Bairnsdale Cattle Report

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Report Date: 26th August 2026

Total Yarding: 172

Commentary

There were approximately 140 export and 30 young cattle penned representing an increase of 40 head week-on-week. The regular orders were operating in a cheaper market in places. Quality improved in the small selection of trade cattle while cows remained the dominant portion of the sale. Trade demand held firm. The few grown lots eased slightly. Cows sold up to 10c/kg easier. Heavy bulls gave back 10c/kg.

A pen of yearling steers with some finish sold for 475c/kg to a local restocker. Yearling heifers to the trade made between 455c and 510c/kg. A few grown heifers sold between 420c and 455c/kg. Most light and medium weight cows made from 320c to 355c/kg. Heavy weight cows sold mostly from 370c to 425c/kg. Heavy bulls made between 425c and 478c/kg.

Market reporter: Brendan Fletcher.