AuctionsPlus commercial cattle offerings lifted to 23,775 head compared to last week’s numbers of 15,104, a surge of 44%. Clearance dropped on the larger offering, down to 56% from last week's 88%. This week's market saw a $34 slide in average value over reserve, which came in at $107 per head. 

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AuctionsPlus commercial cattle listings reached a level not seen since since early June, soaring 47% this week to 15,104 head. Whi...
There was fierce competition across AuctionsPlus commercial sheep and lamb markets this week with clearance leaping 21 points to 8...
The AuctionsPlus commercial sheep and lamb markets rose sharply this week with price increases across the board as growers looked to take advantage of confidence ahead of the Christmas shutdown.
AuctionsPlus recorded its largest offering since early June, and strong price gains were seen across much of the platform, particularly for steers.
Strong buyer demand was seen across AuctionsPlus commercial sheep and lamb listings with prices rising another 3% for crossbred lambs, and very strong clearance rates.
The offering available on the AuctionsPlus platform has again continued its upward trend, most noticeably in heavier lines of both steers and heifers.
Recent rain in NSW and QLD breathed new life into the market with main indicators up on last week, although listings were marginally down.
The positive weather is putting confidence into the market with lighter weight steers and heifers recording significant price rises and very high clearance rates.
The sheep and lamb market was mixed this week, with price fluctuations experienced throughout. Total listings were down, as was clearance but VOR rose.
Of significant note this week was the number of heavier lines of steers offered with 903 head or 33% of the total offering of steers, being made up made up of 400kg+ lines. It didn't affect competition, with all steers returning better prices than last week.

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