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Lean hog futures saw contracts close Monday steady to 15 cents weaker. USDA’s national base hog price was reported at $91.87 on Monday afternoon, up $1.49 from the day prior. The CME Lean Hog Index was...
Live cattle futures saw strength into the Monday close, as contracts were 30 to 90 cents higher. Cash trade was late last week, with Southern action at $244 and Northern sales from $239-243. Feeder cattle...
Geopolitics alert: The 2026 US-Israel-Iran conflict has disrupted the Strait of Hormuz, spiking oil & freight costs. Higher energy = pricier fertilizer/transport → potential floor under wheat prices....
Higher fuel prices are expected to be a direct impact on consumers discretionary spending habits.
Fats and Oils - 2026-03-02
Live and feeder cattle futures hit five- and four-week lows on Friday. Lean hogs stay steady, though.
Lean hog futures are posting 25 to 50 cent losses across most contracts at midday. USDA’s national base hog price was not reported on Monday morning due to low volume. The CME Lean Hog Index was 32 cents...
Live cattle futures are firm to 70 cents in the red at midday. Cash trade was late last week, with Southern action at $244 and Northern sales from $239-243. Feeder cattle futures are steady to 20 cents...
Grain and livestock markets have seen ranges expand to start the week, presenting tradable opportunities for participants on both sides of the market. Here’s what’s on our radar.
