are slowly improving. The Alberta average climbed $0.50/cwt to $151.20/cwt at the start of February. Since the beginning of the year, the average has climbed nearly four per cent. Packer interest has been solid but larger fed cattle supply has limited seller leverage and high feed costs are encouraging feeders […] Read more
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Finishers, Livestock, Markets

Klassen: Feeder market bounces on optimistic outlook

Feed barley remains near historical highs

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Compared to last week, western Canadian yearling prices traded $2-$4 higher; prices for mid-weight calves were quoted $4-$8 above week-ago levels. Calves under 550 lbs. traded $6 to as much as $10 higher compared to seven days earlier. Improving feedlot margins were the main factor driving the feeder market. June and August live cattle futures […] Read more
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Beef Cattle, Markets, News

Fed cattle supply interest picks up in new year

The Markets with Deb McMillin, from the February 2021 issue of Canadian Cattlemen

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Fed cattle The start of fed cattle trading in 2021 saw active interest in supply with prices higher than year-end. The backlog from the spring of 2020 appears to have been cleaned up and packers are looking to secure additional inventory. The first weekly average reported in 2021 was $145.53/cwt. This was $1.16/cwt higher than […] Read more
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Finishers, Livestock, Markets

Klassen: Feeder cattle prices digesting uncertainty

Defensive tone likely through January

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The feeder cattle market was very quiet during the last week of December with auction barns in holiday mode. There were discussions regarding direct sales but no actual business was confirmed. The stakes are too high given the market uncertainty; a defensive tone will likely continue throughout January. Feed grains continue to percolate higher; the […] Read more
McMillin: Fed-cattle prices stubborn to move
Beef Cattle, Markets, News

McMillin: Fed-cattle prices stubborn to move

The Markets with Deb McMillin, from the January 2021 issue of Canadian Cattlemen

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Fed cattle December is typically a strong month for fed cattle prices and while prices have started moving higher, the rate of increase has been disappointing. Recent foodservice restrictions, cancelled holiday parties, uncertainty around jobs and income all have an impact on beef movement. However, more people working from home and limited restaurant spending has […] Read more
Feeder cattle market digesting many variables
Livestock, Market talk, Markets

Feeder cattle market digesting many variables

Market Talk with Jerry Klassen

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I’ve received many inquiries over the past couple of months about the market outlook for feeder cattle. Yearling prices have been very strong throughout the fall period trading at or above 52-week highs; however, prices for calves in the 500- to 700-pound weight category are down $10 to $20 from elevated levels during spring. In […] Read more
Klassen: Feeder market grinds lower
Finishers, Livestock, Markets

Klassen: Feeder market grinds lower

'Is there no grain in this country?'

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Compared to last week, prices for western Canadian yearlings weighing over 900 lbs. were down $4-$8 on average; yearlings weighing between 800-900 lbs. were down $2-$4; calves under 800 lbs. were down $8-$12, with the exception of Manitoba, where lighter calves traded $3-$5 below week-ago levels. Feedlot operators are asking, is there no grain in […] Read more
Larger carcass weights and falling live cattle futures made way for lower fed cattle prices by mid-October.
Livestock, Markets

McMillin: Cattle prices come under pressure

The Markets with Deb McMillin, from the November 2020 issue of Canadian Cattlemen

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Fed Cattle Larger carcass weights and falling live cattle futures made way for lower fed cattle prices by mid-October. Slaughter rates remain solid while packers work through the remaining backlog. However, carcass weights have crept up in recent weeks in Canada, sounding a cautionary tone as feedlots become less current and more pounds must work […] Read more

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