Direct cash cattle markets are quiet. Asking prices are $143 to $145 on the live basis in the south, with bids of $140 to $141 live and no reports of any interest yet in the north. Widespread business this week could wait until Wednesday. Market ready numbers are tighter, but buyers were able to move some supplies ahead last week, which might limit packer demand.
Boxed beef at midday is lower with heavy movement.
