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Fall cattle run in full swing

A later run and shortage of feed may be causing even bigger volumes than usual

By Phil Franz-Warkentin October 26, 2018

Manitoba’s cattle auctions were busy during the week ended Oct. 19, as the fall run hit its full stride. “I think every barn had their biggest sale of the year so far,” said Rick Wright of Heartland Order Buying. While big volumes are normal for this time of year, he said cattle were coming to

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Auction marts’ fall run so far comparable to years past

Chances for warmer weather ahead may divert producers

By Ashley Robinson - MarketsFarm October 19, 2018

Cattle numbers for the first official week of the fall run at auction marts across Manitoba were in line with years past and values were steady from the previous week. “I think that’s just kind of part of the volume that’s going to be coming at every auction in the next six weeks. Every auction

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High demand for feeder lambs seen at Oct. 3 sheep, goat sale

Selection limited, but prices were higher for dairy rather than meat goats

By Mark Elliot October 15, 2018

Bidding prices for lightweight lambs at the Oct. 3 Winnipeg Livestock Auction increased slightly compared to the last sale, possibly due to the limited selection. However, 248 sheep and goats were delivered and young, tender Manitoba lamb could be on more local tables this year. There appeared to be no price difference between wool and

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Cattle prices hold steady as fall run slowly begins

Producers still plan to cull cattle to fit feed supplies

By Phil Franz-Warkentin October 12, 2018

The fall cattle run is off to a slow start in Manitoba this year, as improving pasture conditions kept some cattle away from the markets a little longer than normal. Prices for what was moving during the week ended Oct. 5 were steady at most markets, although seasonal pressure should pick up in the weeks

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Wet weather supportive for Manitoba’s cattle markets

A weaker loonie and higher pork prices haven’t hurt, either

By Ashley Robinson - MarketsFarm October 5, 2018

Wet weather is holding producers back from rushing to sell their cattle in Western Canada, according to an analyst. “Volumes are a decent size, but they’re not burdensome by any means. (They’re) maybe slowed down a little bit by the weather and guys maybe reassessing if things are going to green up. It just takes

Cattle marketing year ended on an up note, Canadian Cattle Association vice-president Tyler Fulton says.

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Manitoba auctions attract lots of lighter cattle

Feeder markets are expected steady through to Christmas

By Terry Fries September 28, 2018

Harold Unrau, manager of Grunthal Livestock Auction Mart, has some advice for cattle producers who might be looking at thinning their herds. Look for other options first — sell calves early, maybe even potential replacement animals, depending on the situation — before selling cows. “It’s a bad time to reduce your herd, because butcher cows

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Scorched pastures, limited feed heat up the fall run

Killarney reports a large run in its first sale of the fall

By Ashley Robinson - MarketsFarm September 21, 2018

It was a great start to the fall auction season at Killarney Auction Mart, as the southwestern livestock market recorded its largest start for the fall run in recent memory. There were “a lot of cows and a lot of yearlings that would be spread out over the next month (but instead sold at) this

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Ample supply of sheep, goats as festival season wraps up

Lower bids marked the end of this market cycle,  while animal numbers held up

By Mark Elliot September 17, 2018

As the Muslim festival of Eid wrapped up, a small sale was expected. However, 600 goats and sheep arrived at Winnipeg Livestock Auction for the September 5 sale. In some cases the animals appeared to be culls, but the size of the sale represented a general reluctance to carry or hold extra animals. The sheep

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Cattle volumes on lighter side as fall run draws near

Dry weather and a dearth of truckers weigh on producers

By Dave Sims September 14, 2018

As the cattle market gears up for the annual fall run, producers in Manitoba are grappling with dry pastures and looming transportation issues. “The pasture issues are extremely serious; we’re bordering in some regions on drought conditions and have been for the past two to three weeks,” said Rick Wright of Heartland Order Buying Co.

Manitoba cattle producers fear they’ll be sending more stock than usual to auction this fall as a feed shortfall looms.

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Manitoba cattle values steady with Ontario, U.S. interest

Producers face both higher feed costs and a falling loonie

By Terry Fries September 7, 2018

Manitoba cattle auctions reported strong prices this week amid good interest from the U.S. and Ontario. Prices slipped slightly, but remain at relatively strong levels, according to Manitoba Beef Producers general manager Brian Lemon and Brian Perillat of cattle market analysis firm Canfax. “Prices are still down a bit. But they are still softening from

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Livestock Markets

Fall cattle run in full swing

Auction marts’ fall run so far comparable to years past

High demand for feeder lambs seen at Oct. 3 sheep, goat sale

Cattle prices hold steady as fall run slowly begins

Wet weather supportive for Manitoba’s cattle markets

Manitoba auctions attract lots of lighter cattle

Scorched pastures, limited feed heat up the fall run

Ample supply of sheep, goats as festival season wraps up

Cattle volumes on lighter side as fall run draws near

Manitoba cattle values steady with Ontario, U.S. interest

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