Oklahoma Weekly Cattle Auction Summary
Archived Report
10/2/2021
Total Run: 27,482
Market Notes
Compared to last week: Feeder steers steady to 3.00 lower, except 800-900 lbs 1.00-3.00 higher. Feeder heifers steady to 3.00 higher. Steer and heifer calves sold 1.00-3.00 lower. Demand moderate for feeder cattle prices as grain prices rose. Demand for calves moderate with short weaned or un-weaned calves showing the least demand. Weather was hot and dry the last part of September, however late week storms has brought cooler temps and some much needed rain. Slaughter cows sold steady to 2.00 lower. Slaughter bulls 1.00 lower. Cow numbers continue large at auction barns with 3/4 of the head counts headed to the packer. September's lack of rain has cow culling taking place somewhat early.Supply included: 87% Feeder Cattle (57% Steers, 0% Dairy Steers, 37% Heifers, 5% Bulls); 10% Slaughter Cattle (88% Cows, 12% Bulls); 3% Replacement Cattle (85% Bred Cows, 5% Bred Heifers, 10% Cow-Calf Pairs). Feeder cattle supply over 600 lbs was 56%.
LIVESTOCK SUMMARY Current Week Last Reported 9/20/2021 Last Year Total Receipts: 27,482 27,955 26,028 Feeder Cattle: 23,926(87.1%) 24,995(89.4%) 22,857(87.8%) Slaughter Cattle: 2,742(10.0%) 2,414(8.6%) 2,065(7.9%) Replacement Cattle: 814(3.0%) 546(2.0%) 1,106(4.2%)
Feeder Steers
| Weight | Min | Avg | Max | Approx* |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 200-300 | $-- | |||
| 300-400 | 166 | 190 | 207 | $664 |
| 400-500 | $-- | |||
| 500-600 | $-- | |||
| 600-700 | $-- | |||
| 700-800 | $-- |
Feeder Heifers
| Weight | Min | Avg | Max | Approx* |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 200-300 | $-- | |||
| 300-400 | 130 | 148 | 169 | $517 |
| 400-500 | 122 | 140 | 173 | $630 |
| 500-600 | 123 | 141 | 155 | $775 |
| 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 | $74 | $85 | $93 |