Cattle Prices Surge Amid Border Uncertainty and Market Volatility

As the New Year kicks off, market watchers are gearing up for a year of uncertainty and potential volatility in the commodities market. While winter temperatures seem to be fluctuating, with some regions experiencing snowfall and blizzard conditions while others are warming up, the focus remains on the implications for agriculture and livestock. Predictions of a deep freeze later in January and early February put the spotlight on potential moisture that could benefit key cropping areas across the US. Recent weather patterns have affected various markets, including natural gas, prompting questions about the impact on prices of key inputs like…