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Cattle futures extended losses Wednesday, trading mostly limit-down, as traders hunt for a bottom to the emotionally driven break, tied to President Trumps goal of lowering domestic retail beef prices. Toward the close, Live Cattle futures were an average of $7.20 lower. Feeder Cattle futures were an average of $9.19 lower. Negotiated cash fed [...]

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the daily declines in cattle, corn, hogs, and soybeans, and the mostly lower finish for wheat.December corn $4.28 and ¾ down $.06 and 1/2January soybeans $11.07 and ½ down $.26 and 3/4December soybean meal $312.70 down $12.10December soybean oil 49.35 down 34 pointsDecember Chicago wheat $5.35 and ½ down $.19 and 1/4December live cattle $218.77 down $1.75December lean hogs $78.97 down $1.62Learn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/Find more agriculture news here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/Connect with Brownfield Ag News:» Get the latest ag news: https://www.brownfieldagnews.com/» Subscribe to Brownfield on YouTube: @BrownfieldAgNews » Follow Brownfield on X (Twitter): https://x.com/brownfield» Follow Brownfield on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrownfieldAgNewsSubscribe and listen to Brownfield Ag News:➡︎ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/dz/podcast/brownfield-ag-news/id1436508505➡︎ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4qoIHY9EYUV9sf5DXhBKHN?si=a4483aaa1afd445eBrownfield Ag News creates and delivers original content across multiple media platforms. Brownfield is the largest and one of the oldest agricultural news networks in the country carrying agricultural news, markets, weather, commentary and feature content.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Chefs, media tour Idaho farm country.

What's a cattle egret doing just outside Duluth around Halloween?

We had the privilege of sitting back down with Mr. Kolten Thigpen—only this time, things changed as we dove into the elite American stock he's bringing to the table. Up first: the QB Cattle Spring Born Studs Sale. Sure, the offering may be small in numbers, but every single lot is FLAT GOOD. If you're in the market for American steers that turn heads and rack up banners, this is where your search ends. Clear your schedule and mark your calendar—these absolute STUDS hit the block November 11th on Steer Bidder. Don't blink... or you'll miss out.

There's been a lot of talk about how potential imports of Argentine beef could affect American cattle prices. Livestock economist Dr. Andrew Griffith with UT Extension explains the possible impacts on both producers and consumers.

Next up on deck is the QB Cattle – Bullnanza Breeding Stock Edition, and trust us—this one lives up to the hype. After breaking down the steers, Kolten pulls back the curtain on the breeding side of his program… and it's loaded. We're talking cornerstone donors, eilte bulls, and premium new semen—each one built to be a game-changer and fast-track your program to the next level. These offerings are the kind that don't just fill a pasture—they build legacies. Mark your calendars and don't miss out. Bullnanza Breeding Stock Edition drops November 11th on Steer bidder Miss this one? You'll feel it for years.

Futures fail at gap again, resulting in outside day lower; cash quiet; boxed beef mixed on good volume; cash feeders higher.

*The U.S. is not ready to open the Mexican border for livestock imports.   *The U.S. Department of Labor is bringing employees back to work to process H2A guest worker program visas.  *The American Sheep Industry Association is asking for an investigation into lamb imports. *There are a couple of different growing seasons happening in the Texas panhandle.  *Texas farmers and ranchers are addressing issues important to agriculture.  *USDA is working to improve compensation for ranchers who are affected by predators.  *CEU programs are important for Texas farmers.  *Trace minerals are commonly deficient in beef cattle. 

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, November 5, 2025, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each morning. Soybean prices dropped due to profit-taking after a $52 rally, with traders awaiting Chinese business. Corn prices rose due to high export interest and drier Brazilian crops. Wheat prices fell slightly despite US drought stress. SP Global projected a US corn yield of 185.5 bushels per acre and a soybean yield of 53 bushels per acre. Archer Daniels Midland's third-quarter profits declined, particularly in the crushing business. Cattle markets were impacted by government rumors, and weather forecasts included windy conditions in Oklahoma and Arkansas, with a cold front expected late Saturday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Grain futures rose with soybeans rebounding on Chinese futures buying, corn steady above 430, wheat firm. Cattle limit down on fund liquidation, while hogs and metals gained modestly.

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the steep losses in cattle, the gains in soybeans and corn, and the mixed finishes for wheat and hogs.December corn $4.35 and ¼ up $.03 and 3/4January soybeans $11.34 and ¼ up $.12 and 3/4December soybean meal $324.80 up $7.40December soybean oil 49.69 up 13 pointsDecember Chicago wheat $5.54 and ¾ up $.04 and 1/2December live cattle $220.52 down $7.25December lean hogs $80.60 up $.67Learn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/Find more agriculture news here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/Connect with Brownfield Ag News:» Get the latest ag news: https://www.brownfieldagnews.com/» Subscribe to Brownfield on YouTube: @BrownfieldAgNews » Follow Brownfield on X (Twitter): https://x.com/brownfield» Follow Brownfield on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrownfieldAgNewsSubscribe and listen to Brownfield Ag News:➡︎ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/dz/podcast/brownfield-ag-news/id1436508505➡︎ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4qoIHY9EYUV9sf5DXhBKHN?si=a4483aaa1afd445eBrownfield Ag News creates and delivers original content across multiple media platforms. Brownfield is the largest and one of the oldest agricultural news networks in the country carrying agricultural news, markets, weather, commentary and feature content.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

 In this episode, we dive into one of the most destructive livestock threats you hope you never see—the New World Screwworm. Learn what it is, how to spot early signs, and what New Mexico producers can do to stay prepared. Joining us is Dr. Marcy Ward, Livestock Specialist with NMSU's College of Agricultural, Consumer, and Environmental Sciences, who breaks down the biology, the risks, and the real-world steps every rancher should know to protect their herd. 

Fundamentals appeared to return to Cattle futures trade Monday as prices gained back some of the recent losses. Toward the close, Live Cattle futures were an average of $2.34 higher. Feeder Cattle futures were an average of $5.36 higher. Negotiated cash fed cattle trade was inactive on light demand in all cattle feeding regions [...]

Queasiness about political intent for the cattle markets and wonderments about resumption of cattle imports from Mexico pressured Cattle futures on Tuesday. Toward the close, Live Cattle futures were an average of $4.25 lower. Feeder Cattle futures were an average of $8.09 lower. Negotiated cash fed cattle trade was inactive on light demand in [...]

Listen to Part 1 first, if you haven't had a chance to yet - we discuss feed trend terminology to help frame Part 2 of this conversation - https://www.standleeforage.com/podcast/episodes/ep-102-horse-feeding-trends-explained-forage-based-grain-free-everything-in-between-part-1/Have you ever wondered if “grain-free” really means better for your horse?In Part 2 of this Beyond the Barn conversation, host Katy Starr chats with Dr. Kelly Vineyard, PhD equine nutritionist, to dig deeper into the reality behind popular horse feeding trends to bust some common myths and help horse owners confidently balance a forage-based diet, including:Tips for balancing “grain-free” diets for individual horses or large herdsWhether statements like “grain causes inflammation,” “grain-free means low starch,” and more are myth or fact4 practical ways horse owners can sift through these feeding trends and do what is best for their specific horseIf social media has ever made you question your horse's diet, this episode will bring clarity, confidence, and a reminder that the best feeding program always starts with one simple rule - forage first.

3rd generation Montana ranchers Dale and Janet Veseth have just made one of the largest and biggest donations for future generations in Montana's history.  The Veseth's are donating their $21 million, 38-thousand-acre ranch in Phillips County to the Ranchers Stewardship […] The post Keepin' It in Ag – Veseth's Donate $21 Million Cattle Ranch first appeared on Voices of Montana.

Futures stronger; cash steady/firm; boxed beef firm on light volume; cash feeders higher; weekly cash summary.

Soybeans backed off a 20-cent drop to finish 10 cents lower, while cattle futures sunk $4-$7. Jim McCormick with AgMarket.net breaks down Tuesday's trade. Topics: - Soybeans overbought, slide lower - China quiet about trade deal - Effect of NASS reports in November - Cattle sell off again - Keys for November marketing

Dr. Derrell Peel breaks down why beef prices hit record highs and won't drop soon. He explains how drought-driven herd liquidation starting in 2019 created today's tight supplies, why the Mexican border closure affects markets less than headlines suggest, and how beef imports from Brazil and Argentina actually support US cattle values by enabling the ground beef market.

*The cattle futures market crash had a big effect on sale barn prices.  *Daylight Savings Time will continue.  *The Texas A&M Beef Sustainability Conference is December 8th & 9th in Dallas. *The Texas A&M AgriLife facilities in Vernon have seen a major upgrade.  *The virtual Farm to School Program brings Texas agriculture to classrooms across the state.  *The Trump Administration plans to expand access to grazing on federal lands.  *Farmers in the lower Coastal Bend have experienced another month of very low rainfall.  *Studies are being performed on ways to protect foals from pneumonia.  

Rural news and events from Tasmania and the nation.

Row crops retreat after strong rallies, wheat steadies on China rumors, cattle collapse on index fund selling, and energy markets rebound while metals weaken sharply.

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the losses in cattle, corn, and soybeans, and the mixed finishes for wheat and hogs.December corn $4.31 and ½ down $.02 and 3/4January soybeans $11.21 and ½ down $.12 and 3/4December soybean meal $317.40 down $3.40December soybean oil 49.53 down 31 pointsDecember Chicago wheat $5.50 and ¼ up $.06 and 3/4December live cattle $227.77 down $4.42December lean hogs $79.92 down $.67Learn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/Find more agriculture news here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/Connect with Brownfield Ag News:» Get the latest ag news: https://www.brownfieldagnews.com/» Subscribe to Brownfield on YouTube: @BrownfieldAgNews » Follow Brownfield on X (Twitter): https://x.com/brownfield» Follow Brownfield on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrownfieldAgNewsSubscribe and listen to Brownfield Ag News:➡︎ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/dz/podcast/brownfield-ag-news/id1436508505➡︎ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4qoIHY9EYUV9sf5DXhBKHN?si=a4483aaa1afd445eBrownfield Ag News creates and delivers original content across multiple media platforms. Brownfield is the largest and one of the oldest agricultural news networks in the country carrying agricultural news, markets, weather, commentary and feature content.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, Brad is back from Europe—jetlagged but full of insights from farms and conferences in Germany and the Netherlands. He dives into one of the biggest topics he heard about abroad and at home: Inbreeding in dairy cattle.Brad explains how inbreeding occurs, what it costs farmers economically, and how inbreeding levels have climbed across all major dairy breeds—especially Holsteins and Jerseys. Drawing on recent research from Italy and data from the U.S. Council on Dairy Cattle Breeding, he outlines how increasing inbreeding negatively impacts cow survival, fertility, and long-term profitability.The discussion highlights startling trends—Holstein inbreeding has jumped from 3.7% in the mid-1990s to nearly 11% today, and some genomic bulls now exceed 16%. Brad also touches on historic bulls whose genetics still dominate today's herds, like Elevation and Highland Magic Duncan, and explores whether approaches like crossbreeding, linebreeding, or greater genetic diversity in breeding programs could help slow the trend.Brad concludes with a call to action: farmers, AI companies, and breed associations must prioritize genetic diversity now to safeguard herd health and productivity.Questions, comments, scathing rebuttals? -> themoosroom@umn.edu or call 612-624-3610 and leave us a message!Linkedin -> The Moos RoomTwitter -> @UMNmoosroom and @UMNFarmSafetyFacebook -> @UMNDairyYouTube -> UMN Beef and Dairy and UMN Farm Safety and HealthInstagram -> @UMNWCROCDairyExtension WebsiteAgriAmerica Podcast Directory 

Cattle had a tough week in futures and cash; boxed beef prices firmed on lower volumes; cash feeders bounce back.

Soybeans closed up 15-20 cents while feeder cattle closed as much as $6 higher. Sam Hudson with Cornbelt Marketing recaps Monday's trade. Topics: - new details on China agreements - sales vs. inspections - exports and domestic demand - harvest progress estimates - keys for post-harvest grain marketing

*Talks continue about reopening the Mexican border to livestock imports.   *There is both good and bad news about honey production in Texas.  *Tariffs are taking a toll on the sheep industry. *AgriLife is back at work in Vernon.  *Fall weather has finally arrived in Texas.  *A Texan and Texas Tech graduate has been nominated for a top position at USDA.  *Cooler weather has moved into South Texas. *The FDA has conditionally approved a drug for prevention and treatment of the New World Screwworm.  

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the gains in cattle, corn, soybeans, and wheat, and the mixed close for hogs.December corn $4.34 and ¼ up $.02 and 3/4January soybeans $11.34 and ¼ up $.19December soybean meal $320.80 down $.80December soybean oil 49.84 up 116 pointsDecember Chicago wheat $5.43 and ½ up $.09 and 1/2December live cattle $232.20 up $2.52December lean hogs $80.60 down $.67Learn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/Find more agriculture news here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/Connect with Brownfield Ag News:» Get the latest ag news: https://www.brownfieldagnews.com/» Subscribe to Brownfield on YouTube: @BrownfieldAgNews » Follow Brownfield on X (Twitter): https://x.com/brownfield» Follow Brownfield on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrownfieldAgNewsSubscribe and listen to Brownfield Ag News:➡︎ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/dz/podcast/brownfield-ag-news/id1436508505➡︎ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4qoIHY9EYUV9sf5DXhBKHN?si=a4483aaa1afd445eBrownfield Ag News creates and delivers original content across multiple media platforms. Brownfield is the largest and one of the oldest agricultural news networks in the country carrying agricultural news, markets, weather, commentary and feature content.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Heightened volatility and uncertainty tied to lingering wonderments about President Trump's stated goal to reduce beef prices capped recent gains in Cattle futures on Friday. Month-end position squaring was likely also at play. Live Cattle futures closed an average of $1.99 lower, except for $1.32 higher in expiring spot Oct. Week to week on [...]

It's The Ranch It Up Radio Show! Join Jeff Tigger Erhardt, Rebecca Wanner AKA BEC and their crew as they deep dive into imported beef, current market demand, and beef production.  Corbitt Wall comes in on this one.  Plus, market reports, upcoming sales and lots more on this all-new episode of The Ranch It Up Radio Show. Be sure to subscribe on your favorite podcasting app or on the Ranch It Up Radio Show YouTube Channel. Season 5, EPISODE 261 Corbitt Wall Shares The Current Beef Market Status, How Imports Could Affect Beef & Trump's Comments   Corbitt Wall of DV Auction & The National Beef Wire shares a history of the demand for beef by the consumer along with breaking down the potential for beef imports from Argentina.  Plus, the how and why of President Trump's comments about beef trade and imports.   You can listen each day to the Feeder Flash and hear Corbitt's market analysis on the following platforms: National Beef Wire DV Auction Feeder Flash on YouTube Featured Experts in the Cattle Industry Corbitt Wall – DV Auction, National Beef Wire https://www.dvauction.com/ https://www.nationalbeefwire.com/ Follow on Facebook: @NationalBeefWireDVAuction Follow on Facebook: @DVAuction Mark Vanzee – Livestock, Equine, & Auction Time Expert https://www.auctiontime.com/ https://www.livestockmarket.com/ https://www.equinemarket.com/ Follow on Facebook: @LivestockMkt | @EquineMkt | @AuctionTime Kirk Donsbach – Financial Analyst at StoneX https://www.stonex.com/ Follow on Facebook: @StoneXGroupInc Shaye Wanner – Host of Casual Cattle Conversation https://www.casualcattleconversations.com/ Follow on Facebook: @cattleconvos Contact Us with Questions or Concerns Have questions or feedback? Feel free to reach out via: Call/Text: 707-RANCH20 or 707-726-2420 Email: RanchItUpShow@gmail.com Follow us: Facebook/Instagram: @RanchItUpShow YouTube: Subscribe to Ranch It Up Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/RanchItUp Catch all episodes of the Ranch It Up Podcast available on all major podcasting platforms. Discover the Heart of Rural America with Tigger & BEC Ranching, farming, and the Western lifestyle are at the heart of everything we do. Tigger & BEC bring you exclusive insights from the world of working ranches, cattle farming, and sustainable beef production. Learn more about Jeff 'Tigger' Erhardt & Rebecca Wanner (BEC) and their mission to promote the Western way of life at Tigger and BEC. https://tiggerandbec.com/ Industry References, Partners and Resources For additional information on industry trends, products, and services, check out these trusted resources: Allied Genetic Resources: https://alliedgeneticresources.com/ American Gelbvieh Association: https://gelbvieh.org/ Axiota Animal Health: https://axiota.com/multimin-campaign-landing-page/ Imogene Ingredients: https://www.imogeneingredients.com/ Jorgensen Land & Cattle: https://jorgensenfarms.com/#/?ranchchannel=view Medora Boot: https://medoraboot.com/ RFD-TV: https://www.rfdtv.com/ Rural Radio Network: https://www.ruralradio147.com/ Superior Livestock Auctions: https://superiorlivestock.com/ Transova Genetics: https://transova.com/ Westway Feed Products: https://westwayfeed.com/ Wrangler: https://www.wrangler.com/ Wulf Cattle: https://www.wulfcattle.com/

Steven Rofrano grew up in New Jersey in an Italian-American family that instilled a deep respect for food quality and old-world traditions. Steven struggled with chronic health issues growing up, until he discovered that eliminating seed oils and processed foods made him feel truly healthy for the first time.  Fueled by years of obsessive research, Steven became convinced that classic American foods can be both healthy and delicious—if made without toxic ingredients. Determined to prove this, he quit his big tech software job in 2022 to launch Ancient Crunch, starting with MASA Chips, the first nixtamalized tortilla chips cooked in grass-fed beef tallow. Next came Vandy Crisps, tallow-cooked potato chips that restore the 'Great American Snack' to its original seed oil-free glory.  Today, Steven remains on a mission to rebuild America's pantry with real, nourishing ingredients—and, of course, to spread a little anti-seed oil "propaganda" along the way. Website: https://ancientcrunch.com/ Timestamps: 00:00 Trailer 00:33 Introduction 03:28 Tallow as the best frying fat 08:38 Fixing manufacturing and health systems 11:36 Cattle, land, and tallow production 14:58 Grazing and land restoration 17:38 Saturated vs. vegetable oil turnover 21:17 Animal fat vs. seed oils 25:42 Pesticide use on corn 29:02 Wagyu quality factors 29:54 Grass-fed farming challenges 35:20 Automated production quality 38:26 Making classic snacks healthy 40:10 Fried food & caloric intake Join Revero now to regain your health: https://revero.com/YT Revero.com is an online medical clinic for treating chronic diseases with this root-cause approach of nutrition therapy. You can get access to medical providers, personalized nutrition therapy, biomarker tracking, lab testing, ongoing clinical care, and daily coaching. You will also learn everything you need with educational videos, hundreds of recipes, and articles to make this easy for you. Join the Revero team (medical providers, etc): https://revero.com/jobs ‪#Revero #ReveroHealth #shawnbaker  #Carnivorediet #MeatHeals #AnimalBased #ZeroCarb #DietCoach  #FatAdapted #Carnivore #sugarfree Disclaimer: The content on this channel is not medical advice. Please consult your healthcare provider.

Joe's Premium Subscription: www.standardgrain.comGrain Markets and Other Stuff Links-Apple PodcastsSpotifyTikTokYouTubeFutures and options trading involves risk of loss and is not suitable for everyone.✅ Welcome back — today we're breaking down China's long-term soybean commitment and what it really means for US farmers.

It's the Ranch It Up Radio Show Herd It Here Weekly Report!  A 3-minute look at cattle markets, reports, news info, or anything that has to do with those of us who live at the end of dirt roads.  Join Jeff 'Tigger' Erhardt, the Boss Lady Rebecca Wanner aka 'BEC' by subscribing on your favorite podcasting app or on the Ranch It Up Radio Show YouTube Channel. Agriculture Secretary Brooke Beef Packer Concentration Is The Problem Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins said in a television interview that concentration in the beef packing industry needs to be addressed, called Brazilian ownership a “major issue” in the sector and suggested smaller processors produce “healthier” food. In a Fox News appearance, she discussed issues of ground beef prices, imports and U.S. herd size. “Is there something that needs to be done about the processors?” host Will Cain asked in a followup question. “One hundred percent, yes, when you have four major processors, two owned by the Brazilians,” Rollins replied, holding up two fingers in a V, “so half of that is not even American owned. You have a major issue when they are processing 85% of the beef in America. We have to decentralize, deregulate, invest in and incentivize smaller processors.  REFERENCES: https://meatingplace.com/rollins-says-beef-packer-concentration-is-100-a-problem/ USDA'S Cattle Plan The U.S. The Department of Agriculture revealed a plan on Oct. 22, 2025, to “fortify” the American beef industry, strengthen ranches, rebuild capacity and lower costs for consumers.  It includes a USDA-DOA Grazing Action Plan, Consumer Transparency, and to Build Demand Alongside Domestic Supply.  For the complete breakdown of the action plan, click HERE. REFERENCE: https://www.thefencepost.com/news/usda-cattle-plan-ag-agency-unveils-plan-to-reinvigorate-cattle-industry/ Upcoming Bull & Heifer Sales On RanchChannel.Com Lot's of bull and heifer sales coming up on the RanchChannel.Com sale calendar.  Check out the full line up HERE. SPONSORS Jorgensen Land & Cattle https://jorgensenfarms.com/ @JorLandCat Ranch Channel https://ranchchannel.com/ @RanchChannel Questions & Concerns From The Field? Call or Text your questions, or comments to 707-RANCH20 or 707-726-2420 Or email RanchItUpShow@gmail.com FOLLOW Facebook/Instagram: @RanchItUpShow SUBSCRIBE to the Ranch It Up YouTube Channel: @ranchitup Website: RanchItUpShow.com https://ranchitupshow.com/ The Ranch It Up Podcast is available on ALL podcasting apps. https://ranchitup.podbean.com/ Rural America is center-stage on this outfit. AND how is that? Because of Tigger & BEC... Live This Western Lifestyle. Tigger & BEC represent the Working Ranch world by providing the cowboys, cowgirls, beef cattle producers & successful farmers the knowledge and education needed to bring high-quality beef & meat to your table for dinner. Learn more about Jeff 'Tigger' Erhardt & Rebecca Wanner aka BEC here: TiggerandBEC.com https://tiggerandbec.com/

The October 31 edition of the AgNet News Hour brought a spirited mix of Halloween humor and serious ag talk as hosts Nick Papagni and Josh McGill welcomed Kevin Kester, former National Cattlemen's Beef Association (NCBA) president, to discuss Argentina trade tensions, beef pricing, and the high stakes of Proposition 50. Kester joined from his family ranch in Parkfield, California, where recent early rains have sparked some optimism. “We've got green grass already — that hasn't happened this early since about 1995,” he said. But much of the discussion turned to national issues after comments by former President Donald Trump about importing Argentine beef rattled cattle markets. “We completely support President Trump and all he's done for ranchers,” Kester said. “But some of his statements about tariffs and Argentine imports were just factually incorrect, and we had to push back.” He explained that while Trump's remarks were aimed at lowering consumer prices, they triggered a temporary futures market dip and confusion among producers. “He's trying to help, but when you insert yourself directly into the market, it sends shockwaves all the way back to the ranch.” Still, Kester stressed that this disagreement is “unfinished business, not division.” Comparing the relationship between cattlemen and the Trump administration to a football team, he said, “It's like a quarterback and an offensive coordinator — you argue about the play, but you both want to win.” He called for fair trade deals that give U.S. ranchers equal footing: “Argentina sent $800 million worth of beef here in five years, while we only exported $7 million to them. We just want balance.” The conversation also touched on consumer labeling, with Kester supporting “Product of the USA” but warning that price ultimately drives purchases. “People say they'll pay more for U.S. beef, but at the grocery store, pocketbooks often make the decision,” he said. Even so, he noted that demand remains strong. “Even with record prices, consumers are still buying American beef because of its quality.” As the interview continued, Kester discussed the ongoing threat of the New World Screwworm near the Texas–Mexico border, saying that USDA teams are “doing heroic work” to contain outbreaks. He also warned that Prop 50, if passed, could devastate rural representation and drive up food costs. “It's political redistricting disguised as reform,” he said. “If it passes, Central Valley agriculture loses its voice.” Looking ahead, Kester predicted continued strength for the cattle market in 2025 and 2026. “Prices will level out, herds will rebuild, and consumers will keep getting the safest, highest-quality beef in the world.” Papagni closed the show calling Kester “one of the great voices in California ranching,” while McGill agreed: “When Kevin talks, every farmer and rancher listens.”

Futures choppy; cash steady; boxed beef lower on light volume; cash feeders sharply higher.

10/31/25: Joel Heitkamp is joined by North Dakota rancher, Dave Schweigert. (Joel Heitkamp is a talk show host on the Mighty 790 KFGO in Fargo-Moorhead. His award-winning program, “News & Views,” can be heard weekdays from 8 – 11 a.m. Follow Joel on X/Twitter @JoelKFGO.)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

*Cheap corn has helped the cattle feeding industry.   *The Mexican border remains closed to Mexican livestock imports.   *Members of the Texas congressional delegation are asking the White House to respond to Mexico's failure to deliver water to the Rio Grande Valley. *Texas peanut growers are competing in a tough global market.  *Texas farmers are short on storage options for this year's grain crops.  *The U.S. and China are finally reaching a trade deal.  *Talk of buying more beef from Argentina has done some major damage to the cattle market.  *Testing horse hair can tell us some things about the horse's condition.  

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Cattle futures mostly crawled higher Thursday as traders await further direction from this week's negotiated cash fed cattle trade. Toward the close, Live Cattle futures were an average of 70¢ higher (from 2¢ higher to $4.10 higher in waning spot Oct. Feeder Cattle futures were an average of 73¢ higher, except for an average [...]

Futures rebound but stall at Monday's gap; cash steady; boxed beef higher; cash feeders slightly higher.

Mike Zuzolo with Global Commodity Analytics recaps Thursday's trade. Topics: - Reaction to U.S.-China trade deal - Fed interest rate decision - Cattle stabilizing

This week the cattle market tried to find footing after all funds hit the exit button. Listen in to Jeff and Mike discuss the recovery points and what the market is following. 

Welcome back to another episode of Brands and Barbed Wire.   This week we continue our Future of Beef series.  On this episode we interview one of my cohosts and founder of Breedr Ian Wheal.    We hope you enjoy getting to know more about Ian and Breedr and more information on the Future of Beef visit www.thefutureofbeef.com. Thanks to our sponsors Allied Genetic Resources www.alliedgeneticresources.com, The Grant Company at www.grantcompany.net, B.R. Cutrer Ranch www.brcutrer.com, Jorgensen Land and Cattle www.jorgensenfarms.com

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