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Cattle grazing in Faulkner County, taken April 9, 2026. (UADA photo by Kevin Lawsonl.)
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High Plains cattle sales report

The High Plains area weekly weighted average direct cattle sales reported 48,451 head of cattle selling the week ending May 31, 2026. Read More

Hereford and Angus cattle owned by K-State Purebred Beef Unit. (K-State Research and Extension)
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Cattle on Feed report aligns with tight supplies

Cattle feedlot (K-State Research and Extension)
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Lower March placements contribute to smaller feedlot inventory



Dave Begmeier

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 

Cattle in feedlot in West Texas. (iStock │ #174479340 - dhughes9)

High Plains cattle sales report 

Current with today’s cattle cycle, average days-on-feed have extended, and carcass weights are reaching all-time highs—equating to increased dressing percent, but not necessarily more pounds of saleable beef. (Courtesy photo.)

High Plains cattle sales report 

Drones capture thermal images of cattle facilities. (K-State Research and Extension news service)

High Plains cattle sales report 

High Plains cattle sales report 

Feedlot near Dodge City, Kansas. (Journal photo by Dave Bergmeier.)

Cattle on feed report shows drop of 3% in feedlot inventory

Cattle in a feed lot or feed yard. (iStock │ #1302314885 - Clinton Austin)

High Plains cattle sales report