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Monday, August 3, 2026

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Choice chuck short rib broke above its three week range. It has averaged a lower price four weeks after this week of the year, over the last 4 years. That is history, not a forecast. 23-27# trmd selected ham has closed lower six days in a row.
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Cuts in this read: Chuck, Short Rib · Backribs 2.0#/up 1 Piece Vacuum-packed · Boneless Center-cut Strap-on · 90CL Lean Trimmings, Fresh · Ground Beef 85% · Outside Skirt

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The Daily Read · Mon, Aug 3, 2026 · USDA Beef & Pork Close