E116: Cattle Market Eyes on the Long Term

It’s just weeks away from the end of another year for the cattle market, and the most recent news for and from the markets has been discouraging. But for DTN Livestock Analyst ShayLe Stewart, the next steps for savvy cattlemen are clear– don’t panic, and keep the fundamentals in mind.
Today, we’ll talk through the latest data with ShayLe, checking in on feed markets, drought impacts, and slaughter pace to understand whether recent sputtering activity is the beginning of a trend or just a hiccup.
We’ll get into demand indicators as inflation rises, discuss the regionality of today’s markets, and dig in to the data that’s making ShayLe see great things coming for cattle in 2023 and beyond.
We’ll also hear insights on recent grading numbers, heat, and end-of-year emotions.