Redfield, IOWA (DTN) -- Join DTN for its new Beef Industry Exchange series hosted by Senior Livestock Editor Jennifer Carrico on June 24, 2026, at 9 a.m. This inaugural free webinar in the beef series will navigate risk and opportunity in the cattle industry.

The discussion will start with DTN Ag Meteorologist John Baranick giving the most up-to-date information on El Nino and how an active summer season could save or doom pastures in the U.S. Drought has been an ongoing concern the first half of 2026, but rain in beef cow states could make a major impact on pasture and forages.

Next, we will be joined by Aaron Berger, University of Nebraska-Lincoln Beef Systems Extension Educator, who will discuss strategies to set up cow herd rebuilding when the moisture comes to help withstand the growth. Rebuilding doesn't come without challenges, but Berger will help line out how to best position an operation for success.

We will follow up Berger's presentation with DTN Livestock Analyst ShayLe Stewart talking about where the cattle market sits amid record-high prices and record-high risk. Low inventory numbers along with weather and animal health challenges make marketing decisions very important. Stewart will inform listeners about what they can expect with the cattle markets, especially discussing what feeder cattle could bring this fall.

Listeners will be able to ask questions of each of the speakers at the end of their presentations.

To register for the free June 24 Beef Industry Exchange webinar, follow this link: https://dtn.link/….

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