The yarding of around 1050 steers featured mainly Angus and Angus-cross, and Charolais, with most calves in much heavier condition than last year. The heavier weight coupled with a lifting market meant vendors pocketed up to $130-$140 per head more than last year’s results, PGG Wrightson agent Ian Munro reported.
The top early-born calves sold to $1200, with top spring lines making around $1150. The market was particularly strong for medium weight calves as buyers worked to per head budgets, and these traded at $950-$1050, with lighter sorts making $800-$900. The fair had widespread support from Waikato, Manawatu, Bay of Plenty and King Country, though grass driven demand also brought a number of locals to the rails.
