Fur Market Report
Posted 9-8-2026
Greetings fur harvesters from North Dakota! The trapping season is almost upon us and based on results from Fur Harvesters Auction last spring, I am sure most everyone is eager to start trapping. Below are some thoughts on the fur market.
Over the summer I was able to hear a couple things about the fur market. It seems interest in fur is still high for the upcoming season. Most skins that were in demand last spring, will be in demand again. The hope is raccoon and coyote demand starts to pick up.
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Fur Forecast for 2026-2027
Beaver prices I believe will still remain at steady levels. After the beaver boom a few years back, it seems the prices have stablized. Trapping beaver will definitely be worth your time this upcoming season.
Red Fox prices fluctuated a bit between March and June, but prices in the 30’s and clearances were 100%. If you are able to trap prime Red Fox, you will do well this year.
Raccoon clearances were better in March at FHA versus June, but we are still in the $10-$12 range. It sounds like good prime raccoon are in demand to a point. I would expect raccoon to have a slight uptick this coming season. I would target raccoon.
Badger has been stable. I know from firsthand experience a good pale prime badger with feet will be the best way to market these skins.
Muskrat – Everyone is hoping muskrat start increasing with the increase of Wild Mink in March. The latest FHA auction had the avg @ $4.10. It seems the last 2 auctions muskrat has stabilized a bit.
Mink went crazy at the March FHA auction. In June Mink settled slightly but are still high compared to what it was for years. I would make sure you trap prime Mink this season.
Skunks – The skunk market exploded last year as the tails were the most coveted item from a Skunk. It appears from auction results skunks have cooled a bit, but worth going after still.
Bobcat – Bobcats went high this year at the state auctions and the sky seemed like the limit on price. It will be interesting to see how this progresses in 2027. I am expecting similiar price levels, although I am not sure how much higher they can go.
Coyotes – Coyote fur prices avg from March to June stayed about the same. I listened to part of the auction, and the good lots didn’t have much interest until the price was down to $40-$50. On the bright side, 82% sold vs 75% in March. Even though the prices are low, skins are selling. This is good news for trappers and hunters knowing they can still sell their coyote skins. I would still go after coyotes, although the better quality and better color skins are still bringing the most money. Prime heavy skins will do the best. I do not foresee a big run on coyotes this year.
Until next time…
