Market Activity & Analysis

A jet stream is bringing very cold, dry air from Canada to most of the northern half of the plains, closing many schools in the region but so far is causing little impact on packing operations. While the temperature outside is frigid, the hide market remains stable with suppliers digging in their heels and resisting most lower bids for which this week seem plentiful. The market appears for the moment to be in stalemate with a small amount of…