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A quick round-up of headlines in the pork industry.

The lean hog futures market the past two weeks has seen choppy and sideways trading action. Some mild technical selling pressure has occurred this week after prices Monday challenged stiff overhead resistance but could not push above it.

Erika-Lundy Woolfolk, ISU extension beef specialist for southwest Iowa, is coordinating the workshop and said attendees will benefit from the variety of topics addressed.

Swine viral pathogens such as PRRSV and PEDV pose significant economic challenges to the swine industry.

The one-page publication IBC 150 is available at no charge from the ISU Extension store.

Key reports that farmers should watch which could have significant impacts on commodity markets the week of March 23, 2025.

Fed cattle prices increased sharply this week, with significant trading activity on Friday. Beef cutout values showed resilience, supporting a strong market outlook.

At midday Friday, the Choice cutout was $317.87 down $1.82 from Thursday and up $3.56 from a week ago. The Select cutout was $306.32 down $1.15 from Thursday and up $0.23 from a week ago. The Choice Select spread was $11.55 compared to $8.22 a week ago.

“The return of the July Cattle Report and County Estimates is a big win for cattle producers who utilize these reports to efficiently run their operations and make important marketing decisions.

The School of Agriculture utilizes this event as a hands-on teaching tool.