Iowa Weekly Cattle Auction Summary
Archived Report
2/6/2021
Total Run: 16,598
Market Notes
Compared to last week : Choice steers and heifers steady. Feeder steers 400/599 lbs 1.00 to 11.00 higher, 600/949 lbs 1.00 to 9.00 lower. Feeder heifers 400/449 lbs 4.00 higher, 450/499 lbs 4.00 lower, 500/549 lbs 3.00 higher, 550/749 lbs 1.00 to 6.00 lower, 750/799 lbs 2.00 higher, 800/949 lbs 1.00 to 4.00 lower.Supply included: 95% Feeder Cattle (59% Steers, 41% Heifers, 0% Bulls); 5% Slaughter Cattle (40% Steers, 48% Heifers, 10% Cows, 2% Bulls). Feeder cattle supply over 600 lbs was 75%.
LIVESTOCK SUMMARY Current Week Last Reported 1/25/2021 Last Year Total Receipts: 16,598 10,280 14,510 Feeder Cattle: 15,704(94.6%) 9,131(88.8%) 13,342(92.0%) Slaughter Cattle: 894(5.4%) 1,149(11.2%) 1,168(8.0%)
Feeder Steers
| Weight | Min | Avg | Max | Approx* |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 200-300 | 203 | 203 | 0.0000 | $508 |
| 300-400 | 178 | 189 | 198 | $662 |
| 400-500 | 165 | 178 | 193.5 | $799 |
| 500-600 | 146 | 164 | 188.5 | $900 |
| 600-700 | 136.5 | 149 | 163.75 | $967 |
| 700-800 | 129.5 | 140 | 150.75 | $1,048 |
Feeder Heifers
| Weight | Min | Avg | Max | Approx* |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 200-300 | $-- | |||
| 300-400 | 146 | 161 | 176.5 | $564 |
| 400-500 | 136 | 149 | 170 | $671 |
| 500-600 | 128.5 | 142 | 155.75 | $779 |
| 600-700 | 122 | 135 | 144.5 | $875 |
| 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 | $107 | $114 | $117 |