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Record-high U.S. beef and cattle prices seen in 2013

January 4, 2013

Argentina and Brazil beef production will rise this year Reuters — Smaller U.S. beef and cattle supplies in 2013 should push prices for both commodities to record highs then, with slaughter-ready cattle likely to trade at $140 to $145 per cwt next spring, Rabobank said in its December quarterly beef report. A drought and record-high

Livestock, Livestock Markets

Truckers slam USDA for border meat inspection “chaos”

By Daniel Winters December 6, 2012

The perils of cross-border trade were front and centre for truckers and meat shippers a few weeks ago, when an inspection snafu on the American side forced hundreds of trucks on lengthy detours. On Oct. 19, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) temporarily suspended meat inspections at border entry points opposite Manitoba and Saskatchewan after

Beef cattle, Livestock, Livestock Markets

Producers catch up on cattle marketings after storm

By Dwayne Klassen December 5, 2012

The number of cattle making their way to auction yards in Manitoba increased significantly during the week ended Nov. 23. Much of the jump in cattle marketings was associated with farmers playing catch-up to last week’s plans, which were snowed out by a winter storm. Steady demand from all outlets, meanwhile, allowed values to remain

Livestock, Livestock Markets, Other livestock

Interest and prices increase for heavy lambs

By Mark Elliot December 5, 2012

The Winnipeg Livestock Auction received 300 sheep and goats for the Nov. 21 sale. The buyers were keeping within a close price range, within their bidding, on the various classifications. Ontario market prices are influencing the Manitoba bidding The wool sheep dominated ewe sales, with the bidding consistent with the previous sale. The average price

Hogs, Livestock, Livestock Markets

U.S. pork supplies at all-time high

November 30, 2012

Hog price recovery months away Reuters — U.S. pork production in October hit a record high as the hog slaughter surged to an all-time high of 10.86 million head. The latest USDA data shows more hogs passed through U.S. packing plants last month than ever before as farmers liquidated their herds as the worst drought in

Hogs, Livestock, Livestock Markets

Analysts expect fewer pigs and higher prices next year

By Theopolis Waters November 29, 2012

Pork stocks in U.S. warehouses in September soared to a record high for that month, a sign the rush to market hogs this summer due to high feed costs may mean fewer hogs and less pork next year. The bulk of the price gains could come in the second half of next year, analysts said.

Beef cattle, Forages, Livestock, Livestock Markets

Prices remain strong as some cattle storm-stayed

By Phil Franz-Warkentin November 29, 2012

An early winter storm that brought heavy snow across much of southern Manitoba over the Remembrance Day weekend did keep some cattle from making their way to auction in the province during the week ended Nov. 16. For what was on offer, prices remained strong for both feeder and butcher animals. “Prices are staying very

Livestock, Livestock Markets, Other livestock

Prices plummet in spite of quality

By Mark Elliot November 29, 2012

There were 750 sheep and goats delivered to the Winnipeg Livestock Auction Nov. 7 sale. Bidding was lacklustre compared to earlier sales and prices were lower, despite good-quality sheep and goats on offer. There was equal representation from wool and hair sheep ewes with the average price ranging from $.39 to $.58 per pound. A

Livestock, Livestock Markets

Fall calf volumes lower than last year

By Phil Franz-Warkentin November 21, 2012

Manitoba’s cattle auction yards were busy once again during the week ended November 9, as the fall run continued at full speed. Prices held relatively steady for the most part, although top-end bids for many classes of cattle were mostly lower, rather than higher, in many instances. “We’re at the peak of the fall run

Beef cattle, Livestock, Livestock Markets

Attractive premium for age-verified cows

By Phil Franz-Warkentin November 15, 2012

The fall run was in full swing across Manitoba’s cattle auction yards during the week ended November 2, with prices still holding firm and even looking a little better in some cases. Volumes were big at most auctions, with Heartland Livestock Services in Virden seeing the most action on their Halloween Day sale. “The feeder

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Livestock Markets

Record-high U.S. beef and cattle prices seen in 2013

Truckers slam USDA for border meat inspection “chaos”

Producers catch up on cattle marketings after storm

U.S. pork supplies at all-time high

Analysts expect fewer pigs and higher prices next year

Prices remain strong as some cattle storm-stayed

Prices plummet in spite of quality

Fall calf volumes lower than last year

Attractive premium for age-verified cows

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