Prepared and written by Jeff Swenson, DATCP Livestock and Meat Specialist. The Market Update draws information from several sources, including trade publications, radio broadcasts, agricultural news services, individuals involved in the industry as well as USDA NASS and AMS reports.
Lamb prices were higher nationally last week. Good demand was noted for heavier lambs. The lamb cutout value finished last week at $545.32, compared to $548.92 the previous Friday. USDA estimates 38,000 sheep and lambs were harvested last week. That is 2,000 more than the previous week and 3,000 more than a year ago. Lamb and mutton production is slightly higher than 2025 so far this year, with 3% more sheep and lambs harvested.
