What caused the cattle industry to lose profitability?


A-During this time, pork became more popular and considered the "new meat".


B-Beef went down in price and farmers could not move the cattle due to fences.


C-Settlers became vegetarians and did not eat meat.


D-When the cows became too large, it became more difficult to herd them.


E-Due to disease, cattle became sick and unable to be processed for meat.