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Livestock Market Technical Update: Cattle and Hogs Face Pressure to End the Week We end the week taking a closer look at the technical side of the livestock markets, where volatility has dominated trading since midweek. Both live cattle and feeder cattle futures slipped to their lowest levels in several months, while lean hogs continued a multi-week downtrend amid broader …
U.S.–China Trade Talks and Tariff Reductions Could Boost Pork and Beef Exports As U.S.–China trade discussions continue to evolve, the agricultural industry is watching closely—especially producers of U.S. pork, beef, and soybeans. Ongoing negotiations between the two countries are influencing commodity prices and global market access, with the potential to reshape export opportunities for American farmers and processors. U.S. Meat …
With new trade agreements and frameworks emerging across Southeast Asia, the U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF) is closely monitoring fresh opportunities for U.S. beef and pork exports. USMEF President and CEO Dan Hallstrom recently shared insights on the potential impact these agreements could have across several key markets in the region. Starting with Malaysia, Hallstrom noted that the U.S. meat …
National Pork Producers Urge FDA to Rethink “Ultra-Processed Foods” Definition The National Pork Producers Council (NPPC) has voiced significant concerns regarding the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) forthcoming definition of “ultra-processed foods.” Their comments, submitted ahead of the upcoming release of the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, aim to ensure that the new classification system does not negatively impact consumers …
Pork Industry Marks 40 Years of the Pork Checkoff As October Pork Month comes to a close, the National Pork Board and state pork associations are celebrating a milestone — the 40th anniversary of the Pork Checkoff. For four decades, the program has driven marketing, research, and education efforts to promote U.S. pork and support producers nationwide. Approved by pork …
U.S. Red Meat Export Opportunities Grow Following UK Trade Mission Jay Thieler, chair-elect of the U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF), recently returned from a trade mission to the United Kingdom with Idaho Governor Brad Little, where the delegation explored the expanding potential for U.S. red meat exports—particularly beef and pork. Thieler shared his insights on the trip and the market …
USDA September Hogs and Pigs Report Shows Slight Decline in Herd Size The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has released its September 2025 Quarterly Hogs and Pigs Report, providing the latest data on herd size, farrowing’s, and producer intentions. According to USDA Livestock Analyst Michael McConnell, the U.S. hog herd as of September 1st is showing a modest year-over-year decline. …
Pork Producers Urge Congress to Fix Proposition 12 During Capitol Hill Visit Last week, the National Pork Producers Council (NPPC) brought 100 pork producers from 20 states to Washington, D.C., urging lawmakers to take action on a critical issue affecting the pork industry: California’s Proposition 12. “According to the NPPC, California’s proposition 12 is ‘driving up costs for consumers, threatening …
Wall Street Surges on Rate Cut Expectations as Nasdaq, S&P 500 Hit Record Highs Wall Street is buzzing with what one analyst called “rate cut fever.” All three major stock indexes soared to record highs last week, as markets continue to price in upcoming action from the Federal Reserve. “All three major stock indexes hit new record highs last week. …
The U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF) has released its analysis of the July 2025 U.S. pork and beef export numbers, based on the latest data from the USDA. USMEF President and CEO Dan Halstrom highlighted several key trends affecting meat exports, including strong pork demand in Latin America and ongoing beef export barriers to China. Halstrom began by addressing pork …
