Tennessee Weekly Cattle Auction Summary
Archived Report
9/18/2021
Total Run: 6,493
Market Notes
Compared to last week, feeder steers under 600 lbs were mostly 5.00-6.00 lower, while feeder steers over 600 lbs were mostly steady. Feeder heifers under 600 lbs were mostly steady to 2.00 higher, while feeder heifers over 600 lbs were 4.00-6.00 lower with some instances of sharply lower. Slaughter cows and bulls were 2.00-4.00 lower.Supply included: 81% Feeder Cattle (29% Steers, 0% Dairy Steers, 44% Heifers, 27% Bulls); 13% Slaughter Cattle (85% Cows, 15% Bulls); 6% Replacement Cattle (4% Stock Cows, 65% Bred Cows, 10% Bred Heifers, 20% Cow-Calf Pairs). Feeder cattle supply over 600 lbs was 33%.
LIVESTOCK SUMMARY Current Week Last Reported 9/6/2021 Last Year Total Receipts: 6,493 4,497 9,126 Feeder Cattle: 5,270(81.2%) 3,727(82.9%) 7,655(83.9%) Slaughter Cattle: 856(13.2%) 563(12.5%) 1,041(11.4%) Replacement Cattle: 367(5.7%) 207(4.6%) 430(4.7%)
Feeder Steers
| Weight | Min | Avg | Max | Approx* |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 200-300 | 170 | 179 | 191 | $446 |
| 300-400 | 142 | 169 | 185 | $592 |
| 400-500 | 132.5 | 154 | 175 | $693 |
| 500-600 | 125 | 146 | 164 | $802 |
| 600-700 | 120 | 141 | 153 | $915 |
| 700-800 | $-- |
Feeder Heifers
| Weight | Min | Avg | Max | Approx* |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 200-300 | 137.5 | 144 | 152.5 | $361 |
| 300-400 | 122.5 | 141 | 160 | $495 |
| 400-500 | 122.5 | 138 | 150 | $619 |
| 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 | $55 | $66 | $73 |