A better quality yarding of cattle was presented today, with 1,128 yarded by agents.

Cows in general were 5-8c dearer, except for lighter cows that went back to the paddock, with strong competition from re-stockers pushing the price 25c per kilo better.

Feeder cattle, especially steers, were firm with heifers easing slightly. General run of trade cattle sold firm to slightly cheaper.

Market Report: Phill Butt & Oliver Mason, Butt Livestock & Property.

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Photo: Corey Nicholson, Holman Tolmie sold Simmential X Steers on behalf of E F Rickett & Son, Cootamundra to a top of 350cpk, averaging 422kg, $1,477ph.