average basis in Nebraska. Some asking are remaining firm in the South around $142 plus and $222 in the North. Significant volume is expected to be moved throughout the day. Beef cutouts are expected to move lower with light to moderate box movement.

Boxed beef values are higher at midday with light to moderate box movement. Choice is $1.28 higher at $271.50 and select is 61 cents higher at $258.58. the choice/select spread is $12.92.

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