Hog Market Mixed, Slaughter Increases

Lean hog futures had a mixed day, with December contracts dipping slightly, while other contracts for later months showed gains. The national base hog price decreased, but the CME Lean Hog Index increased. The pork carcass cutout value also rose, with higher prices for picnic and ham sections. Hog slaughter numbers increased, indicating a dynamic picture for the hog industry.The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.