Feeder cattle and calf trades once again moving sharply higher and again setting records in most weight categories. Demand very good for all cattle. But a true testament to how good the market was, is noted by lack of PO’s. Cattle futures continued to soar and since the Video Royale the last week of July, the August future’s contract has risen almost 27.00.
Tight supplies and continued good demand for beef is steam rolling this market. Supply included 34 percent from South Central; 6 percent South East; 4 percent North East; 48 percent North Central, and 8 percent from the West. Deliveries are current through April 2026. Current delivery is 14 days from the last day of the sale and is up to and including September 5th, 2025.
