Wagga Cattle Report
Report Date: 14th July 2025
Total Yarding: 2,870
Commentary
In another wintery yarding, cattle numbers remained steady, with a good percentage presented in secondary condition. Most export and domestic buyers were present at the sale, although there was a noticeable absence of feedlot orders and restocking inquiries. Despite this the market was robust and showed strength for a particular breed across all weight categories.
Trade heifers 400 to 500kg were the majority of cattle suitable for domestic processors, accompanied by a select few vealers. The vealers fetched prices ranging from 400-430c/kg, reflecting strong Victorian demand. Trade heifers were particularly sought after, especially those that were grain-assisted, with prices jumping by an impressive 43c,selling between 360-440c/kg. The feeder steer market was well supplied, with lighter weights 330-400kg seeing a modest gain of 2c, averaging 470c/kg. Medium weight feed steers experienced a notable uptick of 25c, with prices ranging from 396-498c/kg. Heavy feed steers, weighing between 500-600kg, improved by 8c, selling within the range of 382-472c/kg. Feeder heifers quality was mixed and prices at times reflected this. Lighter weight feeder heifers were unchanged selling from 356-428c/kg. Medium weight feeder heifers sold from 394c to 440c/kg.
Heavy steers and bullocks suitable for processors showed strong demand, with prices rising by up to 25c, selling between 382-428c/kg. Bullocks 600kg plus, intended for feeding topped out at 435c/kg. Well-shaped heavy heifers averaged a solid 393c/kg, further contributing to the positive market. The cow sale saw an increase in buyer participation, which positively impacted prices. Heavy cows gained 9c, averaging 362c/kg. However, the market for leaner cows under 520kg was more erratic, with prices fluctuating between 230-356c/kg.
