THE Eastern Young Cattle Indicator (EYCI) hit a new record of 1057c/kg carcase weight (cwt) last week, up 23c on week-ago levels, according to Meat & Livestock Australia (MLA).
Continual high prices for young cattle has seen a price rise for heavier cattle.
The seven-day throughput declined 34 per cent to drop to 8380 head, the lowest amount since June this year.
Young cattle prices have reached new highs as heavy steer prices remain relatively flat.
EYCI hits new record high as yardings slide
EYCI finishes the year on a high
