Boxed beef values moved lower again on Wednesday, with Choice down $3.08 to $379.66 and Select down $4.06 to $382.27, narrowing the spread to -2.61 on 122 loads. The market has now been lower in 5 of the last 6 sessions, with boxed beef down $15.83 since March 31.
Across the primals, values were mostly weaker compared to Tuesday. The rib dropped to $519, while the loin declined to $511.34 and the round fell to $319.38. The chuck eased to $320.60, while the plate was nearly steady at $298.72 and the flank slipped to $215.07. The brisket was the only primal to show strength, rising to $345.80. Notably, the Choice rib was $30.67 cheaper than Select, reflecting continued pressure in the premium end of the market.
