Mississippi Weekly Livestock Auction Summary
Archived Report
4/8/2023
Total Run: 7,287
Market Notes
Compared to last week: Feeder steers sold 2.00 to 8.00 higher. Feeder heifers sold 3.00 to 8.00 higher. Slaughter cows sold 1.00 to 5.00 higher. Slaughter bulls sold steady to 3.00 higher.Supply included: 72% Feeder Cattle (38% Steers, 0% Dairy Steers, 50% Heifers, 12% Bulls); 15% Slaughter Cattle (83% Cows, 17% Bulls); 13% Replacement Cattle (11% Stock Cows, 40% Bred Cows, 2% Bred Heifers, 46% Cow-Calf Pairs, 1% Bulls). Feeder cattle supply over 600 lbs was 24%.
LIVESTOCK SUMMARY Current Week Last Reported 3/27/2023 Last Year Total Receipts: 7,287 6,300 6,215 Feeder Cattle: 5,214(71.6%) 4,455(70.7%) 4,228(68.0%) Slaughter Cattle: 1,121(15.4%) 952(15.1%) 1,045(16.8%) Replacement Cattle: 952(13.1%) 893(14.2%) 942(15.2%)
Feeder Steers
| Weight | Min | Avg | Max | Approx* |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 200-300 | 226 | 251 | 267 | $629 |
| 300-400 | 222.5 | 250 | 288 | $875 |
| 400-500 | 200 | 233 | 258 | $1,050 |
| 500-600 | 205 | 218 | 254 | $1,199 |
| 600-700 | 170 | 199 | 217.5 | $1,294 |
| 700-800 | 148 | 176 | 200 | $1,320 |
Feeder Heifers
| Weight | Min | Avg | Max | Approx* |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 200-300 | 195 | 218 | 235 | $544 |
| 300-400 | 190 | 211 | 235 | $737 |
| 400-500 | 162 | 203 | 222.5 | $912 |
| 500-600 | 142 | 189 | 210 | $1,041 |
| 600-700 | 140 | 163 | 176 | $1,060 |
| 700-800 | 115 | 158 | 173 | $1,183 |
*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 | $86 | $114 | $130 |