South Dakota Weekly Cattle Auction Summary
Archived Report
2/25/2023
Total Run: 9,303
Market Notes
Compared to last week: Few feeder cattle auctions this week as most of them were canceled due to the severe winter weather experienced over the region, too few cattle offered to make full comparisons but steady to firm undertones were noted. Widespread snow totals of a foot or more, along with 40-50 mph winds made for very difficult weather for livestock and their caretakers. Interstate highway systems were closed, as no travel was advised at midweek when the system blew in. Massive drifting of snow created much extra work as country roads were blocked and farm yards and feedyard pens needed to be cleaned out to. Much larger auction receipts expected in the coming week as livestock producers will be able to get their stock loaded and shipped to the auctions. Slaughter cows steady to 2.00 higher, bulls steady.Supply included: 98% Feeder Cattle (55% Steers, 44% Heifers, 1% Bulls); 2% Slaughter Cattle (90% Cows, 10% Bulls). Feeder cattle supply over 600 lbs was 79%.
LIVESTOCK SUMMARY Current Week Last Reported 2/13/2023 Last Year Total Receipts: 9,303 22,562 13,109 Feeder Cattle: 9,138(98.2%) 21,639(95.9%) 12,485(95.2%) Slaughter Cattle: 165(1.8%) 923(4.1%) 624(4.8%)
Feeder Steers
| Weight | Min | Avg | Max | Approx* |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 200-300 | $-- | |||
| 300-400 | 280 | 280 | 0.0000 | $980 |
| 400-500 | 222.5 | 236 | 249 | $1,061 |
| 500-600 | 214 | 235 | 245 | $1,293 |
| 600-700 | $-- | |||
| 700-800 | $-- |
Feeder Heifers
| Weight | Min | Avg | Max | Approx* |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 200-300 | 220 | 220 | 0.0000 | $550 |
| 300-400 | 225 | 225 | 0.0000 | $789 |
| 400-500 | 201 | 218 | 225 | $979 |
| 500-600 | 186 | 198 | 209 | $1,090 |
| 600-700 | 172 | 191 | 207 | $1,242 |
| 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 | $96 | $102 | $106 |