CS Livestock Mudgee

10/09/2026

On the farm, we’re used to checking the water, the stock, the crops and the weather—but sometimes we need to remember to check in on each other too.

The long days, changing seasons and pressures of rural life can take their toll, and you don’t always know what someone is carrying.

If a mate, neighbour or family member has been on your mind, trust your instinct and ask, “Are you OK?” Then take the time to listen—without judgement.

A simple conversation in the ute, at the yards or over the fence could make all the difference.

From the team at Coopers Farm Gear: if you’re thinking it, ask R U OK? Any Day. 💛

09/09/2026

The latest MLA Weekly market wrap 📊
🔴 Cattle indicators lift across a larger offering. 🐄
🔴 Excellent condition new season lambs begin entering southern NSW and Victoria markets. 🐑
🔴 Victorian mutton slaughter lifts sharply. 📈
Full report 👇

Cattle and sheep market indicators strengthened across the board this week, despite dry conditions intensifying across eastern Queensland, south-west WA and parts of Tasmania.

08/09/2026

🌱🐂 ON THE GROUND WITH CS LIVESTOCK 🎈 BLOAT

Spring growth is great news, but lush, rapidly growing pasture can also bring an increased risk of bloat — particularly on legume-dominant pastures such as lucerne and clover.

Bloat occurs when gas produced during rumen fermentation becomes trapped and the animal can't get rid of it normally. In frothy bloat, a stable foam forms in the rumen, trapping gas and causing the rumen to expand.

And when it happens, things can go downhill quickly.

🔎 SIGNS TO WATCH FOR

One of the most obvious early signs is swelling high on the animal's left side, particularly behind the ribs.

You may also notice:

👉 Animals becoming restless or uncomfortable
👉 Frequently getting up and down
👉 Kicking or looking at the belly
👉 Increased urination or defecation
👉 Laboured or rapid breathing
👉 Mouth open, tongue protruding or excessive salivation as it progresses
👉 Staggering, collapse and death in severe cases

🌱 PREVENTION IS FAR BETTER THAN TREATMENT

If cattle are heading onto high-risk pasture, don't simply turn hungry stock straight into a lush paddock.

Consider:

✔️ Introducing cattle to high-risk feed gradually
✔️ Making sure they're not hungry when first introduced
✔️ Providing access to suitable roughage/hay
✔️ Using an appropriate bloat preventative where required and ensuring every animal receives an effective intake
✔️ Checking high-risk mobs regularly — particularly after changes in pasture or weather
✔️ Having a bloat management plan and treatment products ready before they're needed

🚨 WHAT IF YOU FIND A BLOATED ANIMAL?

Treat it as urgent.

Mild cases may respond to an appropriate registered anti-bloat treatment, but severely affected animals can deteriorate rapidly and may require emergency veterinary intervention to relieve pressure.

Don't wait until an animal is down before acting — contact your veterinarian immediately if an animal is severely bloated, struggling to breathe, staggering or collapsing.

The big takeaway?

Don't let a paddock full of beautiful spring feed catch you off guard.

Know the risk, watch your cattle closely and have your prevention and emergency plan sorted before you need it.

📷: Future Beef

General livestock information only. Always follow registered product labels and seek veterinary advice for treatment of affected animals.

03/09/2026

We have a number of lots up for offer in tomorrows WEANER & YEARLING SALE on Auctions Plus 👇

🔵 19 Weaned Heifers - Quality line of heifer weaners being offered account the breeder, all good beef types. Weaners have only been running on Oats since weaning, are just starting to do, can only go ahead as Spring matures. Vendor has two other lots of weaners in same sale.
Listing link --> https://auctionsplus.com.au/auctions/cattle/weaner-yearling-sale/19-weaned-heifers/assessed/128741-324652/browse

🔵 9 Weaned Steers - Quality line of steer weaners being offered account the breeder, all good beef types. Weaners have only been running on Oats since weaning, are just starting to do, can only go ahead as Spring matures.
Listing Link --> https://auctionsplus.com.au/auctions/cattle/weaner-yearling-sale/9-weaned-steers/assessed/128741-324633/browse

🔵 7 Weaned Mixed S*xes - A sound line of Mixed S*x Weaners being offered account the breeder, all good beef types. Weaners have only been running on Oats since weaning, are just starting to do, can only go ahead as Spring matures.

🟠 10 Weaned Steers - Steers have had a tough start due to poor autumn and early winter seasonal conditions. Weight for age, much lighter than normal expectations. Well bred, easy handling cattle that are starting to freshen up with improving season. Would bounce away given the opportunity. Vendor has heifer portion of drop in same sale.
Listing link --> https://auctionsplus.com.au/auctions/cattle/weaner-yearling-sale/10-weaned-steers/assessed/128741-324422/browse

🟠 26 Weaned Heifers - Heifers have had a tough start due to poor autumn and early winter seasonal conditions. Weight for age, much lighter than normal expectations. Well bred, easy handling cattle that are starting to freshen up with improving season. Would bounce away given the opportunity.
Listing Link --> https://auctionsplus.com.au/auctions/cattle/weaner-yearling-sale/26-weaned-heifers/assessed/128741-324390/browse

Please contact Chris for more info on 0427 735 224

01/09/2026

Please see the draw for tomorrows fat cattle and sheep sale tomorrow 👇

01/09/2026

Please see Mudgee sale dates for the month of September 👇🐑🐄

20/08/2026

This weeks market report brought to you by CS Livestock 🐑 🐄

18/08/2026

Today on Auctions Plus selling @ 2pm🔨🐑
Listing link: https://auctionsplus.com.au/auctions/sheep/tuesday-national-sheep-sale/36-sil-ewes/assessed/128823-323549/browse

Quality line of well bred Aussie White Ewes SIL to quality Aussie White ram. Set joining of seven weeks. Great opportunity
for small holding to obtain quality Auusie White ewes with all their life ahead of them. Would also compliment a established
flock looking to grow numbers.

Please call Chris for more info on 0427 735 224

17/08/2026

A strong result at the VPC Stud Cattle bull sale, with solid demand across both breeds.

🔨 16 of 18 bulls sold to $14,000, averaging $9,022
🔨 19 of 19 Poll Hereford bulls sold to $18,000 twice, averaging $9,882

Lot 3, Vielun Powerpoint V26, topped at $14,000 and sold to P & M Dunn Partnership, Mudgee.

The Poll Hereford top price was shared by Lot 22, VP Stardom V023, purchased by Llandillo, and Lot 24, VP Quartz V068, purchased by Hornet Bank Pastoral Co, Taroom.

Congratulations to the VPC Stud team, successful purchasers and all involved in a terrific sale result. 🐂

📸: Photo credit to studstocksales.com

16/08/2026

Tomorrow is the VPC Stud Cattle sale!

"Lot 22 a powerful yet athletic bull to start the Poll Herefords. Outcross pedigree by Limehills Stardom. Stud sire material. Check out lot 23 as well, very similar.
Sells 17th August."

Check him out in the online catalogue along with a selection of other Poll Hereford and Angus bulls as well as females on offer --> https://vpcgroup.com.au/