Last week the US hide market was steady/firm with some producers continuing to push for higher prices and finding spotted pockets of willing buyers, but many customers refused to pay more. With limited volumes, a few selections traded $2 to $3 higher including HTS for $66 and BS for $64. However, both of these selections had a wide range of prices with packer Branded Steers selling from $60 to $64 and Heavy Texas Steers from $63 up to $66 FOB…
11.21.2024
Domestic US biodiesel blending helps lift October RFS RIN production
US domestic biodiesel blending of 147.5 million gallons in October produced a monthly high of 221.2 million renewable identification number (RIN) credits for January-October. This was 11.5% above September...
11.21.2024
CWG trades lower as broader animal fats markets hold steady
The US animal fats and oils markets held steady on Thursday November 21, with limited trading as attention shifted toward broader macroeconomic factors and...
11.21.2024
October commercial cattle, hog production above 2023
US animal protein prices were steady on Thursday November 21. Limited trade was reported from market sources due to the proximity of the extended Thanksgiving holiday weekend in the...