It is quiet start for the US hide market this week with a few early offers unchanged from last week’s prices. Several US producers raised prices $1 to $2 last week, finding resistance and few tanners who proved willing to pay up money. There are a few reports $0.50 to $1 higher, but most business was conducted at steady levels. China tanners in general continue to claim leather business is not showing any signs of improvement and buying is…
11.22.2024
Biodiesel margins rise, but window of opportunity limited
Biodiesel margins continued to rise during the week to Friday November 22. The bean oil/heating oil (BOHO) spread boosted margins by falling to its lowest level since August 27.
11.22.2024
Gulf prices average higher despite weeklong declines in SBO
For the week ended Friday November 22, packer bleachable fancy tallow (BFT) remained unchanged from the previous week’s average, while Gulf Coast-delivered tallow rose 2.7%, primarily...
11.22.2024
Bloodmeal largest price mover week on week; November cattle on feed higher
US animal protein prices were mixed to mostly higher for the week to Friday November 22, with only meat and bonemeal showing a slight price reduction due to tighter...