The daily read

Wednesday, August 12, 2026

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23 cuts are trading 12% or more under the five-year norm for this week, up from 13 two weeks ago. The cheap side is widening. Pork backribs 2.0 lb and up broke below its three week range. Choice sirloin tri-tip turned lower after climbing earlier in the week. Fresh 50CL Trimmings have closed lower four days in a row.
Highlights

Cuts in this read: Loin, Sirloin, Tri-tip · Loin, Bottom Sirloin, Flap · Backribs 2.0#/up · Chuck, Shoulder Clod, Trmd · Backribs 2.0#/up 1 Pc Vac · Chemical Lean, Fresh 90%

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The Daily Read · Wed, Aug 12, 2026 · USDA Boxed Beef & Pork Close | Meat Read