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Cattle sale, Wednesday, October 28, 2026
Report date Oct 28, 2026 · Published by USDA Oct 28, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 3, 2026 10:55 am ET · Source: USDA AMS Market News, Sand Mountain Stockyards Inc. - Kilpatrick, AL (AMS_1998)
Compared to two weeks ago: Slaughter cattle sold 2.00 higher. Replacement cattle sold firm. Feeder cattle sold 1.00 to 3.00 higher. Trade active with good demand on feeder cattle.
USDA Market News report narrative
Slaughter Cattle: Cows per cwt
| Grade | Weight (lbs) | Avg wt | Head | Price range | Wtd avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boner 80-85% · Average dressing | 1,000–1,520 | 1,281 | 11 | $135.00–143.00 | $139.89 |
| Boner 80-85% · High dressing | 985–1,315 | 1,154 | 4 | $145.00–158.00 | $151.27 |
| Boner 80-85% · Low dressing | 1,390 | 1,390 | 1 | $128.00 | $128.00 |
| Breaker 75-80% · Average dressing | 1,370–1,550 | 1,460 | 3 | $135.00–141.00 | $137.75 |
| Breaker 75-80% · High dressing | 1,225–1,400 | 1,354 | 5 | $146.00–155.00 | $150.01 |
| Breaker 75-80% · Low dressing | 1,190–1,255 | 1,223 | 2 | $125.00–129.00 | $127.05 |
| Lean 85-90% · Average dressing | 940–1,300 | 1,124 | 4 | $122.00–129.00 | $125.46 |
Slaughter Cattle: Bulls per cwt
| Grade | Weight (lbs) | Avg wt | Head | Price range | Wtd avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| YG 1-2 · Average dressing | 1,035–1,855 | 1,445 | 2 | $160.00–165.00 | $161.79 |
Feeder Cattle: Bulls per cwt
| Grade | Weight (lbs) | Avg wt | Head | Price range | Wtd avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medium and Large · 1 | 200–250 | 240 | 1 | $500.00 | $500.00 |
| Medium and Large · 1 | 250–300 | 284 | 4 | $450.00–455.00 | $451.14 |
| Medium and Large · 1 | 350–400 | 350 | 1 | $440.00 | $440.00 |
| Medium and Large · 1 | 400–450 | 420 | 2 | $405.00–440.00 | $423.33 |
| Medium and Large · 1 | 450–500 | 483 | 6 | $390.00–415.00 | $400.57 |
| Medium and Large · 1 | 500–550 | 512 | 4 | $380.00–410.00 | $398.64 |
| Medium and Large · 1 | 550–600 | 567 | 7 | $340.00–370.00 | $350.57 |
| Medium and Large · 1 | 600–650 | 602 | 3 | $345.00 | $345.00 |
| Medium and Large · 1 | 650–700 | 665 | 1 | $315.00 | $315.00 |
| Medium and Large · 1 | 700–750 | 713 | 2 | $305.00 | $305.00 |
| Medium and Large · 2 | 300–350 | 340 | 1 | $430.00 | $430.00 |
| Medium and Large · 2 | 350–400 | 363 | 2 | $400.00–405.00 | $402.55 |
| Medium and Large · 2 | 650–700 | 684 | 4 | $275.00–300.00 | $289.86 |
| Medium and Large · 2 | 750–800 | 771 | 4 | $245.00–265.00 | $256.12 |
Feeder Cattle: Heifers per cwt
| Grade | Weight (lbs) | Avg wt | Head | Price range | Wtd avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medium and Large · 1 | 350–400 | 390 | 2 | $385.00–400.00 | $392.50 |
| Medium and Large · 1 | 450–500 | 470 | 1 | $340.00 | $340.00 |
| Medium and Large · 1 | 500–550 | 513 | 3 | $330.00–335.00 | $331.66 |
| Medium and Large · 1 | 550–600 | 581 | 7 | $315.00–320.00 | $316.44 |
| Medium and Large · 1 | 600–650 | 630 | 2 | $315.00 | $315.00 |
| Medium and Large · 1 | 650–700 | 666 | 5 | $300.00–310.00 | $307.94 |
| Medium and Large · 1 | 700–750 | 708 | 5 | $290.00–300.00 | $298.01 |
| Medium and Large · 2 | 200–250 | 205 | 1 | $380.00 | $380.00 |
| Medium and Large · 2 | 250–300 | 285 | 2 | $355.00–370.00 | $362.63 |
| Medium and Large · 2 | 300–350 | 325 | 4 | $350.00 | $350.00 |
| Medium and Large · 2 | 550–600 | 561 | 4 | $285.00–305.00 | $297.58 |
| Medium and Large · 2 | 650–700 | 660 | 1 | $282.50 | $282.50 |
Feeder Cattle: Steers per cwt
| Grade | Weight (lbs) | Avg wt | Head | Price range | Wtd avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medium and Large · 1 | 400–450 | 430 | 1 | $440.00 | $440.00 |
| Medium and Large · 1 | 500–550 | 530 | 1 | $390.00 | $390.00 |
| Medium and Large · 1 | 750–800 | 783 | 3 | $320.00 | $320.00 |
| Medium and Large · 2 | 500–550 | 528 | 2 | $370.00–375.00 | $372.49 |
| Medium and Large · 2 | 550–600 | 573 | 4 | $350.00–365.00 | $357.37 |
| Medium and Large · 2 | 600–650 | 637 | 5 | $325.00–350.00 | $344.94 |
| Medium and Large · 2 | 700–750 | 700 | 1 | $305.00 | $305.00 |
Replacement Cattle: Stock Cows per unit
| Grade | Weight (lbs) | Avg wt | Head | Price range | Wtd avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medium and Large · 1-2 · Young (2-4 yrs) · Open | 4 | $2,500 | $2,500 |
Replacement Cattle: Bred Cows per unit
| Grade | Weight (lbs) | Avg wt | Head | Price range | Wtd avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medium and Large · 1-2 · Aged (>8 yrs) · 1st Stage (1-3 mo) | 2 | $1,600–1,650 | $1,625 | ||
| Medium and Large · 1-2 · Aged (>8 yrs) · 2nd Stage (4-6 mo) | 3 | $1,600–2,000 | $1,800 | ||
| Medium and Large · 1-2 · Young/Middle Aged (2-8 yrs) · 1st Stage (1-3 mo) | 1 | $2,200 | $2,200 | ||
| Medium and Large · 1-2 · Young/Middle Aged (2-8 yrs) · 3rd Stage (7-9 mo) | 4 | $2,200–2,600 | $2,375 |
History
Sand Mountain Stockyards Inc. price history
Every USDA report for this barn is kept here. Pick a date for that sale's full report.
Weighted average price by sale per cwt
| Sale | Heifers Medium and Large · 1, 600–650 lbs | Heifers Medium and Large · 1, 450–500 lbs | Heifers Medium and Large · 1, 550–600 lbs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 28, 2026 | $315.00 | $340.00 | $316.44 |
| Oct 14, 2026 | $315.00 | $348.94 | $319.46 |
| Oct 7, 2026 | $315.77 | $327.60 | $318.09 |
| Sep 30, 2026 | $325.15 | $350.72 | $327.44 |
| Sep 23, 2026 | $313.27 | $337.62 | $325.01 |
| Sep 16, 2026 | $300.00 | $370.91 | not reported |
| Sep 9, 2026 | $325.00 | $330.05 | not reported |
| Sep 2, 2026 | $300.16 | $343.58 | $326.26 |
| Aug 26, 2026 | $315.00 | $350.00 | $320.00 |
| Aug 19, 2026 | $302.56 | $332.58 | $313.53 |
| Aug 12, 2026 | $319.98 | $374.21 | $348.92 |
| Aug 5, 2026 | $340.00 | $364.37 | $363.41 |
| Jul 29, 2026 | $316.63 | $368.40 | $336.58 |
| Jul 22, 2026 | $311.69 | $341.73 | $312.24 |
| Jul 15, 2026 | $343.56 | $417.53 | $381.71 |
| Jul 8, 2026 | $394.95 | $441.57 | $395.00 |
Each figure is the weighted average USDA published for that exact line at that sale. A blank means USDA did not report that line that day.
Past sales
| Sale date | Sale | Head | Price lines |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wed, Oct 28, 2026 | Cattle sale | 265 | 46 |
| Wed, Oct 14, 2026 | Cattle sale | 215 | 51 |
| Wed, Oct 7, 2026 | Cattle sale | 461 | 60 |
| Wed, Sep 30, 2026 | Cattle sale | 427 | 51 |
| Wed, Sep 23, 2026 | Cattle sale | 270 | 39 |
| Wed, Sep 16, 2026 | Cattle sale | 201 | 43 |
| Wed, Sep 9, 2026 | Cattle sale | 154 | 42 |
| Wed, Sep 2, 2026 | Cattle sale | 244 | 50 |
| Wed, Aug 26, 2026 | Cattle sale | 247 | 55 |
| Wed, Aug 19, 2026 | Cattle sale | 152 | 38 |
| Wed, Aug 12, 2026 | Cattle sale | 395 | 45 |
| Wed, Aug 5, 2026 | Cattle sale | 313 | 54 |
| Wed, Jul 29, 2026 | Cattle sale | 172 | 39 |
| Wed, Jul 22, 2026 | Cattle sale | 260 | 46 |
| Wed, Jul 15, 2026 | Cattle sale | 447 | 61 |
| Wed, Jul 8, 2026 | Cattle sale | 445 | 54 |
| Wed, Jun 24, 2026 | Cattle sale | 430 | 52 |
| Wed, Jun 17, 2026 | Cattle sale | 386 | 57 |
| Wed, Jun 10, 2026 | Cattle sale | 205 | 46 |
| Wed, Jun 3, 2026 | Cattle sale | 215 | 45 |
| Wed, May 27, 2026 | Cattle sale | 273 | 48 |
| Wed, May 20, 2026 | Cattle sale | 258 | 47 |
| Wed, May 13, 2026 | Cattle sale | 208 | 47 |
| Wed, May 6, 2026 | Cattle sale | 328 | 54 |
| Wed, Apr 29, 2026 | Cattle sale | 379 | 57 |
| Wed, Apr 22, 2026 | Cattle sale | 316 | 61 |
| Wed, Apr 15, 2026 | Cattle sale | 234 | 49 |
| Wed, Apr 8, 2026 | Cattle sale | 253 | 58 |
| Wed, Apr 1, 2026 | Cattle sale | 225 | 64 |
| Wed, Mar 25, 2026 | Cattle sale | 282 | 50 |
Questions
Questions about Sand Mountain Stockyards Inc.
When is the next sale at Sand Mountain Stockyards Inc.?
Wednesday, November 4: Cattle sale. The barn sells on Wednesdays. Holiday weeks can change the schedule, so check with the barn before you haul.
Where is Sand Mountain Stockyards Inc.?
Kilpatrick, Alabama. Get directions.
What sold at Sand Mountain Stockyards Inc. most recently?
USDA Market News reported the Wednesday, October 28 sale with 265 head: slaughter cows, slaughter bulls, feeder bulls, feeder heifers, feeder steers, replacement stock cows and more. The price table on this page shows every line USDA published for that sale.
Where do the Sand Mountain Stockyards Inc. prices come from?
From the USDA AMS Market News report Sand Mountain Stockyards Inc. - Kilpatrick, AL (AMS_1998). A Market News reporter covers the sale and USDA publishes the prices. This site shows them as published and checks USDA for new reports several times a day.
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