Live Cattle rose to 231.03 USd/Lbs on October 3, 2025, up 0.22% from the previous day. Over the past month, Live Cattle's price has fallen 2.50%, but it is still 23.54% higher than a year ago, 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 October of 2025.

Feeder Cattle fell to 354.70 USd/Lbs on October 2, 2025, down 1.19% from the previous day. Over the past month, Feeder Cattle's price has fallen 2.04%, but it is still 42.52% higher than a year ago, 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 October of 2025.

Argentina Average Live Cattle Price: Cow data was reported at 1,481.757 ARS/kg in Apr 2025. This records an increase from the previous number of 1,427.166 ARS/kg for Mar 2025. Argentina Average Live Cattle Price: Cow data is updated monthly, averaging 3.683 ARS/kg from Jun 1995 (Median) to Apr 2025, with 359 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 1,564.695 ARS/kg in Nov 2024 and a record low of 0.412 ARS/kg in Jun 1996. Argentina Average Live Cattle Price: Cow data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Liniers Cattle Market. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Argentina – Table AR.P005: Liniers Cattle Market Prices.

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

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Beef rose to 305.80 BRL/15KG on October 2, 2025, up 0.07% from the previous day. Over the past month, Beef's price has fallen 2.43%, but it is still 7.00% higher than a year ago, according to trading on a contract for difference (CFD) that tracks the benchmark market for this commodity. Beef - values, historical data, forecasts and news - updated on October of 2025.

Argentina Average Live Cattle Price: Bull data was reported at 1,562.121 ARS/kg in Apr 2025. This records an increase from the previous number of 1,523.571 ARS/kg for Mar 2025. Argentina Average Live Cattle Price: Bull data is updated monthly, averaging 4.317 ARS/kg from Jun 1995 (Median) to Apr 2025, with 359 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 1,679.748 ARS/kg in Nov 2024 and a record low of 0.378 ARS/kg in Dec 2001. Argentina Average Live Cattle Price: Bull data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Liniers Cattle Market. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Argentina – Table AR.P005: Liniers Cattle Market Prices.

Argentina Average Live Cattle Price: Calf data was reported at 64.557 ARS/kg in Apr 2019. This records a decrease from the previous number of 64.862 ARS/kg for Mar 2019. Argentina Average Live Cattle Price: Calf data is updated monthly, averaging 2.853 ARS/kg from Jun 1995 (Median) to Apr 2019, with 287 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 65.460 ARS/kg in Feb 2019 and a record low of 0.771 ARS/kg in Aug 1995. Argentina Average Live Cattle Price: Calf data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Liniers Cattle Market. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Argentina – Table AR.P005: Liniers Cattle Market Prices.

Argentina Average Live Cattle Price: Heifer data was reported at 2,913.266 ARS/kg in Apr 2025. This records an increase from the previous number of 2,862.018 ARS/kg for Mar 2025. Argentina Average Live Cattle Price: Heifer data is updated monthly, averaging 6.114 ARS/kg from Jun 1995 (Median) to Apr 2025, with 359 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 2,913.266 ARS/kg in Apr 2025 and a record low of 0.697 ARS/kg in Jul 1995. Argentina Average Live Cattle Price: Heifer data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Liniers Cattle Market. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Argentina – Table AR.P005: Liniers Cattle Market Prices.

Argentina Average Live Cattle Price: Young Steer: 8 to 15 Months data was reported at 3,044.705 ARS/kg in Apr 2025. This records an increase from the previous number of 2,949.971 ARS/kg for Mar 2025. Argentina Average Live Cattle Price: Young Steer: 8 to 15 Months data is updated monthly, averaging 6.513 ARS/kg from Jun 1995 (Median) to Apr 2025, with 359 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 3,044.705 ARS/kg in Apr 2025 and a record low of 0.710 ARS/kg in Jul 1995. Argentina Average Live Cattle Price: Young Steer: 8 to 15 Months data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Liniers Cattle Market. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Argentina – Table AR.P005: Liniers Cattle Market Prices.

This product provides information on Alberta Slaughter Cattle Prices, for a ten year period. Comparison of Steers, Heifers, Cows D1/D2 and D3, Feeder Cows and Bulls Prices per 100 Lbs Live; and monthly prices for the most recently published year are included.

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The retail price of 100% ground beef in the United States has risen significantly in the last two decades. In 2024, a pound of ground beef cost **** U.S. dollars, up from **** U.S. dollars in 2008. Cattle and beef production in the U.S. In 2022, there were almost ** million beef cows in the United States. Compared to sheep, pigs, and chickens, cows are very expensive to raise and require much more water, feed, and land per calorie generated. Though beef production fluctuates from year to year, there has been a positive trend in beef production in the last several years in the United States. U.S. beef market In terms of retail sales, beef is the leading type of fresh meat in the United States. On average, beef generates about *********** U.S. dollars in sales per store per week, compared to approximately *********** dollars for chicken, and less than ************* dollars for pork. As of 2021, per capita consumption of beef in the United States amounted to about ** pounds per year.

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.

Learn about the factors that affect beef cattle prices, including market demand, cost of feed, competition, and weather conditions. Understand how these factors can impact farmers and ranchers, and gain insights on how to maximize profits in the beef industry.

Argentina Average Live Cattle Price: Steer: 16 to 36 Months data was reported at 2,788.127 ARS/kg in Apr 2025. This records an increase from the previous number of 2,677.532 ARS/kg for Mar 2025. Argentina Average Live Cattle Price: Steer: 16 to 36 Months data is updated monthly, averaging 6.158 ARS/kg from Jun 1995 (Median) to Apr 2025, with 359 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 2,788.127 ARS/kg in Apr 2025 and a record low of 0.643 ARS/kg in Nov 2001. Argentina Average Live Cattle Price: Steer: 16 to 36 Months data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Liniers Cattle Market. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Argentina – Table AR.P005: Liniers Cattle Market Prices.

This table contains 8 series, with data for years 1930 - 1990 (not all combinations necessarily have data for all years), and is no longer being released. This table contains data described by the following dimensions (Not all combinations are available): Geography (4 items: Montreal;Toronto;Winnipeg;Calgary); Type of livestock (4 items: Slaughter steers, good;Slaughter cows, good;Feeder steers, good;Calves veal, good and choice).

This statistic depicts the average monthly prices for beef worldwide from January 2014 through June 2025. In June 2025, the average monthly price for beef worldwide stood at **** nominal U.S. dollars per kilogram.