ANALYSIS: Tight Freezer Pork Stocks Highlight Seasonal Strength and Trade Sensitivity
As of June 30, 2025, total pork in cold storage declined to 422.3 million pounds, representing a 6% decrease from May and an 11.1% drop from the same period last year. While this drawdown aligns with typical seasonal patterns, driven by stronger domestic demand and active export movement, especially for high-demand cuts like bellies and ribs, the current inventory level marks a ten-year low. This current position is further compounded by slightly reduced year-to-date slaughter totals, which have limited available product for cold storage...
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