How did cattle markets perform in June?

Live cattle posted mixed action with contracts 50 cents lower to 42 cents higher. June futures were held up with a 42 cent gain, as futures are still $4-8 discount to cash. USDA reported cash sales of $186 in the South, up to $190 in the North last week, $2-3 higher.

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How did the CME feeder cattle index perform on May 17?

The CME Feeder Cattle index was up $3.83 on May 17 to $246.87 and converging nicely with May FC futures. USDA’s Wholesale Boxed Beef prices were mixed in the Monday PM report. Choice boxes were down 75 cents at $312.70, with Select $1.95 higher to $299.35. That narrowed the Chc/Sel spread to $13.35.