By Scout Nelson
According to the USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service, Kansas feedlots with capacities of 1,000 or more head contained 2.32 million cattle on feed as of June 1. This inventory represents a 6% decrease from the same time last year, indicating a notable reduction in the number of cattle being fed in the state.
In May, the total number of cattle placed into feedlots was 485,000 head. This figure is down 2% compared to placements in May 2023, reflecting a slight decrease in the influx of new cattle into the feeding system.
Fed cattle marketings for the month of May totaled 455,000 head, which remained unchanged from the previous year. This steadiness in marketings suggests that the rate at which cattle are being sold for slaughter has remained consistent despite the overall decrease in cattle numbers.
Other disappearance during May totaled 10,000 head, which also remained unchanged from last year. "Other disappearance" typically includes cattle that die, are sold for non-feed purposes, or are otherwise removed from feedlots for reasons other than being marketed for meat.
The decrease in cattle on feed may be influenced by various factors, including changes in market demand, feed prices, and overall economic conditions affecting the livestock industry. This decline could impact beef supply and pricing in the market, influencing both producers and consumers.
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