Market News Reports From Lancaster Farming Livestock Prices
Slaughter steers and cows show mixed changes with highs near 26.25 per 100 pounds for Choice steers 1000-1200 lbs, and calves and hogs exhibiting varied gains and declines across lots. Weekly supply about 70 percent slaughter steers, with hog and cattle prices noted and regional sale results including January 4 and 6 readings.
Chicago Cattle Weekly Review
Cattle receipts for the first four days total 31 200, up from 25 500 last week and 28 550 a year ago. Market supply 212 500, compare with 155 200 last week and 207 500 a year ago. Slaughter steers strong to mostly 25 higher than last Thursday. slaughter heifers Choice or better steady to 50 higher. Continued on Page 14.
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