Texas Weekly Cattle Auction Summary
Archived Report
5/7/2022
Total Run: 5,852
Market Notes
Compared to last week: Feeder steers steady to 4.00 lower, except 600-700 lbs. 2.00-5.00 higher. Feeder heifers 1.00-4.00 higher. Steer calves sold 10.00-15.00 higher. Heifer calves 6.00-10.00 higher. Many areas of Texas saw some rain this past week though with this moisture also came damaging winds and hail. This moisture did improve demand for calves. Demand moderate to good for feeder cattle.Supply included: 79% Feeder Cattle (42% Steers, 1% Dairy Steers, 54% Heifers, 3% Bulls, 1% Dairy Heifers); 18% Slaughter Cattle (92% Cows, 8% Bulls); 3% Replacement Cattle (64% Stock Cows, 12% Bred Cows, 6% Bred Heifers, 18% Cow-Calf Pairs). Feeder cattle supply over 600 lbs was 56%.
LIVESTOCK SUMMARY Current Week Last Reported 4/25/2022 Last Year Total Receipts: 5,852 5,776 5,853 Feeder Cattle: 4,596(78.5%) 4,872(84.3%) 4,597(78.5%) Slaughter Cattle: 1,061(18.1%) 738(12.8%) 1,094(18.7%) Replacement Cattle: 195(3.3%) 166(2.9%) 162(2.8%)
Feeder Steers
| Weight | Min | Avg | Max | Approx* |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 200-300 | 192 | 197 | 204 | $492 |
| 300-400 | 186 | 201 | 205.5 | $704 |
| 400-500 | 182 | 192 | 205 | $863 |
| 500-600 | 174.5 | 182 | 192 | $1,003 |
| 600-700 | 160 | 169 | 177 | $1,101 |
| 700-800 | 140 | 153 | 166.5 | $1,145 |
Feeder Heifers
| Weight | Min | Avg | Max | Approx* |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 200-300 | 176 | 179 | 181 | $447 |
| 300-400 | 165 | 170 | 181 | $594 |
| 400-500 | 165 | 172 | 179 | $775 |
| 500-600 | 154 | 167 | 174.5 | $918 |
| 600-700 | 135 | 157 | 163.25 | $1,020 |
| 700-800 | 137 | 147 | 151 | $1,099 |
*Approx is the middle weight of the weight group multiplied by the mid point of the high and low for the group. It's meant as a quick method to see what cattle of that weight class are bringing per head.
Cows & Bulls
| Type | Min | Avg | Max |
|---|---|---|---|
| Slaughter Bulls | $80 | $94 | $110 |