Fur prices have dropped, but it’s not the end of the world The 2013-14 trapping season hadn’t even started before the gloom-and-doomers started griping about fur prices falling off from last season’s astronomical highs. I won’t bore you with the … [Read More]
Tag Archives: North American Fur Auctions
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]
FHA Sale Closes Major Wild Fur Auctions for the Season
The Fur Harvesters Auction sale that concluded earlier this week is the last major wild fur sale of the season. Following the June 18 sale, FHA reported an all-time historical gross sales record for the season. “The highlight of the sale … [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]
Fur Prices Decline at Latest Fur Harvesters Auction Sale
Fur Harvesters Auction has released the results of the sale they held earlier this week. While clearances remained high, prices did drop a little on most species. The declining prices were not unexpected. Trapper & Predator Caller‘s fur market expert, Serge … [Read More]
