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Livestock Prices Surge as Cattle Market Thrives
4/26/2025
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- Livestock markets experienced robust growth, with cash cattle prices on the rise.
- Northern dressed cattle prices increased by $2.00; Southern live cattle rose by $1.00.
- December live cattle closed at $193.50, reflecting a $0.72 increase.
- Weekly slaughter estimates reached 434,000 head, down 66,000 from last year.
- Feeder cattle prices surpassed $260, signaling market strength.
