Eastern Young Cattle Indicator
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The Eastern Young Cattle Indicator (EYCI) is an indicator of general cattle markets in Australia. It is calculated based on a seven-day rolling price average expressed in cents per kilogram carcase (or dressed) weight (¢/kg cwt).[1] The EYCI sources data from 23 saleyards in New South Wales, Queensland and Victoria.[2]
It is produced by Meat and Livestock Australia and includes; vealer and yearling steers and heifers purchased for slaughter, restocking or lotfeeding.[3][4]
Only cattle meeting the following criteria are included:
- C2 or C3 muscle and fat score,
- 200 kg+ live weight
