Are feeder cattle beginning to divorce themselves from the live cattle market? And what does that mean for hedgers as they evaluate current basis opportunities? On this week's Cattle Chatter, Brad Kooima of Kooima Kooima Varilek breaks down the disconnect between feeder and live cattle futures, what basis is telling hedgers, and whether we're looking at a potential cash market standoff.Kooima also weighs in on whether a low may be in place for the cattle market and what Tyson's announcements over the past week could mean for the trade.There is a brighter spot for cattle producers in the Southern Plains, where winter wheat fields are growing and turning green. Those pastures are providing an opportunity for seven-weight cattle to get out and graze, offering some seasonal optimism for the industry.

Are feeder cattle beginning to divorce themselves from the live cattle market? And what does that mean for hedgers as they evaluate current basis opportunities? On this week's Cattle Chatter, Brad Kooima of Kooima Kooima Varilek breaks down the disconnect between feeder and live cattle futures, what basis is telling hedgers, and whether we're looking at a potential cash market standoff. Kooima also weighs in on whether a low may be in place for the cattle market and what Tyson's announcements over the past week could mean for the trade. There is a brighter spot for cattle producers in the Southern Plains, where winter wheat fields are growing and turning green. Those pastures are providing an opportunity for seven-weight cattle to get out and graze, offering some seasonal optimism for the industry.

11/12/26 Cattle Chatter:  Are Feeder Cattle Breaking Away From Live Cattle?

The need to move cattle in the northern market remains a key factor, with weights running heavy and offers continuing to decline. This week on Cattle Chatter, Brad Kooima of Kooima Kooima Varilek discusses the fundamentals influencing cattle movement and the leverage building in the market. As some begin to wonder whether the lows are close to being established, Kooima offers a cautionary reminder: don’t get caught making the same mistake many did in 2015.

The need to move cattle in the northern market remains a key factor, with weights running heavy and offers continuing to decline. This week on Cattle Chatter, Brad Kooima of Kooima Kooima Varilek discusses the fundamentals influencing cattle movement and the leverage building in the market. As some begin to wonder whether the lows are close to being established, Kooima offers a cautionary reminder: don’t get caught making the same mistake many did in 2015.

11/5/26 Cattle Chatter:  Heavy Weights, Falling Offers and the Search for a Market Bottom

After a week of expectations for steady to lower prices, Thursday's cattle market surprised many by passing on bids that were $8 higher. Welcome to the debut of *Cattle Chatter*. Brad Kooima of Kooima Kooima Varilek joins us to break down this week's market movement. We take a closer look at the current basis in the cattle market and discuss whether dry spring conditions are raising concerns as cows and calves prepare to head to pasture.

After a week of expectations for steady to lower prices, Thursday's cattle market surprised many by passing on bids that were $8 higher. Welcome to the debut of *Cattle Chatter*. Brad Kooima of Kooima Kooima Varilek joins us to break down this week's market movement. We take a closer look at the current basis in the cattle market and discuss whether dry spring conditions are raising concerns as cows and calves prepare to head to pasture.

Cash Led Market Headed to the Holiday- Cattle Chatter- 4/17/25

Join us every week as Farm and Ranch Media's Susan Littlefield takes a deep dive into the cattle markets with Brad Kooima with Kooima Kooima Varilek Trading. Find more at https://www.kkvtrading.com.

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