GX_LS161 Springfield, IL Fri Jan 04, 2019 USDA-IL Dept of Ag Market News Eastern Cornbelt Direct Feeder Cattle Summary Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Ohio, and Kentucky This week: 531 Last week: 335 Last Year: 306 Compared to last week: No trend available for feeder steers and heifers due to limited comparable FOB sales. Supply included 100 percent over 600 lbs; 89 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 64 725 725 131.00 131.00 Mar FOB Feeder Heifers Medium and Large 1 Head Wt Range Avg Wt Price Range Avg Price Delivery 65 750 750 131.00 131.00 Current FOB Feeder Heifers Medium and Large 1-2 Head Wt Range Avg Wt Price Range Avg Price Delivery 65 775 775 127.00 127.00 Current FOB 195 750 750 125.00 125.00 Feb FOB 172 700-725 716 124.00-126.00 124.69 Mar 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 1135cst