GX_LS161 Springfield, IL Fri May 17, 2013 USDA-IL Dept of Ag Market News Eastern Cornbelt Direct Feeder Cattle Summary Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, and Ohio Reported sales this week: 0 Last Week: 345 Last year: 83 No trend available for feeder steers and heifers. Prices based on net weights FOB after a 3 percent shrink or equivalent and 5-10 cent slide on calves and 4-6 cent slide on yearlings from base weights. Delivered prices include freight, commissions and other expenses. Current sales are up to 14 days delivery. Feeder Steers: No Test. Feeder Heifers: No Test. Source: USDA Dept of Ag Market News Oklahoma City, OK 405-232-5425 Joe Massey, Market Reporter www.ams.usda.gov/mnreports/GX_LS161.txt 1000cst jm