ANALYSIS: US Brisket Prices Soften as Seasonal Demand Cools

Brisket prices have eased following the conclusion of peak buying for St. Patrick’s Day corned beef production. Expana’s Benchmark Price for Choice brisket now sits at $3.38/lb, reflecting a 12% decline since the start of 2025. While prices have softened, they remain 6% above the three-year average and 3% higher than this time last year.

The recent price decline can be attributed to a slowdown in demand after the bulk of seasonal purchasing for St. Patrick's Day wrapped up. Additionally, January and February are historically...

The Retail Rundown: Grocers Leverage Seasonal Trends; Inflation Update

As temperatures rise across much of the US, grocers are highlighting seasonal offerings for springtime occasions and grilling essentials.

Retailers are refining their marketing strategies to align with shifting demand, appealing to sports fans to boost traffic in the meat department. However, securing lower year-over-year protein prices remains a challenge, as factors like animal disease continue to affect availability across key categories.

The wholesale chicken market is gaining traction with baseball season on the horizon, driving demand for boneless items. Expana reports that buyers are scrambling to secure supply...

Einstein Bros. Bagels Celebrates National Bagel Day with Free Egg Sandwich

This National Bagel Day, everyone who's ready to give up a New Year's resolution that has them eating cardboard-tasting breakfast cereal can now embrace their cravings. Beginning January 15, Einstein Bros. Bagels Rewards members can 'give it up for Einstein Bros.' with a Free Egg Sandwich with purchase when ordering ahead in the app or online this month.

"Studies show that nearly half of New Year's resolutions are abandoned by the end of January," said Hector Briones, Chief Marketing Officer at Einstein Bros. Bagels.