05/12/2026
If you were at our summits, you know the team fielded some of the most top-of-mind questions from the audience.
In case you missed our summits or didn't get to ask your question, we're posting some of the most-asked ones here! 👇
So, what's the deal with the choice/select spread?
Well, with the closure of the Mexican border, cattle numbers have obviously tightened. But that means an increase in domestically produced cattle, which tend to be higher-quality carcasses that grade better. This has led to an increase in choice and prime cuts, and with the price of meat increasing, the greatest demand falls to the less expensive select cuts.