There was a small offering of around 200 head of cattle at Taranaki last Wednesday, and dry conditions and a drop in schedules were reflected in results. Heavier cattle continued to sell well, as 3-year Hereford-Friesian steers, 681kg, made $3.01/kg.
Two-year cattle softened and 403-445kg heifers dropped to $2.68-$2.73/kg.
Yearlings sold according to quality as 400kg Hereford-Friesian heifers traded at $2.71/kg though lighter types below this.
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Two-year beef-cross steers, 515-516kg, dropped to $2.77-$2.86/kg
Hill-bred, autumn-born yearling Hereford-Friesian steers, 345kg, made $3.22/kg
Owner-bred, yearling Hereford-Friesian steers, 323kg, sold well at $3.28/kg
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