GX_LS161   
Springfield, IL    Fri May 10, 2019   USDA-IL Dept of Ag Market News

Eastern Cornbelt Direct Feeder Cattle Summary
Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Ohio, and Kentucky 

This week: 326     Last week: 532      Last Year: 1,714

   Compared to last week:  Feeder steers and heifers were to lightly
tested on FOB Basis for an accurate market trend.  Demand moderate. 
Supply included 100 percent over 600 lbs; 83 percent heifers. 
Prices based on net weights FOB after a 3 percent shrink or equivalent
and 5-10 cent slide on calves and 4-6 cent slide on yearlings from base
weights.  Delivered prices include freight, commissions and other
expenses.  Current sales are up to 14 days delivery.

               Feeder Steers Medium and Large 1-2
 Head   Wt Range   Avg Wt    Price Range   Avg Price  Delivery
   56    900-950     900       125.00         125.00   Current Del   

               Feeder Heifers Medium and Large 1-2
 Head   Wt Range   Avg Wt    Price Range   Avg Price  Delivery
  270    700-750     725       120.90         120.90   Jul     FOB   

Source: USDA Dept of Ag Market News Oklahoma City, OK 
           Joe Massey, Market Reporter
           Telephone   405-232-5425
           www.ams.usda.gov/mnreports/GX_LS161.txt

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