Missouri (East Central) Weekly Cattle Auction Summary
Archived Report
5/13/2023
Total Run: 3,960
Market Notes
Compared to last week, steers steady to 2.00 lower, except several under 500 lb 5.00 to 10.00 higher. Heifers uneven from 3.00 lower to 6.00 higher. Slaughter cows steady to 1.00 higher.Supply included: 91% Feeder Cattle (55% Steers, 42% Heifers, 4% Bulls); 8% Slaughter Cattle (94% Cows, 6% Bulls); 1% Replacement Cattle (100% Bred Cows). Feeder cattle supply over 600 lbs was 17%.
LIVESTOCK SUMMARY Current Week Last Reported 5/1/2023 Last Year Total Receipts: 3,960 3,945 3,575 Feeder Cattle: 3,594(90.8%) 3,568(90.4%) 3,197(89.4%) Slaughter Cattle: 336(8.5%) 362(9.2%) 303(8.5%) Replacement Cattle: 30(0.8%) 15(0.4%) 75(2.1%)
Feeder Steers
| Weight | Min | Avg | Max | Approx* |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 200-300 | $-- | |||
| 300-400 | 271 | 282 | 287 | $988 |
| 400-500 | 252.5 | 270 | 276 | $1,215 |
| 500-600 | $-- | |||
| 600-700 | $-- | |||
| 700-800 | $-- |
Feeder Heifers
| Weight | Min | Avg | Max | Approx* |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 200-300 | 251 | 252 | 254 | $630 |
| 300-400 | 229 | 243 | 256 | $852 |
| 400-500 | 222 | 240 | 252 | $1,082 |
| 500-600 | 207 | 227 | 245 | $1,248 |
| 600-700 | 190 | 208 | 217.5 | $1,351 |
| 700-800 | 190 | 197 | 201 | $1,481 |
*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 | $105 | $117 | $135 |