Nearly 1200 cattle took some time to sell at Stortford Lodge last Wednesday. In general prices softened, though by varying degrees. Two-year traditional heifers, 353-427kg, made $2.93-$3.02/kg, and Friesian bulls, 460-530kg, lost 19-26c/kg to finish at $3.32-$3.36/kg. Yearling Hereford-Friesian heifers held value at an average of $965, $3.29/kg.
There was a market adjustment for lambs, with prices back on recent levels. A few small lines reached $132-$161, but most were medium types. Small cryptorchid, male and mixed-sex lambs made $73-$104.
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2-year traditional steers, 480-590kg, came back 20c/kg to $3.37/kg
2-year Hereford-Friesian steers, 511-564kg, eased to $3.05-$3.10/kg
Yearling Charolais-cross steers, 355-410kg, were a highlight at $1527-$1530
Yearling traditional heifers, 325-395kg, eased to $3.24/kg
Medium Romney cryptorchid lambs made $107-$126
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