May 2013 Market Conditions Report
BEEF The beef markets should find support soon with improved weather and better grill demand. Steak cuts and beef trimming prices typically rise in the …
BEEF The beef markets should find support soon with improved weather and better grill demand. Steak cuts and beef trimming prices typically rise in the …
BEEF Beef production was light due to the Easter holiday which may support prices in the near term. Beef output is forecasted to be down …
BEEF Beef production and slaughter is below last year’s figures. Tight cattle supplies and reduced beef output are anticipated to keep prices firm this spring. …
BEEF Demand remains sluggish due to inflated prices and is pressuring some markets lower. Japan has eased restrictions on imports starting this month, which could …
BEEF Slowed holiday beef output and poor packer margins could support beef prices in the coming weeks. Winter beef cut markets such as chucks, briskets, …
The 2012 drought continues to impact pricing of agricultural commodities and grain for cattle, pork and poultry. As a result of the rising egg market …
The butter market has been relatively steady as of late. Slowed milk production has tempered butter supplies, but overall inventories appear adequate for holiday business …
Helpful Catering Tips 4 appetizer pieces per person before dinner or 5-7 pieces per person for a cocktail party is a safe guideline to follow. …
Water The cost of a gallon of water is rising faster than the inflation rate. That means that your restaurant’s water bill is going to …

The National Foundation for Celiac Awareness (NFCA), a non-profit organization dedicated to raising awareness of celiac disease and non-celiac gluten sensitivity, has launched a gluten-free …