Hides and Skins: Net sales of 464,800 pieces were 6 percent above the previous week, but 26 percent under the prior 4-week average. Whole cattle hide sales of 445,900 pieces were primarily for South Korea (202,600 pieces), China (122,200 pieces), and Taiwan (42,800 pieces). Exports of 408,000 pieces were equal to the previous week, but 16 percent lower than the prior 4-week average. Whole cattle hide exports of 389,200 pieces were mainly for China (141,600 pieces), South Korea (128,600 pieces), and Taiwan (44,300 pieces).