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JBS WORKERS RETURN WITHOUT DEAL
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AVOID EMOTIONAL CATTLE MARKETING DECISIONS
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Friday, April 03
Billings Livestock Commission
5,059 Billings, MT
Thursday
| Feeder Steers - Medium & Large #1 | Feeder Heifers - Medium & Large #1 | ||
| 400-500 lbs | 550.00-600.00 | 400-500 lbs | 490.00-532.50 |
| 500-600 lbs | 481.00-555.00 | 500-600 lbs | 434.50-496.00 |
| 600-700 lbs | 423.00-484.00 | 600-700 lbs | 394.00-435.00 |
| 700-800 lbs | 386.00-423.00 | 700-800 lbs | 350.00-390.00 |
| 800-900 lbs | 350.00-372.50 | 800-900 lbs | 339.00-354.00 |
Farmers and Ranchers Livestock
3,525 Salina, KS
Thursday
| Feeder Steers - Medium & Large #1 | Feeder Heifers - Medium & Large #1 | ||
| 500-600 lbs | 470.00-540.00 | 400-500 lbs | 500.00-537.50 |
| 600-700 lbs | 416.00-460.00 | 500-600 lbs | 432.00-455.00 |
| 700-800 lbs | 384.00-400.00 | 600-700 lbs | 357.00-410.00 |
| 800-900 lbs | 346.75-379.50 | 700-800 lbs | 339.00-364.00 |
| 900-1000 lbs | 334.00-347.00 | 800-900 lbs | 326.00-339.00 |
Winter Livestock
2,264 Pratt, KS
Thursday
| Feeder Steers - Medium & Large #1 | Feeder Heifers - Medium & Large #1 | ||
| 500-600 lbs | 462.50-515.00 | 500-600 lbs | 415.00-430.00 |
| 600-700 lbs | 426.00-440.00 | 600-700 lbs | 355.00-375.00 |
| 700-800 lbs | 414.00 | 700-800 lbs | 342.00-359.00 |
| 800-900 lbs | 360.25-383.50 | 800-900 lbs | 322.00-342.00 |
| 900-1000 lbs | 331.00-355.00 | 900-1000 lbs | 283.00-319.00 |
No livestock and grain futures updates 4/3 in observance of Good Friday
ESTIMATED DAILY CATTLE SLAUGHTER
| Friday | 96,000 | Thursday |
| Week Ago (est) | 92,000 | Steer & Heifer: 85,000 |
| Year Ago (act) | 109,000 | Cow & Bull: 20,000 |
| Wk To Date (est) | 525,000 | |
| Last Week (est) | 504,000 | |
| Last Year (est) | 578,000 |
Friday, April 03
5 AREA WEEKLY ACCUMULATED WEIGHTED AVG CATTLE PRICE
| As of 10:00 am | Head Count | Avg Weight | Avg Price |
| Live Steer | 19,317 | 1,583 | 244.86 |
| Live Heifer | 12,666 | 1,421 | 244.93 |
| Dressed Steer | 9,141 | 1,023 | 384.57 |
| Dressed Heifer | 3,233 | 899 | 384.58 |
DAILY ESTIMATED CUTOUT VALUES
| 600-900# | Choice | Select | Choice/Select Spread |
| Current Cutout Values: | 387.78 | 386.19 | 1.59 |
| Change from prior day: | -1.80▼ | -1.51▼ |
DAILY CATTLE SLAUGHTER
| Friday | 96,000 | Thursday |
| Week Ago | 92,000 | Steer & Heifer: 85,000 |
| Year Ago (act) | 109,114 | Cow & Bull: 20,000 |
| Week To Date | 525,000 | |
| Same Period Last Week | 504,000 | |
| Same Period Last Year | 577,746 |
Beef prices are at record highs—but demand isn’t slowing down. In this episode, John Campbell shares his take on what’s really driving beef demand right now and why consumers are still choosing beef despite the cost.
From changing nutrition trends to the “Traeger effect” and shifting consumer preferences, this conversation breaks down why beef may be entering a new era of demand—and what that means for producers moving forward.
Takeaways:
Beef demand is holding strong—even at record prices
Consumer perception around beef is shifting in a positive direction
Cooking culture (grills, smokers) is driving more at-home beef consumption
Nutrition trends are bringing beef back into focus
Demand may be entering a new long-term phase
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(No LRPs published 4/3 in observance of Good Friday)
Friday, April 03
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Most locations along & east of I-35 will see 1”-4” of rain. The heaviest looks to be from eastern KS to WI. Some locations may see 3”-6”.
Most locations west of of I-35 will see 0.10-1”. Heaviest looks to be the Dakotas.
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Younger Farmers Drive Digital Adoption
Bushel’s 2026 report shows younger farmers taking larger roles and adopting digital tools. Use of apps for grain marketing and AI for business decisions is rising, driven by tight margins and efficiency needs. Financial pressure is also increasing, with greater reliance on loans. read more here
Family Upgrades Tractors With Tech
An Iowa farm family created a kit adding Bluetooth and camera feeds to older tractors, modernizing equipment at lower cost. The system improves safety, communication and efficiency, offering producers a practical way to upgrade legacy machinery without buying new. read more here
JBS Workers Return Without Deal
Workers at a Colorado JBS plant will return without a contract after the company agreed to resume talks. Union members continue pushing for better wages and conditions, while negotiations are set to restart. Market impacts appear limited, with slaughter levels expected to hold steady. read more here
(Markets closed 4/3 in observance of Good Friday)
Friday, April 03
| MARKETS | PRICE | CHANGE | PERCENT |
| DOW | 46,504.67 | - 61.07 | 0.13% ▼ |
| S&P 500 | 6,582.69 | + 7.37 | 0.11% ▲ |
| NASDAQ | 21,879.18 | + 38.23 | 0.18% ▲ |
| Russell 2000 | 2,530.04 | + 17.67 | 0.70% ▲ |
| Gold | 4,666.30 | - 13.40 | 0.29% ▼ |
| Silver | 72.08 | - 0.84 | 1.16% ▼ |
| Bitcoin | 68,133.00 | + 862.00 | 1.28% ▲ |
| Crude Oil | 114.54 | + 3.00 | 2.69% ▲ |
Avoid Emotional Cattle Marketing Decisions
Drought-driven selling can lead to costly cycles of low sales and high-priced restocking. Experts stress disciplined sell/buy strategies over emotional decisions. Strong demand for fleshy cows highlights current market opportunities, while proper planning can preserve inventory and improve profitability. read more here
Ag Tax Credits Gain Attention
New rules for the 45Z clean fuel credit and R&D Section 174 are drawing interest across agriculture. Updates could reward low-carbon practices and innovation, with potential benefits for ethanol and producers. Farmers exploring new methods or technologies may qualify for valuable tax credits. read more here
Oil Prices Surge On Tensions
WTI crude climbed sharply amid escalating Middle East conflict and supply disruptions, with shipping constraints and geopolitical risks driving bullish outlooks. Analysts see further upside potential, raising concerns over higher fuel costs and broader inflation pressures. read more here
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