Sales Dates 2014 Society Sales Blessington Premier Show & Sale Blessington 2nd Main Sale Blessington (Multibreed) Tullamore (Multibreed) Donegal Raphoe Raphoe Raphoe Raphoe In Lamb Ewe Sale West Region Roscommon Athenry Delvin Balinasloe Tuam Maam Cross Roscommon 2nd Sale Athenry Mountbellew Ballinasloe In Lamb Ewe Sale North Connacht Ballinrobe Texel X & Club sale Ballymote Carrigallen Ballinrobe Ballina North East Cootehill Carnaross Cootehill South East Tullow Enniscorthy Carnew South West Milltown Roscrea
Friday & Saturday Friday Saturday Saturday
8th & 9th August 10th Oct (evening) 27th September 23rd August
Friday 29th August Friday 26th September Friday 10th October Friday 21st November Saturday 23rd August Monday 01st September Thursday 04th September Saturday 06th September Tuesday 09th September Saturday 13th September Saturday 20th September Monday 29th September Saturday 11th October Saturday 22nd November Friday 22nd August Thursday 4th September Monday 8th Sept (evening) Friday 12th September Monday 22nd September Saturday 13th September (2pm) Tuesday 23rd September (7pm) Wednesday 08th October (6pm) Tuesday 26th August Wednesday 10th September Thursday 9th October Friday Wednesday
05th Sept (evening) 17th September
More sales dates will be confirmed for regions post publication of this notice. Please check www.irishtexel.com or facebook Irish Texel Sheep & forthcoming sales to obtain the most current sales dates list.
Contents
Sales Dates................................................................................................................................................ inside front cover Incoming Chairman's Report. ............................................................................................................................................ 2 Photographic Competition & Last Year Winners............................................................................................ 3 Society Council Members. .................................................................................................................................................... 4 Upcoming Events........................................................................................................................................................................... 5 List of Approved Judges.......................................................................................................................................................... 6 Texel Growvite All-Ireland 2013...................................................................................................................................... 7 Earmarking in Registred Flocks..................................................................................................................................... 14 Sheep Ireland Plans for 2014.......................................................................................................................................... 15 Blessington Premier Sale 2013. .................................................................................................................................... 17 Sheep Ireland Objectives.................................................................................................................................................... 25 Ration Formulation for Sheep. ...................................................................................................................................... 31 Nematodirus and Coccidiosis in Young Lambs.............................................................................................. 35 Worm Control and Anthelmintic Resistance................................................................................................... 41 Volac Lamb Volostrum. ......................................................................................................................................................... 45 Sheep Sector Performance and Outlook............................................................................................................. 48 Positive Immediate-Term but Cautious Long-Term Outlook........................................................... 53 A Powerful New Genetic Tool - Genomic Selection. ................................................................................ 57 Brian Nicholson............................................................................................................................................................................ 61 RDS – Champion of Champions Award 2013.................................................................................................. 65 Lamb Recipe – Lamb Stir-fry with Leeks and Peppers........................................................................... 70 The Eager Sheep System..................................................................................................................................................... 71 STAP Eligible Texel Rams...................................................................................................................................................... 75 Heifer & Hogget Competition........................................................................................................................................ 76 Texel Young Breeders.............................................................................................................................................................. 80 Donegal Club Report............................................................................................................................................................... 84 Midland Region Report. ....................................................................................................................................................... 94 Blessington 2nd Sale.................................................................................................................................................................. 96 National Ploughing Championships 2013.......................................................................................................... 97 North East Texel Club Report...................................................................................................................................... 102 North Connacht Report.................................................................................................................................................... 106 Proud Moment for Lehinch Texels: Stephen Coen................................................................................ 102 South East Regional Report.......................................................................................................................................... 116 South West Report................................................................................................................................................................ 121 West Region Club Report................................................................................................................................................ 123 Lamb Recipe – Slow Cooked Spiced Shoulder of Lamb Wraps. ................................................ 134 Texel Shop...................................................................................................................................................................................... 136 Members of the Society.................................................................................................................................................. 137 Membership Information & Fees........................................................................................................................... 146 Application Form for Membership........................................................................................................................ 147 Advertisers Index.................................................................................................................................................................... 148
Incoming Chairman's Foreword In 1977 my father and life long friend Tom arrived home from Blessington with a pedigree Texel ram at 110gns. He was the youngest hogget at the Texel sale of Raphoe bred rams on the day and was registered as Raphoe Magician. We were so impressed with the breed that the purchase of two pedigree ewes was imminent with a further three imported from Holland in 1980.
Yes, there have been huge changes and variations in and around the sheep industry over the past thirty-five years and most importantly in the Texel breed itself. It is indeed heartening to see the breed continuing to improve both in popularity and in standard. The gap is continuing to widen between the non-pedigree, non-recorded rams and the rams produced by those who have invested time and money in the Texel breed. However as breeders it is essential that we remain aware, in the words of a tidy commercial sheep man some twenty-five years ago, "You've got to realise that not all your ducks are swans". This is the mind set we need to have as pedigree breeders and it is key that we use the tools available to us to identify the 'swans' from our 'ducks', although how we identify these rams is constantly the subject of review and change. The buzz and excitement of the show ring and the lure of those four figured prices will always be the highlight of the day, however the consistency of type and performance will be, and is, what gives the breed its popularity among the top commercial sheep farmers both here and in the UK.The recording of our lambs by Sheep Ireland together with the enthusiasm of our council, secretary and breeders in general will ensure that the Texel breed will continue to grow in popularity among the many commercial farmers that choose to breed the best and get paid top dollar for their efforts. I am looking forward to working with the breed and its members as chairman over the next two years and I am sure that our efforts over this period will only serve to progress and improve this superior breed. Michael J Bird 4
Competition Time We want your pictures of your Texels! Please send pictures of Texel Sheep both Purebred and Crossbred to www.irishtexel.com Pictures may be taken at home, at a local show etc. Entries and the overall prizewinning photos may be used and published for promotional purposes by the Irish Texel Sheep Society. Entry is free and you can enter as many times as you like.
Prizes: 1st Prize Texel Regatta Jacket or Free Membership Renewal for 2014 (worth €50) 2nd Prize Texel Fleece Jacket
Under 16’s Category 1st Prize Texel Jacket 2nd Prize Texel Cap All entrants to this category will receive a prize. Entries must be received by Sat 23rd July 2014. All entries will be on display in Blessington Livestock Mart for the Premier Show & Sale. Winner will be chosen at the Premier Sale on Saturday 9th August.
Last Year Winners
'Nude Sunbathers' – First Prize Winner - Catherine Bird
Junior 1st Prize Winner - Elaine Garrivan, Clew Bay Co. Mayo
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Society Contact Information CHAIRPERSON: Michael Bird Dunlever House, Trim, Co. Meath
SECRETARY: Sinéad Brophy Kellistown Farm, Kellistown, Carlow, m. 087 3552992 COUNCIL MEMBERS: NAME
REGION
Michael Bird John McLoone Hughie Mooney Jimmy Garrivan Paul Coyne Michael McHugh John Wehrly Michael Murphy Michael Carroll Zoe Payne Flor Ryan Arthur O’Keeffe Fergal O’ Sé John Kidd John L Taylor
Chairperson Donegal Donegal North Connacht North Connacht North East North East West West Midlands Midlands South West South West South East South East
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Upcoming Events
World Shearing Championships
The World Shearing Championships is being held in Gorey Co. Wexford from May 17 to 25th. The Society will be displaying a profile of Texels. This will culminate with The Golden Shears Texel Championship on Saturday 24th of May organised by the South East Region. A prize fund of €2000 is on offer and is open to Pedigree breeders from all Ireland. Enquiries to Graham Grothier grothierg@yahoo.ie
Growvite All – Ireland Championships
This year our Championships are being held on Saturday 28th June 2014, at Finn Valley Show, Co. Donegal. This is the biggest Pedigree Texel Interflock Competition that is held annually and is truly an exciting day out for those exhibiting their pedigree stock, or for those who enjoy admiring the breed. Judging will commence at 11am.
Premier Sale
This year our first sale of the season will be held on Friday 8th and Saturday 9th of August, at Blessington Livestock Mart, Co. Wicklow. The judging will commence at 3pm on Friday 8th, which will culminate in the awarding of the Premier Sale 2014 Male & Female Champion. The sale will commence at 11am on Saturday 9th. On the day there will be approximately 250 rams and 100 females offered for sale. A catalogue with full details will be available from the Society Secretary prior to sale.
Regional Shows
A display of both Pedigree and Cross bred Texels will be held at regional shows throughout the country. These sheep will be shown by local breeders and judged in the show competition held on the day. Please check your local publications for class details if you wish to exhibit your sheep at these shows or you simply would like to view the competition on the day. The Irish Texel Sheep Society actively encourages all its members to participate and support their local shows.
National Livestock Show
Tullamore Show is scheduled to take place on Sunday 10th August 2014 at the Butterfield Estate, Tullamore Co. Offaly. This is the biggest Livestock Show in the country. Texels have always had strong presence at this event, and the Irish Texel Sheep Society are proud to be sponsoring the majority of the Texel classes at this years show.
National Ploughing Championships
Tuesday 23th – Thursday 25th September will once again be held in Stradbally, Co. Laois. Come visit us in the Sheep Tunnel. On this year’s Texel stand we will have a combination of the Hiltex Sheep, Pedigree and Crossbred Texels. At the Ploughing Championships you have the ideal opportunity to come and discuss the merits of Texel Sheep with breeders at the stand and they can answer any questions you might have. If you require information for any Texel event please contact the Society. If you require information for any Texel event and for up to date news and events, please visit our website www.irishtexel.com or alternatively follow us on
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List of Approved Judges Ms. Fiona Bennett, Barnacoyle Big, Newcastle, Co. Wicklow Mr. Michael J Bird, Dunlever Hse, Trim, Co. Meath Mr. John J Brennan, Lisgobbin, Roscommon Mr. Alex Clarke, Alepat, Boyerstown, Navan, Co. Meath Mr. Liam Coen, Lehinch, Hollyount, Co. Mayo Mr. John Donohoe, Ballybur, Cuffesgrange, Co. Kilkenny Mr. Ronnie Edwards, Hillsborough, Ramelton, Co. Donegal Mr. Pat Farrell, Oberstown, Tara, Co. Meath Mr. John Gallagher, Ballinamongree, Glanworth, Co. Cork Mr. Ronan Gallagher, Carrowcarden,Enniscrone, Co. Sligo Mr. Peter Gibbons, Macetown, Tara, Co. Meath Mr. John Greene, Larahirl, Culdaff, Co. Donegal Mr. Tom Healy, Blackthorn View, Loughanure, Clane Co. Kildare Mr. John Kelly, Shraigh East, Bunnahowen, Ballina, Co. Mayo Mr. Pat Landers, Mountnicholas, Gortatlea, Tralee, Co. Kerry Mr. Pat Lyons, Turoe, Bullaun, Loughrea, Co. Galway Mr. Michael McHugh, Cnoc Glas, Lisnashannagh, Carrickmacross Mr. Shane McHugh, Figart, Dunfanaghy, Co. Donegal Mr. Adrian McKeague, The Knock, Culduff, Co. Donegal Mr. Ian McKeague, The Knock, Culduff, Co. Donegal Mrs. Anne Murphy, Belcarrig, Gorey, Co. Wexford Mr. Wm Murphy Snr, Sheffield Hse, Ballylinan, Athy, Co. Kildare Mr. Michael Neenan, Dromakee, Kilyflynn, Tralee, Co. Kerry Mr. John Neville, Brownstown, Murrintown, Co. Wexford Mr. Padraic Niland, Chessy, Kinvara, Co.Galway Mr. Arthur O’Keeffe, Annakisha Hse, Killavullen, Co. Cork Mr. Fergal O’Se Church Cross, Ventry, Tralee Co. Kerry Mr. Tom Pollard, Grawn, Ballingarry, Thurles, Co. Tipperary Mr. John Renehan, Violet Hill, Johnstown, Co. Kilkenny Mr. Flor Ryan, Lawn, Prosperous, Co. Kildare Mr. John Stewart, Roughan, Ramelton, Letterkenny, Co. Donegal Mr. John Taylor, Hilton Park, Clones, Co. Monaghan Mr. John L Taylor, Renaghmore, Barna, Thurles, Co. Tipperary Mr. Liam Walsh, Rathroen, Ballina, Co. Mayo 8
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Texel Growvite All-Ireland 2013
Top honours of the 2013 Texel Championships belong to the Gallagher Family from Ballinamongree, Glanworth Co. Cork. Their Aged Ram, Kilclammon Sportsman a son of Douganhill McFly scored the winning goal in his South West region to ensure the silver was heading back to Cork after fighting off the competition from almost 150 high quality Texel Brian Hanthorn, Armagh judging the senior sheep. Sportsman was awarded first ram class at the championships. in the Aged ram class then the Male Champion before eventually being awarded Supreme Champion 2013. The soaring temperatures could only aid the very capable Judging ability of Mr. Brian Hanthorn who lost no time in selecting his prizes for every class. Ladies day out proved very successful for two Mayo breeders who travelled the long journey today to Clonmel, Co. Tipperary for the 2013 Texel All Ireland Championships. Liam Walsh topped the class with a shearling ewe sired by Glenside Razzle Dazzle, she later went on to become Female Champion and Opposite Sex Champion. Daire McManamon from Newport in Co.Mayo took the honours in both the Female and Male Novice classes by taking the red rosettes in both. Daire’s ewe lamb sired by Haddo Ringleader later went on to be selected as reserve female champion. The Aged Ewe class was won by Arthur O ‘Keeffe exhibiting a daughter of Cairness Perfection. John Neville also had a very successful run on the day by taking first place in three of the classes, Shearing ram, Senior ram & Junior Ewe Lambs, to complete a perfect hat- trick John took first, second and third places in the junior ewe lamb class. All three lambs were full sisters sired by Strathbogie Python and an Ettrick ewe. Johns ram lamb sired by Kelso Pavarotti was later selected by Brian Hanthorn be the Reserve Supreme Champion. The Junior Stockperson of the show was awarded to James Walker from Croom, Co.Limerick 9
The Supreme Champion pictured with Michael Gallagher & Adrian McKeague, Chairman, Irish Texel Sheep Society, Stephen Lyons, Growvite, sponsors & Brian Hanthorn, judge.
The Reserve Champion pictured with joint owners John Neville & John Wehrly, Adrian McKeague, chairman Irish Texel Sheep Society, & Stephen Lyons, Growvite (sponsor)
The male champion with Michael Gallagher & Stephen Lyons, Growvite (sponsor).
The reserve male champion with John Neville & Stephen Lyons, Growvite (sponsor).
The female champion with Liam Walsh & Stephen Lyons, Growvite (sponsor). Photo O'Gorman Photography.
The reserve female champion pictured with Daire McManamon & Stephen Lyons, Growvite (sponsor).
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Photo O'Gorman Photography.
James Walker, the champion young handler with Brian Hanthorn, Armagh, judge.
Jimmy O'Brien, Chairman Tipperary County Council, Tom Hayes, Minister of State at the Department of Agriculture, Food & the Marine & Adrian McKeague, Chairman, Irish Texel Sheep Society.
Judging in the senior ram class.
The line up of the top six animals in the two shear ram & upwards class.
The winner of the two shear ram & upwards class with Michael Gallagher & Stephen Lyons, Growvite (sponsor).
The line up of the top six animals in the two shear ewe & upwards class.
The winner of the two shear ewe & upwards class owned by Arthur & Patrick O'Keeffe.
Photo O'Gorman Photography.
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The line up of the top six animals in the shearling ram class.
The winner of the shearling ram class owned by John Neville.
The line up of the shearling ewe class.
The winner of the shearling ewe class owned by Liam Walsh.
The line up of the senior ram lamb class.
The winner of the senior ram lamb class owned jointly by John Wehrly & John Neville.
The line up of the junior ram lamb class.
The winner of the junior ram lamb class owned by Fergal O'Se.
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Photo O'Gorman Photography.
The line up of the senior ewe lamb class.
The winner of the senior ewe lamb class owned by Liam Walsh.
The line up of the junior ewe lamb class.
The winner of the junior ewe lamb class owned by John Neville.
The line up of the novice ram lamb class.
The winner of the novice ram lamb class owned by Daire McManamon.
The line up of the novice ewe lamb class.
The winner of the novice ewe lamb class owned by Daire McManamon.
Photo O'Gorman Photography.
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Brian Hanthorn, Armagh judging the senior ram lamb class.
Junior Stockperson Class
Brian Hanthorn busy judging… and Padraic Kelly, keeping an eye on it.
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Photo O'Gorman Photography.
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Earmarking in Registered Flocks
All lambs must be notched within 24 hours of birth for identification purposes. The method of Ear Notching to identify the individual lambs is shown in the diagram.
Correct Ear Notching
Using Slot 1cm Long by 3.5mm wide, e.g.
Ear notches are inspected at all Society Sales. Incorrectly or ineligibly marked sheep are rejected by the inspectors and may not be sold in Society Sales or used for Pedigree breeding. It is the responsibility of each breeder to familiarize themselves with the correct identifying procedures and tagging requirements.
Examples of Notching For ‘28’ – notch a ‘20’ in the right ear and a ‘5’ and a ‘3’ in the left ear as shown in diagram. For ‘107’ – notch two ‘50’s at the bottom of the right ear and a ‘5’ and a ‘2’ in the left ear. Tattooing is now optional due to the use of double tagging with EID Department Tags. The details that would have been tattooed into the ear must now be embossed onto back of one (or depending on supplier both) of the tags, e.g.: ABE 14001 etc. This is the unique flock code and the lamb number in the year of its birth. Sheep presented for sales with handwritten details on tags will not be allowed into sales. It is advisable that each breeder keep a record of each lambs tag number with their corresponding ear identification number in the case of a lost tag.
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Sheep Ireland
The 2014 season has seen yet another major increase in the number of performance recording Texel flocks, with 140 ram breeders now submitting lamb performance data to Sheep Ireland. This trend is hugely positive for both the breed and farmers using the Texel rams. In terms of the number of breeders currently recording data for any one breed, the Irish Texel Society has the highest, demonstrating the great endeavours of the Texel breed to improve the genetics of the breed and in turn, the flock genetics of farmers using theseTexel rams.
Sheep Ireland plans for 2014 Changes to the €uro-Star Indexes In 2014 Sheep Ireland will be implementing the latest developments in terms of the €uro-Star Indexes. In association with Teagasc there are many planned future developments to these Indexes and they will continue to grow and adapt as more data and technologies become available enabling us to base new Indexes on new exciting traits. In 2014 we will be including ewe mature weights in our evaluations. Up to now ewe mature weights have been estimated in our Indexes using weights and fat measurements collected from lambs up to and at the point of Ultrasound scanning. We now have sufficient ewe mature weight data gathered from Sheep Ireland and Teagasc flocks to begin including actual weights in our evaluation which will result in €uro-Stars with higher accuracies. Another major change to the €uro-Stars in 2014 will be the way in which we display our Indexes. Up to now we used an Overall Index which was comprised of three other main Indexes, Production, Maternal and Lambing. This structure will now be simplified by have just two main indexes – Terminal and Replacement. The Lambing index will have a strong role in each of these indexes as it is an extremely important trait no matter what the flock objective may be.
Implications for STAP The terms and conditions for the Sheep Technology Adoption Programme have been amended to reflect the new Sheep Ireland indexes. In order for a ram to be eligible for STAP, that ram will need to have a €uro-Star value of three or greater in either the Terminal or Replacement Index. Demand for STAP rams will be high this year and it will be critical that all breeders involved in LambPlus, make it very clear at all ram sales if their rams are eligible for STAP. The Texel Society is leading the way in terms of €uro-Star visibility as they are displayed in all society sale catalogues and this will ensure that all Texel customers involved in STAP will be very well serviced. Where rams are traded directly from a breeders farm it is critical that the purchaser is furnished with a print-out of the €uro-Star information for the ram. 17
DNA collection in 2014 The growth of performance recording in Ireland of late bodes well for genetic improvement in our sheep industry. Continued growth of performance recording will be essential to maximise genetic gain, but new technologies will also have a big role to play, one such technology will be genomics. Genomic technology has the potential to allow us identify top genetic merit ram lambs at an early age by analysing their DNA. For genomics to happen in the Irish sheep Industry we will need to do two things – 1. Identify the very best genetics & 2. Collect DNA to analyse. 1.
Identifying the top genetics – This can only be done through performance recording and by engaging with all aspects of the Sheep Ireland programme – LambPlus, MALP and the CPT. Genomics cannot happen until such time as there is a sufficient volume of performance data collected for any one breed. The Irish Texel Society is well placed in this regard as they have been leading the way in terms of numbers of participating breeders since the beginning of Sheep Ireland.
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DNA collection – Once step one is achieved and there has been sufficient performance data recorded by LambPlus breeders it will then be possible to begin genomic analysis. Without DNA samples from performance recorded animals there will be nothing to analyse. That’s why it is of critical importance that we begin this DNA collection process immediately. Sheep Ireland plans to collect a DNA sample from as many performance recorded stock rams in our LambPlus flocks in 2014. This DNA will form the foundation of a national DNA bank for the Irish sheep industry, this will be an invaluable resource into the future.
If we look across the main livestock sectors in this country we see that the best sheep producers can operate profitable, sustainable enterprises. As an industry, the sheep industry is second to dairy in terms of profit making potential. Unfortunately the gap between first and second place is considerable. If this gap is to be bridged then along with improvements in management, genetics will have a major role to play. The Irish Texel Sheep Society has positioned itself in the best position possible to help farmers towards a more profitable industry. For more information on any of the above visit www.sheep.ie or contact the Sheep Ireland office on 1850 601 901. Ewe – IE3550030111831, bred by CII04011 (Mullaghrafferty Knave) with two healthy Texel lambs at foot on 11th March 2014 on the CPT farm of John Large, Gortnahoe, Co. Tipperary. The lambs are 75% Texel and were sired by PNI11051 (Chessy Spot On). The lambs were born on 10th March and weighed to be just over 5kgs. The ewe lambed down without any assistance. In total 821 CPT lambs were born into the flock of John Large with over 2,700 born across the entire CPT programme.
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Blessington Premier Sale 2013
Pavarotti Son hits the high notes at Texel Premier Sale 2013
In excess of 300 lots were on offer at the 2013 Premier Sale at Blessington Livestock Mart, Co. Wicklow. Mr. Pip Kermode of the Orrisdale Texels, Isle of Man was the appointed judge. After a strong competition across all seven classes, Oberstown Usainbolt was awarded the Male Champion. Earlier he was the first prizewinner from the Open Ram Class exhibited by father and son team Pat & Barry Farrell, Tara, Co. Meath. He was sold to Paul O Connor, Drumgooland Texels for 7,000gns. Farrell’s then sold a half brother of the Champion to Peter Gibbons also from Co. Meath, for 3600gns. The Reserve male champion went to the Donegal bred Muckish Unique a son of Deveronvale Oddie bred by John McGee. Unique stood first in the Lambplus Ram Class. He was sold to the partnership of Michael Bird, John Canty and Eugene O’ Sullivan for 2700gns. The winner of the shearling ram class was Danny Murray, Billary, Co. Donegal with an impressive son of Bailey’s One and Only. He was bought by Charlie Clarke Jnr, from Co. Monaghan at 2000gns. Galway born Niland’s Universal bred by Gerard Niland took the red rosette in the Novice Ram Class, sired by Cowal Rico and out of a Tullagh Neptune ewe. Cork breeders Arthur & Patrick O’Keeffe’s, ‘Group of 3 rams’ came up trumps in this lamb class followed closely into 2nd place by a trio put forward by Liam Walsh from Ballina, Co. Mayo. After a very high standard of females to choose from, the Female Champion was awarded to Jackie Ryan Co. Kildare with a daughter of Bailey’s One and Only. She was later sold for 3100gns. Reserve Female Champion was awarded to a February born daughter of Castleknowe Matchmatcher, brought out by John Neville, Thornville Texels Co. Wexford. She was later bought by the vendors of the Male Champion Pat & Barry Farrell Co. Meath for 2,000gns. Other top prices obtained included; Liam Walsh, Co. Mayo 2400gns, Andrew & Richard Wilson, Co. Donegal 2200gns, Johnny Ryan Co. Kildare 2000gns.
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The champion male which sold for 7,000 gns with owner Barry Farrell, Pip Kermode, judge, Pat Farrell, Tara & Adrian McKeague, Society Chairman.
Reserve champion male which sold for 2,700 gns with owner John McGee, Pip Kermode, judge & Adrian McKeague, Society Chairman.
The champion female owned by Vivienne Ryan sold for 3,100 gns.
Reserve champion female which sold for 2,000 gns owned jointly by John Neville, & Barry Farrell.
Line up in the shearling ram class.
The winner of the shearling ram class owned by Danny Murray.
The line up in the ram lamb class.
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The winner of the ram lamb class owned by Pat & Barry Farrell.
The winning line up in the lambplus ram lamb class.
The winner of the lambplus ram lamb class owned by John McGee.
Line up in the novice ram lamb class.
The winner of the novice ram lamb class owned by Gerard Niland.
The winning line up in the ewe lamb class.
The winner in the ewe lamb class with John Neville, Murrinstown.
The winners in the group of three ram lambs class owned by Arthur & Patrick O'Keeffe.
The winning line up in the shearling ewe class.
Photo O'Gorman Photography.
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Ewe lamb owned by Ronan Gallagher which sold for 1,000 gns.
Shearing ram purchased by Charlie Clarke for 2,000 gns.
Ram lamb owned by Liam Walsh sold for 2,400 gns.
Ram lamb owned by Liam Walsh sold for 1,400 gns.
Ram lamb owned by Kenneth Bird sold for 1,800 gns.
Ram lamb owned by Pat & Barry Farrell sold for 3,500 gns.
Shearling ram owned by Michael Bird sold for 1,100 gns.
Shearling ewe owned by Johnny Ryan sold for 1,250 gns.
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Photo O'Gorman Photography.
Shearling ewe owned by Flor Ryan sold for 1,300 gns.
Ram lamb owned by Shane McHugh sold for 1,050 gns.
Ram lamb owned by John & Colm McHugh sold for 1,500 gns.
Ram lamb owned by Amanda & Jessica McMeel sold for 1,800 gns.
Ram lamb owned by Daire & Enda McManamon which sold for 1,120 gns.
Ram lamb owned by Kenneth Bird which sold for 1,400 gns.
Ram lamb owned by Andrew & Richard Wilson sold for 2,200 gns.
Ram lamb owned by Kenneth Brazil, sold for 1,070 gns.
Photo O'Gorman Photography.
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Ram lamb owned by Arthur & Patrick O'Keeffe sold for 1,000 gns.
Ram lamb owned by Fergal O'Se sold for 1,050 gns.
Ram lamb owned by Gerard Niland sold for 1,100 gns.
Ram lamb owned by Ronan Gallagher sold for 1,200 gns.
Ram lamb owned by Ronan Gallagher sold for 1,050 gns.
Ram lamb owned by Fergal O'Se, sold for 1,500 gns.
The winner of the FBD Young Shepard of the Year 2012 award Eoin O'Byrne pictured with Adrian McKeague, Chairman Irish Texel Society, sponsor.
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Photo O'Gorman Photography.
Attendance at the salesring.
Pip Kermode, Isle of Man judging. Dr Gerry More-O'Ferrall pictured at the Premier Show & Sale.
Photo O'Gorman Photography.
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Sheep Ireland
by Kevin McDermott Sheep Ireland
The objective of Sheep Ireland is to help improve the rate of genetic gain of the Irish National flock through science and improved data collection. There are currently just over 500 pedigree ram breeders using the LambPlus performance recording service which is provided by Sheep Ireland. Participants in LambPlus record a lot of important information on each individual animal born in the flock. This includes: • Lamb parentage • Lambing difficulty • Lamb mortality • Birth weight • Lamb live weight at approximately 40, 100, and 150 days of age • Ultra-sound scanning for muscle and fat depth on the loin of the lamb (optional) All these parameters are very important in generating the most accurate €uro-Star evaluations currently achievable and to the growing success of every sheep flock in Ireland, both pedigree and commercial.
€uro-Stars: What do they mean?
€uro-Stars are used to put a simple rating on each trait of an animal within that particular breed. Table 1 displays each Star rating and what each Star rating represents. An example would be a ram with 5 Stars for lambing will be in the top 20% of the breed for lambing ease and lamb survivability. The ideal ram would be 5 Stars across all the traits. It is important to emphasise that all evaluations are based within a single breed, therefore a ram could be 5 Stars for lambing, however when compared to a ram of a different breed it may only be considered as a 3 Star.
€uro-Stars: How to use them?
€uro-Star Categories Top 20% Top 40% Average Bottom 40% Bottom 20% Table 1: €uro-Stars categories
There are a number of criteria a ram must fulfil before €uro-Stars are considered when choosing a ram. Teagasc recently produced a very useful information leaflet explaining the physical features of a ram that should be examined before purchasing and these were called the 5 T’s. These 5 T’s stand for Teeth, Testicle, Tone, Toes, and Timing, if a ram fails in any of these physical attributes then it should be eliminated from your panel of possible purchases. Once you have selected a group of rams that meet these criteria only then should you consider the €uro-Stars to help you make your final decision. This process ensures you select a ram that is physically correct and has the best type of genetics that you can acquire. A similar practice should be followed when selecting replacement ewe lambs.
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Use the €uro-Stars Indexes according to your needs: • Terminal Index – To produce fast growing lambs with good carcase traits that will be easily lambed down. • Replacement Index – To produce efficient replacement females that will produce more lambs, have less lambing difficulties and have more milk without reaching an excessive mature size. We are currently developing a new trait called the “Health Trait” in light of farmer and industry demand. This will look at the ability of an animal to have a greater resistance to foot rot and internal parasites as well as the longevity of the ewe (how many years she successfully rears a lamb), and we already have 1000’s of records collected on our commercial flocks to implement this Index next year.
Accuracies (Acc %): What do they mean?
The accuracy figure which can be seen on the right-hand-side of each catalogue, this represents the amount of confidence that can be placed behind each trait. You can see in table 2, the target accuracy Target Level of accuracy for both of the main traits for a ram lamb, and until a (Acc %) for 2013 point that a ram sires LambPlus performance recorded lambs, this will be approximately the best that an animal Ram Lambs can achieve. There are two factors affecting the level of Terminal 40% accuracy for each trait. 1. The heritability of a trait - Some parameters measured by LambPlus breeders is much more heritable than others, for example, there is a very strong link between a lamb ADG and the ADG of its ancestors, compare this to lambing ease which has a weaker link between the lamb and its ancestors.
Replacement
35%
Table 2: The target level of accuracies on the Terminal and Replacement index for a Ram Lamb
2. The quantity of information provided – Breeders that are reaching the accuracy targets outlined here in table 2 are most commonly farmers who have given us the full ancestry of their breed and recorded all the information listed above. Breeders that use rams with a high accuracy will likewise have lambs with higher accuracy. When a team of rams are used, as happens on most flocks in Ireland, the accuracies of each ram can actually be combined to give a team accuracy. For example, if you have two rams that are five Stars for terminal with each ram having an accuracy of 20% and 3 % respectively, then these can be combined which gives the team of rams an accuracy of 73 %.
€uro-Stars: Why use them?
The contribution of genetics to profitable farming can be witnessed first-hand in both the Irish dairy and beef sectors. In beef cattle, the average difference in profit from the progeny of a 5 Star bull versus a 1 Star bull is now around €250, which is a considerable amount of money to be gained though one informed breeding decision. If you continually selects rams and replacements that have high €uro-Star ratings for the desired trait or traits then this is the best way to increase the productivity and genetic potential of your flock. Inputs such as concentrates can greatly increase the ADG of an animal as well; however this increased ADG is not passed on from generation to generation unlike genetics meaning these inputs only have a short term effect versus the long term gain achieved through better genetics.
Where can I find €uro-Star Rams?
On-Line Ram Search Sheep Ireland launched an On-Line Ram Search in May 2013 which can be found at www.sheep.ie,
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and has already had over 25,000 of searches to date. This gives commercial farmers and breeders the opportunity to search for LambPlus recorded lambs on a county, breed, Index, and even STAP eligibility. Farmers can also use this to search for performance recorded rams that may already be in their flock. The search will return a great deal of important information on each animal. This includes €uroStars, ancestry, breeder details along with much more. There is a help video located on the home page directly beneath the advanced search button and may prove useful to first time users. Sheep Ireland also produce a Directory of All the LambPlus breeders each year which can be found at www.sheep.ie or by calling the number below. How to contact Sheep Ireland If you wish to join LambPlus or find out more about the €uro-Star evaluations please contact us on 1850 601 901, or e-mail us at query@sheep.ie. You can also find us on Facebook for weekly updates.
Key points
• A ram needs to be physically checked for defaults before considering his €uro-Stars • A substantial difference in weaning weights has been found between the lambs of 1 Star versus 5 Star rams on the Terminal trait • Sheep Ireland also collect hundreds of performance records each year from commercial flocks of lambs that were sire by sons of the most widely used and influential Texel rams in the country to help validate the Texel evaluations
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Ration Formulation for Sheep by Michael Gottstein, Head of Sheep Programme, Teagasc Macroom
The majority of sheep farmers use concentrate supplementation to maximise animal performance at particular times of the year. The requirement to supplement with concentrates can be broken down into supplementation for: • the ewe flock pre lambing • the ewe flock post lambing • creep feed to lambs pre weaning • supplementation to lambs post weaning • intensive finishing indoors At this stage most sheep farmers will be feeding ewes concentrates as lambing approaches. But there are also a considerable number of last year’s lamb crop on many farms and these are also receiving concentrate supplementation. Given that expenditure on concentrate feed is the single biggest variable cost on sheep farms, how can farmers ensure they are getting the best value for money?
Coarse vs. pelleted Coarse feeds are cheaper to manufacture and are becoming increasingly common on many sheep farms. Coarse feeds can be formulated to contain a greater proportion of unprocessed ingredients which allows for slower fermentation in the rumen and less risk of dietary upsets. On the flip side coarse feeds allow the sheep to sort out ingredients that are not as palatable (usually only a problem when feeding lambs adlib concentrates), they are not suitable for feeding on the ground without troughs. Coarse feeds also tend to attract more birds if fed on hay or silage. There is also the risk of separation of ingredients, particularly minerals if stored for long periods. Pelleted feeds are finely ground prior to being pressed into a pellet. While it is possible to incorporate a certain quantity of whole grain into pellets, in general most pellets contain only finely ground ingredients. Pellets dissolve quickly in the rumen and because the ingredients
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are finely ground they are rapidly digested and with poor management can lead to acidosis in sheep. However pellets are better if fed on the ground and prevent animals from sorting ingredients that they don’t like.
Energy Most concentrate feeds are sold under a branded name and/or a protein % (e.g. intensive lamb nut or Ewe 18). With the exception of ewes in the last three weeks of pregnancy or in early lactation, energy will be the most important component of the concentrate feed. There is no requirement on feed manufacturers to display the energy contend of the concentrate feed. Therefore the only way a farmer can assess how good or bad a feed is, is by looking at the ingredients. For simplicity I have divided the ingredients into three different categories using a traffic light system where green is best, orange is average and red is poor. Cereals (Maize, Barley, Oats, Wheat)
Maize Gluten
Pollard / Wheatfeed
Pulps (Citrus & Beet) Soyabean Meal Distillers Grains Peas & Beans Molasses (<5%) Oil (small quantities)
Soya Hulls Rapeseed Meal
Palm Kernal Sunflower Oatfeed Cottonseed
In most cases ingredients are list in descending order of inclusion in the ration. Therefore by looking at the first five or six ingredients one will have a good idea as to the energy value of the ration. Ideally there should be no poor quality ingredients in the first five or six ingredients listed in descending order. If however the ingredients are list in alphabetical order then a breakdown of the quantities of each is required to enable the concentrate to be assessed
Protein For finishing lambs a crude protein level of 14% should be adequate. Lambs that are being fed adlib concentrates will make do with 11 or 12 % crude protein provided that they are well developed. For ewes in late pregnancy or early lactation protein quantity and quality is important. The aim should be to deliver at least 200gram per day of crude protein to ewes carrying twins in the last three weeks of pregnancy. Ideally at least half of this protein should come from Soyabean Meal. Once ewes start milking the requirement for protein increases dramatically. In early lactation (first three weeks) a ewe rearing twin lambs will require 400gram of crude protein per day. In most situations where there is sufficient grass available it should supply all of the protein required. However where grass is in short supply (<4cm) supplementing with a high protein concentrate will enable the ewe to mobilise body fat and maximise milk yield.
Mineral & Vitamins Mineral and Vitamin supplementation is important to balance the mineral and vitamin profiles of the ingredients of the concentrate feed. Mineral and Vitamin supplementation 34
is a very complicated area and there are strict limits set out in law for the maximum levels of supplementation for certain minerals. Therefore it is best to leave this area to animal nutritionists who have expertise in this area. However a couple of points should be noted. • Where concentrates are being fed for longer periods or at a significant part of the animals daily intake (>30%), then mineral supplementation is required. • Oral mineral drenches / boluses are not a substitute for a concentrate feed that is correctly balanced for mineral and vitamins • For lambs being intensively fed, ammonium chloride should be included in the ration to avoid urinary calculi. Including extra salt (Sodium Chloride) instead of ammonium chloride is not recommended. • Never feed minerals formulated for cattle to sheep.
Summary Concentrates are a large expense on Irish sheep farms. When comparing competing products it is important to look at what is in the feed as opposed to the name that has been ascribed to it (e.g. High Energy Nut). Identify what the most important components should be. Is it Protein for lactating ewes, Energy for finishing lambs and also has it got the appropriate mineral and vitamin inclusion. Use the ingredients that are contained in the feed to estimate if it is a high quality ration or if it has a lot of fillers that make it look good value in terms of price per tonne. If you need assistance your local Teagasc adviser will be able to assist you.
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Nematodirus and Coccidiosis in Young Lambs
by Frank Hynes, Sheep Specialist, Animal and Grassland Research & Innovation Centre, Teagasc, Mellows Campus, Athenry, Co. Galway. Internal parasites cause major production and financial losses for sheep farmers. In the case of young lambs two such parasite, nematodirus and coccidia are of particular concern. They can cause scours in lambs, particularly from three to 10 weeks of age. If left unchecked, these can cause major losses in terms of lack of thrive and/or mortality in infected lambs.
Nematodirus Nematodirus battus can cause problems for lambs from four to twelve weeks old. The main risk factors of concern are as follows: • Lambs grazing pasture that was grazed by lambs or young calves the previous spring. • Lambs old enough to be eating a significant amount of grass, and therefore, increased risk of ingesting large numbers of worm larvae. • Twin lambs, will be under threat at a slightly younger age because they commence grazing earlier. • A cold period (typical of March or April) followed by warm weather triggers the synchronised hatching of eggs which are on the pasture since the previous spring. • Larvae ingested, often in large volumes, attack the lining of the gut causing a lot of damage in a short time. Therefore, lambs over five weeks old during April and May are most at risk. However, the disease can occur at other times. It is important to note that while larvae cause a lot of damage, it is only adult worms that produce eggs. Therefore, Faecal Egg Counts are of little use in determining if there is a need to treat lambs. Due to the effect of prevailing weather conditions, the Department of Agriculture, Food ant the Marine (DAFM) regularly issue warnings, usually in April or May, when they predict a likely outbreak of the disease. These warnings should be treated seriously.
Symptoms Lambs may be seen with the head down, drooped ears possibly with the abdomen tucked up due to pain. Lambs will typically develop a scour and if allowed to develop, the infection can lead to profuse diarrhoea and wasting. However, as the lambs may stop eating, the scour may only consist of slimy mucus. Due to dehydration, lambs will be thirsty and may congregate around a watering trough. Mortality can be high in untreated lambs. 37
Lambs with nematodirus will typically develop a scour and become dehydrated
Correct diagnosis of coccidiosis is essential if treatment is to be succesful
Prevention and Control The infection is best prevented by keeping the current yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s lambs off grassland that was grazed by lambs the previous year. This could be on ground that was closed from early spring until after first cut silage or grazed with adult cattle (excluding calves) in the previous year. In the absence of clean pasture, a dose is desirable. In the case of Nematodirus, there is no evidence of anthelmintic resistance to any of the drug classes on the market. Furthermore, the manufacturers of Macrocyclic Lactones generally do not claim any residual activity against Nematodirus. Therefore, a white or yellow drench (Benzimidazole or levamisole) are the doses of choice. The information presented in Table 1 outlines the identifying symptoms and prevention/ control measures recommended for Nematodirus and Coccidiosis.
Coccidiosis Coccidiosis is not caused by a roundworm, rather by a small parasite called Eimeria which is not visible to the naked eye. While there are many different species of coccidia, only two are considered pathogenic, namely Eimeria ovinoidalis and Eimeria crandalis. All sheep carry a small number of coccidia in their gut and these do not cause any disease symptoms. Lambs become infected orally from faecal contamination of bedding, water troughs or feed troughs. The principal source of infection for young lambs is contamination of the environment by lambs born earlier in the season. Bedding, drinkers and feeders where lambs congregate will contain large numbers of oocysts (coccidial eggs). Very young lambs, younger than two weeks old, are not affected due to the immune protection received via the colostrum. The greatest risk period for lambs is between 3 and 8 weeks of age, with clinical symptoms most apparent from 6 - 8 weeks of age. Once exposed, lambs develop quite a solid resistence to coccidia and lambs over ten weeks tend to be resistant.
Symptoms A severe scour which may contain blood or is black in colour is common. Affected lambs will strain and if untreated mortality can be high. Lambs that are badly affected but subsequently survive will have irreversible damage done to their digestive tract and will thrive poorly. Stress, poor nutrition and simultaneous infection with Nematodirus can increase the severity of infection. If lambs start to scour or continue to scour within a few days after dosing for Nematodirus, coccidiosis is likely to be a problem. 38
Prevention Coccidiosis is best prevented by keeping the level of challenge low. The parasite needs moisture to help them to mature to the infective stages. Therefore, avoiding overcrowding (indoors) and maintaining clean and dry bedding is useful in reducing exposure. Avoid faecal contamination of feed area and drinking troughs and keep these at a raised level. These troughs should be moved frequently to a clean area during the risk period of 3-10 weeks. Where possible, young lambs should be kept in groups within a two week age range. They should not be mixed with older lambs until they are at least 8 weeks old and should not graze pasture where older lambs have been. When there is a history of coccidiosis on a farm, a preventative treatment can be used. Incorporating a feed additive specifically for the prevention of coccidiosis for lambs being creep fed concentrates is an option. The additive is available as a prescription only medicine. It may only be incorporated by feed millers that have a special licence to incorporate medicines into concentrate feeds.
Control Treatment should be undertaken after consultation with your veterinary surgeon. A number of oral drenches are available specifically for coccidiosis. These are quite effective against the disease. Standard wormers are not effective against coccidiosis. Lambs badly affected with may need additional supportive antimicrobial therapy (sulphonamide powders or injections). Table 1. Nematodirus battus and coccidial infection in young lambs Parasite
Nematodirus
Coccidia
When and how does the problem arise?
• Lambs 5 - 10 weeks • April/May • Triggered by cold weather followed by a warm spell
• Lambs 3 - 8 weeks • Older lambs if stressed • Young lambs grazed after older lambs • Lambs coming together e.g. for creep feeding
Symptoms
• Diarrhoea • Wasting • Dehydration • Mortality • Lambs congregating around drinkers while ewes continue to graze
• Acute Diarrhoea • Blood in scour (maybe) • Poor thrift • Loss of appetite • Scouring still apparent after dosing for Nematodirus
Prevention
• Clean pasture not grazed by sheep/calves the previous year
• Hygiene • Avoid overcrowding • Adequate colostrum of new-born lamb • Move feeders or drinkers regularly • Keep feeders drinkers at a raised level to avoid faecal contamination
Treatment
• Dose with white wormer or Levamisole at 5 weeks(+) i.e. late April/ May
• Feed additive • Dose with coccidiostat and/or sulphonamide powders / injections • If possible move treated lambs to ‘clean’ area
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Summary Nematodirus and coccidiosis are of particular concern for young lambs. If left unchecked, they can cause high levels of lamb mortality and poor thrive in lambs. Treatment for Nematodirus should be given at the first sign of scouring once lambs are eating grass. With the aid of the DAFM forecast, you should consider treating even before scouring begins. By the time lambs start to scour, there is already some damage done to lining of the gut. White or yellow drenches are the doses of choice for Nematodirus. If the lambs continue to scour or start scouring within a few days of treatment for Nematodirus, the possibility of Coccidiosis should be considered. A treatment programme appropriate for your flock should be discussed with your veterinary surgeon. Coccidiosis tends to arise from when lambs are 3 to 8 weeks of age. Nematodirus is most prevalent from 5 to 10 weeks of age when lambs are eating significant quantities of grass.
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Worm Control and Anthelmintic Resistance
by Frank Hynes, Sheep Specialist, Animal and Grassland Research & Innovation Centre, Teagasc, Mellows Campus, Athenry, Co. Galway.
Introduction
In spring and early summer, nematodes (roundworms) cause major problems for sheep farms. They give rise to lambs scouring, poor thrive and even mortality. This article focuses on the worms that are generally an issue during the summer months.
Worm life cycle Adult female worms in the sheep lay eggs that pass out in the dung and hatch. When the egg is hatched, it releases one first-stage larva (L1). These L1s develop and go through a number of changes to second stage larvae (L2) and eventually a third stage larvae (L3). These L3 larvae are the ‘infective’ larvae, which migrate on to the herbage where they are ingested by grazing sheep. They then enter the wall of the stomach or intestines and develop into fourth stage larvae (L4). Approximately 14 days later they mature into adult worms when they are capable of producing eggs. The prepatent period (time between the L3s being eaten by the sheep and the appearance of eggs in the dung) is normally between 16–21 days.
Roundworms The particular worms that affect lambs are Teladorsagia (formerly known as Ostertagia) and Trichostrongylus species. They become an issue from the end of May/early June for midseason lamb. The challenge arises principally from two sources. On the one hand, some larvae overwinter on pasture. On the other hand larvae develop from the huge numbers of eggs that ewes have passed in their faeces around lambing time in the spring. These eggs hatch and develop to infective larvae. Once the infected larvae are ingested by the susceptible grazing lambs, the larvae develop into adult worms. These lay eggs which are passed out onto the pasture thereby continuing the cycle.
Symptoms Scouring of lambs from June onwards is common. Lambs appetite will be affected and they will stop thriving largely due to a reduction in food intake. Furthermore, lambs will often be dirty around the tail area. This will attract flies and lead to blow fly larvae (maggots), costing time and money to treat as well as damaging the carcass of the growing lamb. While scouring of lambs is a common symptom, some lambs will scour for other reasons and may not have a worm burden. Furthermore, some lambs will show no signs of scouring, will be clean around 43
Lambs that are dirty may not have worms and lambs that are clean may have lots of worms
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the tail area, and yet their performance in terms of growth rate may be seriously curtailed due to a very high worm burden. The only sure way of knowing if worms are present is to submit faecal samples to a laboratory and have faecal egg counts carried out.
Anthelmintic resistance The biggest problem facing roundworm control has been the development of anthelmintic resistance. Resistance means that the worms are resistant to the dose and are not completely killed by it. In 2013, close to 2000 sheep farmers had faecal samples analysed pre and post drenching under the Sheep Technology Adoption Programme (STAP). Failure rates of the wormers were as high as 70% in the case of white wormers (Benzimidazole), 50% in the case of yellow wormers (Levamisole) and 24% in the case of the clear wormers (Macrocyclic Lactones) (see table 1.). Table 1. Efficacy of anthelmintic treatment under STAP in 2013 Wormer group
Effectiveness (%)
White (Benzimidazole)
31
Yellow (Levamisole)
51
Clear (Macrocyclic lactone)
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In an earlier study looking at over 60 lowland Irish flocks over 95% of farms showed evidence of anthelmintic resistance to white drench and 48% displayed resistance to yellow wormers (Teagasc, Athenry). Resistance to the clear wormers has also been identified in recent studies and the extent to which this is an issue on Irish sheep farms is currently being investigated. This information suggests that there are now in all probability Irish sheep farms that have triple drench resistance and this is a major cause for concern. The only sure way of knowing if you have a problem is to have faecal egg counts done pre and post dosing. By doing this you can check the efficacy of the treatment used. This test could be arranged through your veterinary surgeon.
New generation anthelmintics From the early 1980’s until 2010 there were no new anthelmintics developed to control nematodes in sheep. Since then, two new ‘families’ of anthelmintics have been developed 44
and these are available as prescription only medicines at a substantially increased cost. These are monepantel (orange) and derquantel (purple).
Prevention and Control Due to the problems posed by anthelmintic resistance, prevention and control of worms involves a strict management approach. The traditional approach of dosing at 5, 10 and 14 weeks can no longer be recommended as a blanket approach. Dosing should only take place when justified. This should be based on the results of faecal egg counts and then only dose when the egg count is considered high enough to justify a dose (450 eggs per gram of faeces). Furthermore, every farmer should carry out a drench test to get an indication if the worming they are using is effective or not. This involves faecal sampling pre and post dosing. Talk to your veterinary surgeon or adviser for specific details of this test and the implications of the results for your farm. The primary aim should be to have clean or safe pastures as much as possible (i.e. pastures with low parasite challenge). An example of clean pasture could be silage aftermath, where the field was not grazed by sheep in the previous autumn and has carried cattle in the previous spring. In the past, a dose at 14 weeks was often recommended combined with a move to ‘clean’ pasture’. However, it is now considered that dosing followed by a direct move to ‘clean’ pasture may be highly selective for resistance in that any worms that survive treatment (hence resistant) will contribute significantly to the population that subsequently arises on the ‘clean’ pasture. Various alternatives to this direct ‘dose and move’ approach which will reduce the selection for resistance have been suggested. These alternatives include: 1. Delay the move until 4-7 days after dosing. 2. Move to clean pasture for a few days before dosing. 3. Some of the lambs (10%) may not be dosed at all.
Conclusion Internal parasites are of major concern for Irish sheep farmers. Farmers rely heavily on the use of anthelmintics to control these worms. Anthelmintic resistance is the biggest problem facing roundworm control in sheep and one of the biggest challenges facing the sheep industry worldwide. To preserve the effectiveness of wormers being used a strategic approach is required. This should involve only dosing when necessary and based on faecal egg counts. It should also involve following the guidelines outlined above. Furthermore, whenever possible, better use should be made of clean, pastures with low worm burdens.
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health. Lamlac contains 24% protein and 24% oil, trial results show that lambs fed on Lamlac have outstanding growth rates, averaging over 0.3kg/day from birth to weaning. Lamlac has a 15 month shelf life and available in 5kg, 10kg and 25kg bags. Early rumen development will be accomplished by supplying a highly palatable and nutritious creep feed as soon as possible. Offer hay and clean, fresh water at all times.
Ewe 2 Feeder Volac’s best-selling Ewe 2 feeder is an ideal, cost-effective method of rearing orphan lambs. It is based on an ad-lib milk feeding system and has the capacity to feed up to 40 lambs. The Ewe 2 is a thermostat controlled feeder holding 25 litres of milk replacer. The feeder comes complete with a mini suckler, non-return valves and silicone tubing. The addition of a second mini suckler will enable up to 40 lambs to be reared on the feeder. It has a durable 300 Watt heater, linked to a thermostat, ensuring complete control of the temperature of the milk. It is placed outside the pen to ensure optimum safety and avoid spillages. Lambs have access to milk at all times and are group fed. The milk supply must not be allowed to run out as lambs will easily over feed with new milk. It is recommended that newborn lambs are started on milk at 30°C, but once they are trained and drinking well, the temperature can be reduced to 18-20°C. Ad-Lb Feeding allows for faster growth rates with no limit to how much or when lambs can drink. Milk can be consumed ‘little and often’ with less risk of digestive upsets.
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Sheep Sector
by Declan Fennel, Bord Bia
Solid Performance in Sheep Sector despite a Challenging Spring
For the fourth consecutive year sheep meat throughput at Irish processing level continued to grow with total disposals increasing by 184,000 head on the previous year to reach 2.61 million. This 8% increase in throughputs levels was a result of a higher carry over and disposal of hoggets which were up by almost 165,000 head on the previous year. However the gains achieved in the increase in throughput numbers were negated by a difficult spring when carcase weights were back by an average of 1.3 kilo. Overall, the total volume of sheep meat production rose by 3% to reach 55,000tonnes.
Prices held firm for New Season Lambs At €4.74/kg average farmgate prices for the first four months of the year (hogget season) were back 22c/kg on the same period for the previous year. Prices strengthened from May onwards and remained strong throughout the new season lamb trade. Average prices from May through to December stood at €4.47/kg, up 11 cent on the previous year.
However trade in culled ewes remained subdued with average prices back 43 cent at €1.92/ kg. This drop was due to a significant increase in ewe disposals following the difficult spring in Ireland and the UK. The situation was further compounded by an increase in New Zealand mutton exports into the UK as a result of higher culling rates which were brought about by the severe drought that they experience in spring 2013. 50
Exports Reaching into New Markets Irish sheep meat exports registered a solid performance in 2013 where exports rose by 6% to â&#x201A;Ź220 million. France and the UK continue to be our core markets though their share of exports fell from 70% to less than 60% in 2013 reflecting a significant drop in trade to the UK. Market diversification continues to be a growing trend, especially to the high value markets such a Belgium, Germany, Sweden and Switzerland. Emerging international markets are growing in importance with Hong Kong being the primary destination of Irish sheep meat exports with shipments doubling to almost 1,200 tonnes. Trade in live exports remained buoyant throughout the year with numbers up 55%, reaching 70,000 head in 2013. The commencement of live trade to Libya provided an added boost to the sector.
BLQAS Membership Grows: On a positive note the Bord Bia Quality Assurance logo is growing in importance as 95% of all lamb facings in Irish retail carry the mark. Applications for the BLQAS surged, membership stands at almost 12,000 equivalent to 65% of national throughput.
Lamb Promotions HOME MARKET The focus of home market promotions centred on increasing the frequency of purchase of lamb during the peak season of supply. A successive wave of promotional activities were undertaken to coincide with the availability of new season lamb to include a total of eight weeks of TV advertising, PR publicity and social media activities. HIGH POTENTIAL MARKETS In light of the growing importance of Irish sheep exports into Belgium, Germany, Sweden and the Nordics all of which delivered double digit volume and value growth a series of integrated programme of promotional activities were undertaken at trade and consumer level.
Catherine Fulvo, Ballyknocken House and Cookery School at a Irish Lamb Masterclass in Copenhagen, Denmark
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FRANCE OUR CORE MARKET The ‘Agneau Presto’campaign which is a collaborative initiative between Bord Bia and our counterparts in the UK and France has made significant inroads in changing consumer attitudes to lamb in France. With a central theme of convenience, the campaign placed a significant emphasis on training butchers in both lamb processing plants and retail stores to develop and sell the new range of cuts, as well improving merchandising displays.
Market watch IRELAND: - Tighter hogget supplies In the first six weeks of 2014, total sheep meat disposals stood at 251,678 head back 9% on 2013. It is expected that hogget numbers will continue to tighten up over the coming months given the decline in the national flock (1.8%) in 2013 at a time when throughputs for live exports (+55%) and slaughterings (+8%) increased. Reports from scanners would suggest that the 2014 lamb crop is looking good and assuming there is no repeat of the bad conditions of spring 2013 then the lamb crop will be strong, with disposals expected to pick up from May/June onwards GREAT BRITAIN: - New season lamb crop will be on par with 2013 Sheep meat production in the UK increased by 5% to 290,000 tonnes in 2013 due to increased slaughter of old season’s lambs in the early part of the year and a small rise for new season’s lambs in response to much better growing conditions. Looking at the year ahead, there will be lower slaughter of old season’s lambs given a lower carry-over from 2013 whilst new season lamb disposals will be on par with last year. NEW ZEALAND - Second smallest lamb crop in 60 years Last year’s drought had a significant impact on the 2013/2014 lamb crop with Beef and Lamb New Zealand reporting that there were 1.3 million fewer lambs on the ground. With a reduction in the availability of sheep meat for export and a continued focus on developing trade into China, it most probably that New Zealand exports into the EU in 2014 will be back. CHINA: Fivefold increase in sheep meat imports In 2012 China overtook the UK as being the number one market destination for New Zealand sheep exports and by all accounts this growth is set to continue. While China places a bigger draw on sheep meat from the southern hemisphere suppliers (New Zealand, Australia and Uruguay), the Irish sheep meat industry is set to gain from the ripple effect of China’s insatiable appetite for sheep meat. Securing market access for Irish sheep meat into China remains a priority focus for the industry.
Source: Customs Authority China
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At the time of writing, the hogget trade is enjoying a sharp rise in prices. The dynamics of supply and demand is very much in seller’s favour, a situation which looks unlikely to change in the coming weeks. Factory price has increased by close to €1/kg, adding over €20 to the value of hoggets over the last month, and is fast approaching €6/kg. A high percentage of hoggets in the marketplace are at this stage of the year under the control of store lambs feeders or large scale specialised finishers. While this may be the case, primary producers are closely watching how the trade unfolds with the experience of knowing that if the price rises early in the year, there is a better chance of it staying at a higher level for longer.
Early lamb prospects
Early lamb producers have reasons to be optimistic. All forecasts point to continued tight supplies helping to keep a floor under market prices. However, there are a few points to note that could influence the trade. The number of early lamb producers has fallen significantly in recent years. The decline is reported to be even greater in 2014 following a couple of years of very tight margins and Schmallenberg virus providing the final push to later lambing for some flocks. Retailers have become more and more anxious to be the first advertising new season lamb. However, the reality is that they have been less committed and unwilling to make the switch over to early lamb either due to higher prices or a lack of a guaranteed supply. There is no doubting there will be demand for early season lamb. But, potentially lower volumes could see processors try and focus on lower cost hoggets for longer or try and resist any great price differential between hoggets and new season lamb.
Market dynamics
The trade as we move further into the year and start to see higher throughput of mid-season lamb is harder to predict. This is due in part to Ireland’s growing reliance on the export market (80% of total sheepmeat or 44,000t in 2013) and the fact that market dynamics in our main export destinations have become much more exposed and vulnerable to external or global market influences. The best example of this in recent years was the heavy snow storms during the 2010 spring lambing in New Zealand reducing their lamb crop by between one million and two million lambs. The knock-on effects were reduced exports to the EU and increased demand lifting global sheepmeat prices. A similar trend could emerge in the coming months with a severe drought in 2013 estimated to have lowered the 2013/2014 lamb crop by over one million lambs. Added to this is a huge increase in NZ exports to China which, when combined, could significantly limit imports of NZ sheepmeat into the EU. While this does not directly impact Ireland, it could increase demand in EU markets
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and also reduce the volume of sheepmeat exported from our main competitor, Great Britain, into Europe.
Money concerns
Traditional markets within the EU are likely to be continued to be influenced by economic difficulties. For example, lower spending power and a sharp decline in sheepmeat consumption in Portugal and Spain in particular has seen the countryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s sheepmeat imports plummet with the two countries switching from net importers to exporters and competing for market share with Ireland in France and other EU markets. Portugal, Spain and Italy also represented the main light lamb markets. The economic difficulties and reduced consumer spending has seen these markets practically disappear â&#x20AC;&#x201C; a situation that is not likely to improve greatly in the coming year. Processors and Teagasc have recently undertaken to work proactively with hill sheep farmers in an effort to make lambs more marketable with one option to use lowland terminal sires to bring lambs to more marketable carcase weights. The French market remains the number one destination for Irish lamb but it has also not been immune to economic difficulties leading to reduced consumer spending and lower consumption. Bord Bia analysis shows exports of Irish sheepmeat to France fell by 4.5% in 2013 to 17,900t. The outlook in the French market is reported as relatively solid with France undoubtedly remaining our number one sheepmeat destination. However, a word of caution remains as to the influence of financial difficulties and also the level of exports from competing markets such as the UK, Spain, Portugal and Eastern European countries.
Emerging markets
Thankfully for Ireland, 2013 represented impressive performance and growth in sheepmeat exports to Sweden (+30% to 3,100t), Belgium (+38% to 2,850t), Germany (+24% to 2,850t) and Switzerland (+40% to 720t). Added to the benefit of improved growth is the fact these markets are primarily value-added with volumes exported representing a higher value per kilo than those exported to France and the UK. The Bord Bia market outlook suggests that given normal trading conditions these markets should continue to record positive growth. The other area witnessing impressive growth is exports to markets outside the EU with exports to Hong Kong (primarily fifth quarter components) increasing 100% to 1,200t and 500t to the Tunisian market. Ongoing work is also focusing on opening up market access to more North African and Middle Eastern markets.
The Ramadan effect
The Muslim festival, Ramadan, has had a significant impact on the lamb trade in recent years. The festival provides greater opportunities to export lambs live with the best demand for good quality lowland ram lambs, preferably with tails. While overall numbers exported live are small compared to weekly factory throughput, the demand occurs at a time when factories are also sourcing more lambs for the trade. The festival has been variable in its impact in delivering higher prices but one thing that it does help is to ensure is that there is a strong floor put under prices for a few weeks longer. In 2013, the weekly kill increased from about 50,000 sheep to 60,000 in the two week period leading up to the start of Ramadan with a lift in demand experienced again for Eid al-Fitr, the festival marking the end of Ramadan. In some years the Ramadan festival has failed to hit expectations and has being surpassed by demand for Eid al-Adha, a one-day Muslim festival occurring later in the year. As shown in Table 1, dates for the festival change each year. The dates donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t actually change on the Islamic calendar, used in many Muslim countries and used by Muslims everywhere to determine festival dates, but as this is different to the Georgian calendar (calendar we use); dates of the various Muslim festivals are brought forward each year. Farmers targeting marketing lambs for the festival should be aware of this fact and note that the festival this year starts on 28 June. Taking a lambing date of 10 March leaves just 15 weeks to have lambs ready with a few days to spare. The earlier date may determine if some mid-season flocks decide to creep feed a percentage
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of lambs born early or if February lambing flocks can target a high percentage of lambs for the market. When making the decision, it is important to consider the higher costs associated with creep feeding.
Conclusion
Ultimately, we have little influence on the market when selling our produce. There are also other forces out of our control – the potential for a bumper lamb crop could see excess supplies in the marketplace as we enter late summer/autumn but inclement weather could also impact on thrive leaving lamb supplies tight for the early part of the year. Therefore, the aim in any system should be to tailor production to best suit the constraints of your farm and produce lambs as efficiently as possible that best suit market specifications. For some, the best scenario may be to draft the best performing lambs off grass at lower weights to hit festival demand while for others the extra cost of creep feeding could be justified. The advice is to work to your strengths using available information to make the best informed decisions.
Table 1. Religious festival dates 2014 Festival
2013
2014
Easter (Easter Sunday)
31 March 2013
20 April 2014
Ramadan
9 July 2013
28 June 2014
Eid al-Fitr (end Ramadan)
8 Aug 2013
28 July 2014
Eid al-Adha
15 Oct 2013
4 Oct 2014
TYSAXON FLOCK
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Tysaxon Service sires for 2014 season are:
Racepark Titanium (IBI 12010), A strong ram with great length. Producing lambs with high €uro Stars’s and great growth rates. Sire: Glenside Razzle Dazzle (40,000 St) Dam: Mullen Ewe (HBN 09057) Shown extensively during the last few years much admired. Tysaxon Turbo (MYI 12001) Breeding well in his 1st season. Bred champion in Tuam and Ballinrobe society sales (top Price at 3 sales in 2013) as well as champion Ram lamb at Galway county Show, lambs have sold well from this sheep in 2013. Sire: Cairness Rolls Royce Dam: MYI 08001 All Ireland winning ewe in 2011. No AI work or sponging is carried out in this flock during the last 28 years (Established in 1986). The sheep sold from this flock during 2014 are naturally off the grass with the minimum amount of feeding used. Texel sheep always for sale from this flock.
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A Powerful New Genetic Tool - Genomic Selection
by Dr. Noirin McHugh, Animal and Bioscience Research Department, Teagasc, Moorepark, Fermoy, Co. Cork
GLOSSARY Phenotype – measurement of on the ground performance of animals (i.e. live-weights, lambing traits, ultra-sound data, etc.) Genotype – DNA makeup of an animal Heritability – the transfer of superior (or inferior) genetics from parent to offspring
Background The genome is the core genetic structure in every living species and is composed of DNA strands. DNA is the building blocks for genes. Every animal contain billions of pieces of DNA that generate genes that in turn control all functions throughout the body and therefore are one of the drivers of animal performances (capacity to grow rate, to lamb every year...). Since the 1980’s, genetic evaluation of farm animals was solely derived from performances recording and pedigree structure. Recently, advances in bio-technologies made it possible to read animal DNA and place genetic markers at specific position on the genome to act as sign-posts to locate genes.
What is genomic selection? Genomic selection is the new breeding technology that uses tens of thousands of genetic markers associated with genes. This genetic marker information along with performance records allow for more accurate estimates of the genetic merit of the sheep. The technology is currently available to measure over 54,000 genetic markers in sheep and is similar to the technology used currently in beef and dairy cattle.
What are the benefits of genomic selection? The benefit of genomic selection is increased accuracy of estimates of genetic merit, thereby providing more accurate genetic evaluations for farmers. This will allow young animals to achieve higher accuracy’s at a younger age before large amounts of information are collected on the animal and allow for a potential reduction in the generation interval. Genomic selection can also be used to accurately assign parentage to lambs. Simulation studies in cattle suggest that genetic gain can be increased by 50% with an appropriate genomic selection breeding program. Expected response to selection from 59
genomic selection may actually be greater in Irish sheep since the current accuracy levels are low and therefore the potential scope for improvement is considerable. The potential increase in accuracy achievable with genomic selection is a function of: 1. the number of animals that are both genotyped (i.e. DNA information) and phenotyped (i.e. on the ground performance data) 2. and the genetic component of the traits, and 3. the number of genetic markers used. The higher the number of animals phenotyped and genotyped, the higher will be the improvement in accuracy with genomic selection. Also greater increases in accuracy can be achieved for high heritability traits (e.g., growth rate) compared to low heritability traits (e.g., number of lambs born).
How can we prepare for genomic selection? It is highly recommended that DNA of phenotyped animals is immediately collected, catalogued (i.e., the full animal EID) and stored appropriately. Rams with many progeny and high accuracyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s should be particularly targeted. The number of phenotyped animals with DNA will be constantly monitored. Genotyping of animals will commence once the costs of the technology are reduced and/or a large number of DNA samples are available from informative animals.
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Service sires 2014 Tullylagan Tonka, Strathbogie flock Ettrick Rainbow Worrier Clarks Unforgettable Forkins Ulysses
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One of our stock ewes purchased from the Strathbogie flock in 2013. Flushed to Tonka and has bred exceptionally well.
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I’m running about 980 breeding ewes including replacements with the aim of building up to 1200 ewes and I have been using Texel rams here on my farm as my terminal sires for about eight years now. I’m very pleased with how they’ve performed to date. The rams last well and do not lose excessive condition during the mating season. I also find them to be extremely active during this period with a ram to ewe ratio of 1-80 being used very successfully for a number of years. I find lambs are very hardy after birth with the majority of them being turned out after a few hours bonding with their mothers. The use of wormers has also been reduced here on the farm due to the Texels’ being more resistant to worm burdens. The majority of my lambs are also finished on a grass only system, reaching ideal market specification without costly meal supplementation being introduced, thus increasing my profitability. The females that I have kept as replacements from the rams have proven to be tremendous mothers with a very good supply of milk for their lambs.
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Oberstown Texels PFI
Oberstown Usain Bolt Blessington Premier Sale Champion Sire Kelso Pavarotti sold for 7,000gns to Paul Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Connor( Drumgooland flock)
NI Junior Stock Ram Competition Winner 2013 Oberstown Ulysses sold Blessington Premier Sale. Sire Sportsmans Supreme, half brother to Usain Bolt sold to Peter Gibbons (Macetown flock) for 3,600 gns Dam of both lambs TYC0916 has been successfully flushed to Strathbogie Terminator, Terminator was UK Sire of the Year 2013
Sires used for 2014: Strathbogie Terminator Tullylagan Tonka Scholars Twenty Twelve Burnside Sparky Pat and Barry Farrell Oberstown, Tara, Co. Meath Conract Pat: 0862615661 or Barry: 0860580574
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Hall of Fame 2013
The nomination from the Irish Texel Sheep Society for the 2013 Hall of Fame Award was Flor Ryan. Flor Ryan first became interested in the Texel Sheep breed while running the family commercial sheep flock in the 1980s when he saw the benefits of using Texel rams in the flock. The first pedigree Texels were purchased by the Ryan family in 1987. Flor established his own Lawn (FRI) flock in 1990 and has produced many show champions over the years including R.D.S. and All-Ireland champions. Flor himself is a well sought after judge by shows and sales throughout Ireland and the U.K. He has also exported many Texel ewes and rams throughout the U.K. In 1998, Flor was appointed as field officer for the Irish Texel Sheep Society to promote the benefits of using Texel rams as terminal sires in commercial flocks. He held this position for ten years and during that period the Texel breed became the most popular sheep breed in the country.
Flor Ryan from prosperous receives the Irish Texel Sheep Society award from Niamh Lynch who is the Fresh Foods Category Director for Tesco Ireland at the annual National Hall Of Fame Awards in the Sheraton, Athlone.
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RDS – Champion of Champions Award 2013
The Texel Society nomination was the very statute ‘Kilclammon Sportsman’ owned by the Glanworth and Ballinamongree flocks of Mary, Eamon & Mikey Gallagher from Co. Cork. Sportsman is a son of the highly acclaimed Doughanhill McFly. The 2013 Growvite- Texel All Ireland Championships were held at Clonmel Show, Co. Tipperary last July. At this major event ‘Kilclammon Sportsman’ was awarded first in the Aged Ram class, and he was then selected as Champion Male. He then progressed to be awarded the title of ‘Supreme Texel Champion’ for 2013.
Mikey Gallagher pictured receiving the RDS Champion of Champions Award 2013, on behalf on the Irish Texel Sheep Society from Matt Dempsey, IFJ, and Simon Coveney, Minister for Agriculture, Food and Marine. Photo © 2014 Paul Sherwood
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The 2013 RDS Champion of Champions Award Winners. Back row (Left to right) Eddie O'Gorman, Albert de Cogan, Susan O'Keeffe, Peter O'Connell, Michael Gallagher, Richard Lee, Jim Corrigan, Derrick Forde, Liam Leahy, Patrick Frawley. Front Row (Left to right) William Smith, Marion O'Connell, Minister Simon Coveney, RDS Committee of Agriculture Chairman, Tom Cannon, Jeremy McGonigle, Patrick McGrath and Patrick Harrison. Photo Š 2014 Paul Sherwood
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Knock Ursus purchased at Lanark in 2013 for 34,000. His lambs are showing great promise.
Sires used for 2013 1 Knock Ursus – One of the best rams ever bred by knock flock. Great size, skin, length and fantastic head. 2 Baltier Panther – Overall champion of Great Yorkshire show 2011. Male champion Great Yorkshire 2012. 3 Annakisha Showman – Reserve Champion Blessington 2011 E1,800. By kind permission of E & S McCarthy.
4 Strathbogie Python – Sire of the Year 2010. Bred Razzle Dazzle sold for £40,000. 5 Annakisha Unbeatable – Pavorotti son out of best breeding ewe in Annakisha flock. Dam is also mother of Showman.
Semen for sale off of Wayside Topgun and Knock Ursus. Both rams breeding well!
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Knock Ursus (€60 per dose)
Sire: Sportsmans Trojan II, Dam: HAK 1100165, Dams Sire: Cambwell Rob Roy Ursus was purchased in partnership at Lanark last year for a staggering 34k. He is a powerful ram with great carcase, skin, size and character. He has a great back end and is one of the best headed rams ever to come into the south of Ireland. His lambs are showing great promise.
Wayside Topgun (€50 per dose)
Purchased jointly with Patrick Joyce, John Kelly, Padraic Niland, Fergal O’Sé and Liam Walsh for £5,500. Sire: Glenside Razzle dazzle. Dam: Champion ewe lamb at Highland Show 2011, by Ettrick Rainbow Warrior, she was purchased for a record £20,000. An extremely correct ram with great carcase and skin.
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Lamb Stir-fry with Leeks and Peppers Stir-fry strips are readily available, but if you prefer you can cut them from sideloin lamb chops or leg steaks.
a little more oil to pan and when it is very hot stir-fry the lamb in batches. As it cooks remove it to a plate and keep warm.
Serves 4
Return the vegetables and lamb to the wok and mix well together. Remove to a serving dish and sprinkle over the sesame seeds. Serve immediately with the noodles.
Ingredients
• 500g lean lamb stir-fry strips • 2 red peppers • 2 leeks • 1 onion • 300g egg noodles • Bunch of scallions, sliced into 2cm pieces • 1 tablesp. coriander, chopped • 1 tablesp. soy sauce • 1 tablesp. olive oil • 1 tablesp. sesame seeds, toasted
Marinade
• 2 cloves garlic, crushed • 4 cm piece of ginger, peeled and grated • 2 tablesp. soy sauce • 1 tablesp. rice wine vineger • 1 tablesp. sesame oil • 1 tablesp. cornflour
Method
Combine the marinade ingredients in a bowl. Add in the lamb strips and leave to marinate for 10 minutes while you prepare the vegetables and noodles. Thinly slice the red peppers, leeks and onion and set aside. Cook the noodles as per packed instructions. When they are cooked add in the scallions, coriander and soy sauce and stir well to combine. Heat a little oil in a wok or frying pan and stir-fry the peppers, leeks and onion for a couple of minutes. Remove to a plate and keep warm while you cook the lamb. Add 72
To toast sesame seeds: Heat a small dry pan over low heat. Add sesame seeds and stir constantly until golden. This will only take about 2 minutes. Transfer to a small bowl and let cool.
The Eager Sheep System
Since this article was prepared in July 2013, the Irish Texel Society would like to express the sincerest condolences of all members to the Eager Family on the sudden passing of Mr. Tom Eager in September 2013.
Establishing strong links in the food chain is now seen as critical for the sustainability of the entire meat industry going forward. A partnership that is now in its second generation is testimony to the success of the partnership approach in marketing quality produced lamb. The use of Texel rams and Texel cross ewes are playing a pivotal role in the success of this partnership.
Texel Sheep farmer Thomas Eagar, photographed with his father Cyril and Uncle Tom on their farm in Blessington, Co Wicklow. Thomas has a 1000 ewe Texel flock.
Thomas Eager farms with his father and uncle at Glendink, Blessington Co Wicklow. The Eager farm is one of two farms from which James Nolan sources all his lamb supplies for his award winning butcher shop in Blessington Co Wicklow. The butcher shop was established 1886 and James is the fourth generation of Nolan’s to have owned the shop.
In 2012 James was awarded the prestigious title of “Best Butcher in the UK and Ireland” at an award winning ceremony at the House of Lords in London. Nolan butchers have also achieved numerous other awards for their meat and sausage products. Thomas is now the second generation of the Eager family to have supplied lamb to Nolan Butchers as Thomas’s father, Cyril, was also the main lamb supplier to the late Andy Nolan. James Nolan butchers photographed at his butchers in Kilcullen, Co Kildare for Irish Country Magazine.
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The Eager Sheep System
Lambing begins on the 10th March with the aim of having the majority of ewes lambed within a three week period.
Thomas also selects 30/40 of the best Texel cross ewe lambs as replacements from within the flock.
Cheviot x Suffolk replacement hoggets are purchased at the breeding sales at JP&M Doyle, Blessington each year.
He finds that this combination of ewe breeds perform well for his farm system with ewes scanning 1.75 - 1.8 lambs consistently. The aim is to sell 1.6 lambs per ewe scanned and this target is achieved most years.
Thomas Jr. with a selection of his ewes and Texel cross lambs.
Lamb Sales
The first lambs are drafted at around the 20th June each year. This year the first lamb sales took place on the 24th June and lambs will be supplied weekly to the Nolan abattoir until mid/late January. Surplus lambs are sold to the export abattoirs and even here the quality of Thomas’s lambs is recognised by way of a bonus price payment. All lambs sold to date have been sold directly off grass without any concentrates. Lambs destined for Nolan butchers are selected at around 50 kg live weight as James Nolan’s preference is for a lean, well conformed lamb weighing 22 – 25kg carcass weight. Lambs for the export abattoir are selected at a lighter live weight for a target carcass weight of 21 kg. 74
The Butchers Verdict
James Nolan comments on the quality of Thomas Eager’s lambs:
“Cyril Eager is renowned as been one of the best judges of sheep and his son Thomas is following in his footsteps. Thomas is gifted in being able to deliver into our abattoir consistently each week a bunch of top quality lambs.
James Nolan butchers photographed at his butchers
Lambs are delivered stress free, in Kilcullen, Co Kildare for Irish Country Magazine. clean and off a consistent quality.
I am looking for lambs with good conformation without any excess fat but with enough cover to give an excellent lamb flavour. At this time of year I am looking for lambs of approx 22 kg carcass weight and this will increase as the season progresses. I can depend on Thomas Eager’s lambs to meet these specifications each week. Thomas’s flock management and breeding policy is producing top quality lamb that enables me to sell a premium lamb product that meets the requirements and satisfaction of my customers.”
Why Texel Rams?
Thomas Eager’s reason for choosing Texel rams are:
• T he Texel ram is an excellent cross with the Cheviot x Suffolk ewe. • L ambs are hardy and can be let out at lambing or lambed outdoors. • T exel cross ewes make good mothers and excellent milkers. • T exel cross lambs are clean with no dag problems. •H igh % of U grades with all lambs grading U & R and no over fat problems. •W ith Texel cross lambs an extra few cents per kg can be negotiated with factories.
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Annakisha Texels LAMB PLUS RECORDED
Supreme Champion National Livestock Show Tullamore 2013
Major Flock Achievements 2013
Sires of 2014 Lambs
• Champion Aged Ewe All-Ireland 2013 • Supreme Champion National Livestock Show • Tullamore 2013 • Champion Group of Three Premier Sale 2013
• Peterculter Urbanite • Tullylagan Tonka • Sportsman Trojan • Castlecairn Union Lido • Garngour Unlimited
Males and Females for Sale Enquiries and visitors always welcome Arthur & Patrick O’ Keeffe 086-8135804
STAP Eligible Texel Rams
Participants in the Sheep Technology Adoption Programme 2014 (STAP) are required to use a performance recorded ram. The ram must be 3, 4 or 5 Star on Production, Maternal or Lambing sub index. The Texel breed is the largest and most active sheep breed in the LambPlus flock recording programme. This year 155 Texel breeders participated in the programme with over 3500 Texel ram lambs performance recorded. The Texel breed has the largest number of rams evaluated under commercial conditions on MALP and CPT farms. The Society has made available its entire flock book and ancestry data for use in processing performance evaluations. This results in Texel rams with higher than average accuracy figures compared to all other breeds.
5 Star Production Rams At the recent open day on Andrew Maloney’s CPT farm it was shown that the difference in weaning weight between lambs sired by a 5 Star Production ram and a 1 Star Production ram was 4kg. As both rams sired approx 60 lambs, the cumulative difference at weaning was 240kg live weight. At a price of €2/kg live weight this results in an advantage of €480 per year for the 5 star compared to the 1 star ram. The large pool of Texel rams with four or five star evaluations for Production and Maternal traits gives STAP participants a huge choice of quality Texel rams to benefit from the superior genetics of STAP eligible rams.
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Heifer & Hogget Competition “Helping develop our future generation of farmers”
The 2013, Heifer and Hogget Competition was held at Tullamore Show and organized in conjunction with the Irish Farmers Journal. Young sheep enthusiast Peter Gogan, Co. Meath, had a very successful day at the show. He managed to beat off very worthy rivals to win the two Hiltex Hoggets, which were sponsored by the Irish Texel Sheep Society. But at the end of the day Peter chuffed that it was “worth it” to be leaving the show not only with “two extra sheep in the trailer, but also the foundation of his own sheep flock”. Peter planned to lamb them in 2014 and keep all their progeny to catch up with his dads 300 sheep!! “I’m delighted to win the Hiltex hoggets - I would be happy to win any of the hoggets but I was looking at them this morning and hoping I might win them”. But at the end of the day Peter chuffed that it was “worth it” to be leaving the show not only with “two extra sheep in the trailer, but also the foundation of his own sheep flock”.
This was the reaction of Meath native Peter Gogan when he pulled the Hiltex rosette in the 2013 Irish Farmers Journal Heifer and Hogget competition. We caught up with Peter in the middle of March to see how the hoggets had settled in. “They’re doing mighty, we had a great scan and lucky for me one hogget was in lamb with twins and the other a single. They lambed with the first batch of sheep at the end of January. I put them in lamb to a Zwarbtle for easy lambing and they lambed them no bother. The cross worked great with the speckle faced hoggets and the lambs were born with a white spec on their face. They are doing great now -they are about 6-7 weeks old and are just starting to eat meal”, said Peter. Adding to the positives is a chance to expand the flock. “The twins are ewe lambs and the single is a ram lamb. They were up to suckle straight away and the ewes had plenty of milk. 78
They should make good ewes and I will hopefully keep them and put them in lamb. It is good to have the ram lamb to sell this year”, he said. A regular face in the Belclare and Jacob show rings and active in helping on the family’s farm in the Boyne Valley, Co Meath, Peter is presently busy juggling studying for his Junior Cert and farming. “I get up most mornings to check the sheep and am farming in the evenings and weekends. It is busy studying and farming but it’s (Junior Cert) only a few months away now and the shows will be starting then so I have that to look forward to. The summer is usually busy on the farm too as my mam runs Boyne Valley Wools (www. boynevalleywools.com). We are close to Newgrange and we get a lot of people coming to see wool spinning. The wool from our sheep is used so I will be helping with the shearing. Many visitors want to see the sheep so I’m hoping my ewes and Zwarbtle- Hiltex cross lambs will also be a good attraction”.
Adrian Mc Keague, Irish Texel Sheep Society, Darren Carty, Irish Farmers Journal with Peter Gogan winner of two Hiltex hoggets at the Irish Farmers Journal Heifer & Hogget Competition at Tullamore Show and AIB National Livestock Show 2013.
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Sires used for 2014 Milnbank Ulex: Sire:Teiglum Tornado. Signet index of 353. Teiglum Tornado: Sire: Sportsmans Scout. Cost 60,000ÂŁgns Lanark 2012. Glenside Tomboy: Sire:Hullhouse Space Cowboy. G. Sire: StrathhbogiePython. Annakisha Titan: Sire: Glenside Razzle Dazzle. Chessy Spot On: Sire: Glenside Royal Sovereign.
A large selection of export eligible males and females for sale in 2014. Enquiries and visitors always welcome. John & Colm Mc Hugh Cnoc Glas Lisnashannagh, Carrickmacross, Co. Monaghan. Tel: 0872448481 or 0429661712 Email: mandmpmchugh@eircom.net www.greenhilltexels.com
Texel Young Breeders
The first Texel Young Breeders Five Nations event took place from 25th to 28th July 2013. This was a team event with Wales, England, Scotland, Ireland and the host nation Northern Ireland all represented. Ireland sent eight representatives to make up two teams each of four Young Breeders. The base for this weekend was Greenmount College of Agriculture, Antrim, Co Antrim. The weekend started with a flock visit to Richard Henderson, home of the Ballynahone flock. Richard gave a guided tour of his award winning flock before the teams got a chance to get to know each other over a quiet drink or two! On Friday morning the teams were given a guided tour of Greenmount Campus and an insight as to how the Campus farm is run. The tour included a walk through the new and very impressive dairy unit and adjoining housing facilities-including the heated drinking troughs for the cows.
After lunch the teams headed to Lakeview Farm Meats for the first round of competition. A talk was then given on market expectations, particularly in terms of carcass quality and conformation. Following this each team worked together to judge and grade eight pairs of lamb carcasses and to rank them in order. Then it was time to get back on the bus and on to another flock/farm visit, this time to the Clougher and Bushmills flock, home to Victor and David Chesnutt. Next stop was Ballyhivistock Texels, hosts of the Northern Ireland Texel Club Open Night. A large number of pedigree sheep were on display on the night with four penned on their own for round two of the competion - stock judging. On a less serious note, each 82
team member had to tackle the Rodeo Sheep and hang on for as long as possible, after all it was part of the competition! The Northern Ireland Texel Young Breeders club put on a BBQ for everyone there. Saturday meant Show Time with the teams heading to Antrim Agricultural Show where a large and impressive display of Texels and other livestock were on show. It was time for the competition to get serious; all teams had to take part in the stock judging event, with one member of each team judging one class each. The four classes were commercial fat lambs, Ayshire dairy cattle, Belgian Blue cattle and a pen of pigs. Once finished there was nothing to be done except enjoy the remainder of the show-competition was over!
The weekend concluded with another BBQ and dance held on the show grounds at Shanes Castle organised by the Northern Ireland Texel Young Breeders club. Here the results from the first Five Nations weekend were announced; first place went to Northern Ireland team 1, in second place Northern Ireland team 2 and in third, Scotland team 2. We didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t come away empty handed however, with Ireland team 2 coming joint first in the live/dead weight competition. On Sunday morning after breakfast everyone headed for home after a brilliant weekend with some teams already booking a place for next year. The first Texel Young Breeders Five Nations Event was a great success allowing young breeders the opportunity to get a look behind the scenes of some well known flocks and a chance make new friends from other nations. Thanks to all the organisers involved and to the Irish Texel Society for the opportunity to represent Ireland in this Young Breeders event.
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(PCF) Flock based on 100% embryo transfer and AI from the top Rams Stock for sale this year by Strathbogie Terminator, Ettrick Rainbow Warrior , Haddo Ringleader and Mullan Supremacy
Powerful Gimmer ( PCF T002 ) sired by Knock Reebok. Champion at numerous shows in 2013. Lambs on ground by Rainbow Warrior and this girl looking very promising.
Lisenanagh, Ballinagh, Co. Cavan Philip 0860743931 Email . powerfulgenetics@icloud.com
k r T a e P x e e c ls a R Est. 1989 Scrapie Monitored
All Sheep Lamb Plus Recorded
The main sires used for 2014 lamb crop: Teiglum Tornado – used by AI. Cost 60,000gns Lanark 2012. Bred sons to 40,000gns Lanark 2013. Llyfni Usain Bolt – used by AI. Cost 4,500gns Lanark 2014 purchased by Ettrick Pedigrees.
Teiglum Tornado
Oberstown Usain Bolt – used by AI. Champion Blessington 2013. Strathbogie Smokey Blue – used by AI. Cost 24,000gns Lanark 2011. Son of Glenside Razzle Dazzle. Drumgooland Unleashed – Purchased in partnership with Padraic & Gerard Niland for 1,600gns in Ballymena 2013 where he stood Reserve Male Champion. Mullan Ulsterman – used by kind permission of Mr Pat Lyons Turoe flock. Ulsterman is a half brother to three superb ewe lambs that were placed first, third and fourth at Armagh Show 2014. Ulsterman is by the famous Mullan Supremacy.
Llyfni Usain Bolt
Teiglum Tornado X Glenside Razzle Dazzle lamb
Males and Females always for sale privately. Also sale of in-lamb ewes at the annual “West Awake” Texel in-lamb ewe sale in Athenry Mart in December 2014.
Enquiries Welcome John D. Brooks, Race Park, Taughmaconnell, Ballinasloe, Co. Roscommon p: 086 8122850 e: jondbrooks@hotmail.com
Donegal Club Report Chairman’s Address
2013 was an excellent year for Donegal Texel Breeders with big demand for top end quality Texel rams.We saw rams sold to farmers as far south as Kilkenny and Tipperary and west to Galway.Sheep Ireland and the S.T.A.P. programme were a big factor in driving demand for Euro Star rams. 2014 will see Donegal’s’ Finn Valley show hosting the All Ireland Texel Championshipat the end of June. A large turnout of quality top end Texel’s from every region isexpected and will be welcomed. I know it will be a very successful day as always. William Doherty
Donegal Texel Championships 2013 The Donegal Texel Championships were held at Finn Valley Show where Victor Chestnutt of the renowned Clougher flock selected the Larahirl gimmer GEI 12040, out of over one hundred entries as Donegal Texel Champion 2013. Sired by Castlecairn SAS Commander and out of a Milnbank ewe she was brought out by John Greene. This was her second time winning the county event having previously won the title last year in Clonmany. The Reserve Champion, Male Champion and Donegal Texel Champion 2013 GEI first prize Shearling Ram was Emlach T Rex from 12040 Neville Myles was sired by Glenside Razzle Dazzle. The Reserve Female Champion and 1st prize Ewe Lamb was RYE 13003 sired by Milestonehill Toploader and out of a ewe purchased at the Knock reduction sale brought out by Ryan Doherty. The Reserve Male Champion was also from Ryan Doherty with RYE 13003 sired Larahirl Superstar. Ryan topped off an exceptional day winning the group of three.
Blessington Premier Sale The Reserve male champion went to Muckish Unique a son of Deveronvale Oddie and out of a Clinterty Las Vegas dam bred by John McGee, having stood first in the Lambplus Ram Class. He was sold to the partnership of Michael Bird, John Canty and Eugene O’ Sullivan for €2700gns. 86
The winner of the shearling ram class was Danny Murray, Billary, Co. Donegal with YPI 12001 an impressive son of Bailey’s One and Only with the dam being a homebred ewe by Chessy Proud Prince, purchaser was Charlie Clarke Jnr, from Co. Monaghan at €2000gns. Danny also had the 3rd prize Shearling ram with YPI 12003 sired by Derryvore Rock Solid and out of a Chessy ewe by Ettrick Oki Doki. In the ewe section Isobel Moore showed a strong shearling ewe IMF 12006 being placed 4th in her class sired by Kilcoursey Rolex and out of a Hillsborough dam by Millars Napoleon purchaser was Rodger Doherty of the Urris flock.
Raphoe Sale August 2013 The Irish Texel Sheep Society held their annual show and sale with a shearling ram from the Hillcrest flock of William Doherty leading the trade. His second prize ram Hillcrest Turbo a son of Garngour Nobleman out of an Irish Hill Opal dam sold for €1100gns to Daryl Duncan. Next best was the first prize open ram lamb and Male Champion selected by Judge Adrian Liggett, Corbo flock came from the Greenhill flock of John & Colm Mc Hugh with HUI 13120 an Annakisha Titan son out of a Zone Oscar dam. This stong March born lamb sold to Brian Williamson for €920gns. Ronan Gallagher sold his second prize ram lamb GAI 13045 a Milnbank Special One out of a Douganhill Mc Fly daughter that was previously Tullamore Champion in 2011 to Daniel Mc J&C Mc Hugh’s Male Champion HUI Geever for €880gns. Shane Mc Hugh sold UJI 13120 13051 a son of Glenside Tomboy out of a Billary Hill ewe by Foundry Nickle for €860gns to Andy Dodd. The Speenogue flock of McHugh Bros sold IUI 13020 another Glenside Tomboy son out of a Foundry Nickel dam for €820gns to John L Taylor and John Renahan. The Silver Hill flock of Neville Myles then sold two lots at €800gns, NVI 12033 a Kiltariff Regan son out of a Baileys Ocean dam was the first prize shearling ram and sold to Noel Rooney. While at the same price NVI 12031 the third prize shearling ram another by Regan this time out of a Milestonehill O’Gara dam sold to Andy Dodd. Hillcrest Trojan sold at the same money for William Doherty again by Nobleman this time out of a Blackstown Mr Muscle Dam the 87
purchaser was Nicholas Stevenson. The final lot selling at €800gns was GEI 12036 a Fairwater Santander son out of a Glenside King 2 ewe from John Greene purchaser was Gerry Gallen. The Reserve Male Champion went to Muckish Upstart, first prize ram lamb in the confined class sired by Muckish TT and out of a Muckish ewe by Glenside Loneranger sold for €700gns. The female Champion and first prize Shearling ewe brought forward by Shane Mc Hugh was sired by Enniscrone Sensational selling to Charlie Tinney for €750gns. Reserve Male Champion Muckish Upstart
The Reserve Female champion and first prize ewe lamb from Louise Edwards was sired by Fairyglen Tomboy and out of a Millars Napoleon dam herself a former sale champion in 2010, purchaser was David Mc Kane. The second prize ewe lamb from the Muckish flock was also sold to David Mc Kane for €600gns sired by Milestonehill Toploader and out of a Knock ewe by Larahirl Newsflash.
Raphoe September sale New breeders set the standard in both the show and sale ring at the September sale judged by John Wehrly, Ravensdale. In the female section Shane Mc Hugh’s Female Champion it was Isobel Moore’s, Labbadish flock with the Champion Shearling ewe that set the joint highest price of €1000gns with IMF 12004 sired by Kilcoursey Rolex and out of a Hillsborough dam by Millars Napoleon, after frantic bidding the gavel fell to Declan Mc Loone, Andros flock. In the Male section the Champion went to first time exhibitor John Mc Dermot, Goldstar flock with the first prize Shearling Ram JLE 12001 sired by Cowal Scottish Star and out of a Knock ewe by Kilclammon Peacefull, backing his decision earlier in the show ring this ram sold to the judge at €1000gns.
John Mc Dermotts Male Champion
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Female Champion shown by Judge John Wehrly and owner Isobel Moore
In the lamb section the first prize ram lamb went to Muckish Usher sired by Deveronvale Oddie and out of a Muckish ewe by Glenside Loneranger which later sold for €610gns.
October Sale The Muroe flock of Michael Ward topped the sale with a very stong ram lamb WME 13021 which had stood first in his class. Sired by Curley Theo and out of a Hillcrest ewe by Tophill Nockout he later sold for €860gns. The Champion was awarded to the first prize shearling ram from the Silverhill Flock of Neville Myles with NVI 12011 a Derryvore Ranger son out of a homebred ewe by Moneyhill Klondyke
November In Lamb Ewe Sale Top sale price came from Isobel Moore’s Labbadish flock, IMF12003 sold in lamb to Hillcrest Revolution.This super ewe was much admired sired by Kilcoursey Rolex out of a Hilllsborough dam by Millars Napoleon. After brisk bidding she was knocked down to Hughie Mooney’s Cashel Hill flock for €1420gns. Next highest price came from the Figart pen of Shane McHugh UJI 12031 daughter of Speenogue Pierre All Ireland Supreme Champion 2012 out of a home bred dam she scanned carrying twins to Figart Tory by Tophill Nockout selling to Jonathon Higgins from Co. Sligo for 1250gns. Jonathon also purchased another Speenogue Pierre daughter from the Figart pen at €680gns. The Shannagh flock from Andrew and Richard Wilson enjoyed a good trade for their pen with a top price of €760gns for a Tophill Nockout daughter in-lamb to Sportsman Superstar. Overall clearance was 92% and there was a steady trade for quality Texel ewes
Scottish Star daughter tops December In Lamb ewe sale at €1180gns It was a Cowal Scottish Star daughter from the Larahirl flock which topped Donegal Texel Breeders December in lamb ewe sale. The dam a Kilrail House ewe by Glenross Lucky Star was sold in lamb to Bothera Unstoppable to Kevin Nicholas for €1180gns, who purchased a further eight lots on the night. The Larahirl flock sold another Scottish Star daughter out of a Hull house ewe by CastleKnowe Matchmaker served to Milestonehill Toploader, selling for €880 to Ken Black. A brace then sold at €760 first was a Clara Rambo daughter from the Clara flock out of a Mellorvale Masterpiece dam served to Strathbogie Uno purchaser was Mr Nicholas , who also bought another lot for the same money another Scottish Star ewe from the Larahirl flock with the dam by Ballydesland Neil served to Toploader. The Culdaff flock then sold a Forkins O’Driscoll daughter out of a Matchmaker dam served to Toploader for €700 again to Mr Nicholas. The Knock flock sold a Kildowney Pulse out of a Glenross No Way dam served again to Toploader sold at €620 to Mc Hugh Brothers.
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Raphoe Sale Reserve Male Champion J.McGee
Male Champion J&C Mc Hugh
Female Champion & 1st Prize Ewe S.McHugh
Reserve Female Champion & 1st Prize Ewe Lamb
Champion J&CMcHugh
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Raphoe Sale
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Finn Valley Show
1st Prize Aged Ram
1st prize Aged Ewe
Ewe Lamb Prize Winners
Ewe Lambs
Jnr Ram Lambs
Male Champion and 1st Prize Shearling Ram
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Reserve Champion Male and 1st prize Snr Ram Lamb
Reserve Female and 1st prize Ewe Lamb
Shearling Ewe Prize Winners
Shearling Ewes
Shearling Ram Line up
Snr Ramb Lambs
Supreme Champion
Victor Chestnutt Judge
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Donegal Texel Sheep Breeders Sales 2014 Raphoe Livestock Mart
Ram & Ewe Sales: 29th August
19th September 10th October In Lamb Ewe Sale: 21st November Contact: 087 238 9607
FULLY SCRAPIE MONITORED FLOCK
STRING AND BALLINAMONGREE TEXELS Mary, Mikey and Eamon Gallagher
Kilcammon Sportsman Semen for Sale
Supreme Champion at Texel Championships 2013
Daughter of Kilcammon Sportsman
Third in the Shearling Ewe class at Texel Championships 2013
Sires Used for 2014 lambs: • Kilclammon Sportsman • Sportsmans Supreme • Straidarran U2
Flock Achievements 2013 • Overall champion at All Ireland championships • 1st, 2nd and 3rd Prizewinners at Texel All Ireland 2013 • Champion at Charleville show • Numerous prizewinners at local shows Enquiries and Visitors always Welcome Contact John Gallagher on 086-8360059 or Mikey and Eamon on 085-1613303
Midland Region Report Chairman’s Address
The show season in the midland region kicked off with Ossary Show in July followed by Tinahely and Tullamore in August at all 3 shows the quality of Texels entered was very high which was an excellent promotion for the sales held in the regions main sales venue Blessington in the months of August, September and October. All sales saw strong demand for quality with the Premier Sale probably going into the record books as one of the best sales ever for the society.
Tinahely Show Texel Results Texel Two Shear Ewe and Upwards: 1st – John Taylor, Thurles; 2nd – Flor Ryan, Robertstown; 3rd – Johnny Ryan, Prosperous. Texel Two Shear Ram and Upwards: 1st – Flor Ryan, Robertstown; 2nd – Jackie Ryan, Enfield; 3rd – Johnny Ryan, Prosperous. Texel Shearling Ewe: 1st – Jackie Ryan, Enfield; 2nd – John Taylor, Thurles; 3rd – Johnny Ryan, Prosperous.
Tinahely Show 1st Prize Ram Lamb - Johnny Ryan
Texel Shearling Ram: 1st – John Taylor, Thurles; 2nd – Flor Ryan, Robertstown; 3rd – Johnny Ryan, Prosperous. Texel Ewe Lamb: 1st – Johnny Ryan, Prosperous; 2nd – John Taylor, Thurles; 3rd – John & Neil Kidd, Kildavin. Texel Ram Lamb: 1st – Flor Ryan, Robertstown, 2nd –John & Neil Kidd, Kildavin; 3rd – John Taylor, Thurles Champion: Jackie Ryan, Enfield. Reserve Champion: Flor Ryan, Robertstown.
Ossary Show Texel Results Texel Cross Hoggett Ewe: 1st – Aidan Fahy, Tullira, Ardrahan, Co Galway. 2nd – Robert Walker. 3rd – Gerard Delaney, New Inn, Emo, Portlaois, Co. Laois Texel Cross Ewe Lamb: 1st – Aidan Fahy. 2nd – Aidan Fahy 3rd – Gerard Delaney. Texel Ram Shearling & upwards: 1st – Flor Ryan. 2nd – Robert Walker. 3rd – Jackie Ryan Texel Ewe Shearling & upwards: 1st – Jackie Ryan. 2nd – Flor Ryan. 3rd – Robert Walker. Texel Ram Lamb: 1st – Flor Ryan 2nd – Robert Walker 3rd – Jackie Ryan. Texel Ewe Lamb: 1st – Flor Ryan. 2nd – Robert Walker. 3rd – Jackie Ryan.
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Texel Champion at Tinahely Show exhibited by Vivienne Ryan, Rotsee Texels, Thomastown,Enfield, Co. Meath.
Champion and Reserve at Ossary Show 2013 L to R: Vivienne Ryan, Rotsee Texels, Enfield, Co. Meath with Champion, Michael Bird, Dunlever, Trim, Co. Meath (Judge) and Johnny Ryan, Graigues Texels, Robertstown, Co. Kildare with the Reserve Champion.
In Remembrance On the 27th of June 2013, The Irish Texel Sheep Society lost a long time member, Mrs. Patience Bennett, aged 90. She founded the Barnacoyle Texel Flock in 1978. For many years Mrs. Bennett always took great pleasure and had success showing both Pedigree and Cross-bred Texels at shows around the country. She always done a tremendous job promoting the Texel breed to Mrs. Bennett and Clonea anyone and everyone both at shows and in the marts.. Alfred.
In 1999, she was honoured and touched to receive a breeders award from the Society. Eventhough old age had taken its toll on her health in recent years, she still loved her Texels and also her horses which were another of her many interests. She finally realized a long time ambition with them by winning the Pembroke Cup at the RDS Horse Show in 2012. To her family we express our sincerest condolences. At Peace. 97
Blessington 2nd Sale
Shearling Rams were in top demand at the 2nd Main Texel Sale in Blessington Livestock Mart. The event was held as an evening sale on Friday 11th October. Top selling price on the night went to Kenneth Brazil with a shearling which fell under the hammer at â&#x201A;Ź620. The ram lamb trade was a little more challenged but a good clearance rate was achieved. Pat Farrell was judge on the evening and found his Champion with a ram lamb from Anne Murphy and Reserve Champion went to Malachy McMeel.
Eddie & Dolores Hanlon with Joe Byrne Co. Wicklow
Is he worth it? at Blessington 2nd Sale
Kenneth Brazil with the Top Price Shearling at 620
Malachy McMeel with Reserve Champion & Pat Farrell, Judge
Anne Murphy with Champion with Sinead Brophy & Pat Farrell, Judge
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National Ploughing Championships 2013
The 2013 National Ploughing Championships were held from September 24th -26th at Ratheniska, Co. Laois. Recordbreaking attendance records were the order of the three days, so much so that the ever popular event for both rural and urban visitors returns to Ratheniska for a repeat performance this September. Organisation of the stand and sheep display was the responsibility of the Midland region whom done such an impressive job that the Society was awarded best stand in the Sheep Tunnel by the NSBA. On the stand was a variety of Texel sheep including Pedigree rams, Commercial and Pedigree ewes and the ever popular Hiltex, which always are a crowd pleaser! The Texel Sheep Society ran a free promotional draw for a sheep weighing scales. This was kindly donated by TJ Gormley of Cormac Engineering Tuam Co. Galway. After three days of busily collecting details, the eventual winner was selected by Darren Carty, Irish Farmers Journal to be Sean Cahill, Thomastown, Co. Kilkenny.
Sean Cahill winner of the Sheep Scales pictured with Darren Carty Irish Farmers Journal
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Having an early morning read at the Ploughing Championships
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Katie, our Texel Ploughing Mascot
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& TROJ T A P AN E
CQI est 1992
OCE est 2004
Millfarm Umbro Sire: Kelso Pavarotti
Millfarm Usher Sire: Kelso Pavarotti
Breeding quality Texels for 21 years
Lawn UB 40 Sire: Oberstown Tornado
Ballyboggan Trojan Sire: Strathbogie Python
ALSO USED Trojan Recktor Annakisha Sirmountsalot Parc Ard Titmus
ALEX & PATRICIA CLARKE
Alepat, Boyerstown, Navan, Co. Meath Tel. 046-9027418 / 087-8171037 Email: alex.clarke@boliden.com Ornaith Clarke Tel.087-9149540 Email: orny@hotmail.co.uk
B O BIN G S I L JBI
Alma & Lorraine Brennan Est. 1990
John J Brennan Est. 1977
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ROSCOMMON
Our 2014 lamb crop are by: Dunlever Troika — 2nd prize shearling ram, Blessington 2013
Kilmallock Titan — purchased Blessington 2012
Lawn Ultra — purchased 2013, in the Top 5 recorded Texels in Ireland in 2013, Top 1% for Production
Dunlever Troika — Champion Texel and Supreme Champion Sheep at Roscommon Agricultural Show 2013
Both flocks are LambPlus recorded and eligible for STAP Both flocks have been participating in the Scrapiemonitoring Scheme since 1993 Enquiries welcome
Champion Shearling Ewe at West Region Texel Championship 2013
JOHN J, ALMA & LORRAINE BRENNAN Lisgobbin, Roscommon Tel: 090 6626416, 086 8179246 Email: almabrennan@yahoo.com or lorrainembrennan@gmail.com
North East Texel Club Report
Our AGM brought the news that John Taylor, our regional representative on national council, had retired from council. While the meeting expressed disappointment at John’s decision to retire from council, members praised highly the effort and dedicated work John put in on the finance committee. It is a tribute to John’s and the entire finance committee’s work and often thankless efforts that the finances of the Texel Society is stronger now than it has been at any time since it was formed. Michael Mc Hugh was nominated to replace John as the North East’s council representative along with existing council representative Michael Bird. All current officers were re-elected: Chairman Eugene O Sullivan, Vice Chairman Peter Gibbons, Secretary Michael Mc Hugh, Treasurer Peter Gibbons and PRO Norbert Coyle. Pat and Barry Farrell, Oberstown Flock, continued with more success in the show and sale ring with progeny from their famous Curley ewe TYC09016. Oberstown Peter Gibbons first prize Usain Bolt was awarded senior ram Dundalk Show the Overall Champion at 9/6/2013 Oberstown Usain Bolt, Male Champion Premier Sale 2013. the Texel Premier Sale in Blessington and topped Bred by Pat and Barry Farrell the sale at €7350 to Paul Tara Co. Meath O Connor of the Drumgooland Flock. Another son from the same ewe sold to Peter Gibbons at the Premier for €3780. Usain Bolt continued to McHugh Magic, Group of 3 Champion Malachy McMeel, make the headlines later Lambs Blessington Premier Reserve Champion John in the season when he 2013 Wehrly was selected “ Junior Ram of the Year” by the British Texel Society . The Premier Reserve Champion,Muckish Unique, was purchased jointly by North East breeders Michael Bird and John Canty. The Mc Hugh’s Greenhill Texel flock had sale successes in having the Champion at the Raphoe Sale and Champion and Reserve champion at the Enniscorthy sale. In the North East Texel Regional sale in Castleblayney, Michael Bird was award sale champion with a hogget ram.
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Texel Champion Royal Meath Show 2013. Glassdrummond Rambo bred by Patrick Leonard
The summer shows were well supported by members with large classes of good quality Texel sheep at all the shows. Malachy Mc Meel was first out for the show champion awards when he won the Texel Champion for the third year in succession at Dundalk show. Paddy Leonard had a most successful show year with his Glasdrummond flock. Sheep from the Glasdrummond flock were awarded the North East Texel Champion and Show champion at Oldcastle Show, Texel and Overall Champion at Tydavnet Show and Texel Champion at Trim and Virginia shows. Congrats to the winners and thanks to all exhibitors for showing and highlighting the selection of quality Texel sheep available in this region.
The regions annual flock visit, organized by Peter Gibbons, was to the Lindstair flock of Sam Gordon at Annalong, Co Down. This proved to be a very Tydavent Show 2013. Champion Texel and 1st Prize Ewe enjoyable visit and members were highly appreciative of the hospitality shown by the Gordonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s in welcoming members to their farm. Members were impressed by the consistency of the quality in the Lindstair flock. The hogget ewes were particularly impressive and the group felt that they were the most consistent bunch of females viewed to date. As part of its promotion campaign, the North East Club interviewed a number of sheep farmers in the region on why they use Texel rams as part of their flock breeding policy. The main factors influencing the use of Texel on these farms were: 1. Quality carcasses 2. Lamb hardiness and lower lamb mortality 3. Production of quality lowland replacements particularly from mule ewes. 4. Texel used on hill ewes to produce replacements and quality hill cross carcasses. A selection of these farmers agreed to have a short profile of their farms and the reason they use Texels published in a coloured brochure that was prepared and published by the North East promotions committee under the guidance of PRO Norbert Coyle. Our thanks to all who participated and in particular Colin Crowe, Tom Mc Guinness, John Fagan and Gerry Rice for their contributions and cooperation. 105
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North Connacht Report
The North Connacht region had a very successful 2013, both in the sales ring and also on the show circuit.
Shows
The year started with a well-attended Texel Open Day in Hollymount, Co Mayo. Visitors were treated to a fine display of Texel stock ewes, lambs and rams, Texel X ewes, and Hiltex ewes and their progeny. The day's events also included a senior and junior stock-judging competition and a comprehensive show of agri-related stands. The event also coincided with a visit from the English North-West Texel club, many of whom commented on the high quality stock on display. The region would also like to thank Jeff Aiken of the renowned Proctor's Farm flock for judging the Texel show classes on the day. Refreshments and food was also served on the day. The region would like to thank all sponsors of the event. Our thanks especially go to Liam Coen, of Lehinch Texels, for hosting this very enjoyable event. In the Growvite All-Ireland championships in Clonmel, the North Connacht region had an extremely successful showing. Congratulations to Liam Walsh who took home the rosette and sash for the Champion female, a smashing ewe hogget sired by Glenside Razzle Dazzle, out of a Ballybrooney New dam. Reserve female champion was a Novice ewe lamb, owned by Daire and Enda McManamon, sired by Haddo Ringleader, from a Hexel Lexus dam. The Senior ewe lamb class was won by Liam Walsh, a daughter of Wayside Top Gun.
Ballinrobe Club sale 2013 Open Ram lamb line-up
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Ballinrobe Club sale 2013 LambPlus line-up
Ballinrobe Club sale 2013 1st prize shearling Prize-winners from Hiltex/Texel X sale ram - Paul Coyne with Judge Flor Ryan Ballinrobe 2013 1st prize Hogget ewes
Prize-winners from Hiltex/Texel X sale Ballinrobe 2013 1st prize Lowland X Ewe lambs
Prize-winners from Hiltex/Texel X sale Ballinrobe 2013 1st prize Lowland X ewes
Louisburg Texel Champion and Interbreed Champion, Deveronvale Superstar
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Ballinrobe Club sale 2013 Champion and Reserve Champion - Jimmy Garrivan and Anthony Donnelly
The Novice ram lamb was won by Daire and Enda McManamon, a son of Haddo Ringleader, from a Hexel Lexus ewe. Anthony Donnelly also took 2nd in the Junior ram lamb class, with a Haddo Ringleader son. Overall, it was an extremely successful championships for the region, well done to all. At Roundfort show in June, Jimmy Garrivan's ram lamb was named Champion Texel. At Bonniconlon show, Ronan Gallagher's ewe lamb, a Milnbank Special One daughter from a Douganhill McFly ewe was named Champion Texel. In Louisburg show, Daire and Enda McManamon won Champion Texel and Overall Interbreed Champion with their ram, Deveronvale Superstar, a son of Glenside Razzle Dazzle. At the Connacht Spring Show in Ballinrobe, Jimmy Garrivan won Champion Texel with his ram lamb. Later in the year, at the Ballinrobe Agricultural Show, Anthony Donnelly's hogget ewe was declared Champion Texel, and his ewe lamb was named as Reserve Champion.
Sales At the Premier show and sale in Blessington, Liam Walsh's hogget ewe was placed 2nd in a very competitive class, and was later sold for €1650. His ewe lamb was also placed 2nd in her class. Walsh's ram lamb, Ballybrooney Ultimate, a son of Wayside Top Gun stood 2nd in the ram lamb class, and was sold in the ring for €2400. Local sales in the region were very well supported. At the opening sale in Ballinrobe, Jimmy Garrivan's ram lamb, placed 1st in the show, was sold for €800. At the second sale in Ballinrobe, prices reached €590, with a healthy demand for quality rams on the day. 110
At Ballina sale, Liam Walsh's ram lamb was named as Champion Texel, and sold for a top price of â&#x201A;Ź500. The year concluded with the Annual Regional dinner in December, in Healy's Restaurant in Pontoon, Co Mayo. Members from the region had an opportunity to meet for a meal, and chat about the year gone by. We in the North Connacht region, would like to take this opportunity to thank all judges and inspectors in the region, and to wish all buyers and breeders every success for the coming year.
The Hiltex Four Over the past number of years, the many merits of Mayo "Hiltex" sheep have been discussed by those who have encountered them. The progeny of a Mayo Hill ewe, and a Pedigree Texel ram, they have proven to have a number of very favourable traits, most especially as breeding ewes. Prolificacy is one such trait, and Hiltex ewes are known to usually have two or more lambs per year. Triplets are quite common, and even quads are to be expected, as one Mayo farmer recently found out. Tommie O'Haire, who farms hill and Texel sheep in Newport, Co Mayo, recently discovered that one of his ewes had given birth to four lambs - two rams and two ewes. The ewe herself is nine years old this year and has reared lambs every year since she was a hogget. O'Haire reports, "She is a good strong ewe, and was put in lamb to one of our own home-bred pedigree Texel rams. She has plenty of milk, her teeth are perfect, and the four lambs are thriving well." Tommie, with help from sons Shane and Kevin, is delighted with his ewe and indeed Hiltex ewes in general, being of the opinion that they are very easily managed, they are excellent mothers, and of course, are highly prolific. Indeed, this is not a unique occurrence for Hiltex ewes, with other farmers all over the country seeing for themselves the many benefits of these breeding ewes. The annual Hiltex and Texel X sale, held in August in Ballinrobe every year, is going from strength to strength, with buyers coming form all over the country to purchase ewe lambs and hoggets. Hiltex really are, a breed to suit all buyers.
Hiltex sell to record prices In recent months there has been considerable talk and interest about the newly-named "Hiltex" breed of sheep - a cross between a mountain ewe and a Pedigree Texel ram. The many merits of the Hiltex ewe as a breeding ewe have been discussed and proven, and interest has steadily grown. On 23rd August last year, this culminated in the Annual Texel X and Hiltex ewe and lamb sale. 111
View of Hiltex sale
Hiltex heads
Buyers from all over the country flocked to Ballinrobe Mart for the sale of these stock. The quality of stock on display was extremely high, with one buyer commenting that he would "be delighted to get any of them." The sale opened with Texel X hogget ewes, and demand was high for good stock. A top price of €191 was paid, with the rest selling for an average of €163. The Texel X lambs sold to a top of €120, with an average of €102. The was undoubtedly the sale of Hiltex hoggets that caused massive interest around the yard. Bids from the crowd were fast and furious, and the hammer eventually fell at €171 for the top pen, who had earlier been given 1st Prize by Judges Flor and Willie Ryan. This was a record high price for Hiltex hoggets, proving that buyers are indeed becoming convinced that Hiltex are the way forward when choosing breeding ewes. Hiltex hoggets went on to sell at an average of €140. Hiltex lambs were also in high demand, and again quality of stock was very good. A top price of €108 was paid for Hiltex lambs, the rest selling at an average of €84. The huge success of this sale, especially the record prices for Hiltex hoggets, proves that buyers appreciate the many positive traits that these Texel X ewes have. In the coming months, farmers will make decisions as to what ram they will use, in order to improve his/her flock, and achieve maximum financial gain. A farmer would do well to choose a Pedigree Texel ram, both as a terminal sire, and also to sire exceptional breeding females.
Prize-winners from Hiltex/Texel X sale Ballinrobe 2013 1st prize Ewe lambs
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North Connacht Open Day
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Proud Moment for Lehinch Texels: Stephen Coen
A proud day for Lehinch Texels when our youngest son Stephen captained the Mayo minor football team to win the All Ireland. Beating Tyrone 2:13 to 1:13 on September 22nd 2013. Lehinch Texels have been a very important part of our lives bringing its own good and bad days at shows, sales etc but sport and the GAA has been another big area in our lives. Stephens football career started at an early age and he always enjoyed playing for his club St Gerards and Hollymount/Carramore achieving success at all competition underage.
From left, David, Stephen and Liam Coen after Stephen won the All Ireland Minor Football Title Sep 2013
He first got involved with his native county at under 14 and in that same year played soccer with Mayo participating in the Kennedy cup a renowned soccer tournament involving all counties. His next step was captaining Mayo at under16 to win the Ted Webb competition which involved all Connacht Counties. In that same year he first became part of the Mayo Minor Squad in 2011 at the age of 15. In 2012 he played for Mayo Minors wearing the No 11 jersey but were beaten sadly by Meath in the All Ireland semi final. In 2013 he wore the No 6 jersey and was honoured to be made captain of a very dedicated team. They started their championship campaign with a win over Leitrim that followed with an exciting extra time finish beating a highly fancied Galway side. Meeting Roscommon in the Connacht Final proved a bigger challenge and Stephen was delighted to lift the Tom Kilcoyne cup as Connacht Champions. Quarter Final stage got a win over Westmeath in 114
Stephen Coen lifting the Tom Markham Cup in Croke Park Sep 2013
Tullamore. Monaghan were their semi final opponents in Croke Park and the team had a great win scoring 3.17 from play. Tyrone awaited in the final and an exciting day in Croke Park saw Stephen lift the Tom Markham Cup. It being 28 years since Mayo last lifted that Cup made the win really important. So back to the Texels and the Leaving Certificiate for the winter. Lambing season now over we again look forward to the summer days with Shows and sales for 2014. A special thank you to all the members of the Irish Texel Society who supported us during the year it was really appreciated.
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Lehinch Texels Liam and David Coen
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Sires for 2014 season: Oberstown UsainBolt
Overall Champion Blessington 2013
Springhill Twenty Twelve
First prize Shearling Balmoral 2013
Lehinch Tiptop
Full Brother to Overall Champion 2012 Lehinch Titan
Lehinch UpMayo
Lehinch Titan
Overall Champoin Blessington 2012 1,800 gns
Dam purchased Ballymena 2,700, Sire 2,200 Donnelly T-Rex
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R A H F G FERTY A L L U M XEL T E X E LS
Billary Hill Usaid. 1st Prizewinner Shearling Ram Class Blessington 2013. Main service sire for 2014 lambs Sires used for 2014 lambs: Billary Hill Usaid by Bailey’s One & Only Lawn Union by Oberstown Tornado Gruig Shamrock by Stainton Real McCoy Springwell Patch by Milestonehill O’ Gara
Selection of Shearling Ewes and Ewe Lambs for Sale
Visitors and Enquiries Always Welcome ENQUIRIES: CHARLIE CLARKE Jnr Mullaghrafferty, Carrickmacross, Co. Monaghan tel.: 042 9692880, 086 8243826 c.mullaghrafferty@yahoo.ie
Reserve Female All-Ireland Champion 2013 DEE13012
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DEE13012 and 3 embryo sisters
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Sires used for 2014 lamb crop: Castlecairn Keltic Star Scholars Twenty Twelve Knock Reebok Milestonehill Uro Star
Scholars Twenty Twelve
South East Regional Report
A bad start to 2013 didn’t look great for all sheep farmers in the South East let alone pedigree breeders, floods in February and a cold spell continuing into March meant that grass was hard to come by! However a bad start to the year weather wise didn’t seem to affect all breeders in the region with the Thornville flock setting the target at this year’s Texel Growvite All Ireland Championships. John Neville had first place with his shearling ram-Thornville Tricky Dick, first with his senior ram lamb-Thornville Urika; fourth in the senior ewe lamb class and first, second and third in the junior ewe lamb class, Thornville Urika went on to become Reserve Champion of the show. Overall show Champion went to Kilclammon Sportsman owned by Mary Gallagher but bred by Liam Dillon from County Wexford.
Thornville Tricky Dick
Reserve Show Champion Thornville Urika
First Prize Ewe Lamb
Growvite All Ireland Championship First Second and Third!
All eyes turned to this year’s society Premier Show and Sale on 9th and 10th of August and continuing his success John Neville took first place with a February born ewe lamb, a daughter of Castleknowe Matchmatcher which went on to take female Reserve Champion of the show and sale. 118
Reserve Female Champion Premier Show and Sale
County shows followed with John D’Arcy and the Kilmallock flock taking show Champion and Reserve Champion at this year’s Bannow and Rathangan show. Adamstown show saw John Neville taking show Champion. Iverk Show in Pilltown, Kilkenny saw Ann Stephenson and the Ringwood flock taking Champion with her senior ewe ASI 10011 and John Taylor taking Reserve Champion. Winner of the ram lamb category at Tullamore Show was Murphy's Umpa Lumpa shown by Anne Murphy and bred by her son Michael. Tullow Show saw John Kidd and the Treemore flock taking show Champion with his ram lamb. John also had success in Carnew Show taking Texel champion with his ram lamb and Reserve Champion with a ewe lamb. Anne Murphy and the Foundry flock took Reserve Champion in Tullow Show with her shearling ram.
Champion and Reserve Champion Tullow Show
Champion and Reserve Champion Tullow Sale.
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There were two sales held in the South East region this year both show and sales. Tullow sale started the season off and saw Anne Murphy claiming sale Champion with her ram lamb while Reserve Champion went to Liam Dillon and his shearling ram. Enniscorthy sale followed and as the regions open sale it saw a good turnout of rams from both inside and outside the region. Congratulations goes to John and Colm McHugh Carrickmacross, Monaghan who presented both sale Champion and Reserve Champion.
Champion and Reserve Champion Enniscorthy Open Sale. Judge Michael Kelly RIP.
We extend sympathy to the family of the late Michael Kelly, Ballinacurra, and also to the family of the late George McCullagh. Both were active members of the South East Region of The Irish Texel Sheep Society who passed away during the year. The South East members would like to wish all breeders and buyers success in 2014.
Michael Kelly, Ballinacurra, Carrick on Suir, Co. Waterford R.I.P. 22ND December 2013 Michael Kelly, well known Texel breeder sadly passed away in December after a short illness. He had a life-long love of farming in Co. Waterford and was involved in breeding sheep for over forty years. Michael was a valued member of the Irish Texel Sheep Society since 1981. For many years Michael and his brother Tom developed a name for producing quality stock which were well received at pedigree Texel sales around the country as interest in the breed quickly grew. Michael was well known for his contribution to pedigree sheep events both as a breeder and judge at shows around the country, and had much success from his flock. The Ballinacurra flock enjoyed success at the highest level, Michael exhibited both the Champion Texel Ram and Ewe at the Premier Sales (held at the time in Maynooth) during the 1990â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. 120
A renowned sheepbreeder, and astute judge, He made many friends in his local South East Texel Sheep Society and also was known and respected among sheepbreeders throughout the country. Also a keen sportsman, with a passion for hurling, camogie and horses. During the past decade he became involved in the breeding of horses, with notable success. Michaelâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s gentle sociable nature and the kindness that he showed in sharing his practical knowledge with others was remarked upon by many of those who attended his recent funeral. His family and friends really appreciated the kindness shown by all those who paid their respects from the Texel Sheep Society. Michaels passing was unexpected, his company at shows and sales will be missed by all those who knew him. will be sadly. To his brothers Tom and David, his nieces and nephew, we extend our sincere sympathy. May he rest in peace.
Co. Wexford Sheep Breeders Association Texel ram prices at our sales in Enniscorthy improved signigicantly on recent years. This is probably due to factory lamb prices holding steady all year. There were some very good prices all round and a good clearance of rams. Our members are looking to the future with stock ram purchases in Blessington at the Texel Premier Sale and further a field! At our First Show and Sale in August judge Fram Jeffrey, picked his Champion from Anne Murphy’s pen with the Reserve Champion going to John D’Arcy. Our Second Show and Sale in September was judged by Jim Walker and he also gave the Champion to Anne Murphy, John D’Arcy had the Reserve Champion. As usual our year ended with our ‘Annual Dinner and Presentation of Trophies’ in the Stanville Lodge Hotel near Wexford town. This year we did not have a guest speaker but old music comrades, Michael Brennan and John Murray, came together for ‘one night only’ after 35 years and the expresssion ‘sing along’ was brought to a whole new level. Our members left aside their inhibitions and any concerns they may have had for the sheep industry, while they lifted the rafters. Needless to say a great night was had by all. We want to thank most sincerely Co. Wexford Marts and I.C.M Camolin for their very generous sponsorship and assistance during the year.
Texel Prize Winners 2013 Ram Lamb 1st Anne Murphy 2nd John D’Arcy 3rd John D’Arcy 4th Liam Dillon
Belcarrig, Gorey Kilmallock, Ballymurn Kilmallock, Ballymurn Kilclammon, New Ross
2nd Show & Sale 1st Anne Murphy 2nd John D’Arcy 3rd Anne Murphy 4th Anne Murphy
Belcarrig, Gorey Kilmallock, Ballymurn Belcarrig, Gorey Belcarrig, Gorey
Co. Wexford Sheepbreeders Forthcoming Sales 2014 1st Show & Sale Sale 2nd Show & Sale Evening Sale Sale Sale
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Deveronvale Perfection.
Sires used in 2013 Deveronvale Perfection – World Record Price Sheep £220,000 Castlecairn Secret Service – full brother to Castlecairn SAS Commander. Purchased for £48,000. Forkins Nijinsky – by Douganhill McFly, bought for £28,000. Sired the National Champion 2008, 1st Prize Senior Ewe Lamb and 1st Prize Senior Ram Lamb. Cairness Ranger - sold for £20,000 in 2011 - son of Deveronvale Perfection – one of the best lambs at Cairness that year. Cloola Marksman
Great lambs by these sires for sale both at Society sales and privately Joint In-Lamb Sale 6th December 2014, Blessington Livestock Mart
Enquiries phone Tom Bailey 00 353 87 255 3195 www.baileyslivestock.com
Wishing all breeders the best for 2014
South West Report
A late Spring, coupled with bad weather conditions resulted in difficult lambing conditions, but the Summer eventually arrived with glorious weather and enabled Sheep to thrive well! The kick off to 2013 was the National Texel Championships, and even that the McCarthy Cup and Sam Maguire did not come to the South West, the Gallagher family healed this wound by having the Overall Supreme Champion with their Aged Ram, Kilclammon Sportsman, and therefore brought the Texel silverware back to the South West Region. James Walker was also awarded the title of Junior Stockperson. This was a great achievement at a National event for our region. Tullamore show again sent silverware to the South West when Arthur & Patrick O’Keeffe took the Champion and the Walkers stood closely behind with reserve Champion. The Club had a very successful open evening on the farm of Jerry McCarthy, Kenmare. This was very well attended with speakers of the calibre of Michael Gottstein, who spoke on the preparation of the ram and ewe premating. Flor Ryan spoke on the features of the Texel sheep and the merits Arthur & Patrick O'Keeffe with the of crossing different breeds etc. Dan McCarthy, Champion & Reserve Champion at manager of Kenmare Mart spoke on breeding Milltown Sale quality and the initiatives of rewarding the top premium for lambs. The night ended with some prizes raffled. Special thanks to Jerry for his premises for the evening. Our Sales kicked off on September 18th at Roscrea Mart. This had a good selection of rams with Arthur & Patrick O’Keeffe taking the Champion. This was a good sale with 90% clearance. Our Club sale in Milltown was an evening sale, again with a good selection of sheep. Judged by a young Killorglin breeder, Adam Heffernan, who chose his champion and reserve champion from the O’Keeffe flock. This sale had a 80% clearance. This sale was sponsored by Dan O’Connor Feeds and O’Connor Agri, Duagh. This was appreciated. As our Hilltex promotion did not take place last year, preparations are under way for 2014. To conclude, thanks to all our members that helped out in any way during the year and wishing them a successful 2014. Thanks to Sinead Brophy and Adrian McKeague for their help during 2013.
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West Region Club Report
Overview
This year saw an extremely busy time for members of the West Region. Along with local shows, there was also the launch of the West Region Texel Championship. A trip across the pond to Lanark to see the Scottish National Show & Sale, and of course the region’s 10 sales, ensured that the region promoted the breed in the 2013/2014 season. No doubt the region will excel again in the 2014/2015 season.
Roscommon Lamb Festival Each year in the West of Ireland, the Roscommon Lamb Festival is one of the first sheep events of the calendar year. This year the festival was held around the May bank holiday weekend and offered something for everybody over the 6 day event. Every year the West Texel Club use this event as the launch pad to display the benefits of the Texel breed to any flock. This year the sheep on display were from the flock of Anthony Moran of Four Roads, who has been using a Texel ram in his 200 ewe flock for over 20 years with excellent results. He finds that Texel lambs are very hardy when born and quick to get up and suck. They are a very good factory lamb with a lean carcase. Anthony also uses Texel to breed his own replacements.
The Roscommon Lamb Festival 2014 will be starting Wednesday April 30th until Monday 5th May will have loads to offer. Plans are currently underway for Family Fun Filled weekend.
Scottish breeders’ trip This year in May the West Texel Club were paid a visit from the North West breeders (UK) at the farm of Padraic and Gerard Niland’s Chessy and Nilands flocks in Kinvarra, Co. Galway, along with Michael Murphy’s Tysaxon flock in Tuam, Co. Galway. The visitors were highly impressed with the standard of sheep from across the region and enjoyed a warm West of Ireland welcome along with excellent hospitality. The region is looking forward to the return of the UK breeders in the coming years. 125
North West breeders enjoying their visit to the West region
Stone walls and the grass is green
West Region Texel Championship Despite the inclement weather conditions, there was a great turn out of Texel sheep of a very high standard at the 1st Annual West Region Texel Championship, kindly sponsored by Greenvale Animal Feeds, at Galway County Show held in Clarinbridge on Sunday June 16th . Judging on the day was in the very capable hands of Mr Andrew Wilson of the renowned Shannagh flock in Raphoe, Co. Donegal. Taking the Aged Ram class was Tom Kenny of Kilconnell, Co. Galway with Shannagh Supreme bred by Tophill Nockout. Taking top honors in the Aged Ewe class was Eric Campbell, Tuam, with his Tullagh Neptunesired ewe. She eventually went on to become Overall Champion. In the Shearling Ram class, Michael Haverty took 1st place with Larahirl Thorny, sired by Proctors Subaru. In the Shearling Ewe class, John J. Brennan, Roscommon, had the 1st prize winner, sired by Springwell Superstar. She went to become Reserve Champion of the championships In Open Ram Lamb, there was a great showing of rams – 24 in total – all of top quality and most were STAP eligible. Michael Murphy, Cummer, Tuam, took the red rosette in this class. 126
Open Ram Lamb lineup at West Region Texel Championship
The biggest class of the day was in the Open Ewe Lamb, with 25 ewe lambs put forward. New breeder Patrick Hanley Longford took 1stplace in this class â&#x20AC;&#x201C; a great way to start off breeding Texels Finally in the Confined Ram Lamb class (confined to breeders who established flocks since 2007) Eric Campbell went away with the winner. The late Moira Kennyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s children Laura and Jack presented the Moira Kenny Memorial Trophy to Eric Campbell, as his Aged ewe was Overall Champion Texel. Finally a special thanks to Padraic and Margaret Niland for making the sheep section of the show a great success over the years, I am sure everybody will agree that they have done trojan work for the Texel breed and due to their involvement on the day, they were unable to show their sheep. We will, however, look forward to them showing at the 2014 Western Championships.
Champion Texel shown by Eric Campbell with Laura and Jack Kerins
Reserve Champion bred by John J Brennan
The West Region is delighted to be able to announce the 2nd West Region Championship on Sunday 15th June 2014 at Galway County Show.
Other local shows Of course every breeder knows the importance of having their stock in the public eye is one of the best ways to attract new customers. And one of the best ways to do this is by supporting the local show. Here is just a few pictures and results from around the region of various breeders promotion the Texel breed.
Athlone Agri Show Athlone Agricultural Show 2013 got off to a damp start, but thankfully had dried off slightly by the time the Texel judging came around. The judge on the day was TJ Gormley, Tuam. 127
The Texel classes got underway with the shearling and aged ram class; in which Donal Mee took first and second place, while third was David Craig. Donal’s winner was a home-bred two-year old ram with an excellent carcase. Next up were the ram lambs, where there was an excellent turnout, but TJ wasted no time sorting them all out. Michael Carroll’s lamb took first place, with Anthony Donnelly in second and John Brooks third. The third Texel class was for a shearling or aged ewe. Anthony Donnelly’s shearling ewe took the honour here, while an aged ewe shown by Lorraine Brennan was second and Tom Kenny was in third place. The final class was for a ewe lamb. Again there was an excellent turnout for this class with plenty of high-class lambs to choose from. The winner here was Thomas Kenny, with John Brooks in second and new breeder Patrick Hanley in third.
Reserve Champion at Athlone Show, exhibited by Michael Carroll
It was then down to TJ to pick his overall champion and reserve. After much deliberation, Anthony Donnelly’s shearling ewe took top honours, with Michael Carroll’s ram lamb in reserve. There was an excellent display of Texels on the day, well done to all involved.
Mullingar Show Mullingar show was held on the 14th July Norbert Coyle was the man given the nod for judging this year and soon set to the task. In the ram lamb class all headed to Longford with PJ Kenny collecting the red ribbon followed by Paddy Hanley and Mark Noble. Another Longford success for the ewe lamb class as PJ again collected the red in the ewe lamb class with a swap in position from the last class for 2nd and 3rd. PJ then completed his hat trick with another 1st in PJ Kenny enjoying success at Mullingar show the shearling ewe and upwards class with Robert Porter collecting 2nd and Mark Noble picking up the 3rd position. With three 1st place in the Champion the judge soon made up his mind and PJ Kenny collected the Champion on the day.
Roscommon Show Roscommon Agricultural Show was held on Saturday, 17th August with the Sheep judging undertaken by Sonny Jennings, Tuam. The red rosette was taken by Sean Brennan for three of 128
the Texel classes – the Shearling/Aged ram, Shearling/Aged ewe and Ram lamb. A new breeder, Michael Dwyer, took the first place with his ewe lamb. Sean Brennan’s Shearling ram took the Texel Championship, and was later awarded Supreme Champion Sheep of the show following the interbreed judging.
Growvite Texel All-Ireland This year the Texel All-Ireland was held in Clonmel, Co. Tipperary on a very hot July day. In total, 11 rosettes Michael Dwyer at Roscommon Show with Stephen were given to breeders from the West and Caoimhe O Mahoney from Cork lending a region; prize-winners from the club helping hand to show the 1st prize winning ewe lamb included 6th place in the Senior Ram class to Tom Kenny, Kilconnel, Co. Galway. Tom also went on to receive 6th in the Junior Ram lamb class and 3rd in the Novice Ram lamb class, his son Tom Jr also received rosettes for the 5th prize winner in the same class and the 6th prize winner in the Junior Ewe lamb class. Michael Haverty, Dunmore, Co. Galway received 3rd place in the Shearling Ram class. Father and son team of Padraic and Gerard Niland were also in the prizes, receiving 2nd and 4th in the Shearling Ewe Tom Kenny in the line up at this class; they also received two 2nd places in the Senior year’s All-Ireland Ewe lamb class and the Novice Ram lamb class. The West region would like to thank the South West for all the time and effort put into the day making it another successful All Ireland.
National Sheepdog Trials From the 1st to the 3rd of August the West Texel Club headed to the National Sheepdog Trials in Brideswell, Co. Roscommon. This event was held on the farm of Barra O’Brien and attracted over 10,000 visitors from as far as Great Britain, USA, Sweden, Norway, the Netherlands, Germany, France, Italy and China. Barra is no stranger to the breed and has been using Texel sires in his own flock over the years. Barra has also introduced a number of Hiltex ewes into his flock and is very impressed with the results he has seen to date. The club put up a fine display of Pedigree Texel lambs, Shearling Rams and Shearling Ewes, along with a group of Hiltex and some Texel cross sheep. The stand was well visited throughout the three days and received both attention and praise Michael Carroll, Colm Mee, and Donal Mee setting from all visitors to the event. up at the National Sheep Dog Trials 129
Premier Sale Blessington The Irish Texel Premier sale was well attended by the West region. A great selection of quality, both male and female, found themselves new homes on the day. Gerard Niland collected the 1st in the Novice Ram lamb class with a lamb out of Cowal Rico and a Tullagh Neptune ewe. Thomas Kenny found himself in 3rd in the same class with a son of Cambwell Socrates. Padraic Niland collected 6th in the Ewe lamb Novice champion from Gerard Niland sold class. for 1070 gns
On the Saturday sale day, West region members received a good average price for their sheep across the board but the stand out prices went to the Niland family when they sold the Novice ram lamb prize winner for 1070gns and a ram lamb by Knock Rafiki for 1100gns.
Lanark Club Trip This year, the West regionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s annual club trip took us across the water to the Scottish National Show and Sale, Lanark. An early start at 1.00am on the 21st Aug saw the coach set off from Galway on its journey north-bound, collecting club members on the way to Belfast. Once the ferry was boarded, the members relaxed and were like a group of race pundits studying the form and marking catalogues for pens that were definitely being paid a visit later on in the day As the ferry docked in Cairnryan, the 3rd stage of the trip began with the journey to the hotel, before heading to see the judging of all classes. When we reached Lanark Livestock Mart, no time was wasted in inspecting the pens of gimmers, shearling rams and of course, rams lambs. Once again the biros were out, notes were made and finally the time the Westâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s breeders had been waiting for: Judging! This year the daunting job fell into the capable hands of Alistair Gault, Northern Ireland, who is no stranger to the West region and allowed us the opportunity to visit his impressive Forkins flock as part of our annual club trip in 2012. As expected, Alistair wasted no time in handing out the rosettes; raising the price tag on several lambs our members had marked prior to the judging.
West Region group that travelled to Lanark
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Once judging was complete, the group retired for some refreshments before the call to commence selling of the gimmers. With standing-room only, the members managed to locate a clear view of the ring. After the final gimmer passed through the ring, the members elected to retire to the hotel where opinions were shared until the early hours. The next morning members were up early for a hearty breakfast and then on to Texel mecca. A second look was taken at the impressive line-up and then the announcement was made: “Start of the ram sale”. As the ring quickly filled, speculation filled the air as to what would make the top price and what would the champion lamb fetch? It was soon apparent that the difference between a nice ram and a very nice ram could be a zero or two. With lambs reaching 48,000gns, it was a marvellous display of Texels. Unfortunately, due to ferry times the group had to leave the sale before the last lots went through so that some, including the champion, were missed. A sweepstake on the price of the champion ram lamb was quickly organised on the bus back to Cairnryan. Everyone put a price down but Harry Noble hit closest to the price of 11,000gns, which bagged him the kitty. Overall, the entire trip was an extremely enjoyable experience for the club with good company and a good time had by all. The only question that remains is: “Where to for 2014?”
Roscommon sale The first sale of 2013 for the Western Texel Club was held at Roscommon Mart on 24 Aug 2013. Judging was in the capable hands of Liam Walsh, Ballybrooney Texels.
Male Champion exhibited by Aidan Fahy
The Shearling Ram class was first up with a great lineup on show. Mark Noble took first place, with Nicholas Byrne in second and Mark Noble again in third, shown by Padraic Kelly. The Open Ram Lamb class was next, with the top prize taken by Aidan Fahy, on his first day out. Martin Murphy took second, with Padraic Niland in third. The Lambplus Ram Lamb class was next, confined to rams with four or five stars for Maternal or Production traits. First place was taken by Thomas Kenny Jr, with Pat Lyons second and Sean Brennan third. The final open class was for females - shearlings and lambs. Eric Campbell’s ewe lamb took first prize and the Female Championship, with Seamus Delaney’s shearling in second, as the Female Reserve Champion.
Female Champion exhibited by Eric Campbell
Aidan Fahy’s Open ram lamb took the Male Championship, with Thomas Kenny Jr’s Lambplus ram lamb in Reserve. One final decision remained for Liam Walsh – the Mart Cup – which is awarded to the Overall Champion. Aidan Fahy’s Open ram lamb took the honours.
Athenry sale The West Texel Region’s Open sale occurred at Athenry Mart on 02 Sep 2013. With a catalogue of 74 sheep, buyers were offered an excellent selection to choose from. Jim Walker, 131
who is no stranger to a Texel sheep, was the man the West Region felt most suited to the position of Judge. Jim wasted no time in selecting his prize winners: Shearling Ram 1st Mark Noble 2nd Paul Coyne 3rd Donal Mee 4th Robert Walker
Lamb Plus Ram Lamb 1st Fergal O’Se 2nd Anthony Donnelly 3rd Tom Kenny Jnr 4th Micheal Murphy
Ewe Lamb 1st Anthony Donnelly 2nd Tom Kenny Jnr 3rd John Taylor 4th Tom Kenny
Open Ram Lamb 1st Padraic Niland 2nd Anthony Donnelly 3rd Edward & Shenna McCarthy 4th Adrian Howard
West Region Ram Lamb 1st Pat Lyons 2nd Padraic Niland 3rd PJ Kenny 4th Tom Kenny
Shearling Ewe 1st John Taylor 2nd Seamus Delaney 3rd Declan Whelan 4th Mark Noble
Champion Male: Fergal O’Se Champion Female: Anthony Donnelly 13 females were offered for sale with a clearance of just under 50%. The top female price was given for Anthony Donnelly’s ewe lamb at €670. Over 50% of the shearling rams were sold. Top price for shearling rams was €550, shared by two shearlings: one from Mark Noble; and one from Donal Mee. 39 ram lambs were on offer with a clearance of just less than 50%. The top price on the day was given by Martin Walsh, Mayo who purchased a ram lamb from Ronan Gallagher at €1060. A special thanks to judge Jim Walker for performing his unenviable task on the day. Female and Male Champions, Athenry; owned by Anthony Donnnelly, Fergal O’Se shown by John Kelly respectively.
Other Sales The West Region also ran a number of club sales throughout the region including sales in Delvin, Ballinasloe, Roscommon, Tuam, Maam Cross, Mountbellew; ensuring that sheep farmers at a local level had access to a good selection of quality breeding stock eligible for STAP at all West sales.
West Region In-Lamb Ewe Sale The West region held its Annual In-Lamb Ewe sale on Saturday 23th of November in Ballinasloe mart. Trade was steady throughout; where 550 gns was top price and was reached four times. 132
The first to hit 550 gns was a hogget of the Dunblaney flock of Michael Haverty – a daughter of Tysaxon Pet and in lamb to Chessy Unicorn, she heads to the Billary Hill flock of Danny Murray, Co Donegal. The second to hit this price was from Padraic Niland’s Chessy flock, for a Milestone Red Arrow daughter in lamb to Drumgooland Unleashed (Champion, Ballymena 2013). Next to reach the top price was from the Hillswood flock of Tom Kenny, for a Shannagh Supreme daughter in lamb to Annakisha Uproar; she was knocked down to new breeder, Maurice Fitzgibbon. The final lot to make 550 was from Thomas Kenny Jnr’s Currach flock, for a Hillcrest Sugar Ray daughter also in lamb to Annakisha Uproar; she was knocked down to Stephen Kelly of the Kellys flock, Co Roscommon . Overall, the Region was pleased with the sale, which is starting to grow in popularity and will no doubt be one to watch for the 2014 season. The West region would like to thank all breeders, buyers and sponsors involved in making the 2013/2014 season a success and we look forward to your support in the 2014/2015 season.
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Commercial Texel Flock Success
Aidan Fahy, Ardrahan Co. Galway enjoyed another very successful show season during 2013, with his highly renowned commercial Texel flock. Using Texel cross ewes Aidan managed to covet over 12 Champion and Reserve Champion accolades. These titles included Roundfort Show Champion with a pair of Shearling ewes. At both Athlone Show and Ballinrobe Spring Show, the Ardrahan commercial Texel flock brought home the Show Champion with a Shearling Ewe and also the Reserve title with his Aged Ewe. At Claremorris, Swinford and Boniconlon Shows Aidan took the Champion Title with an Aged Ewe. He also took home the coveted rosettes at Ossory and Monivea Show with his Shearling ewes.
Commercial Champion Claremorris 95th Agricultural Show 2013
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WEST REGION TEXEL CLUB Come and join us at the
West Region Texel Championships at Galway County Show on Sunday June 15th
Sale Dates 2014
Roscommon Athenry Delvin Ballinasloe Tuam Maam Cross Roscommon 2nd sale Athenry Mountbellew
Sat, 23rd August 2014 Mon, 1st September 2014 Thurs, 4th September 2014 Sat, 6th September 2014 Tues, 9th September 2014 Sat, 13th September 2014 Sat, 20th September 2014 Mon, 29th September 2014 Sat, 11th October 2014
Ballinasloe In-Lamb
Sat, 22nd November 2014
Buyers please note that EUROSTAR rams will be available at all of the above sales For further details please contact: Chairman: Mark Noble 087 6146964 Secretary: Lorraine Brennan 086 8546772 Email: lorrainembrennan@gmail.com
Slow Cooked Spiced Shoulder of Lamb Wraps The longer you cook this shoulder of lamb the better so don’t worry if it gets an extra hour or so. The meat should be so tender that it is easily shred with a fork. Serves: 4 Cooking time: 4 hours
Ingredients
• 1 small shoulder of lamb • 1 tablesp. olive oil • 2 teasp. dried ginger • 2 teasp. ground cumin • 2 teasp. ground coriander • 2 teasp. turmeric • Juice and grated rind of 1 lemon • 1 small bunch of coriander, leaves picked and stems kept • Sea salt and freshly-ground black pepper
For the Aioli
• 1 bulb of garlic • 85ml olive oil • 1 free-range egg yolk • 1 teasp. white wine vinegar
For the Tomato Salsa
• 4 ripe tomatoes, seeded and chopped • 1 small red onion, finely chopped • 1 tablesp. chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley • 2 tablesp. chopped fresh coriander • 1 tablesp. fresh lime juice • 1 tablesp. extra-virgin olive oil
Method
Preheat the oven to Gas Mark 3, 160˚C (325˚F). To prepare the lamb: Place the olive oil, ginger, cumin, coriander, turmeric, lemon rind and juice, the stalks of the coriander and a good pinch of salt into a blender and blitz to form a smooth paste. Put the shoulder of lamb onto the two large pieces of foil and make lots of incisions with a knife. Next rub the paste all over. Add a couple of tablespoons of water then seal the foil leaving a little pocket of
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air above the lamb. Place onto a baking sheet and cook for 3 hours. After 3 hours open the foil and baste the lamb, then reseal the parcel. Cut the tips off the tops of the garlic cloves, wrap the bulb tightly with foil and place in the oven. Cook the lamb for another hour until the lamb is meltingly tender and the garlic bulb is soft. Turn off the oven but leave the lamb to rest inside. Meanwhile, make the salsa. Place the tomatoes in a bowl with the red onion, herbs, lime juice and olive oil. Season to taste and mix thoroughly to combine. To make the roasted garlic aioli: Gently heat the olive oil. Squeeze out the really soft insides of the garlic cloves into a blender. Add the egg yolk and some salt and pepper. With the motor running, slowly add the olive oil to make a smooth thick sauce. Place into a heavy-based pan so you can heat through before serving (this could also be done with a small whisk and a bowl). Heat the tortillas in the oven by wrapping in a clean damp tea towel. Shred the lamb using two forks, discarding any excess fat and bones. Give each person a tortilla, dot over the garlic aioli, top with some lamb, a good spoonful of the salsa, then finish with some salad and a couple of slices of the cucumber. Wrap and eat immediately. Serve with the green salad. Note: If you use a boned shoulder you could reduce the cooking time by approximately an hour. You may have some lamb and aioli left over, they will keep in the fridge for a couple of days.
Serving Suggestions
Serve with eight large soft flour tortilla wraps, one small cucumber seeded and cut into thin strips and a bowl of green salad You can replace the aioli and tomato salsa with ready prepared mayonnaise and a jar of salsa.
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New for 2014
Hoodies Umbrella’s (Red & White)
€32.00 €25.00
Showcoats
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1 Regatta Full Jackets
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Bodywarmer Fleece Jackets Regatta Softshell Jacket Polo Shirts 2 Baseball Cap 3 Wool/Beanie Hat Mug* Keyrings** Available Colors Regatta Jacket Black only Fleece Jacket Black, Navy, Red Polo Shirt Black, Navy, Red, Green Other color options available on request Sizes available S - XXL Children's showcoats and jackets also available The above quoted price includes standard logo of Irish Texel Sheep Society on left chest 4 , and on the back of item 5 (this can be omitted if requested at time of ordering). Flock name can be added on under logo at extra cost of €5.00. The service is also available to apply logo and flock name onto items of clothing. Please contact Secretary for further details. Postage Costs Please contact Secretary for details, as items are items are priced according to weight. The above items are priced exclusive of postage & packing.
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Members of the Irish Texel Sheep Society
NAME AND ADDRESS
FLOCK NAME
CONTACT DETAILS
Donegal
LBF
Alexander, Mr. Martin, Ballincor, Cross Roads, Killygordon, Lifford, Co. Donegal Boyce, Shaun, Gortmacall, Milford, Co. Donegal Brady, Liam, Rosemount, Kilmacrennan, Lettterkenny, Co. Donegal Browne, Liam, Listillion, Letterkenny, Co. Donegal
IDE
Devlin, Daniel, Cleagh, Clonmany, Co. Donegal
Quarry House
CNE UYI RYE
Cashelgragen Urris Hill View
AEI
Doherty, Charles Jnr, Cashelgragen, Carndonagh, Co. Donegal Doherty, Roger, Urrisma, Clonmany, Co. Donegal Doherty, Ryan, Urrisma, Clonmany, Co. Donegal Doherty, William, Galdonagh Glebe, Manorcunningham, Co. Donegal Edwards, Louise, Hillsborough, Ramelton, Co. Donegal
Moneyhill
REI
Edwards, Ronnie, Hillsborough, Ramelton, Co. Donegal
Hillsborough
FFE
Farragher, Patrick, Finnadouse, Donegal P.O., Co. Donegal Friel, Patrick, Drumatrummom, Kerrykeel, Letterkenny, Co. Donegal
JAE AFE LIF
YZI
PFE
Gortmacall
087 9499420, 074 9149677 086 3445108
Drumbrick
086 8625094
Highway
Spireydale
087 9472236 086 0812226, 074 9376713 086 1063216 074 9376275 086 8530199, 087 2355493, 074 9157491 074 9151056 086 6652455, 074 9151056 087 7515205,
Loughross
074 9150311
Purton Park
Hillcrest
JDF
Furey, John & David, Ballinamore, Cloghan, Lifford, Co. Donegal Finn View
CCE
Gallagher, Ciaran, Cloonmore, Cresslough, Co. Donegal
Cashelban
CME
Gibson, Christine, Mageestown, Raphoe, Co. Donegal
Mageestown
MZE
Gillespie, James & Martin, Derrydruel, Lettermacedward, Co. Donegal Grant, Michael, Umricam, Buncrana, Co. Donegal
GEI
Greene, John, Larahirl, Culduff, Co. Donegal
Larahirl
EGE
Greene, Ryan, Larahirl, Culduff, Co. Donegal
Culduff
AGF
Griffith, Andrew, Meenograve, Ballybofey, Co. Donegal
Altnapaste
HCE
Heraghty, Ciaran, Clooney, Ramelton, Letterkenny, Co. Donegal
Tullyhill
PKF
Kelly, Patrick J, Milbrook, Knock, Ballybofey, Lifford, Co. Donegal Hill Top
DLE
086 0517557, 074 9546318 087 2281792 087 6119618, 074 9145145
Glen Oak
087 6425304
Umricam
086 3700664, 086 8244373, 074 9379389 086 3437919 086 2258243, 749130131 086 4079804 086 6064407, 074 9130416
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AOE DMF
Kilpatrick, Ivor & W.J, The Common, Raphoe, Lifford, Co. Donegal McCauley Patrick, Lismonaghan, Letterkenny, Co. Donegal McDermott, John G, Falmore, Gleneely, Co. Donegal McDevitt, Seamus, Largnalarkin, Cloghan P.O, Lifford, Co. Donegal McFeeley, Patrick, Bootagh, Lecamey, Carndonagh, Co. Donegal McGee, Darren, Ballyheerin, Fanad, Letterkenny, Co. Donegal
Bootagh Mulroy
DGI
McGee, John, Massinass, Cresslough, Co. Donegal
Muckish
BGI
McGowan, Brendan, 20 Cluain Barron, Ballyshannon, Co. Donegal
Kanather
GRE
McGrath, James, Clarcaricknagun, Donegal Town, Co. Donegal
Collar Rock
EMF
McGrath, Seamus, Clarcaricknagun, Donegal Town, Co. Donegal Clarecarrick
IVI PME JLE SME
Habistown Lismonaghan Largnalarkin
IUI
McHugh Bros, Speenogue, Burt, Lifford, Co. Donegal
Speenogue
UJI
McHugh Shane, Figart, Dunfanaghy, Co. Donegal
Figart
MHF JHI
McHugh Stephen, Summy, Portnoo, Co. Donegal McKane, James H, Whitehill, Killygordon, Co. Donegal
Summy Whitehill
IKI
McKeague Bros, A.I.G & J, The Knock, Culduff, Co. Donegal
Knock
BKE
McKeague, Billy, Glebe, Culduff, Co. Donegal
Churchview
KXI
McKeague, Stuart, Claggan, Culduff, Co. Donegal
Claggan
MDE
McLaughlin, Michael, Lagacurry, Isle of Doagh, Clonmany, Co. Donegal McLaughlin, Rodney, Clara, Isle of Doagh, Clonmany, Co. Donegal
Ballandavoe
087 9806968, 074 9145671 074 9128892 086 2020734 086 1997030, 074 9133953 086 3510164, 086 3909598, 087 2285654, 074 9138028 086 8465809 087 9430089, 074 9722942 087 9430089, 074 9722942 086 0812461, 074 9368355 087 9512411, 074 9136273 086 3774817 074 9149198 086 8164127, 074 9379130 074 9379108 086 8189043, 074 9379108 086 8935176
ADE
McLoone, Declan, Lr. Main Street, Glenties, Co. Donegal
Andross
ADF
McLoone, John, Tullyard Road, Glenties, Co. Donegal
Tullyard
PBF HVE
Tawney Cashel Hill Labbadish
087 2389607
YPI
Mallon, Paul, Tawney, Kilmacrennan, Letterkenny, Co. Donegal Mooney, Hughie & Cathal, Brackey, Ardara, Co. Donegal Moore, Isobel, Labbadish, Manorcunningham, Letterkenny, Co. Donegal Murray, Danny, Billary, Pettigo, Co. Donegal
086 1002983, 074 9376192 086 3627292, 074 9551434 086 3627292, 749151790 086 1018516 087 9621642
Billary Hill
NVI
Myles, Neville, Legaltion, Ballyshannon, Co. Donegal
Silver Hill
071 9861625 086 1555599, 071 9851763
EXI
IMF
SPF SRE RUE SSE
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Parke, Stewart & Scott, Glenkeerin, Glenmaquin, Letterkenny, Co. Donegal Robinson, Seamus, Goldrum, Termon, Co. Donegal Russell, Kyle, The Glebe, Churchill, Letterkenny, Co. Donegal Simms, Stephen, Belault South, Pettigo, Co. Donegal
Clara
Glenkeerin
087 2393396,
Goldrum Gartan Belault South
087 2462950 087 6204066
SJI
Stewart, John, Roughan, Ramelton, Letterkenny, Co. Donegal
Roughan
KAF Sweeney, Mark, Cloughwilly, Lettermacedward, Co. Donegal WME Ward, Michael, Figart, Dunfanaghy, Co. Donegal
White Hollow Muroe
RWI
Wilson, Andrew & Richard, Shannagh, Raphoe, Co. Donegal
Shannagh
GWF
Wray, Gary, Drumlask, Donegal P.O, Co. Donegal
Hastings
NBF
Brennan, Niall, Newtownard, Grange, Co.Sligo
Grangehill
XWI
Brennan, Walter, Monard, Mayo Abbey, Claremorris, Co. Mayo
Monard
JBE
Burke, John, St. Anthony’s, Curraghmore, Ballinrobe, Co. Mayo
Curraghmore
LII
Coen, Liam, Lehinch, Hollymount, Co. Mayo
Lehinch
KCE
Conway, Gerry, Kilsallagh, Westport, Co. Mayo
Kilsallagh
LCI
Coyne, Paul, Rathgranaher, Cloghan’s Hill, Tuam, Co.Galway
Miller
AAF
Doherty, James Martin, 1 Gortmellia Upper, Barnatra, Ballina, Co. Mayo
Broadhaven
DII
Donnelly, Anthony, Ballyglass, Scarduane, Claremorris, Co. Mayo Ballyglass
SZE LFF SFF CGE XGE DRE GAE
Dorran, Stuart, High Park House, Dromard, Co.Sligo Feeney, Liam, Cranmore, Partry, Claremorris, Co. Mayo Finn, Stephen, Hazelhill, Ballyhaunis, Co. Mayo Gallagher, Christopher, Pullagh, Lavagh, Ballymote, Co.Sligo Gallagher, John, Ballinlough, Westport, Co. Mayo Gallagher, Declan, Sandyhill, Westport, Co. Mayo Gallagher, Joseph, Carrowcarden, Enniscrone, Co.Sligo
Pairc Ard Cranmore Milebush Pullagh Bocullin Carraig Aris Champion
GAI
Gallagher, Ronan, Carrowcarden, Enniscrone, Co.Sligo
Enniscrone
GBE RBF RHF SHF
Garrivan, James, Belclare, Westport, Co. Mayo Handel, Rebecca, Threen, Castlebaldwin, Co.Sligo Henry, Ross, Munninane, Grange, Co.Sligo Herity, Shane, Ballineden, Ballinful, Magherow, Co.Sligo
Clew Bay Threen Benview Atlantic View
HGE
Higgins, Jonathon, Leekfield, Skreen, Co.Sligo
Avondale
AIE DKF JKE KKF
Keane, Shane, Cloineshill, Newport, Co. Mayo Keane, David, Cloineshill, Newport, Co. Mayo Kelly, John, Shraigh East, Bunnahowen, Ballina, Co. Mayo Killilea, Kevin & Tom, Bothaul, Meelick, Swinford, Co. Mayo
Glenalainn Glenvale Bothar Bui Meelick
MIE
Lally, Michael, Macecrump, Belmullet, Co. Mayo
Macecrump
AQI
McAndrew, Thomas, Tallagh Hill, Belmullet, Co. Mayo
Massvilla
087 1277884, 074 9151077 087 6916639 086 8753023 087 2286809, 074 9145440
Mayo/Sligo/Leitrim 087 3271158 086 8185612, 094 9365312 087 6145447, 087 2872674, 094 9540241 087 6727002, 098 66265 086 8796346, 093 33344 085 7373992, 097 84120 087 2632711, 094 9364136 086 8411276, 087 2497359, 086 3838777, 071 9185897 087 2820588, 087 2883709 096 36408 087 9837107, 096 36408 086 3391071 086 1716661 087 2147148 089 4939932 087 1334434, 071 9166798 087 7568576 087 7831017 087 6194250 086 4070628, 097 81203 097 82264
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PTI
McDermott, PJ, Corrembla, Ballina, Co. Mayo
Seefinagher
FMF
McMorrow, Frankie, Kilmore, Dowra, Carrick on Shannon, Co. Leitrim
Kilmore
TNE
McNamara, Joe, Tooreen Road, Louisburgh, Co. Mayo
Toureen's Pride
DEE
McManamon, Daire & Enda, Derrylahan, Newport, Co. Mayo
Derrylahan
OME
McTernan, Oisin, Donaghmore, Manorhamilton, Co. Leitrim
Mulkaun
AME
Moore, Michael, Clogher, Westport, Co. Mayo
Druminawoonagh
GOE
O’Dowd Gerry, Carrowreagh, Ballymote, Co.Sligo
Carrowreagh
TOE
O’Haire, Tommy, Letterlough, Newport, Co. Mayo
Letterlough
PYE TSF MPE
Rooney, Peter, Friarstown, Dromahair, Co. Leitrim Siggins, Trevor, Ardtrasna Hse, Ballinful, Co.Sligo Staunton, Mark, Rosskeen, Newport, Co. Mayo
Friarstown
XTI
Staunton, Pat, Cappaduff, Tourmakeady, Co. Mayo
Tourmakeady
ESF
Sweeney, Emmet, Quigabar, Enniscrone, Co.Sligo
Quigabar
EWI
Walsh, Liam, Rathroen, Ballina, Co. Mayo
Ballybrooney
MWF Walsh, Martin, Carrandulla, Swinford, Co. Mayo
Rosskeen
Carrandulla
086 3260942, 096 45050
087 7606251, 098 66440 086 8422386, 086 2473968, 071 9855303 087 9933888, 098 28513 071 9183396 087 7838858, 098 42744 086 0867143, 087 2117291 086 8410234 087 3125209, 094 9544062 087 6847954, 096 37885 086 2622547, 096 75915 087 2256541,
North East EBE BIE
Bailey, Ellen, Culcommon, Batterstown, Co. Meath Bird, Kenneth, Mill Farm, Dunlever, Trim, Co. Meath
Baileys Mill Farm
BMI
Bird, Michael, Dunlever House, Trim, Co. Meath
Dunlever
VYI
Canty, John, Pubblestown, Kildalkey, Co. Meath
Clover Hill
CQI
Clarke, Alex, Alepat, Boyerstown, Navan, Co. Meath
Alepat
CII
Clarke, Charles Jnr, Mullaghrafferty, Carrickmacross, Co. Monaghan
Mullaghrafferty
OCE
Clarke, Ornaith, Alepat, Boyerstown, Navan, Co. Meath
Trojan
CIF PCF
Craig, Aidan & David, Ballyboggan, Clonard, Co. Meath Crowe, Philip, Lisonanagh, Carrigan, CO. Cavan
Clonard Powerful
DLI
Dolan, Terry, Cloneyfad, Oldcasle, Co. Meath
Castle
ABF
Daly, Eddie, Clonmahon, Summerhill, Co. Meath Donohoe, John & Michael, Druninisclin, Crosserlough, CO. Cavan
Clonmahon
JEE
Crosserlough
PFI
Farrell, Pat & Barry, Oberstown, Tara, Co. Meath
Oberstown
ZGI
Gibbons, Peter, Macetown, Tara, Co. Meath
Macetown
142
086 8216971 086 3238416, 086 9965239, 046 9436735 086 8312817, 046 9435219 087 8171037, 046 9027418 086 8243826, 042 9692880 087 9149540, 046 9027418 087 2680400, 086 0743931, 086 4019440, 049 8541140 087 2429335, 087 9924840, 049 4336414 086 2615661, 046 9025090 087 2077560,
HKF QPI
Kierans, Eugene Thomas, Edengora, Tierworker, Kells, Co. Meath Kiernan, Seamus & Therese, Clonlohan, Kilcogy, Co. Cavan, via Longford Kirkham, Brian, Drumsillagh, Drumconrath, Navan, Co. Meath Leonard, Patrick, Glassdrummond, Smithboro, Co. Monaghan
Geordie Glassdrummond
NSE
Martin, Nigel, Mullinacross, Smithboro, Co. Monaghan
Corcreaghy
CMF JQE JUE
McCann, Conor, Glenmore, Riverstown, Dundalk, Co. Louth McCann, John, Glenmore, Riverstown, Dundalk, Co. Louth McDermott, Justin, Aughnacreevy, Killeshandra, CO. Cavan
Glenmore Cleggan Creevy
PDE
McDonnell, Paul, Ellinure, Newbliss, Co. Monaghan
Ellinure
ZEI
McGee, Sean, Lattagloghan, Crosskeys, CO. Cavan
Navac
MGF
Kilcurry
AMF MLE
McGuinness, Martin, Drumbilla, Kilcurry, Dundalk, Co. Louth McHugh, John & Colm, Cnoc Glas, Lisnashannagh, Carrickmacross, Co. Monaghan McMeel, Amanda, Corry, Emyvale, Co. Monaghan McMeel, Malachy, Corry, Emyvale, Co. Monaghan
Mac’s Forthill
AEF
MacSeain, Gerard, Cherrybank Hse, Cornafean, CO. Cavan
GMS
GMF MUE
Murphy, Garrett, Garvilla, Clougher Head, Co. Louth Murray, Matthew, Essexford, Louth P.O, Dundalk, Co. Louth
Garavilla Corryhill
EOE
O’Sullivan, Eugene, Balgeeth, Ardcath, Co. Meath
Ardcath
PRE
Porter, Robert, Glenboy, Oldcastle, Co. Meath
Glenboy
EQI
Quirke, Enda, Newtown, Hill of Down, Enfield, Co. Meath
Grove
QTI
G, C & M Taylor, c/o Hilton Park, Clones, Co. Monaghan
Finn
CFF
Treanor, Christopher, Davagh, Emyvale, Co. Monaghan
Davagh
ATF
Tubman, A, T & F, Derena, Milltown, Belturbet, CO. Cavan Wehrly, Cayla & Emily, Drumsillagh, Ravensdale, Dundalk, Co. Louth
Derena
Wehrly, John, Ravensdale, Dundalk, Co. Louth
Ravensdale
EKF STE
HUI
WHE ZWI
Edenhill Ardlow
Greenhill
086 8773913, 086 1617982, 049 4336674 041 6854812 086 6636383 086 1701231, 047 57047 086 3688013 086 3837470 086 3707569 086 8922019, 047 54263 086 6046283, 049 4330356 086 2240203 087 6708186, 042 9661712 087 9299370 086 0494822, 494337633 087 1248137 087 6781262 086 2600616, 01 8354753 086 3125361 086 8120065, 046 9546207 086 1930747, 047 56258 087 3502364, 4787479 086 1775657 042 9371744 086 8122485, 042 9371744
Midlands BBI
Bennett, Fiona, Barnacoyle Big, Newcastle, Co. Wicklow
Barnacoyle
PPE
Boylan, Family, Haylands, Blessington, Co. Wicklow
Piper’s Hall
AEE
Brady, James & John, Ashtown, Roundwood, Co. Wicklow
Ashtown
OEI
Brennan, Eamon, Grennan, Attanagh, Portlaoise, Co. Laois
Grennan
BYE
Byrne, Joe, Deputy’s Pass Farm, Glenealy, Co. Wicklow
Foynes
086 6091249, 0404 40132 086 4037301 086 2783684, 086 1728536 086 8759115, 0502 36204 086 8464450
143
CBE GDE AHF
Collison, Brid & Frances, Barna, Dunkerrin, Birr, Co. Offaly Delaney, Gerard, New Inn, Emo, Portlaoise, Co. Laois Hanbridge, Andrew, Winetavern, Stratford on Slaney, Co. Wicklow
Cappakeel
0505 45203 057 8626362
Winetavern
087 2024664
EHF
Hanlon, Eddie,”Dunlon”, Dunbur Upper, Wicklow
Dunlon
THI
Healy, Tom, Blackthorn View, Loughanure, Clane, Co. Kildare
Loughanure
ILI
Kelly, James, 270 Carbury Village, Carbury, Co. Kildare
Castle Kelly Millenium Castlecroft
086 3583158
Cloonsaran
087 9951075
Mountvilla
087 1351609
FRI RYI VRI
Matthews, Brian, Quarrymount House, Killeigh, Co. Offaly Murphy, Grahme & Barry, Woodlands Lodge, Castledermot, Co. Kildare Murphy, William Snr, Sheffield House, Ballylinan, Athy, Co. Kildare Payne Zöe, Mountvilla Farm, Cappanargid, Rathangan, Co. Kildare Ryan, Flor, Lawn, Prosperous, Co. Kildare Ryan, Jackie, Carapiro’, Thomastown, Enfield, Co. Kildare Ryan, Johnny, Graigues, Robertstown, Co. Kildare
872656239, 0404 68230 087 2556069, 045 868529 086 3447137, 046 9553443 057 9344964
Lawn Rotsee Graigues
RJE
Ryan, Joe, The Rath’, Garristown, Co. Dublin
Garristown
SUI
Walsh, Una & Mark, Coolree, Enfield, Co. Meath
Coolree
086 8115560 085 2384281 045 870463 087 4145093, 01 8354469 086 3964914
ZYI TKE
Bradley, Emily, Ashfield Hall, Ballickmoyler, Carlow Ashfield Brazil, Kenneth, Toureen, Ballymacarbry, Clonmel, Co. Waterford Toureen West
DAI
D’Arcy, Patrick, 3 Mill Green, Gorey, Co.Wexford
BME GME IEI ZPF
South East
Ballywilliam
LDE
D’Arcy John & Kathleen, Kilmallock, Ballymurn, Enniscorthy, Co. Wexford Dillon, Liam, Kilclammon, New Ross, Co. Wexford
MDI
Donohoe, John, Ballybur, Cuffesgrange, Co. Kilkenny
GHE HEE
Grothier, Graham, The Grove, Clonegal, Enniscorthy, Co. Wexford Grove Lee Holden, David & Ellen, Kellsgrange, Kells, Kilkenny Garnastan
HNI
Hutchinson, William J, Chapelizod House, Kells, Co. Kilkenny
Chapelizod
MKI
Kelly Michael Reps of the late, Ballinacurra, Carrick on Suir, Co. Waterford
Ballinacurra
ZNE
Kidd, John, Kildavin, Bunclody, Co. Wexford
Treemore
MAF
McCarthy, Maurice, Garrandarragh, Mullinavat, Co.Kilkenny
McCarthys
GCI
McCullagh, Anne, Glenaharry, Bagenalstown, Co. Carlow
Glenrock
XAI
144
059 9147966 052 36327 877579176, 053 9480835
Kilmallock
053 9138541
Kilclammon
086 2567498 087 6775854, 056 7729914 087 7736064 086 2617204 086 2510899, 056 7728023
Ballybur
051 646070 087 2480910, 059 9157869 087 1389778, 51898275 087 2173793, 059 9721479
PXI
Murphy, Anne, Belcarrig, Gorey, Co. Wexford
Foundry
PXE
Murphy, Michael & Aidan, Belcarrig, Gorey, Co. Wexford
Murphy’s
UVI
Neville, John, Brownstown, Murrintown, Co. Wexford
Thornville
PSF
Peria Stud, Patrick O Connell, Racecourse, Tallow, Co. Waterford Peria
TPI
Pollard, Tom, Grawn, Ballingarry, Thurles, Co.Tipperary
Grawn
QJI
Renehan, John, Violet Hill, Johnstown, Co. Kilkenny
Violet Hill
DSF ASI
Sinnot, Michael Jnr, Knockbrandon, Craanford, Gorey, Co. Wexford Stephenson, Ann, Corstown, Kilmanagh, Co. Kilkenny Taylor, John L, Renaghmore, Grange, Barna, Thurles, Co. Tipperary
086 8441144, 053 9383270 087 6634313 087 1204485, 053 9139747 086 8511185 087 6534570, 052 54314 086 8153324, 056 8838775
Knockbrandon
087 1361875
Ringwood
ETE
Tynan Edward, Garrandarragh, Mullinavat, Co.Kilkenny
Garrandarragh
JWF NWF FWF
Walker, Jim, Ballybrennan, Killinick, Co. Wexford Walsh, Niall, Shangarry, Ballingarry, Thurles, Co.Tipperary Whelan, Francis, Horetown, Foulksmills, Co. Wexford Whelan, Thomas, Barmoney, Ballyhogue, Enniscorthy, Co. Wexford
Yoletown Shangarry Horetown
056 7769489 087 2357627, 056 8834412 085 1655538, 051 898429 087 9873264 086 8436269 051 565645
Springbridge
086 6061312
LTI
TWF
Renaghmore
South West EDE
Cronin, Ray, Model Farm, Kilquane, Mourneabbey, Mallow, Co. Cork Doran, Eddie, Ballinard, Fethard, Co. Tipperary,*
087 6325506,
KGE
Fitzgerald, Michael, Knocknagopple, Ballyporeen, Co.Tipperary
Knocknagopple
TFF YGE
Fraher, Thomas, Curraghkilbran, Galbally, Co. Limerick Galtee Mór Gallagher, Eamon & Mikey, Ballinamongree, Glanworth, Co. Cork Ballinamongree
YGI
Gallagher, Mary, Ballinamongree, Glanworth, Co. Cork
String
HOI THE AHI DIE JVE
Holland, Sarah, Rathrout, Ballinadee, Bandon, Co. Cork Holmes, Thomas, Carnane, Corofin, Co. Clare Howard, PJ, Fermoyle, Fanore, Co. Clare Keane, Diarmuid, Grouse Lodge House, Ardagh, Co. Limerick McCarthy, Jerry, Fustane, Kenmare, Co. Kerry
Rathrout Poulnabruckee Elva Grouse Kenmare
JUI
Landers, Patrick, Mountnicholas, Gortnalea, Tralee, Co. Kerry
Gortnalea
SEE
McCarthy, Edward & Sheena, Ballybeg, Buttevant, Co. Cork
Awbeg
NAI
Neenan, Michael, Dromakee, Kilflynn, Tralee, Co. Kerry
Kilflynn
DNE
O’Donoghue, Declan, Droumcarbin, Headford, Killarney, Co. Kerry
Droumcarbin
087 6841342
OKI
O’Keeffe. Arthur & Patrick, Annakisha Hse, Mallow, Co. Cork
Annakisha
086 8135804, 022 26180
RCF
086 8033443 087 2511992, 052 7467123 086 8264156 086 8360059 868360059, 025 38232 021 778028 087 8506028 863179798 087 2450502 086 8748366 087 4144674, 066 9764639 086 2730363 087 2777721, 066 7135412
145
MVE
O’Mahony Robert, Forrestown, Carrigtwohill, Co. Cork
Forresthill
FSE MSF
O’Se, Fergal, Church Cross, Ventry, Tralee, Co. Kerry O’Sullivan, Michael, Cullinagh, Skibereen, Co. Cork
Emlach Sullitex
RWE
Walker, Robert, Kilcurley, Manister, Croom, Co. Limerick
Kilcurley
DWF
Walsh, Dermot J, Knightstown,, Valentia Island, Co. Kerry
Valentia
NBI JBI
Brennan, Alma & Lorraine, Lisgobbin, Roscommon Brennan, John J, Lisgobbin, Roscommon Brooks, John J, Racepark, Taughmaconnell, Ballinasloe, Co. Roscommon Burke, Trevor, Tavanaghmore, Corofin, Cummer, Tuam, Co. Galway
086 8501163, 021 4882108 087 9895475 086 1790568 087 9252310, 061 397340 086 8339549
West
IBI BTE NBE ERE ACF ECE ACE
Byrne, Nicholas, Clare, Oughterard, Co. Galway Cahill, Anthony, Eoghan & Ronan, Cloonard, Castlerea, Co. Roscommon Clarke, Aoghan, Ferriskhill, Mostrim, Co. Longford Campbell, Eric, Vicars, Choroland, Tuam, Co. Galway Carroll, Damien, Ballymulalin, Brideswell, Athlone, Co. Roscommon Carroll, Michael, Ballymulalin, Brideswell, Athlone, Co. Roscommon
Roscommon Lisgobbin
Ferrisk Hill Master
086 8546772 086 8179246 086 8122850, 0906 9683627 086 1606565, 093 41871 087 6993422, 091 552548 086 6080433, 094 9880353 087 6727002 086 0763014
Ballymulalin
086 0563779
Racepark Deburca Weststar Cloonard
FKI
Conlon, Frank, 4, Tennis View, Moate, Co. Westmeath
Assulas
CQE
Cunniffe, Darragh, Horseleap, Tuam, Co. Galway
Horseleap
XVI
Delaney, Seamus, Creemully, Castlcoote, Co. Roscommon
Creemully
MDF AFF BLE LHF BHF
Dwyer, Michael, Donamon, Roscommon, Co. Roscommon Fahy, Aidan, Carrownamona, Tullira, Ardrahan, Co. Galway Fleming, John & Gerry, Brierfield, Ballinasloe, Co. Galway Hamill, Anthony, Curry, Strokestown, Co. Roscommon Hanley, Patrick, Keelogue, Edgeworthstown, Co. Longford Harrington, Breege, Ballinfad House, Ballybeg, Strokestown, Co. Roscommon
Oran Tullira Brierfield Cloonslanor Keeltown
HHE
Haverty, Michael, Dunblaney, Dunmore, Co. Galway
Dunblaney
MHE
Healy, Michael, Doon West, Roscahill, Co. Galway
Doon Hill
GII
Higgins, John Jnr, Belville, Baylin, Athlone, Co. Westmeath
Baylin
PJE CKE
Joyce, Patrick, Cahir, Recess, Co. Galway Keane, Cyril, Ballinamana West, Clarenbridge, Co. Galway Keenan, Bernadette, Ballyfinnegan, Balintober, Castlerea, Co. Roscommon
Recess Maree
086 0638388, 0906 488074 086 3522356, 0906 6481925 087 9895631 087 2076290, 0906 6663347 086 2041815 087 2953295 086 0763027 086 6682322 086 8241920 086 8867525, 071 9633217 087 9000231, 093 38470 087 7830750 087 6849778, 0906 6485921 087 6754357 087 6655701
Shepherds
086 2405456
MCE
FHF
BKF
146
Comer
Harrington
VHE KBF KPE KTE KTF
Kelly, Padraig, Taughboy, Ballyforan, Ballinasloe, Co. Roscommon Kelly, Stephen & Padraig Jnr, Taughboy, Ballyforan, Ballinasloe, Co. Roscommon Kenny, PJ, Liscahill, Edgeworthstown, Co. Longford Kenny, Thomas, Ballinderry, Kilconnell, Ballinasloe, Co. Galway Kenny, Thomas Jnr, Ballinderry, Kilconnell, Ballinasloe, Co. Galway
Heatherview
086 2401527
Kellys
086 2401527
Shantum Hillswood
087 9088320 087 2221322
Curach
086 1966860
AAE MYE
Mulligan, Margaret & Ruth, Mullagh, Castlepollard, Co. Westmeath Mullin Bros, Derreen, Kilkerrin, Ballinasloe, Co. Galway Murphy, Martin, Ballykeeran Big, Athlone, Co. Westmeath
Kilkerrin Montybally
MYI
Murphy, Michael, Moneen, Cummer, Tuam, Co. Galway
Tysaxon
WMI
Murray, Michael, Lisfduff, Mount Talbot, Co. Roscommon
Derrinlerig
PNE
Niland, Gerard, Chessy, Kinvara, Co. Galway
Niland’s
PNI
Niland, Padraic, Chessy, Kinvara, Co. Galway
Chessy
HNE
Noble, Harry, Kilcoursey House, Edgeworthstown, Co. Longford
Noble
XNI
Noble, Mark, Kilcoursey House, Edgeworthstown, Co. Longford
Kilcoursey
FGE JTE
O’ Dowd Brian & Dermot, Croghan, Boyle, Co. Roscommon Swift, Jack, Ballyhiague, Williamstown, Co. Galway
Forge Ballyhiague
FTI
Teagasc c/o Henry Walsh, Research Centre, Athenry, Co. Galway Foras
FTE
Thornton, Fintan, Gortenaire, Tynagh, Loughrea, Co. Galway
Tynagh
QYI
Turley, Enda, Newbridge, Fardrum, Athlone, Co. Westmeath Warde, Gerard, Windfield Road, Menlough, Ballinasloe, Co. Galway Whelan, Declan, Lisnagree, Caltra, Ballinasloe, Co. Galway
Newbridge
087 9430535, 091 799058 091 552430 087 9832392, 091 842420 086 3276061, 0906 623303 087 2308642, 044 61314 086 8067219 087 6325371 087 6993411, 093 41380 087 2728295, 0906 623412 086 3797349, 091 635148 087 2898357, 091 635148 043 3371281 087 6146964, 043 3371281 086 1966079 089 4252449 091 845847, 091 845845 087 2220639, 0909 74557 0906 430272
Skehana
085 2801426
Lisnagree
086 2689543
GKE
Killilea Gerry, Gregcarragh, Claregalway, Co. Galway
Carragh
KJE
Kyne, Niall, Moyvoon, Oughterard, Co. Galway
Moyvoon
LPI
Lyons, Pat, Turoe, Bullaun, Loughrea, Co. Galway
Turoe
JMI
Mee, Donal, Coolderry, Four Roads, Co. Roscommon
Coolderry
UXI
WAF DWE
Mullagh
147
Membership Information & Fees
New members must have 5 Pedigree Registered females before they can accepted as members of the Society.
Membership application forms can be obtained from: The Secretary, Irish Texel Sheep Society, Kellistown Farm, Kellistown Carlow. Alternatively forms can be downloaded from www.irishtexel.com. All applications for membership should be made before the 31st December so that lambs born the following Spring are eligible for registration with the Society. Applications received after the 31st December will not eligible to enter Society sales the following Autumn. All lambs must be birth notified as follows; Lambplus members April 30th, non Lambplus members 30th June. Lambs not birth notified by this date cannot be registered with the Society, and therefore are ineligible to be sold in Society sales.
Costs: Entrance Fee Annual Membership Book of Birth Notification Forms
€65.00 €50.00 €20.00
2013 Registration Fees Every Ewe mated fee before 31st October Ewe Lamb & Hogget Registration Ram Registration Imported Ewe Reg (incl N.I ) Imported Ram Reg (incl N.I)
€5.00 (€10 thereafter) €10.00 €20.00 €15.00 €35.00
New breeders should generally buy their foundation stock at Society Sales held during the months of August, September and October. All sheep sold through these sales have been passed by Society Inspectors as being properly notched, identified and as having no inherent faults. If breeders purchase stock privately form other breeders either in Ireland, Northern Ireland or Britain they should ensure that they are notched and identified properly. Pedigree stock should be free from obvious faults, such as wrong mouths, bad legs, black patches on the wool or brown hair on the head and legs. Such privately bought sheep will be liable to inspection and if considered unsuitable, will be removed from the Society flock book. All flock owners are actively encouraged to participate in the Lambplus breed improvement scheme run by Sheep Ireland. All members of the Society are automatic members of Sheep Ireland as the Irish Texel Sheep Society are using the online flock book and database facilities of Sheep Ireland. On joining the Society, each new breeder is assigned their own unique 3 letter flock code. New flock codes are also given a prefix usually of the breeder’s choice. This flock code and prefix are unique for each flock and are used in naming any rams born into the flock. 148
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Application Form for Membership
Name:......................................................................................................................................... Address:...................................................................................................................................... ................................................................................................................................................... Tel No ...................................................... Mobile....................................................................... I am the owner of 5 Pedigree Registered Females and I would like to apply for membership and a €1 share in the above named Society. I hereby to abide by the Rules of the Society, make payments as required and otherwise to be bound thereby. Applications need to be received by Society Secretary prior to 31st December in the year of application, so flocks can be established prior to lambs being born and also for the breeder to be eligible for participation in the following year’s Society Sales. Please register my flock under the prefix* First Choice:................................................................................................................................ Second Choice:........................................................................................................................... *Farm name or first line of address usually taken as prefix Signature:................................................................................................................................... Date:...........................................................................................................................................
Terms of Membership €65 Entrance Fee & €50 Annual Membership Fee = €115 (Other fees may be payable, contact Society Secretary) Details of Ewes & Rams owned must be submitted with application
This form should be completed, signed and sent to: The Secretary Irish Texel Sheep Society Kellistown Farm, Kellistown, Carlow 149
Advertisers Index Breeders Adverts
Baileys Texels. ................................................................... Ellen Bailey........................................................................................... 120 Dunlever & Millfarm Texels........................................Michael & Kenneth Bird. .................................................................. 51 Lisgobbin & Roscommon. ...........................................John, Alma & Lorraine Brennan................................................. 101 Monard Texels.................................................................. Walter Brennan. ................................................................................ 104 Race Park Texels. ............................................................. John D Brooks........................................................................................ 83 Clover Hill Texels.............................................................. John Canty............................................................................................... 27 Garmgour, Teiglum & Clarks......................................J&H Clark.................................................................................................. 28 Alepat & Trojan................................................................ Alex & Patricia Clarke......................................................................... 99 Mullaghrafferty Texels..................................................Charlie Clarke Jr................................................................................. 114 Lehinch Texels................................................................... Liam & David Coen........................................................................... 113 Miller Texels....................................................................... Paul Coyne. .......................................................................................... 131 Powerful Texels................................................................ Philip Crowe .......................................................................................... 82 Oberstown Texels............................................................Pat & Barry Farrell .............................................................................. 62 String & Ballinamongree Texels...............................Mary, Michael & Eamon Gallagher............................................. 93 Chessy & Nilands Texels...............................................Padraic & Gerard Niland................................................................... 29 Glenalainn & Glenvale Texels....................................David & Shane Keane . ...................................................................... 55 Gortatlea Texels............................................................... Patrick Landers...................................................................................... 46 Greenhill Texels................................................................ John & Colm McHugh........................................................................ 79 Derrylahan Texels............................................................Dáire & Enda McManamon......................................................... 115 Tysaxon Flock.................................................................... Michael Murphy................................................................................... 55 Kilflynn Texels. .................................................................. Michael Neenan................................................................................... 46 Noble & Kilcoursy Pedigrees. ....................................Harry & Mark Noble........................................................................ 100 Annakisha Texels............................................................. Arthur & Patrick O'Keeffe................................................................ 74 Emlach Texels.................................................................... Fergal Ó Sé. ..................................................................................... 68, 69 Ryan Texels......................................................................... Flor, Jackie & Johnny Ryan . ............................................................ 67
Club Adverts
Co Wexford Sheep Breeders Association............................................................................................................................... 119 Donegal Texel Breeders. .................................................................................................................................................................... 92 Northern Ireland Texels. ................................................................................................................................................................. 105 West Region Texel Club................................................................................................................................................................... 133
Commercial Adverts
Agri-Tags.................................................................................................................................................................................................... 59 Animax Tracesure. ................................................................................................................................................................................ 47 Blessington Livestock Mart.............................................................................................................................................................. 24 Bord Bia..................................................................................................................................................................................................... 34 British Texel Society............................................................................................................................................................................. 60 Caltech Crystalyx................................................................................................................................................................................... 33 Chanelle..................................................................................................................................................................................................... 40 Connolly's Red Mills. ........................................................................................................................................................................... 30 Cormac Tagging. .................................................................................................................................................................................... 38 Farm Wardrobe...................................................................................................................................................................................... 39 Farmers Journal..................................................................................................................................................................................... 63 FRS Network............................................................................................................................................................................................ 52 Glengoyne Genetics. ........................................................................................................................................................................... 56 Innovis........................................................................................................................................................................................................ 78 MSD – Heptavac-P plus................................................................................................................................................................... 135 Pro Star Genetics. ................................................................................................................................................................................. 13 Univet – Lambthrive............................................................................................................................................. inside back cover Volac Lamlac............................................................................................................................................................................................ 44
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