COVID-19 may have changed the way saleyards operate for the moment, but it didn't dampen prices at the CTLX weaner sale.

WORLDWIDE interest in Mayura's inaugural high performance production online sale, helped it achieve a world record for a beef semen package of $68,000 a straw.

Prices remained firm at Wodonga despite social distancing restrictions in place.

A large increase in sales turning to online platforms, and buyer registrations, has been seen by AuctionsPlus.

The CTLX Autumn Weaner Sale will kick off at 10am Friday, but with a few notable auction changes.

Livestock marketing officers will not attend sales.

Beyond coronavirus it could also offer biosecurity benefits .

The Federation female line was in hot demand.

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Strong confidence in the cattle market pushed the price of weaners up another $100 a head at some sales in the past week.