2026年初,由于历史上的牛群减少、干旱和供应短缺,美国牲畜价格飙升,牛肉价格居高不下。 U.S. cattle prices soared in early 2026 due to a historic herd decline, drought, and supply shortages, keeping beef prices high.

2026年初,由于历史上的牛群减少,美国牲畜价格暴涨,全国牛群为8 620万,这是1951年以来最低的,是长期干旱和育种量减少所驱动的。 U.S. cattle prices surged in early 2026 due to a historic herd decline, with the national herd at 86.2 million—its lowest since 1951—driven by prolonged drought and reduced breeding stock. 尽管在3月略有下降,但价格仍然居高不下,活牛平均每100只重量240美元,牛肉需求强劲。 Despite a brief drop in March, prices remained high, with live cattle averaging $240 per hundredweight and beef demand strong. 供应限制,屠宰率下降,以及可能发生的JBS罢工,使牛肉价格保持在高位,而包装商的利率也得到改善. Supply constraints, lower slaughter rates, and a potential JBS strike kept beef prices elevated, while packer margins improved. 与此同时,受干旱影响的地区干草价格上升,奶制品生产者调整饲料使用。 Meanwhile, hay prices rose in drought-affected regions, and dairy producers adjusted feed use. 在地缘政治紧张、粮食成本高以及对农村土地和基础设施的持续压力下,市场波动持续存在。 Market volatility persists amid geopolitical tensions, high food costs, and ongoing pressure on rural land and infrastructure.