IAS Market Talk with David Rueber – 02/11/26
IAS Market Talk | Cattle Market Update – February 11, 2026
In this week’s IAS Market Talk, Beef Production Specialist Dave Rueber shares the latest cattle market insights and what they mean for producers across Northeast Iowa and Southwest Wisconsin. Live cattle markets continue trending higher, with strong asking prices and continued momentum in feeder cattle values.
Dave also discusses the growing pressure on packer margins, current cost-of-gain considerations, and why feeder cattle demand remains strong as we move toward spring. Whether you're marketing cattle now or planning ahead, this…
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