It's the Ranchers' Turn - Profitability Favors Ranchers

August 23, 2023

Joe Goggins with Northern Livestock Video Auction (NLVA) says its finally the cow/calf producers turn at making a profit after years of drought and unforeseen challenges. NLVA’s Early Fall Preview marketed over 60,000 head of cattle. .

Click play to watch Joe Goggins on YouTube:

NLVA Price Averages from Kurt Kangas- American Angus Association

Source: Western Ag Network

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