Compared to last week, feeder steers and heifers sold steady to $4 higher, with most increases on stocker calves. Trade activity was fairly active on moderate to good demand. Spring was in full force this week, recent moisture and sunshine has pastures turning green.
Supply included: 88% Feeder Cattle (52% Steers, 0% Dairy Steers, 47% Heifers, 1% Bulls); 11% Slaughter Cattle (93% Cows, 7% Bulls); 1% Replacement Cattle (58% Stock Cows, 9% Bred Cows, 33% Cow-Calf Pairs). Feeder cattle supply over 600 lbs was 71%.
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