10c/kg premium for young bulls this week

At the end of the first quarter of 2024 the total intake at the factories is up almost 12,000 head on the same period last year.
10c/kg premium for young bulls this week

In general, the base for steers remains at 510-515c/kg and some reports of up to 520c/kg, "which is hard to get this week".

The stable trade for beef animals has continued at the factories for this week, with prices unchanged as the finishers come under more pressure from weather-related issues on their farms.

In general, the base for steers remains at 510-515c/kg and some reports of up to 520c/kg, "which is hard to get this week". Heifers are at a premium of 5c/kg over the steers on a base of 515-520c/kg and some larger lots making 525c/kg base.

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