ANALYSIS: US 2025 Prime Grading Surges to Record Highs
As we head into peak grilling season, it's an ideal time to look at Prime grading trends in the beef market. This year, Prime grading percentages have surged well above 2024 levels, reaching unprecedented highs. In early May, 13.2% of cattle graded Prime, marking a 15% increase over the same time last year and even surpassing the Select grade share, which sat at 12%.
This shift is being driven by several key factors. Improved genetics, especially through the use of high-marbling breeds like Angus, combined with longer feeding...
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