Live Cattle Futures & Options
Live cattle futures price finished, slaughter-ready animals — the point where feed costs, packer margins, and boxed-beef demand settle into one number.
Trading the Live 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 Live 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 | 40,000 lbs. |
| Contract Months | G, J, M, Q, V, Z (February, April, June, August, October, December) |
| Trading Hours | 9:30-14:00 |
| Minimum Fluctuation | 2.5¢/cwt. = $10.00 |
| Daily Limit | 3¢/lb. = $1200 |
Contract specifications change. Always confirm current specs with the exchange or call us before trading.
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Live Cattle Futures FAQ
What is the Live Cattle futures contract?
Live cattle futures price finished, slaughter-ready animals — the point where feed costs, packer margins, and boxed-beef demand settle into one number. The contract trades on CME®-G with a contract size of 40,000 lbs..
How can I hedge Live 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 Live 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 Live Cattle with a Real Broker
Call Lannie Cohen at 317-848-8050 — 40+ years of commodity experience, one phone call away.