Holstein springer prices posted gains in the last month for 3 of 4 reported markets. Dairy replacement heifer values continue to gain ground after years of anemic prices. In fact, values have nearly doubled compared to 5 years ago. The November 2023 average price for “approved” bred Holstein replacement heifers was $1609.19, compared to $823.08 in November 2018. And in less than a year, bred heifer values have improved about 25%, climbing from their starting point at $1,254.70 in January 2023. Meanwhile, Holstein heifer calves saw a healthy boost in Pennsylvania this month by nearly doubling in value. Nationwide, beef cross feeder calves continue to best the values of male Holstein by approximately double as well.
| Springing Heifers | Heifer Calves | |
Location (sale date) | Supreme/Top | Approved/Medium | 90-120 pounds |
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Turlock, Calif. (11-10-23) | $1,650-2,100 | $1,300-1,575 | - |
Reedsville, Wis. (11-2-23) | $1,200-1,800 | $900-1,150 | $50-70 |
Pipestone, Minn. (11-16-23) | $2,626-2,850 | $2,350-2,625 | No test |
New Holland, Pa. (11-29-23) | $1,925-2,300 | $1,950-2,025 | $240-270 |
