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The Cattle Market Guys Podcast

The Cattle Market Guys Podcast

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Brock and Jim break down the week’s cattle market news, trends, and forecasts with a mix of data-driven insight and 40 years of ranching wisdom. Published three times a week by Herd Advisor, each episode blends hard numbers and real-world experience to help cow-calf producers make smarter, more profitable marketing decisions.

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  • Cattle Market Guys - Week Wrap Up 1-30-2026

    Cattle Market Guys - Week Wrap Up 1-30-2026
    Jan 30 2026
    Market analysts warn of critical supply constraints as the latest Cattle on Feed report reveals a stark 3% drop in on-feed inventory from January 2025, now sitting at 11.45 million head. With placements hitting decade-low levels and limited heifer retention, industry experts Brock and Jim compare current conditions to the transformative market of 1996. The tight supply situation, combined with severe winter weather impacts, has pushed futures higher despite cash market softness.In this week's comprehensive market wrap-up, hosts Brock and Jim analyze three major factors shaping the cattle markets: historically tight supply conditions, international trade dynamics, and the impact of severe winter weather across key cattle regions. The episode breaks down current feeder steer prices, with 500-549 pound cattle trading at $439.98 per hundredweight and 600-649 pound feeders at $390.78, both showing slight declines from previous weeks.The hosts examine how global trade developments are affecting domestic prices, including China's recent suspension of Irish beef imports and its potential implications for U.S. producers. Detailed analysis covers how international market access continues to influence local sale barn prices and overall industry profitability.The discussion concludes with an in-depth look at how current winter weather conditions are disrupting weight gain, feeding schedules, and transportation logistics across major cattle regions. Drawing from decades of experience, Brock and Jim offer practical insights for producers managing through challenging winter conditions while maintaining profitability in a volatile market environment.
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    11 min
  • Cattle Market Guys - Tuesday Check In 1-27-2026

    Cattle Market Guys - Tuesday Check In 1-27-2026
    Jan 27 2026
    Winter Storm Chaos Rocks Cattle Markets: Severe arctic blast sweeping across multiple regions is creating major disruptions in cattle transportation and daily operations. Markets are showing classic weather-induced confusion as traders wrestle with both supply constraints and potential demand impacts. CME reports indicate feeder cattle futures climbing on anticipated supply shortages, while earlier analysis warned of reduced beef movement and consumption during extreme weather.In this week's Tuesday Market Update, hosts Brock and Jim analyze the immediate and long-term impacts of the major winter weather system affecting cattle operations from the Plains to the Midwest. The episode breaks down current market numbers, including a slight decline in medium and large-frame steers across multiple weight classes, while examining the volatile futures market response to weather conditions.The discussion expands beyond weather to explore concerning trends in cattle inventory dynamics, with the latest USDA report showing total cattle on feed down 3% year-over-year at 11.5 million head. Brock and Jim examine how reduced calf supplies and limited heifer retention could affect market prices and long-term beef production, drawing on historical parallels from previous market cycles.The hosts conclude with an important segment on animal health management, highlighting new research from the Dairy X Beef Summit about the significant economic impact of pre-weaning health issues. They also discuss Elanco's announcement of new injectable disease prevention products and emphasize the critical importance of proactive health protocols in maintaining profitable operations during challenging market conditions.
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    10 min
  • Cattle Market Guys - Week Wrap Up 1-23-2026

    Cattle Market Guys - Week Wrap Up 1-23-2026
    Jan 23 2026
    Breaking News: False screwworm outbreak rumors sent cattle markets into a brief tailspin this week, highlighting how quickly misinformation can impact prices. The USDA quickly stepped in to debunk the claims, confirming no presence of New World Screwworm in Texas or anywhere else in the U.S. This market-moving incident sparked important discussions about industry preparedness and the need for rapid response protocols in the face of disease concerns.In this week's comprehensive market review, Brock and Jim analyze the current state of cattle prices, with five-weight steers holding strong at $442.29 per hundredweight and six-weights maintaining near $400. The hosts explore the disconnect between cash calf markets and more cautious futures prices, offering insights into what this spread might mean for producers.The episode delves into three major market factors affecting cattle producers this week. Beyond the screwworm scare, severe weather conditions across the Midwest and Southern Plains are impacting cattle performance and marketing decisions, with snowfall up to a foot in some regions. The hosts examine how these conditions are affecting prices and offer practical advice for weather-related management decisions.International trade developments round out the discussion, as Brock and Jim analyze China's lifting of the Canadian beef ban, Brazil's export outlook, and delays in the Mercosur-EU trade deal. Their analysis helps producers understand how these global shifts might affect domestic markets and pricing in the months ahead, drawing on historical examples to provide context for today's market dynamics.
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    12 min
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