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U.S. beef and dairy cattle
Coverage of U.S. beef and dairy cattle in the Nexus archive.
- Why the U.S. cattle herd is at a 75-year low — and what it means for beef prices
The U.S. cattle herd has reached its lowest level since 1951 due to drought, rising operating costs, and increased consolidation, which could impact beef prices. The decline affects both beef and dairy cattle populations.