Masterton joined the weaner fair action with 2400 sold last Wednesday. Steers made up the majority, and quality across all classes was high. Annual buyers came from Manawatu, Wanganui, Hawke’s Bay and local, but other buyers were limited. Prices came back on last year, though vendors met the market.
Top Angus steers sold for $970-$1040, while exotic lines mostly traded at $850-$1170. Top price was $1210 for Simmental-cross steers, and heifers of same breed sold to $915. Angus and Angus-Hereford heifers earned $590-$810.
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