Algona Livestock Auction & Sale Information
2026 – 2027 Algona Livestock Special Sale Listings & InFO
Fall 2026
- Monday November 2nd, 2026 – Special “Annual Fall Round-Up”
- EARLY LISTINGS COMING SOON
Algona Livestock
“Top of Iowa” Preconditioned Sale
2026–2027 “Top of Iowa” Sale Dates
- Friday December 11th, 2026
- Friday January 8th, 2027 (Customer Appreciation Meal)
- Friday January 29th, 2027
- Friday February 19th, 2027
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.