
Cattle prices maintain strength into summer
Thin trade does make it hard to get a handle on market

With seeding intentions clear, traders now watching the skies
Strength in the Chicago soy complex also helped lift canola values

Demand strong ahead of summer slowdowns
Fed cattle prices have shown improvement
Canola gains on veg oils’ strength
Pressure comes from the loonie’s recent improvement against the U.S. dollar

Demand returning to Manitoba cattle sales
An increased pace in beef processing helped lift cash prices and futures

Canola holds steady as seeding gets underway
Crude oil pressures and potential for major soy exports weigh in on trading

Heavyweight cattle prices pressured by lack of demand
Plant closures are adding to the usual seasonal lull expected for this time of year

Oilseeds draw strength from China’s recent market action
Oil’s fading fortunes put pressure on canola, not to mention other crops

Supply chain problems weigh on cattle prices
Locals who usually seek cattle for grazing are staying clear of auctions
Snowbound farmers’ reduced sales drag on canola values
Unfounded intel suggesting a breakthrough on the canola ban was briefly supportive