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U.S. hog prices are rising mainly because of domestic factors, including PRRS losses in Minnesota and Iowa, herd liquidation and strong retail pork demand. African swine fever in China is a secondary factor.
Lean hogs posted consecutive limit-up days on the CME.
Tight U.S. hog supplies and firm pork demand support hog prices and help offset higher feed costs for producers.
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