Iowa Weekly Cattle Auction Summary
Archived Report
7/31/2021
Total Run: 2,549
Market Notes
Compared to last week: Choice steers and heifers .50 to 1.50 higher. Feeder steers 600 to 899 lbs steady to 14.00 higher on limited offering. Feeder heifers 500 to 699 lbs 4.00 to 9.00 higher, 700 to 799 lbs 5.00 to 8.00 lower.Supply included: 60% Feeder Cattle (50% Steers, 50% Heifers); 40% Slaughter Cattle (48% Steers, 4% Dairy Steers, 27% Heifers, 18% Cows, 3% Bulls). Feeder cattle supply over 600 lbs was 96%.
LIVESTOCK SUMMARY Current Week Last Reported 7/19/2021 Last Year Total Receipts: 2,549 4,396 3,346 Feeder Cattle: 1,518(59.6%) 2,503(56.9%) 1,777(53.1%) Slaughter Cattle: 1,031(40.4%) 1,893(43.1%) 1,569(46.9%)
Feeder Steers
| Weight | Min | Avg | Max | Approx* |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 200-300 | $-- | |||
| 300-400 | $-- | |||
| 400-500 | 183 | 183 | 0.0000 | $824 |
| 500-600 | 178 | 179 | 181 | $984 |
| 600-700 | 159 | 169 | 178 | $1,098 |
| 700-800 | 154.5 | 162 | 168.5 | $1,213 |
Feeder Heifers
| Weight | Min | Avg | Max | Approx* |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 200-300 | $-- | |||
| 300-400 | 164 | 164 | 0.0000 | $574 |
| 400-500 | 169 | 169 | 0.0000 | $761 |
| 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 | $114 | $125 | $131 |