Net sales of 188,600 pieces were 39 per cent above the previous week, but 26 per cent under the prior 4-week average. Whole cattle hide sales of 184,700 pieces were mainly for China (141,600 pieces), Taiwan (20,000 pieces), and Hong Kong (19,700 pieces). Net sales of 282,100 pieces for delivery in 2006 (which begins Jan.1) were mainly for China (118,000 pieces), South Korea (100,100 pieces), and Mexico (28,200 pieces). Exports of 351,000 pieces were down 21 per cent from the prior week and 23 per cent below the previous 4-week average. Whole cattle hide exports of 345,800 pieces were primarily for China (180,100 pieces), South Korea (63,200 pieces), and Taiwan (43,200 pieces).        

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