AuctionsPlus commercial cattle listings slipped to 7,284 head, decreasing 26%. Value over reserve increased $16 to average $113/head, while clearance fell to 53%. Prices were generally lower across the board this week as substantial rain in southern Australia caused further holding of livestock on farm and did little to improve restocking demand. With a subdued market, the attention of many vendors has instead turned to calving and the upcoming spring bull sales.
