Feeder Cattle prices displayed in Trading Economics are based on over-the-counter (OTC) and contract for difference (CFD) financial instruments. Our Feeder Cattle market prices are intended to provide you with a reference only, rather than as a basis for making trading decisions.
How much are Feeder calves worth?
If you are not able to find a local average, use sources like the USDA Agricultural Marketing Service Feeder Cattle Report to determine the current value of feeder calves. For example, in this cattle report, beef calves weighing between 600 and 700 pounds were averaging approximately $144 per hundredweight, or $864 for a 600 pound calf.
What is the feeder cattle market?
The feeder cattle market is like any other, with a number of factors that influence it. Typical classes are feeder steers, bulls, Holsteins and heifers. Animals are then classified by their frame size and muscling. Steers ranging from 1,100 pounds to 1,250 pounds are expected to grade U.S. Choice.
