CattleFax Closing Bell: Slaughter cows down on higher supplies

The fed cattle market was mostly one dollar higher in the North and the South this week. Wholesale beef prices were flat for choice product while select boxes were nearly three dollars lower. Demand for middle meats continues to be strong.

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