Strong cattle prices are prompting local farmers to explore expanding their operations into livestock production. Agricultural industry representatives say they’re witnessing growing interest from producers considering entering or returning to cattle farming.
“We’re talking to a lot of people that have talked expansion or getting back into the livestock industry,” said Jesse Ahrens with United Producers. The organization has noticed increased participation at livestock auctions from farmers who don’t currently raise cattle.
Ahrens noted that some producers are seriously considering making the transition due to the favorable market conditions currently benefiting cattle operations.
