CattlePulse is a monthly update from Virginia Farm Bureau on the Virginia feeder cattle markets, the national trends that affect them and stories of cattle producers across the commonwealth.

The host, Virginia Farm Bureau’s Elijah Griles, covers economics, market trends and stories about Virginia’s cattle industry from across the Commonwealth. CattlePulse is the home for regular market updates about Virginia feeder cattle sales, timely and relevant production advancements, and interviews with producers and industry professionals.  

This month’s episode details national beef demand expectations as summer grilling season arrives, regional feeder steer price comparisons, and another new Virginia monthly average price record. Do you have questions, comments or suggestions for Elijah? Contact us at 804-290-1713 or elijah.griles@vafb.com.

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'Tis the Season for Seasonal Trends? – CattlePulse

In this month’s episode of CattlePulse, host Elijah Griles unpacks the implications of the late arriving Cattle on Feed report and the effects of Tyson's packing plant closure announcement. He also explores how Virginia cash markets follow seasonal trends.We want to hear from you!Have a question or a topic you'd like us to cover in a future episode? Email Elijah at elijah.griles@vafb.com.

1. 'Tis the Season for Seasonal Trends? 11:05
2. Beef Imports & Market Mayhem 13:01
3. Demand vs. Dollars 11:02
4. Where Are The Calves Coming From? 09:19
5. Cattle Counts & Market Moves: Insights from Dr. Josh Maples 15:42