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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.)
Livestock, Livestock Markets

High Plains cattle sales report 

The High Plains area weekly weighted average direct cattle sales results reported receipts of 57,934 head compared to 46,504 head a week ago. Read More

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

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.)
Livestock, Livestock Markets

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 

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

High Plains cattle sales report 

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

High Plains cattle sales report 

Cattle (Kansas State University Extension)

High Plains cattle sales report 

Hereford and Angus cattle owned by K-State Purebred Beef Unit. (K-State Research and Extension)

High Plains Slaughter Report

High Plains Slaughter Report

Feedlot intensive production system beef cattle. (iStock │ #2153732613 - shiota)

High Plains Slaughter Report