Virginia Weekly Cattle Auction Summary
Archived Report
3/6/2021
Total Run: 3,761
Market Notes
Compared to last week: Feeder cattle mostly steady to 5.00 higher. Report includes sales from Blackstone, Culpeper, Front Royal, Lynchburg, Radiant, Shenandoah, Springlake and Winchester.Supply included: 99% Feeder Cattle (44% Steers, 37% Heifers, 19% Bulls); 1% Slaughter Cattle (60% Steers, 40% Heifers). Feeder cattle supply over 600 lbs was 45%.
LIVESTOCK SUMMARY Current Week Last Reported 2/22/2021 Last Year Total Receipts: 3,761 1,341 2,872 Feeder Cattle: 3,711(98.7%) 1,341(100.0%) 2,824(98.3%) Slaughter Cattle: 50(1.3%) 0(0.0%) 48(1.7%)
Feeder Steers
| Weight | Min | Avg | Max | Approx* |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 200-300 | $-- | |||
| 300-400 | 152 | 163 | 166 | $570 |
| 400-500 | 148 | 164 | 170 | $737 |
| 500-600 | 142 | 165 | 176 | $909 |
| 600-700 | $-- | |||
| 700-800 | $-- |
Feeder Heifers
| Weight | Min | Avg | Max | Approx* |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 200-300 | $-- | |||
| 300-400 | 125 | 135 | 134 | $472 |
| 400-500 | 125 | 132 | 138.5 | $592 |
| 500-600 | $-- | |||
| 600-700 | $-- | |||
| 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 | $113 | $121 | $126 |