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Cattle Prices Ease Amid Quality Decline and High Sale Volumes

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Prices at Leongatha's weekly store cattle sale eased slightly following large sale volumes and an upcoming public holiday. Meat & Livestock Australia market reporter Brendan Fletcher noted that quality declined, with fewer breeder lines and a larger proportion of dairy cattle and their crosses. In lighter-weight categories, grazier demand eased significantly, driving prices down $100 to $200 or more in most grades.

From stockandland.com.au

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The decline in quality and easing demand directly impacted pricing across various cattle grades, affecting the trade of livestock. Heavy feeder lots sold for 10 to 20 cents a kilogram cheaper or up to $100 a head, while top weaner steers reached 550c/kg.

From stockandland.com.au

Who's involved

  • Brian McCormackNutrien South Gippsland Livestock auctioneer who commented on market trends
  • Brendan FletcherMeat & Livestock Australia market reporter who discussed quality decline

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