Feeder Cattle Price — Chart — Historical Data

What drives this market

Feeder Cattle futures represent standardized contracts for the delivery of young cattle (typically steers weighing 700–849 pounds) that are ready to enter feedlots for finishing before slaughter. The market is closely linked to the broader beef supply chain, with price drivers including feed grain costs (particularly corn), pasture conditions, weather, live cattle prices, consumer beef demand, and the overall size of the U.S. cattle herd. Seasonal patterns exist, as calf supplies tend to peak in spring and fall, and drought or adverse weather can quickly tighten supply and lift prices. Prices are quoted in U.S. cents per pound.

Market context

Feeder Cattle are trading at 335.35 USd/lb, up 0.14% today and 1.27% on the week. Despite the recent uptick, the contract has declined 5.83% year-to-date and 10.34% over the past year, with a monthly gain of 2.92% partially offsetting longer-term losses.