ANALYSIS: Pork Trim Values Remain Historically High Despite Increased Availability

In October 2025, both fresh pork 42% trim and 72% trim values remain historically elevated for this time of year, though recent trading has shown softer tones as supplies improve on the spot market following summer. For the week ending October 13, 2025, 42% trim averaged $0.828/lb, while the 72% trim averaged $1.10/lb. Compared to this same week last year (October 16, 2024, at $0.717/lb for 42s and $0.928/lb for 72s), prices are higher by approximately 15.5% and 18.5%, respectively...

Joey Chestnut Returns to Gobbling Beef Dogs Post Plant-Based Debacle as Prices Rise

Some people have heroes like Michael Jordan and Bo Jackson, for participants in the global food industry and for competitive eating fans, the master is none other than Joey “Jaws” Chestnut. Yet last year, the king of hot dog eating did not compete in the annual Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest in Coney Island, NY on Independence Day due to a sponsorship conflict with Impossible Foods. 

Impossible Foods does have their hot dog made from soy protein isolate, wheat gluten, sunflower oil, coconut oil, among other ingredients...

Cargill Forecasts a Sizzling Start to Summer Grilling this Memorial Day

As millions of Americans mark the start of summer this Memorial Day weekend, Cargill is forecasting a strong demand for protein as grills fire up across the country. The company expects that many consumers will prioritize affordability without sacrificing taste by seeking out staples like ground beef, chicken and hot dogs.

Nearly 9 of 10 consumers say they’re ready to grill this summer, with approximately half of them planning to do so weekly. Beef (79%) and poultry (64%) remain the top choices for the grill...