LM_CT154 St Joseph, MO Mon Dec 24, 2018 USDA Market News NATIONAL WEEKLY DIRECT SLAUGHTER CATTLE - NEGOTIATED PURCHASES For Week Ending Sunday, 12/23/2018 *** This report is late due to technical difficulties. It will be released as soon as possible.*** FOB prices based on net weights FOB the feedyard after a 3-4% shrink. Delivered prices based on hot carcass weights delivered to the plant. Source: USDA Livestock, Poultry & Grain Market News Division, St. Joseph, MO 816-676-7000 email: stjoe.lpgmn@ams.usda.gov www.ams.usda.gov/market-news/livestock-poultry-grain 1000C .