Thinning herd, heavier cattle reshape Missouri’s beef supply chain
Beef prices are climbing, but so are cattle weights—and that’s no coincidence. With herd numbers at a 73-year low, ranchers are leaning into genetics and economics to breed heavier cows that can fill the gap. The result? More marbled meat and higher yields, but also rising maintenance costs and oversized cuts that strain both packaging lines and pastures. As the industry approaches a tipping point, some producers are shifting focus from sheer size to smarter efficiency. Noah Grabianski with Missouri Business Alert has the full story.
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