Energy Cost Inflation Drives Processed Hog Ration Higher While Raw Grain Benchmarks Hold Flat — A Hidden Margin Pressure for Prairie Pork Producers
Market Conditions CME lean hog futures are tracking a firm seasonal trajectory heading into the May–June demand period. The CME Lean Hog Index stood at $91.43 USD/cwt as of April 22, 2026. The June 2026 contract posted a weekly gain of approximately 85 cents through the week ending April 24, while the July 2026 contract…