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Frequently asked questions
What contract sizes does this use?+−
Planning defaults are CME-style Live Cattle 40,000 lb and Feeder Cattle 50,000 lb. Confirm current contract specs with your broker.
Is this a trading terminal?+−
No. It estimates notional value and $/cwt move impact for ranch planning — not order entry, margin, or official CME quotes.
How much is a $1/cwt move worth?+−
About $400 per live cattle contract and $500 per feeder cattle contract at standard sizes (price × hundredweights in the contract).