Bairnsdale Cattle Report

Report Date: 18th March 2026

Total Yarding: 376

Commentary

There were approximately 320 export and 60 young cattle penned representing an increase of 50 head week-on-week. One order returned as another was absent with the regulars operating in a dearer market in places. Quality improved in the small trade run while grown lots were limited and cows represented most of the sale. Trade cattle improved in quality and price while some were discounted for excess weight. Grown lots improved slightly. Cows sold firm as heavy bulls gained 10c to 15c/kg.

Yearling trade steers sold from 442c to 544c/kg. Yearling heifers to the trade made between 416c and 562c/kg. A pen of grown steers made 455c/kg. Manufacturing steers sold between 412c and 450c/kg. Most light and medium weight cows made from 281c to 378c/kg. Heavy weight cows sold mostly from 360c to 424c/kg. Heavy bulls made between 430c and 465c/kg.

Market reporter: Brendan Fletcher.