The US hide market has seen quite a price drop this week. However, there have been a few loads sold at a more typical price range. Big packer steer quotes included HNS from $34.50, BBS from $23 to $31, BS at $22, and CBS at $20 and HTS at $24 FOB plant.
Week-Ending Slaughter
The week’s estimated cattle slaughter was 647,000. The previous week’s kill was 628,287 and the corresponding…
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...