Prices of 2026 national-producer-sold live-equivalent hogs are forecast to average $67 per cwt, almost 3% lower than 2025.
Pork is clearing the deck at higher prices in the face of fairly flat production.
April lean hog futures (HEJ26) present a buying opportunity on more price strength. See on the daily bar chart for April lean ...
Lean hog futures were in rally mode on Friday, as contracts were up $1.40 to $2.50 on the day. October was up $3.52 this week. USDA’s national base hog prices from the Friday afternoon report were ...
Federal nutrition guidance shifts creating a more favorable policy environment for poultry in school meals, SNAP and federal ...
The company aims to increase its packaged meat products, a segment that generates a higher operating margin since this segment sells premium products. Since 2024, the lean hog spot price has increased ...