Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Livestock Auction Services in Harrisonburg, VA
We are a family-run livestock auction market serving the Shenandoah Valley since 1956. Our commitment to adapting with industry changes while maintaining personalized service has made us a trusted partner for over six decades. We offer regular weekly sales for all livestock types, including specialized feeder cattle and Holstein sales. Our team provides comprehensive marketing tools to help sellers achieve top dollar and buyers access quality livestock.With packing plants and buyers from across the country represented weekly, we ensure competitive market opportunities. Our services include tele-auction access, field load sales, and guaranteed weaning periods for pre-conditioned cattle. Located in Harrisonburg, Virginia, we continue to evolve while upholding our core values of reliability and customer-focused service.
Services
Livestock Auctions
Feeder Cattle Sales
Holstein Sales
Cow/Calf Sales
Tele-Auction Services
Field Load Sales
Details
- Year established: 1956
Highlights and features
- We have over 60 years of experience in livestock marketing
- We offer regular, dependable sales every Thursday
- Our team includes third-generation livestock auction experts
- We provide tele-auction access for remote participation
- We guarantee weaning periods for pre-conditioned cattle
Services
Livestock Auctions
We conduct weekly livestock auctions every Thursday at 2 PM, featuring slaughter cattle, stockers, and feeder cattle. Our auctions attract packing plants and buyers from across the country. The process includes proper yard grading and guaranteed take-in times for seller convenience.
Feeder Cattle Sales
Monthly state-graded feeder cattle sales occur on the second Thursday of each month, with additional spring and fall events. We offer both in-barn and field sale options for top quality Valley feeder cattle, ensuring competitive pricing through regular buyer representation.
Holstein Sales
Specialized Holstein steer sales are held twice yearly in March and September at 3 PM. These combined sales integrate with regular feeder cattle auctions, providing dairy producers access to established markets for their livestock.
Tele-Auction Services
Our tele-auction platform enables remote participation in all sales events. This service maintains auction integrity while providing accessibility for buyers unable to attend in person, preserving competitive bidding dynamics.
Field Load Sales
We offer field load sale options for cattle producers, with loading beginning at 6 PM and in-barn sales starting at 7 PM. This service provides flexibility for larger operations needing specialized handling of livestock.
People
Jim Chambers
Yard Manager
Third-generation livestock auction professional managing daily operations. Brings decades of experience in cattle marketing and auction logistics to ensure efficient sales processes.
Steve Chambers
Office Manager
Handles administrative operations with deep understanding of livestock market dynamics. Ensures smooth coordination between buyers, sellers, and auction activities.
Lisa Chambers
Bookkeeper
Manages financial operations with attention to detail. Provides accurate accounting for all transactions in the fast-paced auction environment.
Questions
What types of livestock sales do you offer?
We conduct weekly general livestock auctions every Thursday at 2 PM, plus specialized state-graded feeder cattle sales and Holstein steer sales.
How long have you been in business?
We've been serving agricultural communities in the Shenandoah Valley since 1956, with three generations of family leadership.
Do you offer remote participation options?
Yes, we provide tele-auction services allowing remote bidding and participation in our livestock auctions.
What special cattle programs do you have?
We offer a weaned, pre-conditioned grass calf sale with cattle weaned for 45+ days, and guarantee steers are not stags.
How do I prepare for a sale?
Take-in for all sales starts at 6:00 AM. Cattle must be yard-graded into owner lots before auction time.
Reviews (1)
Dad Nichols
Sep 21, 2018
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I've been going to the livestock sales here for about 15 years. I don't exactly know what I'm doing cuz I'm a farmer on the side but these folks have always been good to work with and help me out when I had questions. I'll holla recommend them.