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Amy Langvardt minds the cattle at the May Beef Month proclaimation event May 12 near Manhattan, Kansas. Lyons Ranch hosted the event where Kansas Governor Laura Kelly signed the proclamation. (Journal photo by Kylene Scott.)
Livestock, Livestock Markets, Livestock Markets, Markets

As drought tightened cattle production, 2023 markets soared

Throughout most of the year, both futures and cash markets for steers, calves and more marked a vast improvement over 2022. Read More

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.)
Livestock, Regional Roundup, Southern Region

As drought tightened cattle production, 2023 markets soared 

Forage Crops, Hay Range Pasture, Livestock

Forage, hay insurance may help reduce drought risk, economist says



Drought prompting Arkansas ranchers to sell cattle

  • By By Mary Hightower, U of A System Division of Agriculture

Pandemic uncertainties turn to relief as beef markets open up; challenges remain for 2022