Washington Evening Journal in Washington, Iowa

Livestock Market Report for Slaughter Cattle and Lambs

Slaughter cattle saw varied consignments with 1125 to 1400 lb cattle at 30.50 to 33.00, 1100 to 1350 lb at 28.50 to 31.50, and 900 to 1100 lb at 27.75 to 30.00, while good steers ranged 25.50 to 28.25 and Holstein loads near 24.25 for mixed lots. Sheep market notes 1000 head with spring slaughter lambs steady to weak, 85 to 105 lb lambs 22.00 to 23.00, 93 lb shorn lambs 22.75, and lighter grades 20.00 to 21.50 for good and choice.