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Harward Brothers Livestock Market

Archived Report

4/3/2023

Total Run: 1,429

Market Notes

Compared to last week: Slaughter cattle were mostly steady, while feeder cattle were 4.00 to 6.00 higher. Trade and demand were moderate with heavy offerings. Quality of cattle was average.

Supply included: 68% Feeder Cattle (13% Steers, 2% Dairy Steers, 42% Heifers, 43% Bulls, 0% Dairy Heifers); 28% Slaughter Cattle (87% Cows, 13% Bulls); 4% Replacement Cattle (39% Bred Cows, 61% Cow-Calf Pairs). Feeder cattle supply over 600 lbs was 16%. AUCTION This Week Last Reported 3/27/2023 Last Year Total Receipts: 1,429 1,382 1,302 Feeder Cattle: 966(67.6%) 943(68.2%) 960(73.7%) Slaughter Cattle: 407(28.5%) 393(28.4%) 325(25.0%) Replacement Cattle: 56(3.9%) 46(3.3%) 17(1.3%)

Feeder Steers

Weight Min Avg Max Approx*
200-300 189 204 220 $509
300-400 195 214 238 $749
400-500 200 221 241 $994
500-600 213 226 233 $1,243
600-700 161 206 223 $1,336
700-800 134 161 182.5 $1,210

Feeder Heifers

Weight Min Avg Max Approx*
200-300 162.5 181 207.5 $454
300-400 160 177 207.5 $621
400-500 160 181 215 $813
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 $90 $113 $129

Total Run