U.S. Cattle Inventory

Estimates of the 2024 U.S. Cattle Inventory indicate a Smaller Cattle Herd

Fri January 23 2026

Estimates of the 2024 U.S. Cattle Inventory indicate a Smaller Cattle Herd

2024 Cattle Inventory Report Estimates

Percent of Year Ago…

  • Beef Cows & Heifers: 97.50%
  • Beef Replacement Heifers: 99.75%

Report will be released by USDA on Wednesday, January 31st.

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