CME live cattle futures eased off highs to $1.83/lb amid caution over global recession fears impacting protein demand. Export sales pacing remains critical for summer outlook. Live cattle futures saw Tuesday gains of 52 to 95 cents. Cash trade has yet to get kicked off this week, with early action compiling showlists. Last week settled in at $232-235 in the North, with Southern action at $235-237. Feeder cattle futures led the bullish charge, as corn losses added some support, with contracts up $4.82 to $5.75. The CME Feeder Cattle Index was back down $2.28 at $365.33 on September 29. The USDA World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimate (WASDE) report offers a monthly comprehensive forecast that often shifts the corn market in an unexpected direction. CME live cattle futures pushed to $1.85/lb after positive wholesale cutout movement, with traders eyeing resistance near $1.87/lb. Momentum indicators suggest potential breakout if July cash trade remains firm.