Kansas Weekly Cattle Auction Summary
Archived Report
2/5/2022
Total Run: 5,116
Market Notes
Compared to last week, feeder steers overall sold 3.00 to 5.00 higher. Feeder heifers weighing less than 700 lbs sold 6.00 to 7.00 higher, while those weighing over 700 lbs sold steady to 3.00 higher. Slaughter cows sold 8.00 to 9.00 higher on a light test. Slaughter bulls sold 2.00 to 4.00 higher on a light test. Demand was good for a light sale supply. Compared to last week, Fed Slaughter Steers and Heifers in the feedyards sold 3.00 to 4.00 higher at 139.00 to 140.00 . Compared to the last report, hay market prices remained steady for alfalfa and grass hay; movement remains slow.Supply included: 98% Feeder Cattle (58% Steers, 42% Heifers, 0% Bulls); 2% Slaughter Cattle (90% Cows, 10% Bulls); 0% Replacement Cattle (100% Bred Heifers). Feeder cattle supply over 600 lbs was 78%.
LIVESTOCK SUMMARY Current Week Last Reported 1/24/2022 Last Year Total Receipts: 5,116 8,697 13,899 Feeder Cattle: 5,010(97.9%) 8,082(92.9%) 13,283(95.6%) Slaughter Cattle: 102(2.0%) 417(4.8%) 386(2.8%) Replacement Cattle: 4(0.1%) 198(2.3%) 230(1.7%)
Feeder Steers
| Weight | Min | Avg | Max | Approx* |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 200-300 | $-- | |||
| 300-400 | 204 | 222 | 231 | $775 |
| 400-500 | 183.5 | 211 | 225 | $949 |
| 500-600 | 180 | 204 | 206.5 | $1,121 |
| 600-700 | $-- | |||
| 700-800 | $-- |
Feeder Heifers
| Weight | Min | Avg | Max | Approx* |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 200-300 | $-- | |||
| 300-400 | 169 | 179 | 185 | $625 |
| 400-500 | 167 | 179 | 191 | $805 |
| 500-600 | 155 | 170 | 178 | $933 |
| 600-700 | 148.75 | 157 | 165 | $1,023 |
| 700-800 | 144 | 149 | 153 | $1,114 |
*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 | $87 | $102 | $115 |