The yarding at the NRLX today, Wednesday, July 24 was boosted by the large number of weaner cattle bringing the total head to 2170.
Quality continues to deteriorate with increased numbers of plain conditioned young cattle being sold, although there were several lines of well-bred weaner steers and heifers through the sale.
The weaner market varied throughout the sale with not all the usual buyers operating, resulting in weaners selling firm to 20c cheaper depending on weight and quality.
Restocker weaner steers sold from 336c to 398c to average 334c to 346c/kg. Restocker weaner heifers sold from 200c to 340c/kg which was dearer for the better quality heifers.
Yearling steers to feed and restock sold from 300c to 338c/kg.
The yarding of export cattle consisted mainly of cows with a small penning of grown steers and heifers.
Grown steers sold to a top of 300c while heifers sold to 286c/kg.
The mixed yarding of cows saw medium and heavy weights hold firm. Plain conditioned cows were 5c/kg cheaper.
Medium 2 score cows sold from 228c to 259c, while 3 score medium weights averaged 264c and 4 score cows ranged from 272c to 292c/kg.
Report compiled by Doug Robson from Meat & Livestock Australia
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