Tuesday, March 19, 2024

Palmerston cattle fair 28.09

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The first Palmerston spring cattle fair on Friday 28th September met expectations, with solid demand for traditional cattle in particular. Around 1250 were offered and buyers mainly hailed from Central Otago, though South Canterbury and Southland also participated.
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Two- year traditional steers made $3.20-$3.40/kg and beef-Friesian, $3.00-$3.10/kg. Heifers were mainly traditional cattle and ranged from $2.80/kg up to $3.00/kg.

Traditional cattle also dominated in the yearling pens with very good results posted. Heavy steers, 320-360kg, earned $3.50-$3.70/kg, with lighter lines coming in at $4.00-$4.40/kg. Heifer numbers were limited but those offered made $3.40-$3.80/kg. Hereford bulls sold for breeding at $4.40-$4.50/kg.

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