A reasonably small yarding of just over 500 head were penned at last week’s Matawhero cattle fair, made up of mostly weaners and cows. Quality weaner steers sold well with exotic, 260-320kg, earning $920-$1000, while lighter, 140-210kg, struggled more at $590-$650. Angus and Simmental-cross heifers, 260-265kg, made decent money at $680-$700.
Lesser quality in-calf heifers meant demand was soft in this market.
