Live cattle and feeder cattle futures closed higher on April 29, 2021, with June live cattle up 60 cents to $116.05 and the Choice boxed beef cutout up $1.26 to $293.76. Cash steers traded at $119-120 and corn futures were also higher that day.
Routine price moves with strong boxed beef demand supporting cattle values, while higher corn costs weigh on feedlot margins. Feed buyers should expect continued firm cattle prices within an established range.
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