The Ontario hog market posted continued strength for the week ending June 13, 2025, with prices climbing across the board as demand and futures remained bullish heading into summer.
đ Ontario Market Snapshot
100% Base Formula Price surged to $250.59/cwt, up nearly $9.32 from the previous week and well ahead of the same week last year ($227.46).
Average carcass value rose to $275.82, with high prices nearing $293.86.
Weaned pig values increased to $65.15/head, while feeder pig values climbed to $103.37/head—reflecting both strong futures and demand for restocking.
Market hog numbers totaled 108,241, a 1% increase compared to the same week in 2024.
Canadian Market Highlights
Quebec Pool Price rose to $235.64/cwt, while Manitoba’s calculated value hit $249.50.
National hog slaughter reached 428,163 head, slightly down from the previous week but still 101% of last year’s levels.
The Canadian dollar gained ground, closing at $0.7354 USD, offering modest export competitiveness.
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