Volatility within the beef market has been on full display since April — particularly among fed cattle, feeder cattle and calf prices — and experts say the market conditions are here to stay for the foreseeable future. Despite the uncertainty, however, optimism within the cattle market has never been higher due to the extraordinary margins and demand. The continued supply chain adjustments and strong export demands have justified prices a little more each month. See what producers are saying about drought impacts on market conditions.