CattleUSA Daily

CattleUSA Daily delivers fast, factual insight into cattle markets, sale barn results, and beef industry trends across the U.S. Hosted by producers and professionals who live the business, each episode breaks down feeder and fat cattle prices, futures movement, packer demand, weather impacts, and export shifts shaping today’s beef economy. From ranch-level realities to national market drivers, CattleUSA Daily is the trusted source for livestock news, market analysis, and ag insight that helps producers make confident, informed decisions every day.

CattleUSA Daily is a news podcast hosted by Lauren Moylan | Cattle USA, with 405 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Lauren Moylan | Cattle USA hosts CattleUSA Daily, a news show with 405 episodes published.

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  Episode #407

  407: The Cattle Market’s Steady Decline: What Happens Next? with Samantha Cozza-Wright

  Sep 3, 202619 min

  The cattle market has been on a steady decline, with both cash prices and futures continuing to soften as producers head into fall. In this episode of Cattle USA Daily, Lauren Moylan and Samantha Cozza-Wright break down what is driving the downturn, from rising grain prices and returning Mexican feeder cattle to increasing beef imports, weaker exports and shrinking slaughter capacity. Samantha explains why producers need to look beyond the latest headlines and pay attention to how these factors are coming together over the long term. They also discuss government intervention, herd rebuilding, beef-on-dairy cattle, retained yearlings and what could happen when a large fall calf run meets a market that is already under pressure. Connect with Samantha: Email - samantha@cattleusainsurance.com Phone - 785-940-5533 Links: CattleUSA Insurance - https://info.cattleusainsurance.com/l/1102253/2025-06-04/288f5m ⁠CattleUSA Website - https://www.cattleusa.com/ CattleUSA App IOS: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/cattleusa/id1673147759 CattleUSA App Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.edgarmcbee.cusamobile&pcampaignid=web_share Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/cattleusamedia Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/cattleusa.media/ Subscribe to our newsletter - https://www.cattleusa.shop/products/cattleusa-drive-premium-daily-newsletter?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&brid=YWdncwFNXt0EmdzFy5cJJBp84J9g CattleUSA Media - https://www.cattleusamedia.com/ Lauren’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/_laurenmoylan/ Lauren’s Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@Showboatmediaco The Next Generation Podcast Website - https://www.thenextgenag.com/ Key Takeaways: The cattle market has moved into a consistent downtrend after months of stronger prices Higher grain prices could add another layer of pressure to cattle markets Returning Mexican feeder cattle are entering the market alongside growing beef-on-dairy supplies Slaughter capacity is shrinking at the same time cattle supplies are beginning to build Retained heifers and bred cattle could create additional supply pressure as herd rebuilding continues Beef imports are rising while U.S. beef exports have weakened Government intervention can create uncertainty for producers making long-term herd decisions Producer confidence is critical to encouraging continued heifer retention and herd rebuilding Deferred cattle protection and LRP can help producers manage risk in an uncertain market Unborn LRP coverage gives producers an option to protect calves before they are born The next few months could reveal how returning cattle supplies and reduced slaughter capacity interact Chapters: 01:17 The Cattle Market’s Steady Decline 02:30 Cash Prices & Feeder Cattle Futures 03:30 Rising Grain Prices Add Pressure 04:30 More Cattle, Less Slaughter Capacity 05:35 What Does the Reopened Border Mean? 08:00 Government Intervention & Producer Confidence 09:00 Packer Competition & the 37-20 Rule 12:22 The Impact of 300,000 Metric Tons of Beef Imports 14:00 Beef Imports vs. Domestic Production 15:00 Why Expensive Feed Isn’t Bullish for Cattle 17:31 The Fall Calf Run & Retained Yearlings 18:20 LRP & Price Protection cattle market, cattle market update, cattle market outlook, cattle prices, cattle price decline, cattle market decline, cattle market downtrend, feeder cattle, feeder cattle prices, cash cattle, beef industry, beef market, beef prices, beef imports, beef exports, beef trade, Mexican cattle, Mexican feeder cattle, cattle imports, border reopening, beef-on-dairy, beef on dairy calves, feedlot cattle, cattle on feed, slaughter capacity, slaughter space, packing capacity, beef packing, packer competition, packer leverage, Tyson plant closures, cattle processing, beef supply chain, government intervention, cattle policy, producer confidence, cattle market fundamentals, grain prices, LRP, Livestock Risk Protection, unborn LRP, cattle risk management, cattle insurance

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  Episode #406

  406: Fetal Programming: The Nutrition Decisions That Shape Your Calf’s Future with Justin Ramirez

  Sep 2, 202636 min

  Nutrition plays a much bigger role in cattle production than simply keeping cows in good condition. In this episode of Cattle USA Daily, Lauren sits down with Justin Ramirez to discuss fetal development, fetal programming, and how nutrition during pregnancy can influence a calf’s future. From the first trimester through calving, the cow’s nutritional status can affect muscle development, organ development, fat deposition, immunity and the calf’s ability to reach its genetic potential. Justin also breaks down how genetics and nutrition work together, why different stages of pregnancy require different nutritional strategies, and how producers can use tools like hay analysis, body condition scoring and close observation to make better decisions. The conversation highlights the importance of consistency, paying attention to the small details and building a trusted team around your operation. Connect with Justin: Email: howdy@primestocknutrition.com Website: primestocknutrition.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justin-a-ramirez-msc-78aa1972/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JustinARamirezNutritionist Links: CattleUSA Insurance - https://info.cattleusainsurance.com/l/1102253/2025-06-04/288f5m ⁠CattleUSA Website - https://www.cattleusa.com/ CattleUSA App IOS: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/cattleusa/id1673147759 CattleUSA App Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.edgarmcbee.cusamobile&pcampaignid=web_share Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/cattleusamedia Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/cattleusa.media/ Subscribe to our newsletter - https://www.cattleusa.shop/products/cattleusa-drive-premium-daily-newsletter?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&brid=YWdncwFNXt0EmdzFy5cJJBp84J9g CattleUSA Media - https://www.cattleusamedia.com/ Lauren’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/_laurenmoylan/ Lauren’s Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@Showboatmediaco The Next Generation Podcast Website - https://www.thenextgenag.com/ Key Takeaways: Feed and nutrition can account for 65–70% of expenses in a beef cattle operation Fetal development begins long before a calf ever hits the ground Nutrition during pregnancy can influence how much of a calf’s genetic potential is expressed The first and last trimesters play particularly important roles in fetal development The last trimester is critical for calf growth, development and colostrum quality Maternal stress and poor nutrition can have consequences for calf health Genetics and nutrition have to work together to maximize cattle performance Breed differences should be considered when developing nutrition programs Hay testing can help producers understand whether forage is meeting cattle requirements Good nutrition and management ultimately come back to stewardship and taking care of the cattle Chapters: 01:35 Why Nutrition Matters to the Bottom Line 04:10 Understanding Fetal Development 07:05 How Nutrition Influences Genetic Potential 10:00 Nutrition Through the Three Trimesters 13:20 The Importance of the Last Trimester 16:00 Maternal Stress & Calf Health 19:00 Genetics + Nutrition 22:00 Hay Testing & Understanding Forage Quality 25:15 Feeding the Rumen Microbes 28:00 Using Manure as a Nutritional Indicator 30:00 Body Condition & Nutritional Management 33:00 The Importance of Consistency 36:00 Small Details Create a Domino Effect 39:00 Knowing When to Ask for Help 42:00 Final Thoughts on Stewardship cattle nutrition, beef cattle nutrition, cattle feed, cattle feeding, fetal development, fetal programming, fetal nutrition, calf development, calf health, calf performance, genetic potential, cattle genetics, genetics and nutrition, cow nutrition, pregnant cow nutrition, cow-calf nutrition, maternal nutrition, maternal stress, first trimester, second trimester, third trimester, last trimester, colostrum quality, calf immunity, muscle development

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  Episode #405

  405: Tropical Storm Dolly? Plus a Major Weather Pattern Shift with Gary Lezack

  Sep 1, 202617 min

  Gary Lezak is back on the Cattle USA Daily Podcast to break down what’s happening across the weather world and what producers should be watching heading into fall and winter. Lauren and Gary discuss rainfall across the Plains, first freeze dates, the developing Super El Niño, hurricane season, and the major shift expected as a new LRC weather pattern sets up in early October. Plus, they discuss the unusual timing of Tropical Storm Dolly potentially forming just days after Dolly Parton’s passing. Links: Weather 20/20 Dashboard Discount⁠ - https://www.weather2020.com/partner/cattle-usa Substack - https://weather2020.substack.com/ The Global Predictor App ⁠- ⁠ https://www.weather2020.com/global-predictor-mobile-app Youtube⁠ - https://www.youtube.com/@Weather2020 Follow Gary on X ⁠- https://x.com/glezak CattleUSA Insurance - https://info.cattleusainsurance.com/l/1102253/2025-06-04/288f5m ⁠CattleUSA Website - https://www.cattleusa.com/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/cattleusamedia Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/cattleusa.media/ Subscribe to our newsletter - https://www.cattleusa.shop/products/cattleusa-drive-premium-daily-newsletter?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&brid=YWdncwFNXt0EmdzFy5cJJBp84J9g CattleUSA Media - https://www.cattleusamedia.com/ Lauren’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/_laurenmoylan/ Lauren’s Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@Showboatmediaco The Next Generation Podcast Website - https://www.thenextgenag.com/ Key Takeaways: A major new LRC weather pattern is expected in early October Rainfall outlooks vary significantly across cattle country Much of the Plains has experienced below-average rainfall and above-average temperatures First hard freezes are expected later for much of the Plains Super El Niño is developing and could influence winter and spring weather Hurricane season remains an important factor to watch Tropical Storm Dolly could develop in the Atlantic Long-range forecasting can help producers prepare ahead of changing conditions Weather patterns can influence harvest, grazing and production decisions Understanding weather cycles can improve long-term planning Chapters: 02:10 – Rainfall & Harvest Outlook04:30 – What the Current Weather Pattern Is Doing06:00 – A Major Weather Pattern Shift08:34 – First Freeze Dates09:00 – Super El Niño Is Developing11:12 – Hurricane Season & Tropical Storm Dolly14:12 – The New LRC & Long-Range Forecasting Gary Lezak, Lauren Moylan, Cattle USA Daily, Cattle USA Daily Podcast, weather, weather forecast, weather outlook, weather update, cattle country weather, agricultural weather, farm weather, ranch weather, cattle producers, ranchers, Plains weather, Kansas weather, Oklahoma weather, Texas weather, Colorado weather, Nebraska weather, Iowa weather, rainfall forecast, rain forecast, drought, drought conditions, harvest weather, harvest outlook, first freeze, freeze dates, frost, Super El Niño, El Niño, La Niña, hurricane season, Tropical Storm Dolly, Atlantic hurricane season, tropical weather, weather patterns, LRC, Lezak Recurring Cycle, long-range weather forecast, long-range forecasting, weather cycles, weather intelligence, weather prediction, cattle production, agriculture, ranching, grazing, pasture conditions, forage, crop conditions, corn crop, harvest conditions, cattle management, farm management, ranch management, agricultural planning, weather risk, cattle market, agriculture podcast, livestock podcast

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  Episode #404

  404: Is the Cattle Industry’s “House of Cards” Starting to Crumble? with Travis Mulliniks

  Aug 31, 202625 min

  The cattle industry has had no shortage of headlines, and on today’s episode of the Cattle USA Daily Podcast , Lauren Moylan welcomes back Travis Mulliniks to break down what producers are facing right now. From Tyson plant closures, drought and wildfires to the return of Mexican cattle, changing beef policies, high cattle prices and questions surrounding herd rebuilding, Travis shares his perspective on the many moving pieces shaping the industry. The conversation also looks at processing capacity, cattle supply, long-term ranch planning, investing in the operation, and why producers should focus on what they can control rather than trying to predict the market. Links: Oregon State Travis Mulliniks: https://anrs.oregonstate.edu/directory/people/travis-mulliniks CattleUSA Insurance - https://info.cattleusainsurance.com/l/1102253/2025-06-04/288f5m ⁠CattleUSA Website - https://www.cattleusa.com/ CattleUSA App IOS: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/cattleusa/id1673147759 CattleUSA App Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.edgarmcbee.cusamobile&pcampaignid=web_share Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/cattleusamedia Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/cattleusa.media/ Subscribe to our newsletter - https://www.cattleusa.shop/products/cattleusa-drive-premium-daily-newsletter?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&brid=YWdncwFNXt0EmdzFy5cJJBp84J9g CattleUSA Media - https://www.cattleusamedia.com/ Lauren’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/_laurenmoylan/ Lauren’s Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@Showboatmediaco The Next Generation Podcast Website - https://www.thenextgenag.com/ Key Takeaways: Tyson plant closures and changing slaughter capacity Mexican cattle returning to the U.S. Drought and wildfires limiting herd rebuilding High cattle prices and pressure for lower beef prices The challenges facing the next generation of ranchers Why herd rebuilding depends on both economics and environment Making long-term decisions during high cattle prices Investing in cattle, genetics, facilities and the ranch Taking emotion and bias out of business decisions Focusing on what your operation does best Preparing today's ranch for the next 10, 20 and 30 years Building resilience through continued industry change Chapters: 01:22 – Everything Happening in the Cattle Industry02:32 – Tyson Closures & Industry Changes03:08 – The Next Generation & Mental Health04:42 – U.S. Beef Quality & Demand06:31 – Social Media & the Cattle Industry07:56 – What Tyson Closures Could Mean11:25 – Are We Rebuilding the Cattle Herd?14:30 – Making Long-Term Ranch Decisions16:49 – Taking Emotion Out of Business Decisions18:09 – Where Successful Ranchers Are Investing21:21 – What Producers Should Focus On23:01 – Positioning the Ranch for the Future Travis Mulliniks, Lauren Moylan, Cattle USA Daily, Cattle USA Daily Podcast, Episode 404, cattle industry, beef industry, cattle market, cattle market update, cattle market outlook, cattle prices, cattle price volatility, cattle supply, cattle inventory, U.S. cattle herd, herd rebuilding, heifer retention, cow herd, cattle cycle, cattle economics, cattle producers, cattle ranchers, cow-calf producers, ranch management, ranch profitability, cattle business, beef market, beef prices, beef demand, beef production, beef supply, beef packing, beef processing, slaughter capacity, packing plant closures, Tyson, Tyson Foods, Tyson plant closures, Mexican cattle, Mexican cattle imports, cattle imports, beef imports, cattle trade, drought, drought conditions, wildfires, grazing management, forage availability, cattle feed costs, cattle genetics, genetic selection, ranch investment, cattle investment, cattle marketing, risk management, producer resilience, long-term ranch planning, next generation ranchers, future of ranching, cattle production, livestock production, cattle industry challenges, cattle industry trends, cattle industry news, cattle market analysis

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  Episode #402

  402: Mexico Border Reopens: The Cattle Industry’s Latest Market Shift with Samantha Cozza-Wright

  Aug 27, 202632 min

  On today’s episode of the Cattle USA Daily Podcast , Lauren Moylan welcomes Samantha Cozza-Wright back for a look at another busy week in the cattle market. They discuss the reopening of the southern border to Mexican cattle, proposed increases in beef imports from Argentina, recent cattle price volatility, changing slaughter capacity, beef demand, and what these developments could mean for producers. With uncertainty surrounding cattle supplies, imports, exports, and future herd rebuilding, Lauren and Samantha break down the bigger market picture and the factors producers should be watching moving forward. Connect with Samantha: Email - samantha@cattleusainsurance.com Phone - 785-940-5533 Links: CattleUSA Insurance - https://info.cattleusainsurance.com/l/1102253/2025-06-04/288f5m ⁠CattleUSA Website - https://www.cattleusa.com/ CattleUSA App IOS: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/cattleusa/id1673147759 CattleUSA App Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.edgarmcbee.cusamobile&pcampaignid=web_share Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/cattleusamedia Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/cattleusa.media/ Subscribe to our newsletter - https://www.cattleusa.shop/products/cattleusa-drive-premium-daily-newsletter?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&brid=YWdncwFNXt0EmdzFy5cJJBp84J9g CattleUSA Media - https://www.cattleusamedia.com/ Lauren’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/_laurenmoylan/ Lauren’s Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@Showboatmediaco The Next Generation Podcast Website - https://www.thenextgenag.com/ Key Takeaways: Cattle prices have experienced significant volatility in recent months The southern border reopening adds another variable to the cattle supply picture Mexican feeder cattle could influence future cattle supplies Argentine beef imports add another layer of uncertainty for the domestic market Headlines can create significant short-term market reactions U.S. cattle inventories remain historically tight Slaughter capacity has continued to decline in recent months Beef imports and exports both play an important role in balancing supply and demand Domestic beef consumption remains an important factor in future demand Higher input costs continue to pressure producer profitability Market uncertainty can make long-term herd decisions more difficult Diversification can provide producers with additional protection during volatile markets Producers need to balance optimism with realistic risk management Herd rebuilding requires confidence in the market several years into the future Resiliency and preparation remain critical for the next generation of producers Chapters: 01:42 – This Week’s Cattle Market Update03:00 – Cattle Prices & Market Volatility06:00 – Mexican Cattle Imports11:05 – The Southern Border Reopens13:00 – Argentine Beef Imports17:00 – Beef Imports & the Consumer20:00 – Cattle Supplies & Herd Rebuilding24:03 – Producer Confidence & Government Policy26:19 – Diversification & Risk Management28:46 – Planning for the Next Generation30:10 – PRF & Protecting Your Operation Samantha Cozza-Wright, Lauren Moylan, Cattle USA Daily, cattle market, cattle market update, cattle market news, cattle prices, cattle price volatility, feeder cattle, feeder cattle prices, live cattle, live cattle prices, cattle futures, cattle futures market, cattle supply, cattle supplies, cattle inventory, U.S. cattle herd, cattle herd rebuilding, herd rebuilding, cattle cycle, cattle demand, beef demand, beef consumption, beef imports, beef exports, Argentine beef imports, Argentina beef, Mexican cattle imports, Mexico cattle imports, southern border reopening, U.S.-Mexico cattle trade, New World screwworm, cattle trade, international beef trade, beef market, beef industry, beef supply, beef supply chain, cattle supply chain, slaughter capacity, cattle slaughter, beef processing, beef packing, packing plants, cattle marketing, cattle marketing decisions

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