The Cattle Market Guys Podcast cover art

The Cattle Market Guys Podcast

The Cattle Market Guys Podcast

Written by: Cattle Market Guys by Herd Advisor
Listen for free

LIMITED TIME OFFER | Get 2 Months for ₹5/month

About this listen

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.

© 2026 The Cattle Market Guys Podcast Economics Management Management & Leadership
Episodes
  • Cattle Market Guys - Tuesday Check In 3-3-2026

    Cattle Market Guys - Tuesday Check In 3-3-2026
    Mar 3 2026
    Cattle markets show signs of stabilization as 500-549 pound steers hold steady at $468.85/cwt, down marginally from last week but maintaining a strong $10 premium over early February prices. Heavy volume movement in 600-649 pound steers signals robust feeder demand, despite growing concerns over global market pressures. With March futures lagging significantly behind cash prices and increased market volatility tied to Middle East tensions, producers face a complex pricing environment.In this week's market update, Brock and Jim analyze the latest cattle price trends and their implications for producers. The episode dives deep into current market dynamics, including reduced slaughter rates, rising transport costs due to oil price concerns, and the delicate balance between supply and demand in the current environment.The hosts explore the growing importance of quality differentiation in beef markets, examining new data that demonstrates strong consumer willingness to pay premiums for superior products. Their discussion highlights how producers can leverage genetic programs and feed strategies to capture these quality-driven price advantages, even in challenging market conditions.The episode concludes with analysis of major industry developments, including JBS's $150 million plant expansion in Cactus, Texas, and Zoetis's acquisition of Neogen's genomics business. Brock and Jim provide historical context for these moves and discuss their potential impact on independent producers, drawing parallels to past industry consolidation events and their lasting effects on the cattle business.
    Show More Show Less
    9 mins
  • Cattle Market Guys - Week Wrap Up 2-27-2026

    Cattle Market Guys - Week Wrap Up 2-27-2026
    Feb 27 2026
    Record-breaking cash cattle prices continue to dominate market headlines as packers bid up to $248 per hundredweight in northern regions. The national five-market average for fed steers has reached an unprecedented $246.91, reflecting extremely tight cattle supplies and robust demand. Market experts Brock and Jim analyze whether these historically high prices represent a temporary peak or signal a sustained period of strong returns for producers.In this week's comprehensive market wrap-up, hosts Brock and Jim examine current cash prices across weight categories, with five-weight steers holding steady at $464.55/cwt and six-weights trading at $422.46/cwt. The duo breaks down how regional supply variations are creating unique market opportunities, particularly in Texas and Kansas where smaller show lists are driving more aggressive packer bidding.The episode delves into the broader supply dynamics affecting the cattle industry, including the impact of border closures on cross-border trade and the projected weekly slaughter numbers reaching 530,000 head. Brock and Jim explore how these factors are influencing regional price differences and what producers should consider when marketing their cattle in different areas.The hosts also discuss findings from the 2025 Cattlemen's Beef Board Impact Report, highlighting how consumer demand remains strong despite elevated prices. The conversation includes historical market perspectives, with Jim sharing valuable insights from past market cycles and explaining why betting against beef has historically proven unwise for producers.
    Show More Show Less
    10 mins
  • Cattle Market Tuesday Update 2-24-2026

    Cattle Market Tuesday Update 2-24-2026
    Feb 24 2026
    Breaking cattle market update: Small price shifts signal potential softening ahead, with 500-549 weight steers dropping slightly to $464.55/cwt and 600-649 weight steers settling at $422.46/cwt. While domestic demand remains strong, with live cattle prices hitting $247-250 in recent trades, international challenges persist. The China export situation continues to create headwinds for the broader market, even as domestic prices show resilience.In this week's episode of Cattle Market Guys, market analysts Brock and Jim break down the latest price movements across weight classes and explore what these subtle shifts mean for producers. The discussion covers current market dynamics, including robust domestic demand contrasting with lagging export numbers, particularly in the crucial Chinese market.The conversation delves into broader industry trends, examining the slowdown in ruminant protein production compared to poultry and aquaculture sectors. Brock and Jim explore how elevated feed costs and labor challenges are impacting producer decisions, while discussing strategies for maintaining profitability in an increasingly competitive protein market.The episode concludes with an in-depth look at value differentiation in the beef industry, including new developments in shelf-life extension through Vitamin E supplementation. The hosts examine how these innovations, combined with evolving consumer preferences, are reshaping the industry's approach to quality and marketing. Jim shares valuable historical perspective on how similar innovations have transformed cattle marketing over the decades.
    Show More Show Less
    10 mins
No reviews yet