The dry summer meant that calves did not have the weight of the previous year, but were still a quality line up for the annual buyers on the bench.
Autumn-born lines were well sought after, and with the yarding predominately Hereford-Friesian, these gave a good indicator of prices. Heavier weaner prices were back on 2016 fair prices, with Hereford-Friesian steers, 190-250kg, making $710-$790, while 200-240kg heifers returned $600-$670. Medium types however held their value, and steers, 120-160kg, made $600-$670, while 108-110kg were steady at $480-$560. Lighter Hereford-Friesian heifers were harder to move and at 81-120kg, made $342-$465, while 184-185kg sold for $560-$570.
The top steer price was $960 for a small line of 346kg Charolais-cross, with their 308kg sisters taking top honours in the heifer section at $805.
