Heifers under 200kg topped at 358c/kg and averaged 291c/kg, while heifers in the 200-280kg range reached 382c/kg and averaged 305c/kg. Heifers in the 280-330kg range reached 376c/kg and averaged 298c/kg, and heifers in the 330-400kg range reached 378c/kg and averaged 325c/kg.
Cows over 520kg topped at 312c/kg and averaged 295c/kg, while cows in the 400-520kg range sold from 200c to 278c/kg. Bulls over 600kg sold to 300c/kg, while bulls in the 450-600kg range sold from 260c to 318c/kg.
Overall, the market saw a strong showing with good buyer interest and active bidding. Vendors like Brian Murray and the Chandler family showcased quality livestock that fetched strong prices, reflecting the overall positive tone of the sale.
For more detailed information on the Roma Saleyards market report, you can visit the MLA website for the full NLRS report.
Stay tuned for next week’s Roma Store Sale to see how the market continues to perform.
Market Report: Livestock Sales at Roma Saleyards
Feeder steers in the 400-500kg range were in high demand at the recent Roma Saleyards auction. The top price reached 408c/kg, with an average of 370c/kg, indicating a strong market for quality cattle.
Plainby Pastoral Company from Plainby, Richmond, made a significant impact at the sale with their Santa Gertrudis cross steers selling for up to 536c/kg, fetching a top price of $1,665 and averaging $1,269.
WJ & CL Glasson of Cooper Ponds, Blackall, also saw success with their Santa Gertrudis cross steers reaching 498c/kg, selling for a top price of $1,331 and averaging $1,173. Their heifers sold for 345c/kg, with a top price of $1,209 and averaging $882.
Other notable sales included KC Chandler from Glentulloch, Injune, selling Simmental steers for 488c/kg, reaching a top price of $1,646 and averaging $1,402. The Simmental cross heifers sold for 378c/kg, with a top price of $1,243 and averaging $1,068.
SD & MJ Russell from Wodonga, Mungallala, sold Charolais cross steers for 468c/kg, reaching a top price of $1,511 and averaging $1,320. The Charolais cross heifers sold for 382c/kg, with a top price of $1,177 and averaging $1,038.
Overall, the market was strong for feeder steers and heifers, with prices reflecting the quality of the cattle on offer. Buyers were willing to pay top dollar for well-bred livestock, indicating a positive outlook for the industry.
Heifers in various weight ranges also saw good demand, with MJ & TC York from Hyde Park, Wallumbilla, selling Simmental cross heifers for 365c/kg, reaching a top price of $1,320 and averaging $1,224. CA Warrian from Blisworth, Injune, sold Euro cross heifers for 350c/kg, with a top price of $1,718 and averaging $1,630.
The cow market also performed well, with RJ & CL Anscombe from Mt Morris, Charleville, selling Droughtmaster cross cows for 310c/kg, reaching a top price of $1,708 and averaging $1,505. TW & AJ Bowen from Lolworth, Morven, sold Droughtmaster cross cows for 310c/kg, with a top price of $1,847 and averaging $1,580.
Overall, the Roma Saleyards auction was a success, with strong prices across all categories of livestock. The market reflects a positive outlook for the industry, with buyers showing confidence in the quality of cattle available.
Sources: Roma Saleyards/Maranoa Regional Council, NLRS
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