Livestock Markets

The Oklahoma State University Ranch Tour gives participants a first-hand look at some of the top cattle operations across the state. (Photo courtesy of OSU Agriculture.)
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High Plains cattle sales report

High Plains average direct sales reported 42,802 head of cattle selling for the week ending July 6, according to USDA reporting services. Read More

Area Hay Prices, Forage Crops, Hay Market News, Hay Range Pasture, Hay Report, Livestock Markets

Area Hay Prices July 5, 2025

Feeders are looking for opportunities to add capacity, if it is feasible. This photo was taken during a King of the Ring competition several years ago at Winter Livestock, Dodge City, Kansas. (Journal photo by Dave Bergmeier.)
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High Plains cattle sales report



Old Glory adds a pop of color behind these cows grazing in northwest Iowa. (iStock │ #505720290 - DarcyMaulsby)

Cattle Markets June 20

Buffalo Feeders employs 37 dedicated employees as the feedlot has a capacity of 32,000 head of cattle. (Courtesy photo.)

High Plains cattle sales report

Cattle Report June 20th

Cattle producers should adjust their feed supplementation programs to ensure a cow grazing native rangeland receives an average of 3.3 pounds of protein per day. (Photo by Todd Johnson, OSU Agriculture.)

High Plains cattle sales report

Feedyard cattle need acess to fresh, clean water during their stay in the yard. In times of extreme heat, high humidity or no wind, water becomes even more critical. (Journal photo by Kylene Scott.)

High Plains cattle sales report

As cows age, their metabolism can change, K-State beef cattle nutritionist Phillip Lancaster said. (Photo: K‑State Research and Extension)

Cattle Report June 6

Buffalo Feeders employs 37 dedicated employees as the feedlot has a capacity of 32,000 head of cattle. (Courtesy photo.)

High Plains cattle sales report

Hay is one of the largest expenses in a cow-calf operation, according to K-State beef cattle nutritionist Phillip Lancaster. (K-State Research and Extension news service)

Cattle Report May 23rd