Yearling prices in Western Canada reached their highest levels in two years as top-quality 800-pound steers in southern Alberta were trading in the range of $112 to $115 per hundredweight. Stronger fed cattle prices and tighter yearling numbers have resulted in the firmer tone. Lighter-weight 6-weight calves were being purchased in the range of $110
Klassen: Yearling market makes two-year highs
Klassen: Broad-based commodity rally supports feeders
Feeder cattle prices were steady to $1 higher in comparison to the previous week as stronger live cattle prices spilled over into local auction markets. The beginning of the yearling run is always quite strong and this year is no different with renewed optimism in the feedlot sector. Live cattle futures are making new highs
Klassen: Higher corn values weigh on feeder cattle
Feeder cattle prices in Western Canada were uneven over the past week, with certain locations showing $1 to $2 higher while others were $1 to $2 lower. Very little activity was noted in Manitoba and Saskatchewan and with the lighter volume it was difficult to get a handle on the actual price structure. U.S. markets
Klassen: stronger beef demand and positive margins support feeder cattle
Feeder cattle in Western Canada were steady to $1 higher on average last week, with active feedlot demand chasing good-quality cattle. In Southern Alberta, seven-weight steers were selling for $114 to $120 while cattle in the 800- to 900-pound category were bringing back $103 to $106. Oklahoma markets saw cattle weighing 750 pounds bring back
Klassen: look for feeder prices to strengthen Sept.-Oct.
Western Canadian feeder cattle prices continue to ratchet higher due to spillover strength from the fed cattle. Prices for seven-weight steers were steady to $2 higher last week but volumes were rather light. Many auction markets are still in holiday mode and few cattlemen are willing to put grassers on the market at this time.
Klassen: Larger sales set stage for fall feeder run
Feeder cattle prices in Western Canada were steady to $2 higher last week; volumes were rather light with many auction markets still closed for summer holidays. There are not many cattle coming on the market in Western Canada, which makes it difficult to get a handle on the current price structure. Fed cattle were selling
Klassen: Feeder cattle feel vulnerable
Feeder cattle prices in Western Canada were steady to $1 higher over the holiday week while U.S. values were steady to $3 higher. Volumes were rather light and many sales barns were closed. Canadian feeder cattle exports have dropped under 2,000 head per week, with little buying interest surfacing for the few feeders coming available.
Klassen: Feeder cattle market turns quiet
Feeder cattle prices in Western Canada were $1 to $3 higher this past week for calves weighing less than 700 pounds. Prices were slightly softer for heavier feeders in Saskatchewan and Manitoba, while regular demand in Alberta kept prices firm. Available feeder cattle numbers are dwindling and this upcoming week will be very slow, with
Klassen: Feeder cattle prices bounce
Feeder cattle prices are $2 to $4 higher for the second week in a row. Prices have bounced off the recent lows as the available supplies begin to decline. Auction markets are experiencing the seasonal slowdown while buyers are contending with excessive rain. Alberta and Saskatchewan feedlot conditions remain poor, with cattle up their bellies
Klassen: Feeder cattle percolate higher
Cash feeder prices in Western Canada were $1 to $3 higher last week. Demand was steady for 6- to 7-weight cattle but buying interest picked up for feeders in the 8-weight and heavier category. Export movement has slowed with weekly numbers under 5,000 head per week; however, U.S. order buyers were showing interest for the