Is Weather About to Change the Cattle Market?

Cattle prices remain near historic highs, but a major weather shift may be developing that could affect feed costs, pasture conditions, and livestock margins across the United States.

In today’s Boots & Bushels episode we break down the latest moves in feeder cattle futures, live cattle futures, corn, soybeans, and crude oil while looking at the growing risk from a changing global weather pattern.

The Pacific Ocean is transitioning away from La Niña conditions toward neutral ENSO patterns. Historically, those transitions can produce volatile weather across the Midwest and Plains during planting season. That means producers may need to watch rainfall patterns, feed costs, and pasture conditions closely in the weeks ahead.

We also look at how rising grain prices and energy costs could tighten feedlot margins and influence feeder cattle demand heading into summer.

Boots & Bushels is your daily look at the markets that feed America, helping producers stay ahead of the pressure points shaping agriculture.

Markets covered
 • Feeder cattle futures
 • Live cattle futures
 • Corn futures
 • Soybean futures
 • Crude oil

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