
OFF THE RAILS
By Glenn Weir
Cattle Market Report
Another 1,000 cattle were sold through the ring at the Lismore Saleyards on Tuesday 15th April, 2025. It was a pretty good yarding of cattle although some lines were showing the effects of the wet weather.
Heavy cows sold from $2.70 to $2.91 per kilo. Brian Schneider's Charolais cows sold for $2.90 for a return of $2,002. Mick Melino's Angus cows sold at $2.88 for a return of $1,930. Medium cows ranged from $2.40 to $2.70 per kilo.
Feeder steers topped at $3.76 per kilo for returns of $1,459. A good line up of heavy weaners/yearlings sold from $3.50 to $4.58 per kilo for returns of $1,020 to $1,290. Medium and lightweight weaners varied in price depending on breed and quality. Most of the better lines sold from $3.80 to $4.40 per kilo for returns of $750 to $1,100.
Once again heifers with weight and quality sold at rates of $3.20 to $3.50 per kilo for returns of $780 to $985. Secondary lines sold from $2.70 to $3.20 and a few in the $1.80 to $2.50 kilo range.
Upcoming Sales in Lismore
Tuesday 29th April - Meatworks cattle, vealers and weaners
Saturday 3rd May - Breeder cattle sale
PLEASE BOOK IN ANY CATTLE YOU WISH TO SELL
