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Beef celebrated even in times of uncertainty 

May is beef month. Even when times are getting tougher, many consumers still reach for beef in the grocery case and order it off the menu. Read More

Even with tariffs on the landscape, cattle prices are forecast to remain high through 2025, according to a recent World Agricultural Supplies and Demand Estimates report. (Journal photo by Dave Bergmeier.)
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Tariff impacts meant a tempered livestock price report

Dave Bergmeier
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Much to contemplate



Aerial View of a Cow Feed Lot in the Southern Midwest. (iStock │ #1279267170 - Jacob Boomsma)

Cattle on feed report shows 2% decline

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NASS reinstates July cattle report

Keeping cattle well fed and watered helps to keep them healthy. (Journal photo by Dave Bergmeier.)

Livestock prices shine as unknowns lurk

One dozen white eggs in a carton package. (Adobe Stock │ #348670594 - Kenishirotie)

Egg prices starting to decline as consumers adjust

Kansas State University Cattlemen's Day

K-State’s Cattlemen’s Day scheduled for March 7

Red meat and poultry production lowered, WASDE report indicates

Livestock producers have seen favorable prices, but Extension analysts say they need to stay on top of expenses. (Journal photo by Dave Bergmeier.)

Stay focused on production costs

As the year nears the end several packing plants announced plans to close as animal protein supplies remain tight and margins are thin, according to agricultural economists. This photo was taken near Dodge City. (Journal photo by Dave Bergmeier.)

Processing plant closures reflect tight margins