
CIH says pork producer profitability remains firm on strong domestic demand and restrained expansion, with tight supply since early summer possibly easing as weather cools and herd health improves. Pork production under federal inspection is down 2.1% year to date, and sow slaughter is down 5.8%.
Lower pork production and reduced sow slaughter support hog prices through autumn, while seasonal weight gains could add some near-term supply. Feed costs remain a key input for producer margins.
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