IAS Market Talk with David Rueber – 02/04/26
IAS Market Talk | Cattle Market Update – February 4, 2026
This week on Market Talk, Dave Rueber, Beef Production Specialist with Innovative Ag Services, shares the latest cattle market outlook and what it means for producers across Northeast Iowa and Southwest Wisconsin.
Fat cattle markets continue to push higher, with bids climbing toward the 240 range. Box beef is showing some strength, feeder cattle prices are rallying, and break-evens are tightening. Dave walks through what to watch, how futures are trending, and where opportunities for protection may exist.
If you’re buying feeders…
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