Bairnsdale Cattle Report

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Report Date: 16th September 2026

Total Yarding: 311

Commentary

There were approximately 250 export and 60 young cattle penned representing an increase of 150 head week-on-week. Most of the usual buying group was present and operating in a cheaper market. Quality improved with a few more prime cattle and a better run of heavy cows. The few finished trade lots eased 10c/kg while restocker demand remained solid. Grown cattle eased 10c/kg. Cows gave back 5c to 12c/kg. Heavy bulls lost 5c/kg.

A few light weight steers made 510c/kg to a restocker. Yearling heifers suited to the trade sold from 433c to 480c/kg. Manufacturing steers made between 370c and 440c/kg. Grown heifers with some finish sold between 426c and 452c/kg. Most light and medium weight cows made from 342c to 400c/kg. Heavy weight cows sold mostly from 363c to 436c/kg. Heavy bulls made between 432c and 466c/kg.

Market reporter: Brendan Fletcher.