ANALYSIS: US Cattle Grading Prime at Unprecedented Levels
Cattle grading Prime this year has been at high levels compared to historical data dating back to 1996 and currently are at record levels for this time of year. While genetics play a role in this improvement, another factor driving higher grading percentages is that producers are holding onto their cattle longer. With market prices at favorable levels, producers are incentivized to add more weight to their animals before marketing them...
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