. Of note in particular was keen interest for younger bulls, as some buyers had managed to find space to kill older cattle and were able to re-enter the market.
R2 steer prices were fairly consistent and Hereford-Friesian had the quality, with 396-439kg firming to $2.73-$2.82/kg, while a line of seven Maine Anjou, 394kg, fetched $2.84/kg. Other steers of lesser quality still managed $2.58-$2.71/kg.
The heifer market also reflected a lift in interest and Hereford, 379-400kg, firmed to $2.65-$2.73/kg. Heavier Hereford-cross, 413-487kg, made $2.62-$2.67/kg, with other small lines also trading in those ranges.
Early born Angus & Angus-Hereford heifers, 245-321kg, proved popular as they traded at $815-$860, while eight Hereford-Friesian, 306kg, topped the section at $890.
The weaner bull market had a much bigger following with a number of buyers vying for attention. Friesian, 252kg, managed $685, with all other lines trading at $575-$635.
Steers and heifers also sold on an improved market and features in the steer pens included a line of 10 Angus, 241kg, $820, and Hereford-Friesian, 187-189kg, $735-$785. Angus-cross heifers sold to $850, while the top Hereford-Friesian made $745-$780, and 168-213kg, $600-$610.
