Iowa Weekly Cattle Auction Summary
Archived Report
8/6/2022
Total Run: 10,256
Market Notes
Compared to last week, slaughter choice steers and heifers sold steady to 1.00 lower. Feeder steers and heifers sold on a light test due to light receipts last week, however a weak undertone was noted.Supply included: 84% Feeder Cattle (62% Steers, 38% Heifers, 0% Bulls); 16% Slaughter Cattle (49% Steers, 6% Dairy Steers, 32% Heifers, 6% Cows, 3% Bulls, 4% Dairy Heifers). Feeder cattle supply over 600 lbs was 86%.
LIVESTOCK SUMMARY Current Week Last Reported 7/25/2022 Last Year Total Receipts: 10,256 4,800 8,435 Feeder Cattle: 8,569(83.6%) 2,965(61.8%) 6,159(73.0%) Slaughter Cattle: 1,687(16.4%) 1,835(38.2%) 2,276(27.0%)
Feeder Steers
| Weight | Min | Avg | Max | Approx* |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 200-300 | $-- | |||
| 300-400 | 209 | 230 | 244 | $805 |
| 400-500 | 197.5 | 219 | 240 | $986 |
| 500-600 | 175 | 207 | 235 | $1,136 |
| 600-700 | 163 | 193 | 204 | $1,257 |
| 700-800 | 160 | 182 | 203 | $1,364 |
Feeder Heifers
| Weight | Min | Avg | Max | Approx* |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 200-300 | $-- | |||
| 300-400 | 212 | 212 | 0.0000 | $742 |
| 400-500 | 182.5 | 202 | 214 | $909 |
| 500-600 | 161 | 181 | 191 | $996 |
| 600-700 | 148 | 172 | 191 | $1,116 |
| 700-800 | 142 | 168 | 175.25 | $1,262 |
*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 | $79 | $101 | $123 |