Updated on Saturday, Jan 28

Overall, the USDA reported the national cattle inventory was down 2% on 1/1/12 versus 1/1/11, with beef cows down 3% and fed cattle up 1%.

Feeders of all classes were firm to +$5 last week.  Corn gained 30¢ and fed cattle futures finished the week steady after a $1.50 midweek rally.

This kind of volatility is now the norm so be sure to check your breakevens before you buy!

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Jeff Pastoor, PAS

Senior Cattle Consultant

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