Runner Market Activity

A load of North American runners was reported at $1.07 this week as the price continues to bounce around a wide range. Pork prices have declined recently as hog slaughter remains high in the US. 2015 kills are well above 2014 as well as the five-year average. Kills this week are up 13% relative to the same week last year.

EU values continue to trade in a fairly steady range. Four loads traded at 0,90 with one at 1,02. On a US$ basis, the EU and US…