Livestock Debate While activists in the U.S. pursue state-by-state law changes on farm sizes, production methods, and animal welfare requirements, the issues surrounding livestock production have gone continent-wide in Europe. The whole issue of sustainability and animal welfare is further advanced in Europe as evidenced by discussions today around a study commissioned by the EU Commission entitled, Future of EU Livestock: How to contribute to a sustainable agricultural sector.” Developments in Europe are important for American agriculture since President Biden’s climate envoy, John Kerry, says the goal is to align transatlantic policy. Some notable points that were made today include:
The whole topic of livestock and sus...
What You Need to Know Today: The corn and soybean markets closed slightly higher in low-volume trade. The wheat market was mixed, with HRW continuing its downward trek on improved moisture. As expected, the bearish cattle on feed report drove down cattle prices and pulled hogs down with it. Mi...
Monday, 25 May is a U.S. holiday, and both the markets and our office will be closed. Please note that the next issue of Ag Perspectives will be published on Tuesday, 26 May. The WPI staff wishes everyone a safe and enjoyable holiday weekend...
USDA’s monthly cattle on feed report was released today. The total number of cattle on feed in feedlots with 1,000 head or more capacity amounted to 11.6 million head, 102 percent of last year. Source: USDA, WPI Placements were up, but part of that is attributable to persistent drought c...
