IL SOWS         
Springfield, IL Friday, January 23, 2026
AGR.Marketnews@illinois.gov
Illinois Direct Slaughter Sows and Boars


Today's estimated receipts: 
Today: 500 Yesterday: 1200

Slaughter sow prices were steady with moderate demand for light offerings.

US 1-3 under 400 lbs.   42.00-45.00  
         400-500 lbs.   45.00-48.00 
         500-600 lbs.   48.00-51.00  
        Over 600 lbs.   51.00-54.00         

Boars: under 300 lbs.   8.00-15.00        
        over 300 lbs.   5.00-8.00

Barrows and gilts prices were steady, with moderate demand for 
moderate offerings.

IL direct barrows and gilts: US 220-290 lbs. at 40.00 to 50.00


Source: IL Department of Agriculture, Market News, Springfield, IL 
Phone: 217-524-1083, in-state only toll free: 888-458-4787
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