01.21.2025
UCO, tallow prices continue to rise
Technical tallow traded higher on Tuesday January 21, up to 52 cents per lb Chicago, which closed the gap with edible tallow.
Bleachable fancy tallow (BFT) was quiet...
Market Activity & Analysis
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…