Holstein springers tread into $3,000/head territory again this month, roughly double year-ago values. There was little test for Holstein heifer calves, but beef-cross calf values continue to shine nationwide, with $700/head and upward the norm for newborn calves.
Hot weather, avian influenza, and scarce replacement heifers were noted as the three main factors contributing to tight milk supplies and healthier prices in the most recent T.C. Jacoby Dairy Market Report. Pipestone Livestock Market in Pipestone, Minn. also noted “very strong markets and lots of demand for open heifers” in early August.
| | Springing Heifers | Heifer Calves | Beef Cross Calves | |
| Location (sale date) | Supreme/Top | Approved/Medium | 90-120 pounds | 60-100 pounds |
| | | | | |
Turlock, Calif. (8-2-24) | $2,500-3,250 | $1,800-2,400 | -- |
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Lomira, Wis. (8-2-24) | $1,500-2,200 | $1,200-1,400 | $380-500 |
$720-1,010 |
| Pipestone, Minn. (7-18-24) | $3,100-3,300 | $3,000-3,100 | No test |
$750-925 |
| New Holland, Pa. (7-22-24) | No report | No report | No test |
$800-1,100 |
