GVLX Shepparton Cattle Sale Report

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Report Date: 5th May 2026

Total Yarding: 1,100

Commentary

There were 725 exports and 370 trade cattle yarded, amongst the exports were 480 cows. Prices lifted particularly for the dairy portion which saw jumps of 10c to 35c/kg, heavy beef cows also met increases. Very few heavy steers this sale. An additional exporter was present. Trade cattle showed mix price trends, however there was a better lineup of finished, supplementary fed cattle.

Young cattle competition was mixed, more strength was seen on the heavier steers suited for the feedlots. The best of the vealers made to 528c/kg, with the bulk ranging from 410 to 510c/kg. The supplementary fed yearling steers reached 526c/kg, with most making from 440 to 526c/kg to av 485c/kg. The yearling heifer portion made from 430c to 489c/kg.

Limited numbers of heavy grown steers saw prices from 439c to 478c/kg. The heavy beef cows ranged from 320c to 378c/kg, while the dairy portion made from 290c to 358c/kg.