EVLX Koonwarra Cattle Market Report

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Report Date: 29th September 2026

Total Yarding: 1,688

Commentary

There were approximately 1,450 export and 220 young cattle penned representing an increase of 100 head week-on-week. Most of the regular buyers were present, with the return of an export processor, and operating in a dearer market in places. Quality was limited with prime cattle in short supply and manufacturing grades making up most of the sale. The limited selection of finished trade cattle held firm while secondary and plainer young lots eased in line with quality. Grown steers and heifers improved slightly. Friesian manufacturing steers lifted slightly while well finished heavy crossbreds kicked 25c/kg. Cows sold from firm to 10c/kg dearer and more in places. Heavy bulls eased 10c/kg.

Yearling trade steers sold from 470c to 520c/kg. Yearling heifers to the trade made between 440c and 540c/kg. Grown steers and bullocks sold between 452c and 493c/kg. Heavy grown heifers with finish made from 430c to 466c/kg.

Heavy Friesian manufacturing steers sold from 391c to 430c with the crossbred portion from 440c to 478c/kg. Most light and medium weight cows made between 270c and 396c/kg. Heavy weight cows sold mostly between 335c and 432c/kg. Heavy bulls made from 436c to 488c/kg.

Market reporter: Brendan Fletcher.