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Black vultures are moving farther north in Missouri, with sightings reported in several mid-state counties, raising concern among cattle producers about attacks on calves. Producers may face calf replacement costs and lost revenue, adding to challenges that already include drought, disease and low cattle numbers.
Calf losses could further tighten cattle supplies, supporting cattle values, while producers may incur added protection and replacement costs. The reported threat is localized and its market effect is likely limited.
kbia.orgJulianna MejiaNov 8, 2026After 148 past bullish disease events, Live Cattle moved a median +0.4% over 5 sessions (62% higher; middle half -0.5% to +1.2%), and +1.4% over 20.
After 122 past bullish disease events, Feeder Cattle moved a median +0.4% over 5 sessions (60% higher; middle half -1.0% to +1.6%), and +2.0% over 20.
Moves of each commodity's benchmark from the last close before the event. Historical reads pool past events of the same kind; they describe what happened, not what will. Not investment advice.
