Cull Cattle Market Overview
- Prices for cull cattle in Quebec showed an overall upward trend across most categories.
- Dairy-type cattle saw average price increases ranging from +0.012 to +0.054 $/lb live, with >1500 lb dairy cattle averaging 1.468 $/lb live.
- Beef-type cattle followed a similar trend, with price increases up to +0.076 $/lb live in St-Hyacinthe, except for a slight dip (-0.010 $/lb) in total beef cattle excluding the Bic auction.
- La Guadeloupe was the only region to see declines in dairy-type cattle prices, with <1100 lb dairy cattle falling by -0.270 $/lb live.
Dairy Calves – Strong Price Growth
- The Quebec dairy calf market experienced notable price increases, with the total average price rising to 11.16 $/lb live (+1.14 $/lb).
- The highest gains were recorded in Bic (+2.13 $/lb live).
- Holstein good male calves (90-120 lb) averaged 9.83 $/lb live, up +1.07 $/lb, while crossed dairy-butcher male calves (90-120 lb) surged to 13.95 $/lb live (+1.00 $/lb).
Market Absences
- No recorded transactions in Ontario and Pennsylvania markets for cull cattle and boneless beef.
- The boneless beef market remained inactive, with no reported prices in Canada or the U.S.
This week’s data highlights a steady rise in cull cattle prices, particularly for beef types, and a strong demand for dairy calves, signaling ongoing stability in Quebec’s cattle markets.
