Compared to last week, slaughter and feeder cows traded 2.00 to 4.00 higher. Slaughter bulls mostly steady. Another short run this week with yet a strong market with most of the bidding coming from the seats. Several buyers on hand with a short supply of cows in the area. Cattle country video sale held there Oregon Trail Classic sale last Tuesday and Wednesday with a very active market both days. Ranchers had big smiles as their cattle brought record highs for future delivery cattle. Many of the calves sold for 100.00 to 130.00 per cwt more than the same sale last year. Some parts of the state are starting to get very dry but cattlemen should have enough summer grass until weaning. Hay production about par for the year and prices are relatively close to last years market in many areas.
| Head | Wt range | Avg wt | Price range | Avg price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bulls$ per cwt · actual wt | ||||
| 1 | — | 2,370 | 208.00 | 208.00 |
| 77 | — | 1,808 | 185.00–198.00 | 190.63 |
| Cows — Lean 85-90% · Return to Feed$ per cwt · actual wt | ||||
| 32 | — | 1,230 | 169.00–173.00 | 170.71 |
| Cows — Boner 80-85% · Return to Feed$ per cwt · actual wt | ||||
| 93 | — | 1,404 | 176.00–182.00 | 179.29 |
| Cows — Boner 80-85%$ per cwt · actual wt | ||||
| 12 | — | 1,646 | 177.00–178.00 | 177.74 |