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The market remains highly uncertain. Bellies have been and continue to be a major drag for the wholesale index, accounting for about half of the decline in wholesale prices. With large inventories and expected lower California demand, the price upside risk for bellies is lower than in previous years.
Heat stress poses a significant challenge for pigs and the people taking care of them. By taking the necessary precautions both inside the barn and during transportation, we can effectively mitigate the risks associated with heat stress.
Prop 12 has end users in California depleting inventories of product that will not be compliant by July 2. This is having a negative impact on spot pricing.
In this economic update, learn about the key issues and challenges in the current pork markets and how teams at the Pork Board are supporting market development.
Pork Academy is a series of in-depth seminars that will be offered at World Pork Expo this June. The sessions are designed to meet the need for pork producers to remain competitive in today's rapidly changing environment.
Plenty of conversation in the market about producers suffering deep losses and looking to liquidate sows. IA State model shows average loss of $34/head in Q1.
Research shows pork is a high-quality, affordable protein that feeds and nourishes people around the world.
Congratulations to the five new board members appointed by USDA to the National Pork Board. All five appointees will serve three-year terms through June 2026.
With little improvement in the spot pork market, hog futures continue to slump. But risks are increasing that the market has overshot its mark and prices may snap back.
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