CVLX Ballarat Cattle Report

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Report Date: 26th August 2026

Total Yarding: 230

Commentary

Numbers increased slightly to 230 head, the yarding mostly consisted of cows and a very limited number of young cattle mostly plainer types. All the regular buyers were present and active in a firm to softer market across all weight and grades.

Young steers sold from 480c to 506c, young heifers made from 456c to 480c for the better quality, while the plainer steers and heifers sold from 272c to 394c/kg. Grown Steers sold from 420c to 450c and grown heifers made 340c to 450c/kg.

Heavy cows sold to the trade from 380c to 415c, back 5c/kg. Medium and lighter weights made 320c to 392c and feeder types made to 390c/kg. Heavy bulls sold from 380c to 444c and the younger bulls made from 320c to 468c/kg.

Market reporter: Sheona Lamb