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Beef Demand Soars: Cattle Prices Surpass $200

1/17/2025

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Live cattle futures increased by $1 to $1.25, with cash trade at $201 in Kansas.
Feeder cattle futures rose by $1.12 to $1.60, while USDA estimates indicate 366,000 head slaughtered this week.
Weather impacts caused fluctuations in grain and livestock markets, leading to a 20-cent drop in soybeans.
Robust beef demand is driving cash cattle prices, projected to surpass $200.

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Story summary

Live cattle futures increased by $1 to $1.25, with cash trade at $201 in Kansas.
Feeder cattle futures rose by $1.12 to $1.60, while USDA estimates indicate 366,000 head slaughtered this week.
Weather impacts caused fluctuations in grain and livestock markets, leading to a 20-cent drop in soybeans.
Robust beef demand is driving cash cattle prices, projected to surpass $200.