Hides and Skins:  Net sales of 425,800 pieces were 57% above the previous week and 24% over the prior 4-week average.  Whole cattle hide sales of 417,100 pieces were mainly for China (181,800 pieces), Hong Kong (83,000 pieces), and South Korea (55,200 pieces).  Net sales of 132,900 pieces for delivery in the 2006 marketing year (which begins Jan. 1) were mainly for South Korea (97,700 pieces).  Exports of 519,300 pieces were 26% above the prior week and 25% over the previous 4-week average.  Whole cattle hide exports of 514,400 pieces were primarily for China (246,000 pieces), South Korea (94,600 pieces), and Taiwan (54,500 pieces).          

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