The livestock complex experienced a softer session on Tuesday, with Live Cattle, Feeder Cattle, and Lean Hog futures all posting losses at the close. April Live Cattle futures settled 0.77 lower at 237.42, while the most actively traded April Lean Hog contract declined 1.22 to finish at 95.50. Wholesale box beef reports provided a mixed signal, as Choice cuts increased 2.24 to 370.00, contrasting with a decline in Select cuts. Daily slaughter figures to start the week remained consistent with previous periods, reported at 107,000 head. Volatility across the sector continued to moderate, with the CVOL index for Live Cattle and Lean Hogs trending lower, reaching levels not seen since October. Producers and market participants remain focused on cash market developments and consumer price trends. Oliver Sloup provides a detailed look at the day's livestock price action and fundamental drivers.