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Beef Chemical Lean, Fresh 85%

Wholesale price (USDA AMS daily, Choice grade) ยท as of 2026-05-08
402.55ยข/lbEXPENSIVE
vs 5yr Seasonal
+46.3%
Week over Week
+0.6%
Year over Year
+16.4%
Beef Chemical Lean, Fresh 85% is running 46.3% above the 5-year seasonal norm โ€” historically rich for this calendar position. Up 0.6% week over week, 16.4% above year-ago levels.
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Prices reflect USDA AMS National Daily Boxed Beef Cutout and Boxed Beef Cuts โ€” Negotiated Sales (LM_XB403), weighted-average wholesale FOB plant. Updated every business day after the afternoon report drop.