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Cattle sale, Tuesday, October 27, 2026
Report date Oct 27, 2026 · Published by USDA Oct 28, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 3, 2026 10:01 am ET · Source: USDA AMS Market News, Mid-Kentucky Livestock Market - Upton, KY (AMS_2211)
Compared to last week: Feeder steers and feeder heifers sold 4.00 to 8.00 higher. Strong demand for feeders. Slaughter cows and bulls sold steady.
USDA Market News report narrative
Feeder Cattle: Steers per cwt
| Grade | Weight (lbs) | Avg wt | Head | Price range | Wtd avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medium and Large · 1-2 | 400–450 | 428 | 5 | $446.00 | $446.00 |
| Medium and Large · 1-2 | 450–500 | 477 | 8 | $420.00 | $420.00 |
| Medium and Large · 1-2 | 500–550 | 519 | 11 | $380.00 | $380.00 |
| Medium and Large · 1-2 | 550–600 | 552 | 6 | $367.00 | $367.00 |
| Medium and Large · 1-2 | 650–700 | 661 | 15 | $384.00 | $384.00 |
| Medium and Large · 1-2 | 750–800 | 767 | 14 | $340.00 | $340.00 |
| Medium and Large · 1-2 | 950–1,000 | 961 | 5 | $310.00 | $310.00 |
| Medium and Large · 1-2Value Added | 350–400 | 377 | 13 | $500.00 | $500.00 |
| Medium and Large · 1-2Value Added | 600–650 | 620 | 11 | $397.00 | $397.00 |
| Medium and Large · 1-2Value Added | 700–750 | 704 | 18 | $340.00–341.00 | $340.44 |
| Medium and Large · 1-2Value Added | 800–850 | 812 | 44 | $341.25–344.75 | $342.82 |
| Medium and Large · 1-2Value Added | 850–900 | 885 | 30 | $322.25–329.50 | $325.59 |
| Medium and Large · 2 | 300–350 | 310 | 1 | $410.00 | $410.00 |
| Medium and Large · 2 | 350–400 | 350 | 1 | $475.00 | $475.00 |
| Medium and Large · 2 | 650–700 | 681 | 5 | $342.00 | $342.00 |
| Medium and Large · 2 | 750–800 | 775 | 4 | $333.00 | $333.00 |
| Medium and Large · 2-3 | 500–550 | 540 | 1 | $350.00 | $350.00 |
| Medium and Large · 2-3 | 600–650 | 602 | 11 | $350.00–377.00 | $369.60 |
| Medium and Large · 2-3 | 950–1,000 | 995 | 2 | $300.00 | $300.00 |
Feeder Cattle: Heifers per cwt
| Grade | Weight (lbs) | Avg wt | Head | Price range | Wtd avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medium and Large · 1-2 | 250–300 | 277 | 7 | $475.00 | $475.00 |
| Medium and Large · 1-2 | 300–350 | 339 | 8 | $377.00 | $377.00 |
| Medium and Large · 1-2 | 400–450 | 408 | 23 | $405.00 | $405.00 |
| Medium and Large · 1-2 | 450–500 | 475 | 23 | $370.00–373.00 | $372.19 |
| Medium and Large · 1-2 | 500–550 | 512 | 50 | $352.00–357.00 | $353.08 |
| Medium and Large · 1-2 | 550–600 | 568 | 26 | $340.00 | $340.00 |
| Medium and Large · 1-2 | 600–650 | 628 | 22 | $320.00 | $320.00 |
| Medium and Large · 1-2 | 650–700 | 685 | 19 | $323.00 | $323.00 |
| Medium and Large · 1-2 | 700–750 | 713 | 14 | $305.00 | $305.00 |
| Medium and Large · 1-2Value Added | 300–350 | 320 | 1 | $395.00 | $395.00 |
| Medium and Large · 1-2Value Added | 600–650 | 617 | 18 | $335.00–336.00 | $335.45 |
| Medium and Large · 1-2Value Added | 650–700 | 662 | 29 | $331.00 | $331.00 |
| Medium and Large · 1-2Value Added | 750–800 | 756 | 23 | $332.00 | $332.00 |
| Medium and Large · 2 | 400–450 | 440 | 20 | $350.00 | $350.00 |
| Medium and Large · 2 | 450–500 | 470 | 6 | $340.00 | $340.00 |
| Medium and Large · 2 | 850–900 | 869 | 4 | $277.00 | $277.00 |
| Medium and Large · 2-3 | 450–500 | 460 | 1 | $331.00 | $331.00 |
| Medium and Large · 2-3 | 500–550 | 519 | 18 | $275.00–315.00 | $309.92 |
| Medium and Large · 2-3 | 550–600 | 574 | 11 | $283.00–327.00 | $302.62 |
| Medium and Large · 2-3 | 600–650 | 600 | 4 | $314.00 | $314.00 |
| Medium and Large · 2-3 | 800–850 | 845 | 4 | $265.00 | $265.00 |
| Medium and Large · 2-3 | 1,050–1,100 | 1,090 | 2 | $221.00 | $221.00 |
Feeder Cattle: Bulls per cwt
| Grade | Weight (lbs) | Avg wt | Head | Price range | Wtd avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medium and Large · 1-2 | 250–300 | 275 | 1 | $505.00 | $505.00 |
| Medium and Large · 1-2 | 350–400 | 360 | 20 | $500.00 | $500.00 |
| Medium and Large · 1-2 | 400–450 | 400 | 7 | $396.00 | $396.00 |
| Medium and Large · 1-2 | 450–500 | 459 | 19 | $411.00 | $411.00 |
| Medium and Large · 1-2 | 500–550 | 518 | 10 | $367.00 | $367.00 |
| Medium and Large · 1-2 | 550–600 | 560 | 22 | $355.00 | $355.00 |
| Medium and Large · 1-2 | 600–650 | 626 | 29 | $337.00 | $337.00 |
| Medium and Large · 1-2 | 700–750 | 732 | 12 | $302.00 | $302.00 |
| Medium and Large · 1-2Fancy | 400–450 | 414 | 6 | $424.00 | $424.00 |
| Medium and Large · 1-2Value Added | 750–800 | 782 | 9 | $297.00 | $297.00 |
| Medium and Large · 2 | 400–450 | 445 | 5 | $363.00 | $363.00 |
| Medium and Large · 2 | 550–600 | 558 | 3 | $350.00 | $350.00 |
| Medium and Large · 2 | 600–650 | 627 | 10 | $317.00–330.00 | $323.39 |
| Medium and Large · 2-3 | 400–450 | 429 | 4 | $340.00–377.50 | $349.62 |
| Medium and Large · 2-3 | 450–500 | 460 | 2 | $319.00 | $319.00 |
| Medium and Large · 2-3 | 500–550 | 507 | 12 | $280.00–365.00 | $333.31 |
| Medium and Large · 2-3 | 600–650 | 613 | 12 | $282.00–293.00 | $290.28 |
| Medium and Large · 2-3 | 850–900 | 853 | 7 | $261.00 | $261.00 |
| Medium and Large · 2-3 | 900–950 | 937 | 2 | $231.00 | $231.00 |
| Medium and Large · 2-3 | 950–1,000 | 955 | 1 | $230.00 | $230.00 |
Replacement Cattle: Cow-Calf Pairs per unit
| Grade | Weight (lbs) | Avg wt | Head | Price range | Wtd avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medium and Large · 1-2 · Aged (>8 yrs) · Open | 1,185–1,600 | 1,328 | 3 | $3,125–3,800 | $3,507.53 |
| Medium and Large · 1-2 · Middle Aged (5-8 yrs) · Open | 1,300 | 1,300 | 1 | $3,475 | $3,475 |
| Medium and Large · 1-2 · Middle Aged (5-8 yrs) · Open | 1,500 | 1,500 | 1 | $4,500 | $4,500 |
| Medium and Large · 1-2 · Young (2-4 yrs) · Open | 1,150–1,225 | 1,188 | 2 | $3,500–3,975 | $3,745 |
| Medium · 1-2 · Middle Aged (5-8 yrs) · Open | 950 | 950 | 1 | $2,175 | $2,175 |
| Medium · 1-2 · Middle Aged (5-8 yrs) · Open | 1,150 | 1,150 | 1 | $2,700 | $2,700 |
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) | 1,100–1,265 | 1,193 | 5 | $1,650–2,300 | $2,000.50 |
| Medium and Large · 1-2 · Aged (>8 yrs) · 3rd Stage (7-9 mo) | 1,135–1,310 | 1,223 | 2 | $2,900 | $2,900 |
| Medium and Large · 1-2 · Middle Aged (5-8 yrs) · 2nd Stage (4-6 mo) | 1,200–1,425 | 1,347 | 21 | $2,500–2,725 | $2,595.15 |
| Medium and Large · 1-2 · Young (2-4 yrs) · 1st Stage (1-3 mo) | 1,125–1,200 | 1,171 | 6 | $2,200–2,550 | $2,294.48 |
| Medium and Large · 1-2 · Young (2-4 yrs) · 2nd Stage (4-6 mo) | 1,125–1,275 | 1,220 | 5 | $2,050–2,700 | $2,568.24 |
| Medium and Large · 1-2 · Young (2-4 yrs) · 3rd Stage (7-9 mo) | 1,200 | 1,200 | 1 | $3,600 | $3,600 |
| Medium · 1-2 · Aged (>8 yrs) · 1st Stage (1-3 mo) | 900–1,000 | 950 | 2 | $1,675–1,775 | $1,727.63 |
| Medium · 1-2 · Aged (>8 yrs) · 3rd Stage (7-9 mo) | 1,265 | 1,265 | 1 | $2,000 | $2,000 |
| Medium · 1-2 · Middle Aged (5-8 yrs) · 1st Stage (1-3 mo) | 1,050 | 1,050 | 1 | $1,450 | $1,450 |
| Medium · 1-2 · Young (2-4 yrs) · 1st Stage (1-3 mo) | 950–1,000 | 975 | 2 | $1,350–1,500 | $1,423.08 |
Replacement Cattle: Stock Cows per cwt
| Grade | Weight (lbs) | Avg wt | Head | Price range | Wtd avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medium and Large · 1-2 · Young (2-4 yrs) · Open | 800–1,050 | 911 | 10 | $135.00–215.00 | $168.72 |
Slaughter Cattle: Cows per cwt
| Grade | Weight (lbs) | Avg wt | Head | Price range | Wtd avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boner 80-85% · Average dressing | 945–1,310 | 1,203 | 22 | $120.00–130.00 | $123.74 |
| Boner 80-85% · High dressing | 900–1,412 | 1,323 | 9 | $134.00–135.00 | $134.91 |
| Boner 80-85% · Low dressing | 1,150–1,375 | 1,288 | 4 | $110.00–115.00 | $111.88 |
| Breaker 75-80% · Average dressing | 1,592 | 1,592 | 10 | $130.00 | $130.00 |
| Lean 85-90% · Average dressing | 800–1,120 | 961 | 12 | $91.00–110.00 | $100.82 |
| Lean 85-90% · Low dressing | 800–902 | 851 | 2 | $80.00–89.00 | $84.77 |
Feeder Cattle: Dairy Steers per cwt
| Grade | Weight (lbs) | Avg wt | Head | Price range | Wtd avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Large · 3 | 950–1,000 | 978 | 4 | $222.00 | $222.00 |
Slaughter Cattle: Bulls per cwt
| Grade | Weight (lbs) | Avg wt | Head | Price range | Wtd avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| YG 1-2 · Average dressing | 1,300–2,400 | 1,785 | 9 | $175.00–185.00 | $180.77 |
| YG 1-2 · High dressing | 1,770–2,050 | 1,957 | 3 | $190.00–191.00 | $190.35 |
| YG 1-2 · Low dressing | 1,000–1,250 | 1,150 | 4 | $140.00–169.00 | $154.75 |
Slaughter Cattle: Steers per cwt
| Grade | Weight (lbs) | Avg wt | Head | Price range | Wtd avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Choice and Prime · YG 1-2 · Average dressing | 1,437 | 1,437 | 2 | $218.00 | $218.00 |
Replacement Cattle: Bred Heifers per unit
| Grade | Weight (lbs) | Avg wt | Head | Price range | Wtd avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medium · 1-2 · (<2 yrs) · 1st Stage (1-3 mo) | 750 | 750 | 1 | $1,450 | $1,450 |
| Medium · 1-2 · (<2 yrs) · 2nd Stage (4-6 mo) | 800 | 800 | 1 | $2,350 | $2,350 |
Replacement Cattle: Bulls per unit
| Grade | Weight (lbs) | Avg wt | Head | Price range | Wtd avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medium and Large · 1-2 · Young (2-4 yrs) | 1,250 | 1,250 | 1 | $3,050 | $3,050 |
History
Mid-Kentucky Livestock Market 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 · 1-2, 400–450 lbs | Bulls Medium and Large · 1-2, 400–450 lbs | Steers Medium and Large · 1-2, 500–550 lbs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 27, 2026 | $405.00 | $396.00 | $380.00 |
| Oct 20, 2026 | $390.00 | $427.74 | $384.00 |
| Oct 13, 2026 | $387.25 | $418.00 | $375.00 |
| Oct 6, 2026 | $375.00 | $425.00 | $351.00 |
| Sep 29, 2026 | $378.24 | $414.93 | $356.00 |
| Sep 22, 2026 | $400.00 | $415.00 | $370.00 |
| Sep 15, 2026 | $380.00 | $420.00 | $360.00 |
| Sep 8, 2026 | $365.00 | $405.39 | $365.35 |
| Sep 1, 2026 | $376.00 | $363.86 | $378.00 |
| Aug 25, 2026 | $395.00 | $380.00 | $325.76 |
| Aug 18, 2026 | $400.00 | $454.00 | $382.91 |
| Aug 11, 2026 | $429.30 | $470.00 | $403.43 |
| Aug 4, 2026 | $402.50 | $480.00 | $400.00 |
| Jul 28, 2026 | $401.00 | $461.00 | $400.00 |
| Jul 21, 2026 | $415.00 | $480.00 | $421.00 |
| Jul 14, 2026 | $445.00 | $483.64 | $436.60 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tue, Oct 27, 2026 | Cattle sale | 1,045 | 92 |
| Tue, Oct 20, 2026 | Cattle sale | 920 | 73 |
| Tue, Oct 13, 2026 | Cattle sale | 734 | 81 |
| Tue, Oct 6, 2026 | Cattle sale | 690 | 79 |
| Tue, Sep 29, 2026 | Cattle sale | 853 | 83 |
| Tue, Sep 22, 2026 | Cattle sale | 1,003 | 90 |
| Tue, Sep 15, 2026 | Cattle sale | 493 | 72 |
| Tue, Sep 8, 2026 | Cattle sale | 472 | 74 |
| Tue, Sep 1, 2026 | Cattle sale | 396 | 61 |
| Tue, Aug 25, 2026 | Cattle sale | 712 | 70 |
| Tue, Aug 18, 2026 | Cattle sale | 288 | 50 |
| Tue, Aug 11, 2026 | Cattle sale | 492 | 66 |
| Tue, Aug 4, 2026 | Cattle sale | 482 | 78 |
| Tue, Jul 28, 2026 | Cattle sale | 467 | 64 |
| Tue, Jul 21, 2026 | Cattle sale | 453 | 65 |
| Tue, Jul 14, 2026 | Cattle sale | 613 | 71 |
| Tue, Jul 7, 2026 | Cattle sale | 640 | 75 |
| Tue, Jun 23, 2026 | Cattle sale | 650 | 74 |
| Tue, Jun 16, 2026 | Cattle sale | 607 | 66 |
| Tue, Jun 9, 2026 | Cattle sale | 685 | 68 |
| Tue, Jun 2, 2026 | Cattle sale | 953 | 75 |
| Tue, May 26, 2026 | Cattle sale | 616 | 68 |
| Tue, May 19, 2026 | Cattle sale | 601 | 82 |
| Tue, May 12, 2026 | Cattle sale | 932 | 72 |
| Tue, May 5, 2026 | Cattle sale | 616 | 69 |
| Tue, Apr 28, 2026 | Cattle sale | 1,000 | 85 |
| Tue, Apr 21, 2026 | Cattle sale | 848 | 74 |
| Tue, Apr 14, 2026 | Cattle sale | 1,342 | 94 |
| Tue, Apr 7, 2026 | Cattle sale | 888 | 94 |
| Tue, Mar 31, 2026 | Cattle sale | 1,023 | 75 |
The barn
About Mid-Kentucky Livestock Market
- Listed as
- Mid-KY Livestock Market LLC
- Address
- 13579 S Dixie Hwy, Upton, KY 42784
- Directions
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- Notes
- Sale day not listed by source
From Kentucky Stockyards layer (Office of State Veterinarian, KY GIS portal) - stockyards under KY State Veterinarian oversight, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Questions
Questions about Mid-Kentucky Livestock Market
When is the next sale at Mid-Kentucky Livestock Market?
Tuesday, November 3: Cattle sale. The barn sells on Tuesdays. Holiday weeks can change the schedule, so check with the barn before you haul.
Where is Mid-Kentucky Livestock Market?
13579 S Dixie Hwy, Upton, KY 42784. Get directions.
What sold at Mid-Kentucky Livestock Market most recently?
USDA Market News reported the Tuesday, October 27 sale with 1,045 head: feeder steers, feeder heifers, feeder bulls, cow-calf pairs, bred cows, replacement stock cows and more. The price table on this page shows every line USDA published for that sale.
Where do the Mid-Kentucky Livestock Market prices come from?
From the USDA AMS Market News report Mid-Kentucky Livestock Market - Upton, KY (AMS_2211). 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.
What other livestock sales are near Upton?
Within about 60 miles in the next ten days: Blue Grass Stockyards (Campbellsville, KY, Wed Nov 4), Farmers Regional Livestock Market (Glasgow, KY, Mon Nov 9), Farmers Regional Livestock Auction of Glasgow Dairy (Smiths Grove, KY, Tue Nov 3), United Producers Inc. (Bowling Green, KY, Tue Nov 3) and Cattleman's Livestock (Bowling Green, KY, Mon Nov 9). Distances are straight-line from Upton.
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