USDA KS Direct Feeder Cattle 04/03 10:55
04/03/2026 | 10:55 am CDT USDA KS Direct Feeder Cattle 04/03 10:55
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Kansas Direct Cattle Report
Direct Livestock - Cattle-N/A,OK
Livestock Weighted Average Report for 03/30/2026 - Final
This Week Last Reported
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Total Receipts:
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FEEDER CATTLE(F.O.B.): 2630 587
FEEDER CATTLE(Delivered): 5137 4594
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Compared to last week: Not enough comparable sales on current FOB steers
or heifers, due to the bulk of last week's supply consisting of heavier weight
yearlings.
However, a higher undertone was noted.
Buyer demand remains good.
Auction receipts and direct receipts were notably higher across the
Southern Plains this week, as it looks like wheat cattle may be moving out
earlier this year due to limited moisture.
Supply included: 100% Feeder Cattle (48.5% Steers, 10.2% Dairy Steers,
41.2% Heifers).
Feeder cattle supply over 600 lbs was 91%.
Unless otherwise noted, Feeder Cattle prices FOB based on net weights
after a 2-3% shrink or equivalent, with an 8-12 cent slide >600 lbs.
and up to a 25 cent slide