<![CDATA[CattlePulse]]>3c45e65c-a33a-5ae7-ac8d-d05de4e62107Mon, 13 Apr 2026 10:00:14 +0000Captivate.fmElijah Grileshttps://artwork.captivate.fm/23f27b82-e843-4a79-b5a4-fe0afcd4cecc/Tcb-BO_b_Y7JlYc5PAimo0RF.pngCattlePulseElijah GrilesElijah GrilesWe cover stories about Virginia’s cattle industry and the economics and market trends that affect them. CattlePulse provides regular market updates about Virginia feeder cattle sales, includes timely, relevant production advancements, and offers interviews with farmers and industry professionals.https://www.vafb.com/membership-at-work/agriculturefalseepisodichttps://feeds.captivate.fm/virginia-farm-bureau/nopodcastFertilizer Prices and Product of the USAFertilizer Prices and Product of the USAIn this month’s episode of CattlePulse, host Elijah Griles talks with American Farm Bureau economist Bernt Nelson about whether fertlizer prices will come down as quickly as they went up and the benefits and risks of Product of the USA labeling.

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]]>In this month’s episode of CattlePulse, host Elijah Griles talks with American Farm Bureau economist Bernt Nelson about whether fertlizer prices will come down as quickly as they went up and the benefits and risks of Product of the USA labeling.

For Market Intel's from American Farm Bureau, click here.

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]]>6f744302-68ff-4e86-bd74-9ee0a985c884Mon, 13 Apr 2026 06:00:00 -040015:09falsefull3443Consumer Demand CountsConsumer Demand CountsIn this month’s episode of CattlePulse, host Elijah Griles unpacks the factors behind the recent futures contract dip, looks at how consumer demand is holding up to record high retail prices, and highlights another month of record high feeder calf prices.

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]]>In this month’s episode of CattlePulse, host Elijah Griles unpacks the factors behind the recent futures contract dip, looks at how consumer demand is holding up to record high retail prices, and highlights another month of record high feeder calf prices.

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]]>68b35edc-e1ba-44b1-a47e-971520f9e29aFri, 06 Mar 2026 16:00:00 -040010:20falsefull3333Virginia Heifers Heat Up Despite Statewide FreezeVirginia Heifers Heat Up Despite Statewide FreezeIn this month’s episode of CattlePulse, host Elijah Griles unpacks USDA's cattle inventory report, focusing on a significant increase in beef replacement heifers in Virginia. He also details another record month for Virginia feeder steers, despite winter storms cancelling sales.

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]]>In this month’s episode of CattlePulse, host Elijah Griles unpacks USDA's cattle inventory report, focusing on a significant increase in beef replacement heifers in Virginia. He also details another record month for Virginia feeder steers, despite winter storms cancelling sales.

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]]>bee43fbf-a0b8-421f-bbb2-22e8a055809aFri, 06 Feb 2026 07:00:00 -040009:59falsefull3223New Year's ReflectionsNew Year's ReflectionsIn this month’s episode of CattlePulse, host Elijah Griles looks back at 2025’s price trends and breaks down what they could mean for Virginia herds in 2026. He also dives into the worsening drought conditions and highlights the month of January's low prices.

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]]>In this month’s episode of CattlePulse, host Elijah Griles looks back at 2025’s price trends and breaks down what they could mean for Virginia herds in 2026. He also dives into the worsening drought conditions and highlights the month of January's low prices.

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]]>60c8844c-194b-44e9-9cbf-e9a084fb658fMon, 12 Jan 2026 12:00:00 -040009:29falsefull3113'Tis the Season for Seasonal Trends?'Tis the Season for Seasonal Trends?In this month’s episode of CattlePulse, host Elijah Griles unpacks the implications of the late arriving Cattle on Feed report and the effects of Tyson's packing plant closure announcement. He also explores how Virginia cash markets follow seasonal trends.

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]]>In this month’s episode of CattlePulse, host Elijah Griles unpacks the implications of the late arriving Cattle on Feed report and the effects of Tyson's packing plant closure announcement. He also explores how Virginia cash markets follow seasonal trends.

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]]>5bafeb47-9d13-4d3f-beed-d04588a00c2eMon, 08 Dec 2025 08:00:00 -040011:05falsefull136361Beef Imports & Market MayhemBeef Imports & Market MayhemIn this month’s episode of CattlePulse, host Elijah Griles sits down with Jake Tabor from Virginia Farm Bureau Federation's Governmental Relations team to unpack the impacts of President Trump's plan to quadruple Argentine beef imports. He also highlights why Virginia's cash markets aren't reacting the way you might expect.

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]]>In this month’s episode of CattlePulse, host Elijah Griles sits down with Jake Tabor from Virginia Farm Bureau Federation's Governmental Relations team to unpack the impacts of President Trump's plan to quadruple Argentine beef imports. He also highlights why Virginia's cash markets aren't reacting the way you might expect.

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]]>d3f7f76a-1d2b-468a-8f51-dedbae4861feMon, 10 Nov 2025 06:00:00 -040013:01falsefull135351Demand vs. DollarsDemand vs. DollarsIn this month’s episode of CattlePulse, host Elijah Griles explores how New World Screwworm Fly related import controls are changing midwestern cattle feeding dynamics. Elijah also does a deep dive into the difference between beef demand and the quantity of beef demanded.

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]]>In this month’s episode of CattlePulse, host Elijah Griles explores how New World Screwworm Fly related import controls are changing midwestern cattle feeding dynamics. Elijah also does a deep dive into the difference between beef demand and the quantity of beef demanded.

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]]>c6fff60d-37dd-4a87-af19-c45c6760b088Mon, 13 Oct 2025 17:00:00 -040011:02falsefull134341Where Are The Calves Coming From?Where Are The Calves Coming From?In this month’s episode of CattlePulse, host Elijah Griles discusses the August Cattle on Feed report and the status of national herd expansion. With retail beef prices hitting all-time highs, Elijah also explores the strength of consumer demand.

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]]>In this month’s episode of CattlePulse, host Elijah Griles discusses the August Cattle on Feed report and the status of national herd expansion. With retail beef prices hitting all-time highs, Elijah also explores the strength of consumer demand.

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]]>b2ab5ba5-a251-4ddb-aa51-4af78d98f4bbMon, 08 Sep 2025 16:00:00 -040009:19falsefull133331Cattle Counts & Market Moves: Insights from Dr. Josh MaplesCattle Counts & Market Moves: Insights from Dr. Josh MaplesIn this month’s episode of CattlePulse, host Elijah Griles sits down with Dr. Josh Maples from Mississippi State University to unpack the July Cattle Inventory report and explore what it means for producers. With feeder cattle futures hitting all-time highs, Elijah and Dr. Maples discuss actionable strategies cow-calf producers can consider to manage price risk.

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]]>In this month’s episode of CattlePulse, host Elijah Griles sits down with Dr. Josh Maples from Mississippi State University to unpack the July Cattle Inventory report and explore what it means for producers. With feeder cattle futures hitting all-time highs, Elijah and Dr. Maples discuss actionable strategies cow-calf producers can consider to manage price risk.

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]]>eb216bba-5203-4cc7-9e1b-9cf8acc44685Mon, 04 Aug 2025 05:00:00 -040015:42falsefull132321Virginia Verified Beef Goes LiveVirginia Verified Beef Goes LiveIn this month’s episode, host Elijah Griles unpacks the factors fueling the feeder cattle futures rally. He also shares positive developments in the battle against the New World Screwworm fly. Plus, Franklin County cattle producer and meat processor Chase Scott shares his motivation to use the new Virginia Verified Beef label.

To learn more: Virginia Verified Beef

Recommended read: Cattle Market Notes Weekly

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]]>In this month’s episode, host Elijah Griles unpacks the factors fueling the feeder cattle futures rally. He also shares positive developments in the battle against the New World Screwworm fly. Plus, Franklin County cattle producer and meat processor Chase Scott shares his motivation to use the new Virginia Verified Beef label.

To learn more: Virginia Verified Beef

Recommended read: Cattle Market Notes Weekly

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]]>1428a2d8-d46d-4640-9432-613e889aa553Mon, 14 Jul 2025 05:30:00 -040013:48falsefull131311Smart Herds & High ReturnsSmart Herds & High ReturnsIn this month’s episode, host Elijah Griles breaks down the record-setting feeder cattle prices driven by tight national inventories and strong seasonal demand. He also discusses the impact of the New World screwworm fly on U.S. cattle imports and what it could mean for Virginia producers. Plus, Halifax County cow-calf producer Adam Davis shares how he’s using genetic data to improve herd performance.

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]]>In this month’s episode, host Elijah Griles breaks down the record-setting feeder cattle prices driven by tight national inventories and strong seasonal demand. He also discusses the impact of the New World screwworm fly on U.S. cattle imports and what it could mean for Virginia producers. Plus, Halifax County cow-calf producer Adam Davis shares how he’s using genetic data to improve herd performance.

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]]>51aeb067-a78c-4e51-a485-beb8ddd887e7Mon, 09 Jun 2025 06:00:00 -040013:30falsefull130301More Than Milk?More Than Milk?On this episode, Elijah Griles explores the impacts of beef-on-dairy crossbreeding and unpacks whether the heifers on feed number indicates herd expansion. He also talks trade and celebrates another month of record high prices.

Check out American Farm Bureau's Market Intel reports here: https://www.fb.org/market-intel

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]]>On this episode, Elijah Griles explores the impacts of beef-on-dairy crossbreeding and unpacks whether the heifers on feed number indicates herd expansion. He also talks trade and celebrates another month of record high prices.

Check out American Farm Bureau's Market Intel reports here: https://www.fb.org/market-intel

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]]>af758f2b-bd16-4ac5-94a4-391c6fd98170Mon, 12 May 2025 05:00:00 -040014:49falsefull129291The T-WordThe T-WordOn this episode, Elijah Griles explains the current tariff situation and details its impacts on Virginia cattle producers. He also discusses the implications of March's Cattle on Feed report and details the latest record-breaking feeder cattle auction prices.

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]]>On this episode, Elijah Griles explains the current tariff situation and details its impacts on Virginia cattle producers. He also discusses the implications of March's Cattle on Feed report and details the latest record-breaking feeder cattle auction prices.

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]]>0578399e-e6c3-4469-a9fb-877cb6e1c33eMon, 14 Apr 2025 12:00:00 -040011:56falsefull128281Now Is The Time For SafetyNow Is The Time For SafetyOn this episode, Elijah unpacks the latest trends in consumer beef demand and how the industry is changing to meet it. He explores the impacts of February's Cattle on Feed report. And he talks with Virginia Farm Bureau Safety Coordinator, Matt Nuckols, about how to improve your farm safety this spring.

For more safety resources please visit:

Virginia Farm Bureau: https://www.vafb.com/safety

American Farm Bureau: https://www.fb.org/initiative/farm-state-of-mind

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]]>On this episode, Elijah unpacks the latest trends in consumer beef demand and how the industry is changing to meet it. He explores the impacts of February's Cattle on Feed report. And he talks with Virginia Farm Bureau Safety Coordinator, Matt Nuckols, about how to improve your farm safety this spring.

For more safety resources please visit:

Virginia Farm Bureau: https://www.vafb.com/safety

American Farm Bureau: https://www.fb.org/initiative/farm-state-of-mind

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]]>cf2c420a-0b59-4719-855a-af5af3dafebbSun, 09 Mar 2025 18:00:00 -040015:40falsefull127271Inflation Erodes Record PricesInflation Erodes Record PricesOn this episode, Elijah discusses the continued contraction of the cattle inventory with American Farm Bureau Economist, Bernt Nelson. He also unpacks the impacts of inflation on January's record high feeder steer prices. Want to read more about the cattle inventory report? Check out Bernt's Market Intel here: Cattle Inventory Continues Contraction.

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]]>On this episode, Elijah discusses the continued contraction of the cattle inventory with American Farm Bureau Economist, Bernt Nelson. He also unpacks the impacts of inflation on January's record high feeder steer prices. Want to read more about the cattle inventory report? Check out Bernt's Market Intel here: Cattle Inventory Continues Contraction.

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]]>cda8ba05-e826-4c0c-9f0e-c72e34b61b08Mon, 10 Feb 2025 16:00:00 -040014:41falsefull126261Prices Rise As The Ball DropsPrices Rise As The Ball DropsOn this episode, Elijah explores the price rally that has feeder cattle surging to ring in the new year. He also reviews the trends of 2024 and unpacks what they could mean for 2025.

Update: Starting February 10th, CattlePulse episodes will be released on the second Monday of the month.

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]]>On this episode, Elijah explores the price rally that has feeder cattle surging to ring in the new year. He also reviews the trends of 2024 and unpacks what they could mean for 2025.

Update: Starting February 10th, CattlePulse episodes will be released on the second Monday of the month.

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]]>a7ff1de8-62d1-42b6-93c1-2503fde45a54Mon, 06 Jan 2025 05:00:00 -040010:22falsefull125251USDA Pauses Mexican Feeder Cattle ImportsUSDA Pauses Mexican Feeder Cattle ImportsOn this episode, Elijah unpacks the implications of the detection of the parasitic New World Screwworm fly in a Mexican cow. He also visits with Shenandoah County cattle feeder Nathaniel Dirting.

For those in need of assistance or wanting to donate in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene please visit:

Virginia Cattlemen's Association Relief Fund

Virginia Farm Relief Fund

Virginia Cooperative Extension Hurricane Helene Resource Page

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]]>On this episode, Elijah unpacks the implications of the detection of the parasitic New World Screwworm fly in a Mexican cow. He also visits with Shenandoah County cattle feeder Nathaniel Dirting.

For those in need of assistance or wanting to donate in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene please visit:

Virginia Cattlemen's Association Relief Fund

Virginia Farm Relief Fund

Virginia Cooperative Extension Hurricane Helene Resource Page

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]]>e19a6974-2ee9-40d3-bd56-baac880fe85cSat, 30 Nov 2024 07:00:00 -040014:58falsefull124241Remembering Dr. Ike EllerRemembering Dr. Ike EllerOn this episode, Elijah talks with Dr. Scott Greiner about the legacy of renowned Virginia Tech and Extension Animal Scientist, Dr. Ike Eller. Elijah also breaks down the heifers on feed number and McDonald's new chicken Big Mac. For those in need of assistance or wanting to donate in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene please visit:

Virginia Cattlemen's Association Relief Fund

Virginia Farm Relief Fund

Virginia Cooperative Extension Hurricane Helene Resource Page

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]]>On this episode, Elijah talks with Dr. Scott Greiner about the legacy of renowned Virginia Tech and Extension Animal Scientist, Dr. Ike Eller. Elijah also breaks down the heifers on feed number and McDonald's new chicken Big Mac. For those in need of assistance or wanting to donate in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene please visit:

Virginia Cattlemen's Association Relief Fund

Virginia Farm Relief Fund

Virginia Cooperative Extension Hurricane Helene Resource Page

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]]>4a51f786-3f70-4018-a166-f7756d06fc54Mon, 04 Nov 2024 07:00:00 -040015:31falsefull123231Out Of The Furnace And Into The FireOut Of The Furnace And Into The FireOn this episode, Elijah talks with Shenandoah County cattleman, Chuck French. He also unpacks the hidden effects of feeder heifer imports from Mexico on U.S. herd expansion. Do you have questions, comments or suggestions for Elijah? Contact him at 804-290-1713 or elijah.griles@vafb.com.

]]>On this episode, Elijah talks with Shenandoah County cattleman, Chuck French. He also unpacks the hidden effects of feeder heifer imports from Mexico on U.S. herd expansion. Do you have questions, comments or suggestions for Elijah? Contact him at 804-290-1713 or elijah.griles@vafb.com.

]]>4f61c4b9-d900-491e-b38c-b71c8896aacbFri, 04 Oct 2024 17:00:00 -040014:12falsefull122221What Goes Up, Must Come Down?What Goes Up, Must Come Down?On this episode, Elijah talks with Chris Frazier from Farm Credit of the Virginias about the future of interest rates. He also explores the impacts of record high retail beef prices and high numbers of cattle on feed on the feeder cattle futures market. Do you have questions, comments or suggestions for Elijah? Contact him at 804-290-1713 or elijah.griles@vafb.com.

]]>On this episode, Elijah talks with Chris Frazier from Farm Credit of the Virginias about the future of interest rates. He also explores the impacts of record high retail beef prices and high numbers of cattle on feed on the feeder cattle futures market. Do you have questions, comments or suggestions for Elijah? Contact him at 804-290-1713 or elijah.griles@vafb.com.

]]>da7d59cc-8562-4c34-816f-7c9ca7305fb5Tue, 03 Sep 2024 11:00:00 -040013:48falsefull121211