Iowa Weekly Cattle Auction Summary
Archived Report
8/7/2021
Total Run: 8,435
Market Notes
Compared to last week: Choice steers and heifers steady to firm. Feeder steers 500to 549 lbs 8.00 higher, 600 to 649 lbs 3.00 lower, 650 to 949 lbs 3.00 to 9.00 higher. Feeder heifers 450 to 849 lbs steady to 12.00 higher, 850 to 949 lbs 2.00 to 3.00 higher.Supply included: 73% Feeder Cattle (64% Steers, 36% Heifers); 27% Slaughter Cattle (48% Steers, 9% Dairy Steers, 27% Heifers, 10% Cows, 2% Bulls, 4% Dairy Heifers). Feeder cattle supply over 600 lbs was 80%.
LIVESTOCK SUMMARY Current Week Last Reported 7/26/2021 Last Year Total Receipts: 8,435 2,549 2,642 Feeder Cattle: 6,159(73.0%) 1,518(59.6%) 1,624(61.5%) Slaughter Cattle: 2,276(27.0%) 1,031(40.4%) 1,018(38.5%)
Feeder Steers
| Weight | Min | Avg | Max | Approx* |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 200-300 | $-- | |||
| 300-400 | 196 | 212 | 218 | $740 |
| 400-500 | 182 | 191 | 201.5 | $859 |
| 500-600 | 172.5 | 185 | 192.5 | $1,017 |
| 600-700 | 164 | 173 | 179 | $1,122 |
| 700-800 | 158 | 166 | 171 | $1,245 |
Feeder Heifers
| Weight | Min | Avg | Max | Approx* |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 200-300 | $-- | |||
| 300-400 | 180 | 180 | 0.0000 | $630 |
| 400-500 | 164 | 170 | 177 | $766 |
| 500-600 | 159 | 168 | 176 | $923 |
| 600-700 | 151 | 155 | 170 | $1,005 |
| 700-800 | 144.5 | 152 | 157 | $1,138 |
*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 | $113 | $126 | $132 |