EPISODE · Oct 10, 2025 · 16 MIN
174: Cattle Market Highs and the Impact of the Government Shutdown with Dan Gerhold
from CattleUSA Daily · host Lauren Moylan | Cattle USA
Feeder cattle prices are climbing, hog markets are struggling, and the grain trade is holding steady — it’s a busy week in commodities. In this episode of the CattleUSA Daily Podcast, Lauren Moylan and Dan Gerhold unpack the latest market movements, including the effects of the government shutdown, beef demand trends, and shifting supply dynamics. From bullish signals in cattle to the pressures in pork and grains, this episode gives producers a clear view of where the markets stand — and what to watch next.LinksWatch on Youtube - https://youtu.be/r9OIk_OxV-cCattleUSA Insurance - https://info.cattleusainsurance.com/l/1102253/2025-06-04/288f5mCattleUSA Website - https://www.cattleusa.com/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/cattleusamediaInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/cattleusa.media/Subscribe to our newsletter - https://www.cattleusadrive.com/CattleUSA Media - https://www.cattleusamedia.com/Lauren’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/_laurenmoylan/Lauren’s Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@ShowboatmediacoThe Next Generation Podcast Website - https://www.thenextgenag.com/TakeawaysFeeder cattle prices are reaching new highs, creating excitement in the market.The fat cattle trade has been relatively stable but shows potential for growth.Negative basis in cattle markets may indicate future deliveries against the board.Open interest rising in a bull market is a positive sign for traders.The government shutdown is affecting some market reports but not significantly impacting commodities.Grain markets are experiencing sideways trading during harvest season.The hog market is currently under pressure with high slaughter rates.Consumer demand for beef has increased despite higher prices.The dynamics of beef supply and demand are complex and evolving.Future market predictions hinge on consumer behavior and seasonal trends.Chapters00:00 Introduction to the Commodities Market01:07 Current Trends in Cattle Markets05:38 Impact of Government Shutdown on Market Data08:36 Grain and Hog Market Overview11:33 Consumer Demand for Beef and Market Predictionscommodities, cattle markets, beef demand, grain market, hog market, government shutdown, market trends, livestock, agriculture, trading
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Feeder cattle prices are climbing, hog markets are struggling, and the grain trade is holding steady — it’s a busy week in commodities. In this episode of the CattleUSA Daily Podcast, Lauren Moylan and Dan Gerhold unpack the latest market movements, including the effects of the government shutdown, beef demand trends, and shifting supply dynamics. From bullish signals in cattle to the pressures in pork and grains, this episode gives producers a clear view of where the markets stand — and what to watch next.LinksWatch on Youtube - https://youtu.be/r9OIk_OxV-cCattleUSA Insurance - https://info.cattleusainsurance.com/l/1102253/2025-06-04/288f5mCattleUSA Website - https://www.cattleusa.com/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/cattleusamediaInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/cattleusa.media/Subscribe to our newsletter - https://www.cattleusadrive.com/CattleUSA Media - https://www.cattleusamedia.com/Lauren’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/_laurenmoylan/Lauren’s Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@ShowboatmediacoThe Next Generation Podcast Website - https://www.thenextgenag.com/TakeawaysFeeder cattle prices are reaching new highs, creating excitement in the market.The fat cattle trade has been relatively stable but shows potential for growth.Negative basis in cattle markets may indicate future deliveries against the board.Open interest rising in a bull market is a positive sign for traders.The government shutdown is affecting some market reports but not significantly impacting commodities.Grain markets are experiencing sideways trading during harvest season.The hog market is currently under pressure with high slaughter rates.Consumer demand for beef has increased despite higher prices.The dynamics of beef supply and demand are complex and evolving.Future market predictions hinge on consumer behavior and seasonal trends.Chapters00:00 Introduction to the Commodities Market01:07 Current Trends in Cattle Markets05:38 Impact of Government Shutdown on Market Data08:36 Grain and Hog Market Overview11:33 Consumer Demand for Beef and Market Predictionscommodities, cattle markets, beef demand, grain market, hog market, government shutdown, market trends, livestock, agriculture, trading
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