Temuka prime cattle and all sheep 3.05

There was a noticeable reduction in dairy cows at Temuka last Monday. They largely made $1.10/kg to $1.26/kg. The reduced volume was offset by an increased contribution of steers and prime cows. Steers, 500-549kg, largely made $2.20/kg to $2.32/kg while the prime cows were traditional types that sold for a consistent $1.30/kg to $1.43/kg across a wide weight range. Many of the heifers were lighter types that were selectively bought. Mixed-sex dominated the store lambs with heavy lines $102-$119 and medium pens $77-$100. The upper end of the prime lambs made $160-$178 while the majority earned $130-$159. Read more in your LivestockEye.