EYCI throughput softened last week as rain prevented some sales from going ahead.
The EYCI has experienced a substantial fall in prices, whereas the WYCI is reaching new highs.
The WYCI is sitting at a high for 2022, whereas the EYCI is beginning to soften.
The first week of 2022 started well for most sheep and cattle price indicators.
The EYCI had a slight fall last week as yardings rose, breaking the unchartered territory streak.
Continued rainfall and fewer sales have seen the EYCI consistently break new ground.
Cattle slaughter volumes projected to hit lowest level in 35 years.
Young cattle prices have reached new highs as heavy steer prices remain relatively flat.