Discounted Hide Trading to China Over Weekend

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Discounted Hide Trading to China Over Weekend

Trading was minimal to start the week, but sellers did hear rumors of steers trading in decent volumes to China at discounted prices. Buyers reported limited leather demand which slowed business last week, but sellers and USDA exports note sales continue to occur at good volumes. 

Packer offer lists will go out tonight.

Cattle Slaughter Forecast

Cattle slaughter is forecast by The Jacobsen at 635,000 head this week, up 1.93 percent from last week but down 2.50 percent from last year. Cattle slaughte...

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Additional 45z guidance expected on January 10

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