Market Trends with Tracy

BEEFBeef remains pricey and hard to find – and even with harvest back up, prices are still climbing. Are we finally nearing a cooldown, or will thin meats keep leading this market higher into July?POULTRYChicken is still the go-to protein, but are we seeing the first signs of a shift? Breast prices dip slightly, tenders rise again, and wings climb – plus, a glimmer of good news on the avian flu front.GRAINSGrain markets are idling in neutral, with only slight bumps across corn, soy, and wheat. With strong supply and good weather, what would it take to finally shake these markets loose?PORKThe pork market is sizzling – bellies are on a summer run and bacon's about to get pricey. Will anything cool it down, or are we just getting started?Savalfoods.com | Find us on Social Media: Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, LinkedIn

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Beef remains tight — production ticks up slightly, but grilling season and shifting demand are pushing grinds higher. Some middle meats are cooling, others still heating up.Poultry prices still split — tenders climb, breasts stay high, wings dip again. Production's up and bird flu cases stayed low this week.Grains drift down — corn and wheat slide, soy holds firm. Ethanol chatter could shake things up.Pork cools off — bellies dip, loins still a solid value, and butts barely budge. Summer could bring the heat back.Dairy bounce back — after two weeks down, prices climb again. Not a rally yet, but some upside remains.Savalfoods.com | Find us on Social Media: Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, LinkedIn

The beef market is catching its breath, but ground beef continues to climb as shoppers trade down from pricier cuts. Could this pause be the calm before another round of increases?Chicken takes a breather this week, but there's chatter about a possible summer sandwich surge. Plus, a surprisingly quiet week on the avian flu front during peak migration season.Grain markets are stuck in a holding pattern, but talk of drought and rising oil prices could stir things up. Planting's on track – for now.Dairy prices continue to slide, with barrels, blocks, and butter all moving lower. A major change is coming in June with the USDA removing the 500# barrel from pricing formulas – something to keep an eye on.Savalfoods.com | Find us on Social Media: Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, LinkedIn

Beef production remains limited as packers focus on profit over volume, keeping middle meats inflated heading into summer. Chucks and rounds are softening, while ground beef is climbing as consumers trade down. Buy early – prices aren't cooling off anytime soon.In poultry, boneless skinless breasts and tenders continue to climb, while wings drop again, making them the value buy. Production is steady at 1% above last year, which will likely continue. No new avian flu reports this week – though USDA updates have stalled, likely due to reduced services, not reduced risk.Grain markets are steady overall. Corn and wheat saw small declines, while soy is trending up with potential for more gains as palm oil tariffs push oil markets higher. Early planting is off to a strong start.Pork production is slowing slightly. Bellies climbed to $143 and could keep rising into late spring, so stocking up isn't a bad idea if you've got the freezer space. Butts and ribs are showing mild strength, while loins remain steady.Savalfoods.com | Find us on Social Media: Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, LinkedIn

We're back with some Spring Market Trends!Beef production remains tight at 564K head, keeping prices strong, especially for ribeyes, tenderloins, and strip loins. With Cinco de Mayo approaching, thin meats are in high demand, and waiting to buy will likely cost you more.Strong beef prices are driving up demand and prices for chicken breasts and tenders, while wings continue to drop and are now the best value. Despite peak migration season, avian flu impact was minimal this week, with 9 cases and 326K birds affected.Pork bellies are holding steady at $135, but warmer weather and reduced production could push prices higher soon. Loins remain a great value, while ribs and butts are starting their seasonal climb.Savalfoods.com | Find us on Social Media: Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, LinkedIn

Beef: Tight inventories and rising demand continue to push the market higher, with last week's production dropping to 560K head. Ribeyes are climbing, while rounds and chucks are still trending down. This is a buy-now market—waiting will likely cost you more in the coming weeks.Poultry: Boneless skinless breasts and tenders are up again, while wing prices may have hit their floor. Production remains strong, running 2% ahead of last year. Avian flu reports were minimal, and shell egg prices continue to decline just in time for Easter.Pork: Pork bellies dipped slightly to $135, possibly nearing the bottom of this market. With warmer weather, production typically slows, which could push prices higher. Loins remain a great value, butts are steady, and ribs are still looking good.Savalfoods.com | Find us on Social Media: Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, LinkedIn

Happy Spring!Beef: Warmer weather has jump-started the beef market, with strip loins and ribeyes seeing a price surge. Production is inching up, but inventories remain tight, and thin meats like flanks, sirloin flaps, and skirts will rise through Cinco de Mayo. Outside of grinds moving lower, waiting to buy could mean paying more later.Poultry: Chicken wings are dropping in price, while breasts continue to climb, and tenders remain steady. Production is up 3% from last year, but the hatch rate has dipped below the ideal 80%. Despite 11 new avian flu cases affecting 1.8 million birds – mostly egg layers – egg prices are still decreasing.Grains: Grain markets are steady, with corn up slightly and soy and wheat holding firm. Concerns are rising over U.S. export fees, which could impact shipments to China and disrupt commodity exports.Pork: Pork bellies dropped again to $137 from last week's $145, with more potential downside ahead. Loins remain a great value, while butts are holding steady after recent price increases.Savalfoods.com | Find us on Social Media: Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, LinkedIn

Weekly beef harvests rose to 578K head from 566K last week. As the weather improves and grilling season picks up, harvests could approach 600K head. Middle meats, chucks, rounds, and grinds have likely bottomed out and are expected to climb, making now a good time to buy.Shell egg prices have dropped – not because of better availability but due to reduced demand from high prices. Avian flu reports were low this week, with only 4,800 birds affected. In chicken, boneless skinless breasts and tenders are rising, wings are declining, and YTD chicken production remains 3% higher than last year.Pork bellies dropped to $145 from last week's $153, though further declines are uncertain. Butts are gaining strength, ribs remain a good value, and loins continue to be an affordable protein option – making it a great time to feature pork.Savalfoods.com | Find us on Social Media: Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, LinkedIn

Beef remains in the same pattern as previous months. Rounds, chucks, and grinds continue declining while middle meats trade sideways. There is some sign of life within thin meats, flank steak, and sirloin flaps.Poultry production and demand continue strong. Breasts and tenders are up for next week. It was the best week we've had in months on the Avian Flu front. There were 9 new reports affecting 188k birds. Eggs have hit a peak with no increase in pricing for next week.The grain market will remain unsettled while we wage a trade war.Pork bellies are down this week and all pork segments continue to be a great protein value.Savalfoods.com | Find us on Social Media: Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, LinkedIn

Beef processors continue to keep production numbers down. Strip loins are moving higher while the other middle meats move lower. We've most likely seen the bottom on ribeyes and tenderloins. This pattern should hold steady in the next few weeks, waiting for warmer weather to help boost demand. Chicken production continues running about 3% over last year. Wings are down for next week while breasts and tenders move higher. On the Avian Flu beat, 14 new reports since last week affecting 3.4 million birds. With Spring migration coming soon, the virus could be carried back up North along the East Coast which could make things worse.In grains, the proposed tariffs could increase Canola oil from Canada's prices. Shifting from Canola to soy will push soy up as well. We'll keep an eye on what happens or doesn't happen.Pork bellies turned around from last week's big drop, closing at $179. No need to buy unless you just need product. Other than bacon, pork is a good move.Savalfoods.com | Find us on Social Media: Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, LinkedIn

Beef harvest continues to decline which should slow price declines. The only area continuing to increase is strip loins. Other cuts should stay where they are until the weather breaks or demand picks up.Avian Flu reports show 3.3 million birds were removed last week, with 3.1 million of those being egg-laying chickens. Egg pricing will continue to be high. Fresh chicken pricing is moving higher this week, but availability is good.After the climb up, pork bellies have dropped to $136. Bacon is back on the buy side. All other segments are showing great value for the dead of winter.Savalfoods.com | Find us on Social Media: Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, LinkedIn

Happy Valentine's Day!

Avian Flu continues to infect poultry flocks. 32 new cases were reported this week affecting 3.8 million birds. This is not a short term issue.For fresh chicken, wings and tenders are steady and breasts are up. Chicken production continues strong and a good option in protein.Beef production will be reduced for the next couple of weeks. This will keep the market tight on inventory and slow declines. Middle meats, tenderloins, and ribeyes have hit their bottom. Buy just what you need.Pork bellies close up from last week. Buy what you need, its not a favorable market to do a big buy. Loins are still a great value.Savalfoods.com | Find us on Social Media: Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, LinkedIn

We'll start this week with a quick recap of Avian Flu, followed by the report for the current week, and how the flock can be rebuilt.In poultry, wings and tenders are steady while breasts are up just a bit. Enjoy these prices on Super Bowl Sunday.February is a soft month for beef demand and the market is due for some correction. Middle meats have finished their declines after the holidays. Strips and grinds are moving higher and chucks and rounds have peaked for now. Buy what you need and wait to see what the next move is.Pork bellies moved higher this week. Buy what you need in bacon, the price is not attractive enough to stock up. Butts are down a few pennies, ribs look good, and loins, as always, are a great value.Savalfoods.com | Find us on Social Media: Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, LinkedIn

Chicken production continues strong up over last year by 2%.  For the week we have steady markets on wings, boneless skinless breasts up just a bit and tenders staying steady for the week. The hatch rate is down to 78.9%, hatch rate being the percentage of eggs successfully hatched into baby chicks.  Industry goal is 80% which we have not reached in about a year.  I do expect we will see steady to higher prices on wings with football playoffs in full swing and March Madness on the horizon.  On the Avian Flu front, it just doesn't let up.  17 new cases reported affected 2.8 million birds, 2 million of those being egg layers.  One article I read notes we are about 30 Million birds short to meet demand.  This will not improve anytime soon.  Savalfoods.com | Find us on Social Media: Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, LinkedIn

The beef market is remarkably strong starting the year. Ribeyes and tenderloins continue to decline while chucks, rounds, and grinds continue to increase. We should see this pattern for a couple more weeks.Chicken production is up 3% over last year. Wings, breasts, and tenders are steady. This week, two million birds were removed from the food chain due to Avian Flu.Pork bellies are down just a bit and won't be moving lower any time soon. Buy if you need, but no need to go crazy. Loins are a great value in protein.Savalfoods.com | Find us on Social Media: Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, LinkedIn

The beef market is very tight after the holidays and winter weather. We have seen steady increases in rounds, chucks, and grinds. Ribeyes and tenderloins are declining just a bit. If you need middle meats, wait to buy; with all other cuts, waiting will cost you money.Chicken production has started the year off strong. Pricing on wings, breasts, and tenders is holding steady. Expect to see modest increases over the next few weeks. We had another brutal week for Avian Flu affecting 3.4 million birds, mostly egg-laying chickens.Pork bellies are up this week and will likely continue to rise right into spring. Ribs and loins continue to be great values in protein.Savalfoods.com | Find us on Social Media: Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, LinkedIn

Last week's holiday-shortened production of 434K head and this week's reduced schedule has tightened beef inventories to start the year. While ribeyes and tenderloins continue to decline in value, rounds, chucks, and grinds are climbing, with forecasts pointing to higher beef prices and lower per capita consumption in 2025.Chicken prices are steady, with 2024 production up 2% over 2023 and projections for stable production and slightly lower pricing in 2025. However, the avian flu outbreak remains severe, with over 17.7 million birds affected in the last 30 days and no signs of improvement.Pork bellies dropped to $112, making it a good time to buy, with prices expected to rise through winter. 2025 forecasts show increased production due to lower feed costs and steady pricing, while boneless loins, ribs, and butts remain solid values.Savalfoods.com | Find us on Social Media: Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, LinkedIn

Beef availability could be tight for the next couple of weeks due to the holidays. If you need middle meats, wait until you need them to buy. If you need rounds, chucks, or grinds, buy now.Chicken production is strong and demand is good. Wings are moving higher for next week, while randoms and tenders are up a few pennies. 23 new cases of Avian Flu were reported last week affecting 2.4 million birds.Pork bellies are up just a little this week and this should continue all the way to Spring. Ribs and loins are a great value and butts are edging up just a bit.Savalfoods.com | Find us on Social Media: Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, LinkedIn

The Avian Flu is a major issue worldwide. There were 22 new reports this week affecting about 2 million birds in California and the central U.S. The UN released a report citing Avian Flu in 108 countries, affecting over 500 bird species and 70 species of mammals. Worldwide, 76 people have been diagnosed.The chicken market is holding steady for the holiday week. Expect wings to go up during the height of football season.The beef market is taking the expected turn, with middle meats, strips, and ribeyes moving lower and ground, chucks, and grinds moving higher. Buy what you need. The market is shifting.The pork belly decline was pretty short. It's still a good time to buy, but we will probably see steady increases come 2025. Pork is still a great value.Dairy markets have seen steady increases, which should continue into the new year.Have a Merry Christmas!

This was the worst week of reports for the Avian Flu in years. There were 21 new reports affecting 7.5 million birds.Chicken wings moved up a few pennies, breasts are down a few, and tenders are steady. Production remains strong.Beef production is holding strong for the holidays. Buy middle meats now, waiting will cost you money. Rounds, chucks, and grinds continue to be better values right now.Grains are all a bit up this week, but still in a great position.Pork bellies are down this week, with expectations that this will move higher come January. Buy bacon now! Butts, loins, and ribs are in good supply with moderate pricing.Savalfoods.com | Find us on Social Media: Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, LinkedIn

It's the holiday season, and beef continues the same trends of the last few weeks. Middle meats continue to increase and chucks, rounds, and grinds continue to decline. If you need middle meats, buy now. Mexico announced to the USDA that New World Screw Worm has been found in cattle, so exports to the US will temporarily cease while that is being dealt with.The chicken market is steady and production is strong. It was another grim week for Avian Flu, with 1.2 million birds affected, including 50,000 ducks.Grains continue to be in great shape.Pork bellies are finally down where we like them. Buy now, because this market should move back higher by the end of the year. Butts, ribs, and loins continue to be great values. Why not feature pork this winter?Savalfoods.com | Find us on Social Media: Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, LinkedIn

One week until Thanksgiving!

This week in beef markets is a repeat of last week, this market is shaping up to be a classic holiday market.  The middle meats, strips, ribeyes and tenderloins all moving up again next week.  Don't expect any relief on middle meat pricing until the end of the year.  This continues the advice to buy now, waiting will cost you money.  Also same as last week, moving lower chucks and rounds, briskets coming off a bit, and grinds continue lower.  With turkey taking center stage the next two weeks we may not see as middle meats moving up as fast, but they won't be coming down.  Productions holding up pretty well, 619K head harvested last week, up from 615 the week prior, still with very large animals, running 38 lbs. heavier than last year.  Episode Sources: Swine Reports | Agricultural Marketing Service (usda.gov)Barchart.com | Commodity, Stock, and Currency Quotes, Charts, News & AnalysisCheese Reporter - Cheese PricesPublication | Broiler Hatchery | ID: gm80hv35d | USDA Economics, Statistics and Market Information System (cornell.edu)Report-Estimated Weekly Meat Production Under Federal Inspection (SJ_LS712) | MMN (usda.gov)Report-National Steer & Heifer Estimated Grading Percent (NW_LS196) | MMN (usda.gov)Market News - Dairy - Home (usda.gov)2022–2024 Detections of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (usda.gov)Savalfoods.com | Find us on Social Media: Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, LinkedIn

The beef market continues to increase in middle meat pricing. Rounds, chucks, and grinds are finally moving lower. Better pricing is to come.Chicken production continues strong and pricing has finally settled. This market may have more to give in the next few weeks. Six new cases of Avian Flu were reported, totaling 780k birds.Pricing on grains is up, but nothing alarming.Pork bellies closed down from last week and the rest of the pork complex is looking great.The CME is down overall this week.Savalfoods.com | Find us on Social Media: Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, LinkedIn

Happy Halloween!

The beef complex is moving higher, almost every cut is moving higher next week, lead by middle meats, strong moves higher in ribeyes and tenderloins, strips moving higher as well.  This is the time of year to buy early, waiting will cost you money.  Beef production last week was 608K head up from the 586K the week prior.  Chucks and rounds moving higher, grinds too.  I think this will be a typical holiday season when comes to pricing, we will see increases right into mid December.  Savalfoods.com | Find us on Social Media: Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, LinkedIn

The CME has mellowed out for much more normal weekly numbers.Beef harvest is way down, pushing pricing higher overall. Most cuts are up for the week, so buy what you need now. Waiting will cost you money.Avian Flu is back, affecting 2.7 million egg-laying chickens, and will stick around with the colder weather. Chicken production continues strong, and pricing for the next week is down overall. Look for a few more weeks of declines.Pork bellies are up this week. Buy what you need now, there will be buying opportunities to come. The rest of the pork complex looks great. Availability is good and pricing is stable.Savalfoods.com | Find us on Social Media: Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, LinkedIn

The decline in dairy prices continues this week, through Thursday, barrel is down 15, block is down 11 and butter is down 5, since the recent peak in late mid-September barrel has dropped 72 cents, block is down 34 and butter has dropped 38. That is a pretty major reset in just three weeks.  We may have another week or so before this market hits bottom but good value has returned to the dairy markets.  Savalfoods.com | Find us on Social Media: Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, LinkedIn

The dairy market broke last week and finally moved lower. Buy what you need as values will be improving.Beef production was slightly up last week. Middle meats are moving higher for the holiday season. Rounds and grinds are declining.In poultry, chicken pricing is moving lower on all cuts. It's a great time to feature chicken.The grain markets are a bit spooked by unrest in the Middle East. Everything is moving higher, but we will continue to monitor.Pork is well supplied and pricing is steady to lower. As always, pork is a great protein value.Savalfoods.com | Find us on Social Media: Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, LinkedIn

The dairy market broke this week and all segments are down. This market is still upside down, but will hopefully correct in the next few weeks.Beef demand is better than expected. Packers need to keep pricing as high as they can. Buy what you need, though other than middle meats, pricing is looking better.Chicken production continues to climb. Pricing is moving lower on wings, random breasts, and tenders. No new Avian Flu reports this week.Pork bellies closed up this week, but we should be at the end of the push higher. Pork production is strong, and pricing is good on loins, butts, and ribs. Menu pork!Savalfoods.com | Find us on Social Media: Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, LinkedIn

Through Thursday barrel pricing up 18 cents totaling 41 cents over the last month, and 34 cents over the block.  That's just crazy. Block traditionally trades about 10 over the barrel so this market is just upside down.  Speaking of the block, we are actually down 2 for the week for some welcome relief from this recent run.  Hopefully with will all top out soon.  Savalfoods.com | Find us on Social Media: Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, LinkedIn

Labor Day Weekend shortened beef production last week. The market is moving lower overall with a few exceptions. Buy what you need, better prices are ahead.Chicken production continues strong as chicken is the protein of choice for consumers. Wings are coming down just a bit, breasts have some strength, and tenders are in tight supply and expensive. We are at three weeks with no new Avian Flu reports.Grains are looking good.Pork bellies closed down a dollar from last week. Production is ramping up, so we should see good pricing continue.The dairy market is up again and the current run isn't done. Savalfoods.com | Find us on Social Media: Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, LinkedIn

The beef market saw some welcome demand going into Labor Day Weekend. Now we should see some moves lower over the next couple of weeks. Buy what you need now, but it will be cheaper if you can wait. Strip loins are the buy in middle meats.Chicken production continues strong and egg set numbers are up. Wings are moving lower again, while breasts and tenders are holding steady. Fall should shape up to be a good season for fresh chicken. No new cases of Avian Flu were reported.Export demand in grains is seeing a 38% increase which is driving the price up slightly. We're keeping an eye on a new trade war between Canada and China.Pork bellies closed slightly down from last week but should continue to move lower. Loins are moving slightly higher and butts are holding steady. As always, it's a good time to menu pork.Savalfoods.com | Find us on Social Media: Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, LinkedIn

The beef market is showing some strength, with ribeyes and tenderloins on the rise again for next week. Grinds have been leading the market, with chucks and rounds following suit. I'd be in a buy-just-what-you-need mode for next week as I do think things will adjust lower as we move into September.Chicken production is up 3% over last year. Wings and tenders are holding steady and breasts are moving higher. No new cases of Avian Flu were reported this week.Grain harvest has begun and everything is still looking great. Experts are wondering just how big this year's corn crop will be.Pork bellies are down a dollar this week and I think there is more downside to come. Loins, butts, and hams are all great values this week. Production is heading higher coming out of summer, so continue to menu pork.Dairy was a wild ride this week but settled with a small swing up.Savalfoods.com | Find us on Social Media: Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, LinkedIn

Restrained beef production is keeping the beef market slow-moving. Grinds, chucks, and rounds continue to demand premium prices. Ribeyes and tenderloins have hit bottom and are moving higher. Strip loins are the buy in middle meats.Chicken production continues ahead of last year. Wing pricing is steady for next week, a big change after weeks of declining costs. Breasts and tenders are moving higher. Only one new case of Avian Flu was reported, affecting 880 birds.Pork bellies closed lower after last week's surprise increase. This should continue as production will increase coming out of the summer. Ribs are moving lower and may be in "bargain territory" soon. Butts and loins are the buy in pork.Savalfoods.com | Find us on Social Media: Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, LinkedIn

The CME has been on a tear with barrel pricing reaching levels we haven't seen in over two years. This market will continue to move higher. Get in front of your demands.Beef production numbers are down and demand is too. Pricing is softening on middle meats while grinds, chucks, and rounds hold the market up the best they can. We will be dealing with this higher-expense market for a while.Some good news, there were no new Avian Flu cases for this week. In poultry, wings are down again while breasts are moving higher. Production is up, so inventory is good.In pork, bellies are up this week after crashing last week. Butts and loins are a great value. Ribs are holding steady. The next move in pork should be lower.Savalfoods.com | Find us on Social Media: Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, LinkedIn

There is not much pushing the beef market to move higher at the moment. Grinds, chucks, and rounds are holding steady, while strip loins continue to lose value. Ribeyes and tenderloins have found some support. Buy what you need knowing this market is not heading higher for now.Chicken wings are down again this week and breasts are moving higher. It's a good time to feature chicken. Only one new report of Avian Flu this week out of Florida.Grains continue to be a positive for the food industry. Pork bellies are down this week, after a very short-lived rally. Expect production to ramp up in September, but for now, things are pretty reasonable. Menu pork!Savalfoods.com | Find us on Social Media: Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, LinkedIn

Beef production continues to be restrained with the summer heat and low demand. Packers need to keep pricing up as much as they can. Strip loins are moving lower. Ribeyes and tenderloins have gone as low as they probably can for now.Chicken production continues strong and wing prices are lower for next week, finally!Corn closed below $4 for the first time in 6 months. This summer's crops are looking great.The pork belly rally continues, closing this week at $153. Buy what you need to get you to September. There is plenty of pork available.Savalfoods.com | Find us on Social Media: Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, LinkedIn

The beef market continues to correct on middle meats, especially the strip loin. Ribeyes and tenderloins are coming down as well. Grinds continue to be the focus with chucks and rounds holding on pricing.Poultry production is up 2% over last year, finally meeting the strong demand. If this continues, we may see the market ease up a bit. Four new cases of Avian Flu were reported affecting 301k birds.Pork bellies are up again this week, with a few more weeks of increases expected. Butts, loins, and ribs are holding steady and continue to be a good buy.We'll keep an eye on excessive heat and how that could reduce the milk output.Savalfoods.com | Find us on Social Media: Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, LinkedIn

This summer, it's all about ground beef. Strips, ribeyes, and tenderloins are seeing price declines, so delaying the buy on these cuts could save money. Rounds, chucks, and thin meats are headed to the grinder to support ground beef demand, so expect these prices to stay supported and availability to be reduced.The poultry market is steady in wings, randoms, and tenders, making these a good protein value. Six new cases of Avian Flu were reported affecting 3.1 million birds. Five more humans have contracted the virus, with more being tested and isolated.Pork bellies have finally moved up, after the long-promised rise. It's a good time to keep bacon in the freezer. Loins, butts, and ribs are all steady to moving lower. Pork remains a great protein buy.Grains are all looking good and the CME is moving lower.Savalfoods.com | Find us on Social Media: Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, LinkedIn

Happy Independence Day!Beef production continues to be restrained keeping supplies tight and buyers chasing product. Some middle meats are coming down, which might continue. Chucks, rounds, and ground beef are all moving higher.Chicken pricing and demand are strong, especially in wings. Keep as many wings on hand as you can.Bellies continue to be a good buy in pork. Loins and ribs are settling in at good numbers as well.Savalfoods.com | Find us on Social Media: Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, LinkedIn

Beef supply remains tight. Demand for middle meats was up, thanks to Father's Day. Pricing on most everything is up and firm, but this market should move lower after July 4th. Buy what you need now, waiting will cost money.Poultry demand is still strong and demand is keeping things moving. Wing pricing continues to move up. Avian Flu is not done, 92k turkeys and one human dairy farm worker have been reported to have the virus.The pork market is swinging wildly, but things look good price-wise.We will be taking some time off and will see you back on July 5th! Happy Summer!Savalfoods.com | Find us on Social Media: Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, LinkedIn

Beef pricing is being driven higher by short supply. Expect pricing to continue to move higher. Buy what you need now, waiting will cost you money. Hopefully, we'll see the increases stop after the Fourth of July.Poultry production can't keep up with demand. Pricing is moving higher on pretty much everything, except breasts being down a few pennies. Wings are the highest they've been in two years and demand will continue to push that price higher. Keep ahead of your needs in poultry.Pork production continues strong and there is product to be purchased at good values. Pricing is steady to a bit higher on most items.All good news on the grains front.Savalfoods.com | Find us on Social Media: Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, LinkedIn

Avian Flu just won't go away. This week, 4.2 million egg-laying chickens were lost to the virus. The Netherlands is testing two vaccines, so we'll see how that goes. This won't cause any shortages in chicken but will increase pricing. With demand remaining strong, this market should continue to move higher.Beef production was up this week, but the market is still short and pricing is increasing. Waiting to buy will cost you money.Bellies closed down from last week, but pork production is starting to slow as the weather gets warmer. This should move pricing higher for bellies. Other cuts are holding steady but we think the next move will be higher.The dairy market finally broke with barrel, block, and butter all down.Savalfoods.com | Find us on Social Media: Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, LinkedIn

Beef production cutbacks were a bit stronger than I expected with 598K head harvested last week, well down from 622K the week prior. Last year saw 640K head harvested so production going into the summer season is being restrained to push prices higher.  And they are pretty successful looking at the cutout. We have higher prices right rolling in as tightened supplies have done their job and will continue for at least the next several weeks.  This is a time when you need to buy what you need now, waiting will cost you money.  The beef complex is moving higher, pretty much across the board.  Packers have signaled they plan to continue with reduced harvest to keep the market up.  We'll see how long this continues but right now it is effectively moving prices higher.  Savalfoods.com | Find us on Social Media: Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, LinkedIn