Algona Livestock Auction & Sale Information
Algona Livestock LLC
Top of Iowa Precondition Sale
Friday February 20th, 2026 — 10:00 AM (Start Time)
Expecting 800–900 Head
Early Listings
- Ferguson Cattle Co.- 120 Fancy Blk/BWF S&H 650-900# Gold Tag & HR & LTW
- Rodman Farm – 120 Fancy Blk Yearling Strs 825-925# Vac & LTW & Green
- Brian Ruppert – 110 Fancy Blk & Bwf S & H 650-725# Vac & LTW
- Mike Will – 90 Fancy Blk S & H 600-800# GT & LTW & NI
- Doug Eisentrager – 55 Fancy Blk/BWF S&H 650-750# Gold Tag & LTW & Replacement Quality
- Merlin Viet – 52 Fancy Blk & Bwf S & H 550-650# G.T. & LTW
- Josh Tobin – 40 Fancy Blk & Bwf S & H 450-650# G.T. & LTW & HR
- Kent Ubben – 40 Fancy Blk Strs, a few Hfrs # Vac & LTW & NI
- Sawyer Bros – 39 Fancy Blk S & H 500-700# GT & LTW
- Brian & Carter Hoffman – 30 Fancy Blk S & H 650-850# Vac & LTW & HR
- Joe Henry – 25 Fancy Blk S & H 500-650# G.T. & LTW & HR
- Ubben Cattle – 22 Fancy Blk & Red S & H 550-750# Vac & LTW & HR
- Jim Mohr – 21 Fancy Blk S & H 450-600# G.T. & LTW & HR
- Fritz Gron – 20 Fancy Blk Strs 750-900# GT & LTW & HR
- Al Froming – 18 Fancy Blk Hfrs 550-650# Gold Tag & LTW & HR
- Randy Lemberg – 15 Fancy Blk S & H 600-750# G.T. & LTW & HR
- Dave Muller – 14 Fancy Blk & Bwf Strs 550-700# G.T. & LTW & HR
- Rod & Kyle Anderson – 12 Fancy Blk S & H 500-600# G.T. & LTW & HR
- Mike Gage – 10 Fancy Blk Hfrs 550-700# Gold Tag & LTW & HR
- Mel & Brandon Haler – 9 Fancy Blk S & H 450-600# G.T. & HR
- Keith Frerichs – 9 Fancy Blk S & H 550-600# G.T. & LTW & HR
- More Cattle By Sale Time…numerous consignments of 5-10 Head 300#-900#
More Cattle by Sale Time
Check updated listings at: algonalivestock.com
Bid online at: cattleusa.com
Contact
Algona Livestock: 800-747-0035
Pat Vonnahme: 515-351-8983
2026 Algona Livestock Special Sales & Dates
Spring 2026
- Friday, February 20, 2026 – Top of Iowa Sale (10:00 AM)
- Monday, February 23, 2026 – Bred Cow & Heifer Special (Noon)
- Monday, March 9, 2026 – “4th Annual Frost Buster” (Noon)
- Monday, April 13, 2026 – “Back to Grass” Feeder Auction (Noon)
Summer 2026
- Monday, May 25, 2026 – NO SALE
- Monday, June 1, 2026 – “Pre-Summer” All Cattle Auction (Noon)
- Monday, July 6, 2026 – NO SALE
- Monday, August 10, 2026 – “Annual Summer” Yearling Auction (Noon)
Algona Livestock
“Top of Iowa” Preconditioned Sale
2025–2026 “Top of Iowa” Sale Dates
- Friday, February 20, 2026
All sales are held on Fridays and begin at 11:00 A.M.
Preconditioned Program Requirements
- At least one round of vaccinations
- Minimum 30 days weaned
- Two rounds are recommended to build stronger immunity for future stress
- Many buyers now request two rounds of Modified Live Vaccinations
For guidance, contact Algona Livestock or consult your veterinarian for recommendations.
Why Attend?
- Top-tier genetics
- Exceptional quality
- Premium replacement heifers
- Feeder cattle ideal for backgrounding or finishing
These sales represent some of the best cattlemen and cattlewomen in Northern Iowa.
Vaccinations & Recommendations
We strongly recommend vaccinating & weaning
***Consult your vet for vaccine questions and recommendations specific to your herd needs***
Recommended Vaccination Program
- Four-way Virus Vaccine for IBR-P13_BVD-BRSV
- 7-way Clostridial
- 1 to 2 does of Coronavirus vaccine prior to weaning
- External & Internal parasite control
- Administer all shots in the neck
- Booster shots at least 14 days prior to sale
- Knife cut while still on cows
- FerAppease at weaning to lower stress
- Consider a 10 to 1 buyer ratio on calves 2 rounds of shots that weaned at least 60 days versus calves that are not.