Meat & Seafood Market Report

Welcome to your essential weekly update on the meat and seafood market! This space is dedicated to providing chefs with timely insights into market trends, helping you navigate the ever-changing landscape of food costs and availability. Stay informed and ahead of the curve to expertly plan your menus and maintain your restaurant’s competitive edge.

MEAT MARKET UPDATE

UPDATED September 19, 2025

Beef Market:

USDA Choice beef prices are still running high historically but have started to ease a bit after the Labor Day rush. Cattle supplies remain tight, and processors are under pressure, so don’t expect any major increases in production in the near term. We’re likely to see a gradual dip in overall beef values unless strong retail promotions pick up. Demand for grinds and end cuts remains solid, and middle meats are holding steady as foodservice operators continue restocking. On the tenderloin specifically, we are not anticipating much of a break in pricing. Most buyers are staying cautious and buying only what they need, especially with demand expected to soften through the rest of September.

Pork Market:

The Pork Market has been relatively steady and is mostly being driven by pork bellies. We’re hoping to see some breaks there soon, but the belly has proved to be anything but predictable. With all this, pork is still a great value option for your specials.

Chicken Market:

Into September, we are seeing some breaks on some of the main driver cuts in chicken. Even wings are dropping, which is surprising considering foodservice demand during football season has not waned. Chicken is still in steady supply and another great value option.

Turkey time is upon us. We are taking pre-orders now. The market on turkeys has been extremely tight all year due to multiple issues, but mostly due to disease earlier in the year. Look for elevated pricing compared to last year.

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