What is the modern fur market?

As I’ve said in the past, the modern fur market is global. Unlike the historic market, where a great deal of domestic production was consumed in North America, today’s market relies on buyers in China, Greece, Italy, Russia and Korea.

What's happening in the 2023-2024 fur market?

Click here for Trapping Today’s 2023-2024 Fur Market Forecast and prices. The true state of the 2023 fur market has finally come to the surface, with the majority of state fur auctions and regional fur buying having taken place, and the Fur Harvesters March auction coming to a close.

Which fur items will bring a low price?

With the exception of beaver, most major fur items are expected to bring low prices, similar to past years. Some of the northern furs that are harvested in limited quantities (marten, wolf, wolverine, lynx) should be met with continued demand and bring decent prices.

What is the hottest item in the fur market right now?

Beaver is by far the hottest item in the fur market right now. Many years of rock bottom prices for beaver pelts have resulted in low trapper effort, low harvest and fewer pelts on the market.