The US hide market failed to gain much traction this week with activity below normal as well as with continued down pressure on prices. Depending on source and product, some sales concluded at steady levels while others traded down around a dollar. The cow market, which had been relatively unscathed by comparison to steer hides, is seeing more pressure as they become difficult to move and edge down in price. While a good number of hides…
02.05.2025
Fats exports rise in 2024; DCO, ethanol production reach 2-month high
The US animal fats and oils markets were stable to higher on Wednesday February 5 as ongoing strength in the Chicago markets continued to ripple into nearby regions, lifting...
02.05.2025
Mixed inventory levels, overall unease impact meat and bonemeal trade
Unease and mixed tones were reported from market sources on Wednesday February 5 for US animal proteins, specifically meat and bonemeal (MBM).
A variety of factors — lessened...
02.05.2025
US weekly ethanol production hits 2-month high; stocks rebound
US weekly average ethanol production rose to a two-month high of 1.112 million barrels per day in the week to January 31, according to the US Energy Information Administration...