Gunnedah Sale Yards Weekly Report 20th October 2026
Date: October 20, 2026
Location: Gunnedah Saleyards
Description
Strong competition drove an overall dearer market in Gunnedah this week, with 3,683 cattle yarded (up 1,383 on last week). While
predominately yearling and weaner stock, all grades were represented with all major buyers attending.
Market Highlights:
Feeders: Yearling steers to feed were 30c dearer (and more in places), selling from 510c to
656c/kg (avg 578c). Yearling heifers lifted 20c+, making 450c to 558c/kg (avg 508c).
Restockers: Light steers topped at 688c/kg (avg 631c), while light heifers made 455c to 596c/kg (avg 516c).Light steers
topped at 688c/kg (avg 631c), while light heifers made 455c to 596c/kg (avg 516c). š
Trade & Processing: Prime
trade yearlings reached 444c/kg, with prime grown cattle to processors selling between 410c and 468c/kg.
Cows & Bulls:
Cows lifted 10cā12c across the board. 3 score cows made 380cā399c/kg, 4 score heavy cows reached 395cā424c/kg, and heavy bulls topped at
410c/kg.
Great to see strong demand across all categories!
