Missouri (East Central) Weekly Cattle Auction Summary
Archived Report
4/16/2022
Total Run: 2,192
Market Notes
Compared to last week, steers uneven from 8.00 lower to 3.00 higher, with the decline under 600 lbs. Heifers steady to 4.00 higher. Slaughter cows 1.00 to 4.00 lower.Supply included: 83% Feeder Cattle (54% Steers, 40% Heifers, 6% Bulls); 14% Slaughter Cattle (93% Cows, 7% Bulls); 3% Replacement Cattle (15% Stock Cows, 55% Bred Cows, 10% Bred Heifers, 20% Cow-Calf Pairs). Feeder cattle supply over 600 lbs was 18%.
LIVESTOCK SUMMARY Current Week Last Reported 4/4/2022 Last Year Total Receipts: 2,192 1,561 2,481 Feeder Cattle: 1,824(83.2%) 1,296(83.0%) 2,011(81.1%) Slaughter Cattle: 298(13.6%) 235(15.1%) 312(12.6%) Replacement Cattle: 70(3.2%) 30(1.9%) 158(6.4%)
Feeder Steers
| Weight | Min | Avg | Max | Approx* |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 200-300 | $-- | |||
| 300-400 | 206 | 215 | 223 | $754 |
| 400-500 | 191 | 207 | 223 | $932 |
| 500-600 | 165 | 189 | 209 | $1,041 |
| 600-700 | 150 | 165 | 182.5 | $1,072 |
| 700-800 | 150.25 | 159 | 163.5 | $1,190 |
Feeder Heifers
| Weight | Min | Avg | Max | Approx* |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 200-300 | 170 | 175 | 180 | $438 |
| 300-400 | 165 | 177 | 185 | $620 |
| 400-500 | 167 | 173 | 179 | $776 |
| 500-600 | 149 | 163 | 176 | $896 |
| 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 | $68 | $103 | $124 |