Lean Hog Futures Higher

December lean hogs are trading at 50.87, up 1.12 cents/lb. February lean hogs are trading at 56.45, up 0.90 cents/lb. April lean hogs are trading at 62.60, up 0.67 cents/lb. Lean hog futures are trading higher just after the open. Market chatter about consumer demand and cash prices is making the rounds. Trading is expected to be choppy.