November 16, 2025 cattle market update shows that livestock markets across the Austin County region continued their strong performance, with local calf prices matching — and in many cases exceeding — national averages. Auction barns in Industry, Brenham, Edna, and Columbus all reported brisk demand for feeder cattle, steady packer activity, and continued interest in replacement females.

These local results align with the latest USDA Daily Livestock Report, which notes tight national beef supplies and weakened exports. With more beef staying in domestic markets, feeder cattle prices remain well supported across the country — and especially strong in the Austin County region.

Local Market Reports

Four County Auction Center — Industry (Nov. 11, 2025)

Receipts: 570 head

Steers (per lb)

  • 150–300 lbs: $4.50–$5.25 (#1)
  • 300–400 lbs: $4.10–$5.00
  • 400–500 lbs: $3.70–$4.50
  • 500–600 lbs: $3.30–$4.15
  • 600–700 lbs: $3.10–$3.65

Heifers (per lb)

  • 150–300 lbs: $3.90–$4.55
  • 300–400 lbs: $3.80–$4.20
  • 400–500 lbs: $3.40–$3.95
  • 500–600 lbs: $3.20–$3.45
  • 600–700 lbs: $3.00–$3.25

Cows & Bulls

  • Top cows: $1.40–$1.54
  • Medium cows: $1.25–$1.39
  • Thin cows: $0.75–$1.24
  • Top bulls: $1.80–$1.88

Cattleman’s Brenham Livestock Auction — Brenham (Oct. 31, 2025)

Receipts: 835 head

Slaughter Cows (per lb)

  • Thin: $0.75–$1.30
  • Medium: $1.30–$1.53
  • Good: $1.50–$1.75

Bulls (per lb)

  • Grade 1 & 2: $1.64–$1.76
  • High yield: $1.85

Feeder Steers (per lb)

  • 100–200 lbs: $4.50–$5.95
  • 300–400 lbs: $3.25–$5.05
  • 400–500 lbs: $3.00–$4.40
  • 500–600 lbs: $2.85–$3.90

 

 

Edna Livestock Auction — Edna (Nov. 3, 2025)

Receipts: 721 head

Steers (per lb)

  • 200–300 lbs: Low 300 / Avg 442 / High 555
  • 300–400 lbs: Low 400 / Avg 392 / High 525
  • 400–500 lbs: Low 270 / Avg 365 / High 422
  • 500–600 lbs: Low 268 / Avg 337 / High 384
  • 600–700 lbs: Low 260 / Avg 321 / High 348
  • 700+ lbs: Low 175 / Avg 300 / High 337

Heifers (per lb)

  • 200–300 lbs: Low 320 / Avg 392 / High 480
  • 300–400 lbs: Low 230 / Avg 374 / High 440
  • 400–500 lbs: Low 195 / Avg 342 / High 420
  • 500–600 lbs: Low 230 / Avg 325 / High 450
  • 600–700 lbs: Low 285 / Avg 312 / High 352
  • 700+ lbs: Low 250 / Avg 278 / High 305

Packer Cows & Bulls

  • Cows (800+): $0.78–$1.56
  • Bulls (800+): $1.18–$1.84

Stocker Cows

  • $1,100–$2,500

Cattleman’s Columbus — Columbus (Nov. 12, 2025)

Receipts: 1,056 head

Slaughter Cows (per lb)

  • Thin: $0.65–$1.31
  • Medium: $1.33–$1.42
  • Good: $1.43–$1.65

Bulls (per lb)

  • Yield grade 1 & 2: $1.70–$1.85
  • Lower yielding: $1.25–$1.65

Stocker Cows

  • Pairs: $2,200–$3,600
  • Bred cows: $1,500–$3,500

Feeder Steers (per lb)

  • 150–300 lbs: $4.00–$5.40
  • 300–400 lbs: $3.30–$4.90
  • 400–500 lbs: $3.15–$4.95
  • 500–600 lbs: $2.90–$3.90
  • 600–700 lbs: $2.85–$3.85
  • 700–800 lbs: $2.70–$3.30
  • 800–1,000 lbs: $2.15–$3.10

 

 

How Local Prices Compare to National Trends

According to the USDA Daily Livestock Report (Nov. 14, 2025):

  • Beef exports are down 11% year-over-year, leaving more beef in U.S. markets.
  • Calf supplies remain tight nationwide.
  • Lightweight calves (150–400 lbs) continue to command premium pricing.

Calves (150–400 lbs) — Local vs. National

Across Industry, Brenham, Edna, and Columbus:

Local steers:

  • Low: $3.00–$3.90
  • High: $5.25–$5.95

Local heifers:

  • Low: $2.90–$3.20
  • High: $4.20–$4.80

What it means:

  • Local barns are meeting or exceeding the national average.
  • Brenham and Edna posted some of the strongest light-calf prices in Texas this week.

Midweight Feeders (400–700 lbs)

Local averages:

  • Steers: $3.00–$4.50
  • Heifers: $2.90–$3.95

National trend:

  • USDA shows midweight feeders holding steady nationwide.
  • Austin County barns mirror this trend with stable mid-$3 pricing.

Slaughter Cows & Bulls

Local range:

  • Cows: $0.75–$1.75
  • Bulls: $1.64–$1.88 common
  • Edna topped at $1.84, Columbus at $1.85

National trend:

  • Packer pricing remains firm due to tight beef supplies.
  • Local barns are fully in line with national packer markets.

Market Outlook

With reduced exports and limited beef supplies, national forecasts support continued strength in:

  • Lightweight calves
  • Higher-quality midweight feeders
  • Replacement females
  • High-yield packer bulls

Local barns in the Austin County region are benefiting from these conditions, and buyers continue to pay premiums for the right kind of cattle.

 

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