Beef markets

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GB deadweight cattle prices

Table 1. GB deadweight cattle prices

Week ending 24 Oct 2026 Price p/kg Change on week Change on year
Steers  650.3 +3.9 -0.7
Heifers  648.4 +3.9 +0.2
Young bulls  633.5 n/c -4.2
Cows  479.1 +3.7 -45.2

"n/c" refers to no change on week
Prices include all classifications
Source: AHDB

GB estimated cattle slaughterings

Table 2. GB estimated cattle slaughterings

Week ending 24 Oct 2026 Number Change on week Change on year
Steers  16,837 +295 +454
Heifers  13,506 +32 +376
Young bulls  2,260 +39 -87
Cows  10,507 +402 -905

Source: AHDB

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