Insights and Stories of Jerry Klassen

Jul. 20, 2010 at 8:50 am CDT

Western Canadian feeder cattle prices continue to ratchet higher due to spillover strength from the fed cattle. Prices for seven-weight steers were steady to $2 higher last week but volumes were rather light. Many auction markets are still in holiday mode and few cattlemen are willing to put grassers on […]

By Jerry Klassen

Jul. 12, 2010 at 11:14 pm CDT

Feeder cattle prices in Western Canada were steady to $2 higher last week; volumes were rather light with many auction markets still closed for summer holidays. There are not many cattle coming on the market in Western Canada, which makes it difficult to get a handle on the current price […]

By Jerry Klassen

Jul. 5, 2010 at 11:07 pm CDT

Feeder cattle prices in Western Canada were steady to $1 higher over the holiday week while U.S. values were steady to $3 higher. Volumes were rather light and many sales barns were closed. Canadian feeder cattle exports have dropped under 2,000 head per week, with little buying interest surfacing for […]

By Jerry Klassen

Jun. 28, 2010 at 11:03 pm CDT

Feeder cattle prices in Western Canada were $1 to $3 higher this past week for calves weighing less than 700 pounds. Prices were slightly softer for heavier feeders in Saskatchewan and Manitoba, while regular demand in Alberta kept prices firm. Available feeder cattle numbers are dwindling and this upcoming week […]

By Jerry Klassen

Jun. 22, 2010 at 1:00 am CDT

Feeder cattle prices are $2 to $4 higher for the second week in a row. Prices have bounced off the recent lows as the available supplies begin to decline. Auction markets are experiencing the seasonal slowdown while buyers are contending with excessive rain. Alberta and Saskatchewan feedlot conditions remain poor, […]

By Jerry Klassen