Weekly Cattle Sale Report: Dubbo Yards Overview

Market Summary

Yarding: 5465 | Change: -45

Quality and Composition

The yarding numbers remained consistent with a total of 5465 head of cattle. The quality of the cattle was notably good, featuring a strong mix of prime cattle across all sections. There was also a significant number of young cattle suitable for feeders, along with a fair supply of weaners appealing to backgrounders and restockers.

Pricing Trends

Young Cattle to Trade

Young cattle intended for trade remained stable, with prime vealers and yearlings selling between 380c and 474c/kg. The feeder steers and lightweight feeder heifers experienced a price increase of up to 20c/kg, while heavier feeder heifers saw a rise of 5c/kg. Prices for feeder steers ranged from 380c to 510c/kg, and feeder heifers sold for 326c to 455c/kg.

Young Cattle for Restockers

Young cattle intended for restockers saw a significant uptick in prices, with young steers reaching as high as 588c/kg and restocker heifers selling up to 440c/kg.

Grown Cattle Dynamics

Grown steers and heifers maintained firm pricing, with prime grown steers selling between 420c and 477c/kg, and prime grown heifers fetching between 420c and 459c/kg. The market for cows showed a price increase of up to 20c/kg, with 2 and 3 scores selling from 320c to 404c/kg. Prime heavy weight cows commanded prices from 390c to 420c, averaging 410c/kg. Cows sold to restockers were priced at 358c/kg, and heavy bulls reached 399c/kg.

Conclusion

This report underscores the strong performance of the Dubbo saleyards, with various cattle categories showing resilient pricing and demand. The market reflects ongoing stability, presenting opportunities for producers and buyers alike.

Report produced by David Monk.

Source: NLRS. For the full NLRS Dubbo sale report, click here.