Mexico to U.S. Weekly Cattle Import Summary

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Las Cruces, N.M.          USDA Market News


                       Fri Jan 6, 2012


           Mexico to TX. & NM. Weekly Cattle Import Summary

   Receipts EST: 15,000 Week ago Act: 8,105 Year ago Act: 4,396
 
  Compared to last week, steer calves and yearlings firm to 1.00 higher.
Trade active, demand good.  Bulk of supply consisted of steers and spayed 
heifers weighing 300-600 lbs.  Most ports crossed cattle a few days this
week, with all ports expected to be in full swing next week.  
   
   Feeder steers: Medium and large 1&2, 300-400 lbs 145.00-157.00; 400-500
lbs 135.00-147.00; 500-600 lbs 125.00-137.00; Medium and large 2&3, 300-400
lbs 133.00-147.00; 400-500 lbs 123.00-137.00; 500-600 lbs 113.00-127.00. 

   Feeder heifers: Medium and large 1&2, no quote. 


(all sales fob port of entry.)



Source: USDA Market News, Las Cruces, NM
        John Langenegger,OIC 575 527-6861, 575-649-2962
        FAX 575 527-6868 LasCruces.LGMN@ams.usda.gov
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