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Kingsville Livestock Auction

Archived Report

5/17/2022

Total Run: 2,231

Market Notes

Compared to last week, feeders sold uneven as steers sold steady to 5.00 higher with the gain on those weighing 600-725 lbs, while heifer calves traded 3.00-6.00 lower and yearling heifers sold steady to 3.00 lower. Demand was good for a moderate supply. More yearlings were on hand this week for buyers to work with, including a couple loads along with several groups of quality calves. A good portion of the calves were un-weaned. Slaughter cows sold steady to 1.00 lower except the lean cows which traded 3.00-5.00 lower. Slaughter bulls sold mostly steady.

Supply included: 84% Feeder Cattle (52% Steers, 46% Heifers, 2% Bulls); 13% Slaughter Cattle (80% Cows, 20% Bulls); 3% Replacement Cattle (100% Stock Cows). Feeder cattle supply over 600 lbs was 48%. AUCTION This Week Last Reported 5/10/2022 Last Year Total Receipts: 2,231 2,117 1,531 Feeder Cattle: 1,870(83.8%) 1,732(81.8%) 1,371(89.5%) Slaughter Cattle: 301(13.5%) 335(15.8%) 135(8.8%) Replacement Cattle: 60(2.7%) 50(2.4%) 25(1.6%)

Feeder Steers

Weight Min Avg Max Approx*
200-300 $--
300-400 214.5 215 0.0000 $751
400-500 200.5 210 221.75 $946
500-600 176 189 200.5 $1,042
600-700 158 177 193.5 $1,153
700-800 159.5 169 174.75 $1,269

Feeder Heifers

Weight Min Avg Max Approx*
200-300 $--
300-400 177 185 190 $647
400-500 167 173 181.5 $779
500-600 150 161 165.5 $886
600-700 146 153 160 $992
700-800 143 152 154.75 $1,142

*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 $85 $99 $115

Total Run