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Livestock Market Soars: Cattle Prices Hit Record Highs

8/9/2025

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The livestock market is thriving, with cash cattle prices on the rise. Northern dressed cattle jumped by $2.00, while Southern live cattle increased by $1.00. December live cattle closed at an impressive $193.50, and feeder cattle soared past $260. With a total slaughter of 434,000 head this week, the demand for beef in the U.S. remains strong.

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Story summary

The livestock market is thriving, with cash cattle prices on the rise. Northern dressed cattle jumped by $2.00, while Southern live cattle increased by $1.00. December live cattle closed at an impressive $193.50, and feeder cattle soared past $260. With a total slaughter of 434,000 head this week, the demand for beef in the U.S. remains strong.