Algona Livestock Auction & Sale Information
Algona Livestock LLC
Special Bred Cow/Heifer Auction
Monday, March 9th, 2026 — Noon (Feeder Cattle Start Time)
Expecting 500-600 Head
Early Listings
- Pending – 120 Fancy Blk & Bwf Strs 850-950# Vac & LTW (2 Loads)
- Rodman Farm – 100 Fancy Blk S & H 750-850# Vac & LTW (1 Load Strs 800-825#)
- Dean Humke – 60 Fancy Blk & Bwf S & H 700-900# G.T. & LTW & HR Western Origin Genetics
- Kevin & Konnor Kristensen – 39 Fancy Blk & Bwf S & H 400-700# GT & HR & LTW Grass Specials
- Wayne Studer – 32 Fancy Blk & Bwf S & H 400-700# G.T. & NI & Grass Specials
- Alan & Greg Post – 30 Fancy Blk Strs 750-850# G.T. & HR & LTW
- Montag Family Farms – 29 Fancy Blk & Bwf S & H 400-700# GT & LTW & HR Grass Specials
- Dayton Farm – 27 Fancy Blk Hfrs 650-750# Vac & LTW
- Algona Farm – 22 Fancy Blk & Bwf S & H 400-600# 3XVac & LTW &HR Grass Specials
- B & J White Farms – 20 Fancy Blk S & H 550-750# Gold Tag & LTW & HR Grass Specials
- Jeff Wiuff – 16 Fancy Bwf & Rwf S & H 550-650# GT & LTW & HR
- Tom Collin – 6 Fancy Blk S & H 500-600# G.T. & LTW & HR
- Craig Studer – 7 Fancy Blk S & H 450-600# G.T. & NI & LTW
More cattle by sale time, numerous consignments of 5-10 Head weighing 300-900#
Fat Cattle @ 10:00 A.M.
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
- 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
2026–2027 “Top of Iowa” Sale Dates
- TBD
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.