Previous Close Cattle Markets Summary
Cattle markets were generally firmer, supported by strong restocker and buyer competition, although reporting activity was limited with only one major sale providing market indicators.
The trends appear to be:
- Limited reporting volume, with Muchea providing the key market signal
- Strong restocker demand supporting young cattle values
- Weaner cattle attracting significant price gains
- Cow and bull markets trending higher
- Buyer competition remaining active across most categories
- Seasonal confidence continuing to support demand
Western Australia
Overall firm to dearer market, driven by strong restocker activity and broad buyer competition.
WA (Muchea) saw:
- Increased yarding of 1,075 head
- Strong competition across most categories
- Weaners lifting 30–40c/kg
- Cows and bulls selling dearer
- Restockers providing strong support to the market
Summary: A positive start to the week, with strong restocker demand and active buyer competition driving higher prices across most categories, particularly weaners, cows and bulls. Limited national reporting makes broader trends difficult to assess, but available indicators remain encouraging.
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Cattle yardings & reports
Queensland
- Sarina cattle report (SCA) (5/6). Full report available here.
New South Wales
- Armidale cattle report (DC) (4/6) View the latest report here.
- TRLX Tamworth store cattle report (RLX) (5/6) Watch the latest report here.
Victoria
- WVLX Mortlake store cattle report (RLX) (4/6). Watch the latest report here.
South AustraliaÂ
- No Reports
Western Australia
- Boyanup cattle report (Nutrien) (3/6) Watch the latest report here.