Assessing the Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Feeder Cattle Prices in Northeast Texas
Document Type
Thesis
Degree Name
Master of Science (MS)
Department
Ag Science and Natural Resources
Date of Award
Summer 2022
Abstract
Beef is a prominent commodity in the United States, even though it is understood that the COVID pandemic has affected the beef industry. This study attempts to quantify its effect on feeder cattle prices in Northeast Texas. There are several different stages from farm to fork within the beef industry (cow-calf operations, feeder cattle, stockers, etc.). One that serves as a solid component for the longevity of the beef industry is preconditioned cattle sales. Preconditioned cattle seem to be a less risky and better suiting market to some feedlots which can also bring a competitive nature in the auction ring dependent upon characteristics such as breed, weight, and gender. Ultimately this study concludes that there was a difference among prices from before, during, and current COVID standings of the NETBIO auctions in Northeast, Texas.
Advisor
Jose Lopez
Subject Categories
Agriculture | Life Sciences
Recommended Citation
Smith, Kelley, "Assessing the Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Feeder Cattle Prices in Northeast Texas" (2022). Electronic Theses & Dissertations. 1031.
https://digitalcommons.tamuc.edu/etd/1031
