Cold and snow is impacting cattle markets this week; slowing feedlot placements and moving heavier cattle to pasture rather than the feedlot. Feeders’ interest in buying is down given concerns over transportation and receiving, and auction markets are seeing fewer incoming cattle due to weather. This is a change from early winter conditions as temperatures had been mild with little snow. That was positive for backgrounder and stocker cattle to gain some weight, as well as feedlot cattle. This week getting those feeder cattle to finish weights is more difficult with frigid temperatures and cattle having to contend with slogging through snow. The good news is that much of the country which had been experiencing exten...
The U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) enters its mandated six-year review on 1 July. The original intent of the review is outlined in Article 34.7, which obligates members to: Provide recommendations and decide on appropriate actions. Extend the USMCA for another 16 years and meet aga...
Key Market Insights Geopolitical Limbo: Geopolitical risk remained a key driver across global commodity markets today. President Trump stated that the Iran memorandum of understanding is not yet final and warned that military action could resume if negotiations fail. Both sides continue w...
Key Takeaways: Drought remains a major threat to global agricultural production, particularly in regions with limited rainfall and growing water scarcity. Commercially available drought-tolerant traits in corn, soybeans, and wheat have generally delivered modest yield improvements, limiting th...
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