Kansas Weekly Cattle Auction Summary
Archived Report
1/21/2023
Total Run: 8,136
Market Notes
Compared to last week, feeder steers overall sold 3.00 to 4.00 lower. Feeder heifers overall sold 3.00 to 6.00 lower. Slaughter cows sold steady to 2.00 higher. Slaughter bulls sold 1.00 to 2.00 lower. Demand overall was moderate. Compared to last week, fed slaughter steers and heifers in the feedyards sold 2.00 lower at 155.00. In the hay market, demand remained strong, prices remained mostly steady, and actual trades were up for the south-central region. Conversations last week revolved around questions regarding a softening market. Although there were discussions, actual prices reported remained firm. Many agree that if precipitation is not received within the next 30 days, they will be up against "the trouble line" which may result in the selling off of cattle. Conversely, southeastern Kansas farmers would like to be in the fields but have found them too soft to begin their work, despite the drought situation.Supply included: 75% Feeder Cattle (61% Steers, 38% Heifers, 1% Bulls); 7% Slaughter Cattle (96% Cows, 4% Bulls); 18% Replacement Cattle (5% Stock Cows, 62% Bred Cows, 31% Bred Heifers, 2% Cow-Calf Pairs). Feeder cattle supply over 600 lbs was 68%.
LIVESTOCK SUMMARY Current Week Last Reported 1/9/2023 Last Year Total Receipts: 8,136 16,458 12,359 Feeder Cattle: 6,123(75.3%) 15,645(95.1%) 10,387(84.0%) Slaughter Cattle: 562(6.9%) 761(4.6%) 576(4.7%) Replacement Cattle: 1,451(17.8%) 52(0.3%) 1,396(11.3%)
Feeder Steers
| Weight | Min | Avg | Max | Approx* |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 200-300 | 240 | 240 | 0.0000 | $600 |
| 300-400 | 204 | 229 | 256 | $802 |
| 400-500 | $-- | |||
| 500-600 | $-- | |||
| 600-700 | $-- | |||
| 700-800 | $-- |
Feeder Heifers
| Weight | Min | Avg | Max | Approx* |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 200-300 | 177 | 177 | 0.0000 | $443 |
| 300-400 | 170 | 196 | 219 | $686 |
| 400-500 | 177 | 194 | 212 | $872 |
| 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 | $78 | $99 | $109 |