228: Cattle Market Holds Strong as Heifer Retention Rises: What It Means for 2026 with Dan and Samantha
This week’s conversation digs into the final stretch of 2025 cattle markets with Samantha and Dan breaking down the latest data, the holiday trade environment, and what early signals tell us about 2026. With a bullish cattle-on-feed report, surprising heifer retention, and consumer demand shifting toward cheaper cuts, the group parses out where leverage sits, what volatility still lurks, and why risk management matters heading into the new year. They also cover slaughter pace, cash trends, and how weather, grains, and global headlines are shaping the backdrop for Q1.
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