Pricing “Aggressive” As Winter Weather Curtails Supplies

Aggressive pricing was reported at cattle auctions across Manitoba for the week ended Feb. 12. A mix of rain, snow, fog and freezing temperatures wreaked havoc on highways across the province and considerably reduced the number of animals on offer at auction yards. Taylor Auctions in Melita cancelled its weekly sale on account of poor

DWAYNE KLASSEN RNI

Asteady flow of cattle moved to the various cattle auction yards in Manitoba during the week ended Feb. 6. Prices, particularly for feeders, held fairly strong in view of steady demand from all outlets. Quality calves sold well while large discounts were evident on the second-and third-cut choices. “The cattle market in general again looked


Grass-weight cattle find local demand

Asteady flow of cattle moved to the various cattle auction yards in Manitoba during the week ended Feb. 6. Prices, particularly for feeders, held fairly strong in view of steady demand from all outlets. Quality calves sold well while large discounts were evident on the second-and third-cut choices. “The cattle market in general again looked