Virginia Weekly Cattle Auction Summary
Archived Report
5/22/2021
Total Run: 2,687
Market Notes
Compared to last week: Feeder cattle steady to 4.00 higher. Report includes sales from Blackstone, Front Royal, Hollins, Lynchburg, Monterey, Radiant, Springlake, Staunton and Winchester.Supply included: 98% Feeder Cattle (34% Steers, 47% Heifers, 19% Bulls); 2% Slaughter Cattle (71% Steers, 29% Heifers). Feeder cattle supply over 600 lbs was 28%.
LIVESTOCK SUMMARY Current Week Last Reported 5/10/2021 Last Year Total Receipts: 2,687 3,285 3,983 Feeder Cattle: 2,632(98.0%) 3,285(100.0%) 3,891(97.7%) Slaughter Cattle: 55(2.0%) 0(0.0%) 92(2.3%)
Feeder Steers
| Weight | Min | Avg | Max | Approx* |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 200-300 | $-- | |||
| 300-400 | 150 | 162 | 167.5 | $566 |
| 400-500 | 151 | 157 | 160 | $706 |
| 500-600 | $-- | |||
| 600-700 | $-- | |||
| 700-800 | $-- |
Feeder Heifers
| Weight | Min | Avg | Max | Approx* |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 200-300 | $-- | |||
| 300-400 | 90 | 133 | 143 | $464 |
| 400-500 | 110 | 127 | 130 | $570 |
| 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 | $119 | $127 | $140 |