The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) has mailed the July cattle survey to about 18,000 cattle operations nationwide to provide an up-to-date measure of U.S. cattle inventories.
It is the first July cattle survey mailed to producers since the reinstatement of key reports was announced earlier this year.
“This information helps producers make timely, informed business decisions and plan for herd expansion or reduction. It also helps packers and government leaders evaluate expected slaughter volume for future months and determine potential supplies for export. Obtaining the current count of cattle will serve as an important decision-making tool for the entire agriculture industry,” said Travis Averill, NASS livestock branch chief.
