Cattle futures edged marginally higher on Tuesday, able to hold on to the previous day’s strong gains, after early pressure and amid light trade.
Except for 2¢ lower in spot Jun, Live Cattle futures closed an average of 20¢ higher.
Feeder Cattle futures closed an average of 10¢ higher.
Wholesale beef values continued to unwind Tuesday.
Choice boxed beef cutout value was $1.47 lower in the afternoon at $229.35/cwt. Select was $1.66 lower at $205.86. Demand was light to moderate on moderate offerings.
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