Trading was relatively steady heading into the holiday weekend. Poultry fat prices did move higher into the Eastern market as Saturday and Monday downtimes are expected to tighten nearby supply and a few buyers have added on loads for coverage. Choice white grease prices continue to move lower out of the Missouri River market with trading done lower on an FOB basis. Hog slaughter is nearing the 400,000 head per week mark, estimated at 397,000 head today. The increased…
04.18.2024
Total RFS blending falls in March, domestic biodiesel blending increases
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) reported 1.66 billion gallons of renewable fuel blended within the nation’s transportation fuel pool during March. Blending was six percent below February and...
04.18.2024
EU UCO premium to US continues to grow
The US animal fats and oils market was mostly quiet on Thursday April 18, with a handful of price changes reported. Choice white grease (CWG) into the Missouri River...
04.18.2024
Ruminant meat and bonemeal price pressure in most regions
Price pressure was reported on several regions for meat and bone meal, ruminant and porcine items. Market sources said buyer pushback and light demand, with exception to the pet...