Market Report for March 11, 2010Read the latest news on commodity market conditions that affect your business.
Beef, Veal and Lamb NewsBeef production last week declined 2.4% and was basically even with the same week in 2009.
>>MoreCanned TomatoCalifornia tomato processors are seeking a 20% decline in contracted raw product costs for the upcoming crop.
>>MoreDairy NewsThe butter market continues to edge upward due in part to improving demand.
>>MoreOil & Grains NewsThe South American soybean harvest this year is anticipated to be a record.
>>MorePork NewsPork production last week rose .3% but was 2.5% less than the same week a year ago.
>>MorePoultry NewsChicken producer profitability has certainly improved in recent months and there is now talk by some suppliers of expansion in the coming year.
>>MoreProcessed Fruits & Vegetable NewsThe markets remain fairly stable to weak.
>>MoreProduce NewsOnion shipments last week were 16% below the same week a year ago due almost entirely to a reduction in imports from Mexico.
>>MoreSeafood NewsSeafood demand, in general, has been lethargic during the past several months due to the economic challenges experienced in the US.
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