Demand from the Central West of NSW had been particularly strong for lambs this week, with significant volumes being picked up by buyers in Canowindra, Forbes and surrounding districts.
WEEK ENDING FRIDAY, AUGUST 29: Cattle numbers eased slightly this week, with 13,488 head offered – down 4% on last week. The clearance rate slipped 3 percentage points to 86%, as buyers remained selective across weight categories. The AYCI dropped 9c to 1,005c/kg, while the Value Over Reserve (VOR) lifted $7 to average $103/head, reflecting firm competition on well-bred lines.
