Texas Weekly Cattle Auction Summary
Archived Report
8/13/2022
Total Run: 6,854
Market Notes
Compared to last week: Feeder steers and heifers sold steady to 6.00 higher. Trade activity and demand were moderate to good. Spotty thunderstorms benefitted local pastures that have finally turned green late this summer.Supply included: 76% Feeder Cattle (57% Steers, 1% Dairy Steers, 36% Heifers, 5% Bulls, 1% Dairy Heifers); 20% Slaughter Cattle (98% Cows, 2% Bulls); 4% Replacement Cattle (73% Stock Cows, 17% Bred Cows, 10% Cow-Calf Pairs). Feeder cattle supply over 600 lbs was 45%.
LIVESTOCK SUMMARY Current Week Last Reported 8/1/2022 Last Year Total Receipts: 6,854 4,275 6,878 Feeder Cattle: 5,210(76.0%) 3,539(82.8%) 6,011(87.4%) Slaughter Cattle: 1,359(19.8%) 425(9.9%) 660(9.6%) Replacement Cattle: 285(4.2%) 311(7.3%) 207(3.0%)
Feeder Steers
| Weight | Min | Avg | Max | Approx* |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 200-300 | 210 | 220 | 230 | $551 |
| 300-400 | 205 | 218 | 239 | $764 |
| 400-500 | 181 | 202 | 224 | $907 |
| 500-600 | 177.5 | 186 | 191 | $1,024 |
| 600-700 | 170 | 186 | 189 | $1,207 |
| 700-800 | 163 | 173 | 174.5 | $1,294 |
Feeder Heifers
| Weight | Min | Avg | Max | Approx* |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 200-300 | 170 | 177 | 191 | $443 |
| 300-400 | 160 | 180 | 191 | $630 |
| 400-500 | 160 | 173 | 179 | $776 |
| 500-600 | 153.5 | 167 | 181.5 | $920 |
| 600-700 | 159 | 176 | 163.5 | $1,146 |
| 700-800 | $-- |
*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 | $75 | $85 | $90 |