North American Fur Auctions and Fur Harvesters Auction held fur sales in recent weeks. The results of the auctions are listed below. NAFA Wild Fur Sale — May 19 to May 21, 2014 FHA Wild Fur Sale — June 1 … [Read More]
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Fur Market Report: Prices Expected to Decline Further
This is an excerpt from Trapper & Predator Caller‘s June-July 2014 Fur Market Report. By Serge Lariviére Let’s face it: We are on a down wave in the fur market. On the radar? Expect further decline in pelt prices with … [Read More]
NAFA Sale Sees Lower Prices
The North American Fur Auctions sale held last month saw reduced prices for most furbearer species. Herman Jansen, NAFA’s managing director, has more in his report from the auction: WARM WINTER IN RUSSIA AND CHINA AFFECTS FUR MARKET It is … [Read More]
Fur Market Report: Experts Anticipate Price Decline
Market expected to drop 15 to 20 percent, but trim items and prime fur could see smaller dip This is probably the most nerve-racking report I have written since I was asked to replace the late Parker Dozhier for … [Read More]
Fur Market Report: Turmoil in China
Chinese government investigations could lead to downturn in market By Serge Lariviére The recent soaring of fur prices and the large volume of importation going into China has led the Chinese government to launch several investigations into compliance to import laws … [Read More]
Fur Market Report: Prices Expected to Hold Steady
As auctions near, experts believe market will open near levels it reached in May 2013 This is one of the most anxious times of the year for trappers. Indeed, many trappers have their fur sheds packed with skins by … [Read More]
Fur Market Report: Stars Aligning for Great Season
Momentum and early indicators are pointing to another very strong year for fur prices Trappers have been waiting for a season like this one for years. In years past, every trapper went out, caught fur and hoped to reach … [Read More]
Fur Market Report: Volume of Fur Expected to Rise
Signs point to strong prices, but climate and market reaction to higher output remain unknowns Anxiety often culminates as we approach trapping seasons. With the high prices of last year, every trapper in the country is excited and anxious. We’re excited because … [Read More]
NAFA Sale Clearances High, Fur Prices Down
While clearances remained high, prices at the North American Fur Auctions sale held last week were lower for most species than they were at the record-breaking NAFA sale held in February. This reflects an expected trend that Trapper & Predator Caller … [Read More]
Prices Soar in First NAFA Sale of 2013
North American Fur Auctions held their first sale of the year last week, and the news couldn’t be better for trappers and predator hunters. NAFA reports record attendance, some new record prices and 100-percent clearances on some species. Here is the … [Read More]