Pork Hocks, Picnic, Combo
USDA Spec
IMPS 2020 §417AIn simple termsThe shoulder (front) hock, the joint section from the front leg. Sold fresh into braising programs and after cure as smoked shoulder hocks for soups and beans.
Shoulder hocks must be separated from the front feet at or above the upper knee joint of the knee. Shoulder hocks must be at least 2.0 inches in length.
- Weight range
- 7.5-10+ lb
- Primal
- Hocks
Last 6 months
Recent prints
| Date | Price (¢/lb) |
|---|---|
| 2026-06-26 | 46.68¢/lb |
| 2026-06-25 | 41.66¢/lb |
| 2026-06-23 | 47.41¢/lb |
| 2026-06-19 | 46.67¢/lb |
| 2026-06-18 | 41.66¢/lb |
| 2026-06-15 | 47.55¢/lb |
| 2026-06-11 | 41.66¢/lb |
| 2026-06-08 | 45.61¢/lb |
| 2026-06-01 | 47.25¢/lb |
| 2026-05-29 | 50.15¢/lb |
| 2026-05-26 | 43.67¢/lb |
| 2026-05-22 | 67.82¢/lb |
| 2026-05-21 | 58.34¢/lb |
| 2026-05-18 | 51.73¢/lb |
Frequently asked
What is the current wholesale price of pork hocks, picnic, combo?
$0.47/lb as of 2026-06-26, from the USDA AMS National Daily Boxed Pork Cutout report. That's down 0.1% week over week.
Where has hocks, picnic, combo traded recently?
Up 6.6% over the last six months. Bid side has been in control.
How is pork hocks, picnic, combo priced?
Wholesale pork hocks, picnic, combo is priced FOB plant in cents per pound and reported daily by USDA AMS as part of the National Daily Boxed Pork Cutout, Negotiated Sales (LM_PK602) report. Prices reflect weighted-average negotiated trades for delivery within 0-21 days.
What is IMPS 417A?
IMPS 417A is the USDA Institutional Meat Purchase Specifications code for Pork Shoulder Hock. It's the standard spec used in wholesale trading and procurement contracts.
About this cut
The lower portion of the pork shoulder, including the foreleg. Tougher than the Boston butt with more skin. Used for cured shoulder hams, carnitas, and braises.
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