Extreme Weather Impact The polar vortex and extreme cold conditions have settled across much of the livestock, poultry and dairy producing regions of the U.S. Yesterday some packers closed and/or cancelled production shifts due to the weather and risk to both livestock and workers. The current cold is extending problems for the cattle supply. Ironically, feeders were hoping for a freeze to firm up muddy feed yards in the Plains. Warm, wet conditions and muddy pens were taking a toll on cattle. However, the sub-zero temperatures won’t help and instead just add new problems. Some feeders had slowed buying due to the conditions and aren’t likely to resume while they continue. Average daily gains will drop as feed consumption incr...

TAGS – Livestock, China, North America