The attached PDF shows WPI's summary analysis and interpretation for the latest Cold Storage report, published 22 October 2020 by the USDA. Briefly, the data show the meat and livestock industry is recovering from the supply-tightening effects covid-19 shutdowns this spring but also that strong exports are working against stocks-rebuilding efforts. WPI views the data as bullish pork and hog prices and, to a lesser extent, beef and cattle as well. Poultry stocks remain high, which will pressure prices but spur consumer demand...
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