Slaughter Cattle

USDA Feeder Cattle Grades

What do they mean? Why are they important? They are important to the feedlot operator who may be purchasing your cattle!

Dollars

  • Buyers preferences - Buyers of feeder cattle want cattle they can finish in a specified length of time with a minimum amount of feed input. This will provide the most desirable product for the consumer.
  • Grades provide a classification of livestock within the industry, thereby improving clarity of communication.
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Goal: To provide healthy, safe, wholesome, high-quality beef and beef products that meet the needs of the consumer through a collaborative effort encompassing all aspects of production from conception to consumption.

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