The 28.5 million beef cows as of July 1 marked the lowest headcount since tracking began in 1971 and represented a 1% year-over-year decline.
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Thankfully, consumers have simply flocked to chicken in lieu of steak, keeping the company afloat and helping it beat Wall Street’s estimates.