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Cattle still hitting auctions in numbers

Yet prices are staying relatively steady even in the face of the deliveries

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Cattle sold at the major Manitoba auctions for the week ended Nov. 9 saw prices vary, with some dropping and others holding steady depending on the weight category. “Generally they’re fairly steady. That’s always a positive,” said Allan Munroe of Killarney Auction Mart in Killarney. Killarney’s Nov. 7 auction saw 700- to 800-lb. feeder steers
Cows herded in to holding pen
Livestock Markets, Markets

Manitoba cattle market defies trend

The province’s geographic proximity to significant 
domestic markets is coming into play

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Ontario and Quebec interest continues to buoy prices at Manitoba cattle auctions. “Pound for pound, on the good end of the calves, we’re probably still $5 to $7 per hundredweight better than they (Alberta) are,” said Rick Wright of Heartland Order Buying Co. On Oct. 31, good 600-lb. steers at Virden, Man., were attracting prices
Manitoba cattle market better than rest of Prairies
Livestock Markets, Markets

Manitoba cattle market better than rest of Prairies

Geography is working in favour of local producers, with more nearby market options

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While cattle prices are starting to soften across most of Western Canada, Manitoba is finding itself as the exception. “In Manitoba things aren’t looking too bad. They’ve got some options there, their price has almost been a premium, or some of the strongest in Western Canada,” said Brian Perillat, manager and senior analyst at Canfax.
Neither trick nor treat at recent sheep and goat sale
Livestock Markets, Markets

Neither trick nor treat at recent sheep and goat sale

Sheep and goat markets are near full capacity, but prices stayed mostly firm

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It might be the last taste of summer, but winter was in the wings at the latest sheep and goat sale at Winnipeg Livestock Auction. With colder weather approaching hair lambs are beginning to make their way into the ring, part of a 350-head sale October 17. In the sheep sale buyers appeared to be
Fall cattle run in full swing
Livestock Markets, Markets

Fall cattle run in full swing

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

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

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

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

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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
Cattle prices hold steady as fall run slowly begins
Livestock Markets, Markets

Cattle prices hold steady as fall run slowly begins

Producers still plan to cull cattle to fit feed supplies

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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
Wet weather supportive for Manitoba’s cattle markets
Livestock Markets, Markets

Wet weather supportive for Manitoba’s cattle markets

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

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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.
Livestock Markets, Markets

Manitoba auctions attract lots of lighter cattle

Feeder markets are expected steady through to Christmas

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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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