Feeder Cattle Futures & Options
Feeder cattle prices the animals entering feedlots — cow-calf producers' revenue and feedlots' biggest input cost, tightly linked to corn through the cattle crush.
Trading the Feeder Cattle Contract
Live cattle, feeder cattle, and lean hogs.
Livestock producers face squeezed margins from both sides — feed costs rise while finished-animal prices fluctuate. Forward contracts lock in profitable margins without futures-market complexity.
Whether you trade Feeder Cattle to hedge commercial exposure or to speculate, you do not have to do it alone. CCS clients get broker-assisted execution, contract and delivery-date guidance, and direct access to 40+ years of market judgment.
Call 317-848-8050Contract Specifications
| Exchange | CME®-G |
|---|---|
| Contract Size | 50,000 lbs. |
| Contract Months | F, H, J, K, Q, U, V, X (January, March, April, May, August, September, October, November) |
| Trading Hours | 9:30-14:00 |
| Minimum Fluctuation | 2.5¢/cwt. = $12.50 |
| Daily Limit | 3¢/lb. = $1500 |
Contract specifications change. Always confirm current specs with the exchange or call us before trading.
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Feeder Cattle Futures FAQ
What is the Feeder Cattle futures contract?
Feeder cattle prices the animals entering feedlots — cow-calf producers' revenue and feedlots' biggest input cost, tightly linked to corn through the cattle crush. The contract trades on CME®-G with a contract size of 50,000 lbs..
How can I hedge Feeder Cattle price risk?
Livestock producers face squeezed margins from both sides — feed costs rise while finished-animal prices fluctuate. Forward contracts lock in profitable margins without futures-market complexity. Call 317-848-8050 to discuss a custom strategy with Lannie Cohen, Senior Hedge Advisor.
How do I start trading Feeder Cattle futures?
Call CCS at 317-848-8050. We offer broker-assisted, traditional, and self-directed account types — you will get a real person who explains the contract, the margin, and the risks before you place your first trade.
Trade or Hedge Feeder Cattle with a Real Broker
Call Lannie Cohen at 317-848-8050 — 40+ years of commodity experience, one phone call away.