The recent meat recall at XL Foods is just another issue to provide adversity to the Canadian cattle industry. Â With one of two Western Canadian packers being forced to deal with a meat recall the lift lines have pushed an already wide basis wider. Â
Additionally, the topic of a struggling pork industry has left many wondering if the red meat industry is about to face the same public struggles. Â
Early in the feeder run, heavier weight feeders have struggled while demand is strong for lighter weight calves. Â This mainly has to do with feed costs and trying to manage marketing times. Â
All this and more in the Beef Market Update. Â Â
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