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Tuesday, July 14, 2026

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Beef plate broke its three week floor. Choice plate inside skirt did the damage. Beef loin is still lower, extending its run. History leans lower from here: across the last 5 years, the four weeks after this calendar spot averaged a softer beef plate print.
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Cuts in this read: Loin, Bottom Sirloin, Flap · Plate, Inside Skirt · Chuck, Flap · Trim W/trace Combo · Chuck, Short Rib · Backribs 2.0#/up 1 Piece Vacuum-packed

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The Daily Read · Tue, Jul 14, 2026 · USDA Beef & Pork Close