Feeder Cattle rose to 334.41 USd/Lbs on August 1, 2025, up 0.92% from the previous day. Over the past month, Feeder Cattle's price has risen 8.26%, and is up 34.19% compared to the same time last year, according to trading on a contract for difference (CFD) that tracks the benchmark market for this commodity. Feeder Cattle - values, historical data, forecasts and news - updated on August of 2025.

Live Cattle rose to 230 USd/Lbs on August 1, 2025, up 0.98% from the previous day. Over the past month, Live Cattle's price has risen 8.20%, and is up 25.01% compared to the same time last year, according to trading on a contract for difference (CFD) that tracks the benchmark market for this commodity. Live Cattle - values, historical data, forecasts and news - updated on August of 2025.

Graph and download economic data for Producer Price Index by Commodity: Farm Products: Slaughter Cattle (WPU0131) from Jan 1947 to Jun 2025 about slaughter, cattle, livestock, agriculture, commodities, PPI, inflation, price index, indexes, price, and USA.

United States Livestock Price: Feeder Cattle, OKC: Steers: Medium #1: 500-550 lbs data was reported at 379.750 USD/cwt in Apr 2025. This records an increase from the previous number of 376.170 USD/cwt for Mar 2025. United States Livestock Price: Feeder Cattle, OKC: Steers: Medium #1: 500-550 lbs data is updated monthly, averaging 155.444 USD/cwt from Jan 2000 (Median) to Apr 2025, with 304 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 379.750 USD/cwt in Apr 2025 and a record low of 87.500 USD/cwt in Sep 2002. United States Livestock Price: Feeder Cattle, OKC: Steers: Medium #1: 500-550 lbs data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Economic Research Service. The data is categorized under Global Database’s United States – Table US.P002: Livestock Price.

Graph and download economic data for Producer Price Index by Commodity: Farm Products: Feeder and Replacement Cattle (WPU013401) from Sep 2021 to Jun 2025 about cattle, livestock, agriculture, production, commodities, PPI, price index, indexes, price, and USA.

The US beef cattle production industry is currently marked by tight supply conditions and elevated prices. Over recent years, persistent drought conditions have led to significant herd liquidation, with beef cow numbers falling to historic lows. This contraction has created a bottleneck in calf production and feeder cattle availability, sustaining high cattle prices. In tandem, elevated feed costs have pressured prices upwards and profit down, driving revenue as cattle producers seek to pass on costs and prevent further profit declines. As herd rebuilding has remained slow, cattle supplies have remained low and kept prices high even as feed, energy and other key agricultural input costs have declined from their highs in 2022. Industry revenue has grown at a CAGR of 6.0% during the current period to reach an estimated $95.9 billion after declining by 2.4% in 2025 as reduced consumption and supplies limit sales. Consumer preferences are shifting in the beef cattle production industry. There is an increasing awareness of environmental and health-related concerns associated with beef consumption. Consequently, many consumers are reducing their intake of conventional beef, turning instead towards more sustainable options and alternatives that are perceived as healthier or higher quality, such as grass-fed and organic beef. This shift has spurred growth in these segments as consumers look for transparency and ethical farming practices. Retailers and restaurants have responded accordingly by offering more options that align with these consumer preferences. However, these trends also pose challenges, especially for smaller producers who face significant costs associated with transitioning to sustainable practices or achieving certifications like organic or "sustainably raised." Though opportunities for growth will continue to present themselves, the outlook for the industry as a whole does not look as positive in the next five years. Poultry, pork and plant-based proteins will threaten beef demand as they appeal to health-conscious customers, particularly as cattle prices are elevated. Climate change will also continue to introduce environmental pressures, demanding resilience and adaptability from producers. Periods of stable weather could facilitate herd rebuilding, leading to increased cattle supplies and dropping prices, but continued climatic fluctuations and extreme weather events could reduce the consistency of production and increase revenue volatility. Advancements in technology, such as drones and wearable sensors, promise to help optimize cattle management, improving operational efficiencies and animal welfare. These innovations, however, require investment and broader accessibility through government support to ensure equitable adoption across the industry. Additionally, while global trade disruptions remain a concern due to disease outbreaks and geopolitical tensions, US producers will have opportunities in niche market segments to differentiate themselves, counterbalancing some of these pressures. Overall, revenue for cattle producers is forecast to decline through 2030 at a CAGR of 0.4% to $94.0 billion.