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Why the U.S. cattle herd is at a 75-year low — and what it means for beef prices
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Why the U.S. cattle herd is at a 75-year low — and what it means for beef prices

Joe Hernandez | May 29, 2026, 9:00 AM UTC
The overall number of U.S. beef and dairy cattle has shrunk to its lowest level since 1951. Drought, rising operating costs and increased consolidation are among the causes.