RENO, Nev. (RFD News) — Western Video Market’s largest summer video auction brought record prices as tight cattle supplies and continued consumer demand for beef kept the market on solid footing.
Company leaders say long-standing relationships with consignors and buyers have helped drive the sale’s success over the past 35 years.
They expect high prices to remain as limited cattle supplies continue.
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