National Ag News

Slaughter cattle traded mostly steady last week with limited trade on a dressed basis in Nebraska also steady. Demand was good from both sides of the fence. Cattle feeders are finally in the black and continue to pull cattle on a timely basis if not early, according to USDA Mandatory. Demand for beef remains strong. Encouraging packers to buy. Warmer than normal weather has to help by sending some outside to grill. In the Midwest direct markets live basis steers and heifers traded at 120.00, dressed at 190.00.

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