Meanwhile, weaner heifers under 200kg sold for up to 348c/kg and averaged 312c/kg, with those in the 200-280kg range fetching 360c/kg on average.
Yearling steers in the 200-280kg category reached a high of 438c/kg and averaged 350c/kg, while those in the 280-330kg range topped at 452c/kg and averaged 380c/kg.
Yearling heifers were also in strong demand, with prices ranging from 208c/kg to 354c/kg depending on weight and quality.
Grown steers weighing between 500-600kg sold for up to 349c/kg, while bullocks over 600kg reached 350c/kg.
Quality cows experienced increased demand from processors, with 2 score cows selling for 200c/kg to 269c/kg and 3 score cows over 520kg making up to 300c/kg.
Bulls over 600kg topped at 298c/kg, while those in the 450-600kg range sold for 274c/kg to 300c/kg.
Additionally, a large yarding of western bred cows and calves fetched prices ranging from $1280/unit to $1820/unit.
Overall, the market at Roma Saleyards this week was described as firm to slightly dearer, with strong buyer interest and active bidding throughout the sale.
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The recent cattle sales at Roma Saleyards have shown strong prices across different weight ranges, with steers and heifers fetching top dollar in various categories. Steers in the 280-330kg range reached 452c/kg and averaged 397c/kg, while steers in the 330-400kg range reached 452c/kg and averaged 385c/kg. Feeder steers in the 400-500kg range topped at 400c/kg and averaged 353c/kg.
Notable sales include SD & MJ Russell from Willara, Augathella, who sold Charolais cross steers to 452c/kg, with a top price of $1,582 and an average of $1,412. Their Charolais cross heifers also sold well at 338c/kg, reaching a top of $1,056 and averaging $1,000. WJ & EC Groat Family Trust from Gracemere, Forestvale, sold Droughtmaster cross steers to 446c/kg, with a top price of $1,632 and an average of $1,257. The South Devon cross heifers from the same property sold to 328c/kg, reaching a top of $1,140 and averaging $821.
Other notable sales include Parklane Grazing from Parklane, Drillham, who sold Angus cross steers to 438c/kg, reaching a top of $1,510 and averaging $1,340. AF & MF Douglas from Springfield, Mitchell, sold Droughtmaster cross steers to 438c/kg, with a top price of $1,447 and an average of $1,310. Euthulla Holdings Pty Ltd from Euthulla, Roma, sold Charolais cross steers to 424c/kg, reaching a top of $1,474 and averaging $1,360.
In the heifer category, Campbell Pastoral Holdings from Greenhills, Mitchell, sold Santa Gertrudis cross heifers to 340c/kg, with a top price of $1,120 and an average of $1,044. Spartan Pastoral from Werren sold Santa Gertrudis cross heifers to 336c/kg, reaching a top of $1,060 and averaging $883. Bundulla Grazing from Brenian, Roma, sold Angus cross heifers to 314c/kg, with a top price of $1,944 and an average of $1,441.
Cows also fetched good prices, with Bass Cattle Co from Muldoon, Mugallala, selling Santa Gertrudis cows to 295c/kg, reaching a top of $1,926 and averaging $1,588. Bruce Briscoe from Gooimbah, Injune, sold Santa Gertrudis cows to 292c/kg, with a top price of $1,972 and an average of $1,644. Jake & Tahnee Towns from Eromanga sold Charolais cross cows and calves, reaching a top price of $1,820 and averaging $1,659.
Overall, the cattle sales at Roma Saleyards have seen strong prices across different categories, reflecting the current market demand for quality livestock. The consistent high prices indicate a positive outlook for the cattle industry in the region.
(Source: Roma Saleyards/Maranoa Regional Council, NLRS) the title “The Importance of Mental Health in the Workplace”
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