Virginia Weekly Cattle Auction Summary
Archived Report
4/9/2022
Total Run: 4,423
Market Notes
Compared to last week: Feeder cattle mostly steady to 5.00 higher. Report includes sales from Blackstone, Front Royal, Lynchburg, Marshall, Radiant, Roanoke-Hollins, Shenandoah, Springlake and Winchester.Supply included: 99% Feeder Cattle (35% Steers, 44% Heifers, 20% Bulls); 1% Slaughter Cattle (68% Steers, 32% Heifers). Feeder cattle supply over 600 lbs was 29%.
LIVESTOCK SUMMARY Current Week Last Reported 3/28/2022 Last Year Total Receipts: 4,423 3,774 5,845 Feeder Cattle: 4,363(98.6%) 3,774(100.0%) 5,845(100.0%) Slaughter Cattle: 60(1.4%) 0(0.0%) 0(0.0%)
Feeder Steers
| Weight | Min | Avg | Max | Approx* |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 200-300 | $-- | |||
| 300-400 | 120 | 182 | 190 | $638 |
| 400-500 | 129 | 178 | 192 | $800 |
| 500-600 | 115 | 175 | 189.5 | $964 |
| 600-700 | $-- | |||
| 700-800 | $-- |
Feeder Heifers
| Weight | Min | Avg | Max | Approx* |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 200-300 | 140 | 140 | 0.0000 | $350 |
| 300-400 | 130 | 149 | 159 | $523 |
| 400-500 | 131 | 149 | 164 | $672 |
| 500-600 | 122 | 145 | 159 | $799 |
| 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 | $125 | $138 | $149 |