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Gloucester Store Sale – Market Report

Thursday, 29 January 2026

A total yarding of 488 head was offered at yesterday’s Gloucester Store Sale, with buyers operating across a broad mix of cattle types.

Steers made up the largest portion of the yarding, with 320 head selling to a solid market, averaging $1,189 and reaching a top of $1,900. Well-bred lines met good competition, reflecting confidence in the improved seasonal conditions.

Heifers numbered 112 head, averaging $793 and selling to $1,100, with quality young females continuing to attract buyer interest.

A smaller offering of cows and calves sold to firm demand, averaging $1,926 and topping at $2,160, while cows averaged $1,593 and reached $2,700.

Ray White Gloucester – Vendor Highlights

• Top price steer: $1,725 – Brangus X steer offered by N & K Juchau

• Outstanding pen of weaner steers: 7 Angus weaner steers making $1,210 offered by JR Higgins & Sons

• Top price heifer: $1,050 – Charolais heifers offered by N & K Juchau

Overall, the sale returned an average of $1,084 per head, with prices supported by seasonal improvement, feed availability and steady buyer confidence

Gloucester Store Cattle Sale – Market Report

Thursday 15 January 2026

Gloucester kicked off the 2026 selling year with a yarding of 649 head, as producers took the opportunity to market cattle following recent rainfall, with further falls forecast for the district.

The improved seasonal outlook was reflected in buyer confidence, with renewed competition evident across the yarding. A noticeably higher percentage of females was offered compared to recent sales, as vendors responded to changing feed conditions and market signals.

Steers made up the bulk of the yarding, with 309 head selling from $220 to $1,800, averaging $1,150.71, as buyers showed strong demand for well-bred lines.

A solid run of 284 heifers was presented, selling from $310 to $1,550, to average $841.92, with quality females attracting keen interest.

Cows and calves met steady demand, with 26 units selling to $2,500, while cows sold from $500 to $1,900, averaging $1,342.50.

Ray White Livestock Gloucester vendor highlights included:

G & J Dixon – Steers selling to $1,600

Ralphs Creek – Heifers topping at $1,200

Latimore Property P/L – Cows selling to $1,560

Callan Heyward – Cow and calf units topping at $2,400

With seasonal conditions showing improvement and more rain predicted, confidence is building ahead of upcoming Gloucester sales.

Ray White Livestock Gloucester thanks all vendors, buyers, bidders, underbidders, transport operators, and staff for their support at our first sale back for 2026.

Sale Date: Thursday 18 December 2025

Total Yarded: 504 head

The final store cattle sale for 2025 saw a moderate yarding, with steers and heifers again making up the majority of numbers. Since the previous sale, the district received a welcome drop of rain, which provided some short-term confidence and helped underpin buyer interest.

Overall, the sale delivered a solid result to round out the year.

Market Breakdown

Cows & Calves

Price Range: $1,550 – $2,500

Average: $2,277

Cows

Price Range: $825 – $1,950

Average: $1,391

Heifers

Price Range: $360 – $1,410

Average: $850

Steers

Price Range: $325 – $1,825

Average: $1,137

Ray White Vendor Highlights

Steers: Pope Family Pastoral topped the steer section, selling Angus steers to $1,710/head. 

Heifers: Toonibal Pty Ltd sold quality heifers to a sale high of $1,410/head. 

Cows: PA & KM Gross achieved a top cow price of $1,900/head, reflecting solid processor demand. 

Thank You

Ray White Livestock Gloucester would like to thank all vendors, buyers, bidders, underbidders and staff for their continued support throughout 2025. We look forward to working with you all again in the New Year.

Sale Date: Thursday 4 December 2025

Total Yarded: 1,014 head

Yesterday’s sale presented a softer trend when compared with the stronger market seen on 20 November, with averages easing across the major categories. Ongoing dry seasonal conditions continue to influence yardings, with more cattle coming forward as producers manage reduced feed availability.

Despite this, buyer competition remained encouraging, particularly for heavier and better-bred lines, helping to keep the market positive for early December. Steers again topped at $2,150, matching the previous sale, while cows & calves continued to attract solid restocker interest. Lighter and plainer types sold according to quality given the seasonal pressure. A steady result overall, holding firmer than expected under current conditions.

Market Breakdown

Cows & Calves

Price Range: $1,000–$2,150 Average: $1,710

Cows

Price Range: $270–$1,700 Average: $958

Heifers

Price Range: $140–$1,650 Average: $786

Steers

Price Range: $200–$2,150 Average: $1,200

Ray White Vendor Highlights

Stuart Dagg

Angus cows & calves sold to $2,150

Troy Rose

Angus steers reached $1,690

Brett & Emma Dale

Limo weaners $1,220

BJ & NM Gibson

Angus heifers sold to $850

Gloucester Store Cattle Market Report

Thursday 20th November 2025

A massive yarding of 1,236 head was offered at Gloucester yesterday — one of the bigger turnouts for the year.

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Steers – Sold from $270 to $2,190, averaging $1,279/head

Heifers – Ranged from $190 to $1,700, averaging $782/head

Cows – Made from $450 to $2,450, averaging $1,245/head

Cows & Calves – Sold between $825 and $3,000, averaging $1,947/unit

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Ray White Vendor Highlights

GW & LM Dennes — Angus steers topping the entire category at $2,190/head

Howard Partnership — Cows & calves reaching $2,590/unit

Glen Ward Beef — Top heifers to $1,310/head

AJ & C Perrin — Shorthorn steers to $1,850/head

DJ & JA Wand — Cows & calves to $2,180/unit

Atherton Angus — Cow & calf units to $2,075/unit

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Overall Summary

Yesterday’s yarding more than doubled compared to the previous sale — 1,236 head vs 526 head — creating strong buyer competition throughout the day.

Steers strengthened, improving on last sale’s average of $1,225 to $1,279/head. Heifers eased slightly from $885 to $782/head due to a larger, more mixed offering. Cows softened compared to the strong heavy yarding earlier in the month ($1,891 down to $1,245/head), while cows & calves remained extremely well supported, averaging $1,947/unit, just back from $2,043 last sale.

Top prices exceeded the previous sale in both steers and breeding units, with standout Angus pens and quality cow-and-calf lots drawing exceptional competition. A very strong result heading into late November.

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Notable Results
• Estate of Ivan Burke: Angus steers to $1,590 and heifers to $1,075
• Estate of David Homewood: Angus steers to $1,340
• Nitsa Georgiou: Angus steers to $1,400, heifers to $1,125
• Billi Craven: Simmental X steers to $1,410
• Travis Smith: Charolais steers to $1,675
• Brett & Emma Dale: Limousin cows & calves to $2,225, cows to $1,800
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Another strong result at Gloucester, with buyers particularly keen on Angus drafts from the local estates, and on
quality cows and calves. Heavy Limousin cows, young cow & calf units, and standout pens of Charolais and
Simmental-cross steers were well supported, ensuring a solid sale result heading into spring.

Feeder Steer Market Report – July 2025

Strong Demand Backed by a Blooming Western Season

Feeder steer markets remain firm, underpinned by exceptional seasonal conditions — particularly in the west, where widespread rainfall and abundant feed have created ideal grazing and finishing conditions.

Buyer confidence is strong, with feedlot demand remaining consistent and restockers returning to the ring in greater numbers. The competition for quality lines is fierce, especially for Angus and Angus-cross types, with weight, breed, and condition driving premium results.

 Eastern Young Cattle Indicator (EYCI):

The EYCI is currently paying 765c/kg cwt, reflecting national confidence in young cattle and strong demand across major selling centres.

It’s not just feeders holding their ground — cows and bullocks are also commanding impressive money. With processors chasing weight and finished types in short supply, prices for heavy cows and prime bullocks have remained solid, offering producers plenty of opportunity across all classes.

With the western season blooming and feed availability on the rise, producers are well-positioned heading into the back half of the year. Many are choosing to hold onto cattle a little longer to maximise weight and value — a strategy that’s clearly paying off.

Momentum is on the rise, and now’s an ideal time to consider your marketing options. If you’re thinking of selling, we’re here to help you take full advantage of current conditions.