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Widespread improvement As we have discussed in prior letters, weather is the single most important factor affecting the cattle industry. Cattle herds have served as the nation’s primary harvesters of pasture since the buffalo disappeared in the 19th century. We generally use the U.S. Drought Monitor as an indicator of... As we have discussed in prior letters, weather is the single most important factor affecting the cattle industry.

Today’s cattle slaughter estimate was 109,000 head compared to 112,000 head last week, bringing the week-to-date total to 433,000 head compared to 430,000 head a week ago. We continue to hear estimates for this week’s slaughter in the 525,000–535,000 head range. Considering the week-to-date total is 3,000 head above last... Today’s cattle slaughter estimate was 109,000 head compared to 112,000 head last week, bringing the week-to-date total to 433,000 head compared to 430,000 head a week ago.

Today’s cattle slaughter estimate was 108,000 head compared to 108,000 head last week, bringing the week-to-date total to 324,000 head compared to 318,000 head last week. We hear estimates for this week’s slaughter are now in the 525,000-535,000 head range. Considering the week-to-date total is 6,000 head above last week,... Today’s cattle slaughter estimate was 108,000 head compared to 108,000 head last week, bringing the week-to-date total to 324,000 head compared to 318,000 head last week.