Leongatha Cattle Market Report

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Report Date: 27th March 2025

Total Yarding: 2,601

Commentary

There were approximately 2,600 head penned representing a decrease of 1800 head week-on-week. Quality was good with nearly 500 Angus steers over 400kg and only limited numbers of Dairy cattle and their crosses. There was a smaller crowd present however feedlot competition was strong for heavy steers while most local agencies were represented. Prices were firm throughout most of the sale however weaner steers under 280kg lost up to $150/head while heifers over 300kg enjoyed slightly stronger bidding.

The top of the weaner steers made $1,690/head for 14 Angus weighed at 405kg or 417c/kg. Steers in this category averaged $1,441/head at 365kg or 395c/kg. The top of the yearling steers made $2,320/head for 13 Angus weighed at 571kg or 406c/kg. Steers in this category averaged $1,873/head at 467kg or 401c/kg.

The top of the weaner heifers made $1,550/head for 26 Angus weighed at 400kg or 387c/kg. Heifers in this category averaged $1,268/head at 372kg or 341c/kg. The top of the yearling heifers made $1,640/head for 22 Angus weighed at 451kg or 364c/kg. Heifers in this category averaged $1,567/head at 433kg or 362c/kg. A mixed selection of cows with calves at foot sold from $1,200 to $2,000/outfit.

Market reporter: Brendan Fletcher.