The Tooperang Beef Cattle stud will be selling by Helmsman AuctionsPlus
Offering 26 phenotypically sound bulls that perform well in hard conditions utilising leading genetics. Including bulls sired by Varilek Geddes (S sons), Sterling Pacific (4 sons), 38 Special (3 sons), Renegade, Elevation, TeMania Kallibrook & Mordent, Tooperangus Romulus. Stud and commercial Speckle bulls will also be on offer.
INSPECTION DAY
COMMENCEMENT DATE CLOSING DATE
SUNDAY TUESDAY
9TH FEBRUARY 9AM-4PM 11TH FEBRUARY 5PM
WEDNESDAY 12TH FEBRUARY 5PM
72 LAKEVIEW ROAD, TOOPERANG, SA
Sire verified. Genomic and semen tested. Vaccinated & vet checked.
Tony Wetherall Elders stud stock I 0427 390 001
Danny Reynolds Elders Strathalbyn I 0419 952 720
David Misan 0414 804 821
Ben Dennis 0438 109 622
WELCOME
We welcome visitors to attend our 2025 Beef Week Open Day on Sunday 9th Feb, 9am-4pm. The Tooperang Beef Cattle stud will again be selling by Helmsman auction, to be held online through Auctions Plus from 5pm Tuesday 11th – 5pm Wednesday 12th February.
Tooperang Beef Cattle consists of two farming properties both located in the heart of the Fleurieu Peninsula. The stud is located at our 800-acre Mt Observation property, nestled in the high country of Tooperang where we produce phenotypically sound bulls that perform well in hard conditions utilising leading genetics. We aim for easy calving cattle with high growth, marbling and top Angus Breeding indexes suitable for self-replacing herds focussing on fertile females with good milk production (herd average is top 15% for breed). Tooperangus BC Stud produces stud rising 2yo bulls, mixed sex weaner and yearling cattle including PTIC heifers. We also breed a small number of Speckle Park cattle, both stud and commercial.
Establishing our cow herd, we initially focused on TeMania bloodlines, incorporating genetic influences from other leading Australian studs including Coolana, Stoney Point and Granite Ridge. We now breed predominantly from our own bred stud cow herd retaining the best stud heifers, utilising the latest AI techniques and leading Australian/ International donor sires.
This year’s line-up includes 21 black angus bulls sired by: Varilek Geddes (5 sons), Sterling Pacific (4 sons), Baldridge 38 Special (3 sons), De-Su Renegade, Montana Elevation, Te Mania Kallibrook, Te Mania Mordent and our own home bred sire Tooperangus Romulus.
Vision
To produce phenotypically sound bulls that perform well in hard conditions utilising leading genetics.
Philosophy
We aim for easy calving cattle with high growth and marbling, and top Angus Breeding Indexes suitable for self-replacing herds, focussing on fertile females with good udders and milk production.
Our self-replacing commercial herd is geared to low birth weight unassisted calving, with high growth weaners that are turned off anywhere from 7-10 months depending on the season. These weaners make great re-stockers suitable for growing out or destined for feedlots. The females are marketed as future breeders and grown out and sold PTIC.
We aim for a live calf every year from our breeders with any animals not reaching our strict criteria and empties culled annually. Heifers are mated at 14-16 months of age with a mating weight of a minimum of 350kg. All cows must fall pregnant during a fixed winter mating season and deliver a live calf unassisted the following Autumn.
All our bulls are examined by our cattle veterinarian annually, including palpation and measurement of the scrotal sac. All bulls are semen tested prior to sale with full morphological analysis completed and any bulls not making the grade on any count are culled.
Bull Testing
All bulls have been independently structurally assessed and scanned by Mr Ben Glatz.
Also on show is our exciting new stud herd bull - Granite Ridge Tartan T531 - used solely in this year’s stud joining. We are excited to see his first offspring hit the ground this Autumn. A very smoothly made safe bull with length and presence, very correct with balance and a sire’s outlook. Sired by Varilek Geddes out of GR Black Bird Q150 (daughter of GR Kaiser, Black Bird Q150 is a highly regarded donor female at Granite Ridge).
Tartan semen is available for sale in conjunction with the Granite Ridge Stud who have retained a 50% interest in semen rights for this outstanding new sire.
Coorain farm is our second property, located in the hills of Port Elliot overlooking the sea. A mixed herd of commercial and Ex-stud red and black Angus is run for the domestic weaner market utilizing our own stud bulls.
With 200 plus breeders and 960 acres of fertile land, our locally bred beef cattle are raised stress free, naturally farmed and grass fed using sustainable land management practices. Under the watchful eye of stud manager Ben Dennis (B.Ag.), Tooperang Beef Cattle continues to build on its enviable reputation on the South Coast.
David Misan STUD PRINCIPAL
Health
All our animals receive the following:
• 7 in 1 vaccine at marking followed by a second dose in the first year and then annually.
• All bulls are ear notched and tested for Pestivirus (BVDV) and vaccinated annually.
• All bulls are vaccinated for Vibriosis annually.
• All animals are drenched for worms and lice twice a year or as required.
• All animals also receive Vitamin B12 with Selenium or Multimin annually.
Guarantee
All our sale bulls are guaranteed for one breeding season for structural soundness, fertility and service. Any bull failing this guarantee will be replaced or bull cost only refunded less salvage value. A veterinary certificate is required.
• All our sale bulls have been vet checked and semen tested prior to sale.
• All bulls are pedigree free of genetic disorders and genomic tested.
• All stud bulls carry 3 forms of identification: NLIS, management tag and cattle brand.
• We are JBAS 6 and Independently assessed as very low risk for One Biosecurity in SA.
We are accredited by Meat Standards Australia and Livestock Production Assurance program.
Understanding the TransTasman Angus Cattle Evaluation (TACE)
What is the TransTasman Angus Cattle Evaluation?
The TransTasman Angus Cattle Evaluation is the genetic evaluation program adopted by Angus Australia for Angus and Angus influenced beef cattle. The TransTasman Angus Cattle Evaluation uses Best Linear Unbiased Prediction (BLUP) technology to produce Estimated Breeding Values (EBVs) of recorded cattle for a range of important production traits (e.g. weight, carcase, fertility).
The TransTasman Angus Cattle Evaluation is an international genetic evaluation and includes pedigree, performance and genomic information from the Angus Australia and Angus New Zealand databases, along with selected information from the American and Canadian Angus Associations.
The TransTasman Angus Cattle Evaluation utilises a range of genetic evaluation software, including the internationally recognised BLUPF90 family of programs, and BREEDPLAN® beef genetic evaluation analytical software, as developed by the Animal Genetics and Breeding Unit (AGBU), a joint institute of NSW Agriculture and the University of New England, and Meat and Livestock Australia Limited (MLA).
What is an EBV?
An animal’s breeding value can be defined as its genetic merit for each trait. While it is not possible to determine an animal’s true breeding value, it is possible to estimate it. These estimates of an animal’s true breeding value are called EBVs (Estimated Breeding Values).
EBVs are expressed as the difference between an individual animal’s genetics and a historical genetic level (i.e. group of animals) within the TACE genetic evaluation, and are reported in the units in which the measurements are taken.
Using EBVs to Compare the Genetics of Two Animals
TACE EBVs can be used to estimate the expected difference in the genetics of two animals, with the expected difference equating to half the difference in the EBVs of the animals, all other things being equal (e.g. they are joined to the same animal/s).
For example, a bull with a 200 Day Growth EBV of +60 would be expected to produce progeny that are, on average, 10 kg heavier at 200 days of age than a bull with a 200 Day Growth EBV of +40 kg (i.e. 20
kg difference between the sire’s EBVs, then halved as the sire only contributes half the genetics).
Or similarly, a bull with an IMF EBV of +3.0 would be expected to produce progeny with on average, 1% more intramuscular fat in a 400 kg carcase than a bull with a IMF EBV of +1.0 (i.e. 2% difference between the sire’s EBVs, then halved as the sire only contributes half the genetics).
Using EBVs to Benchmark an Animal’s Genetics with the Breed
EBVs can also be used to benchmark an animal’s genetics relative to the genetics of other Angus or Angus infused animals recorded with Angus Australia. To benchmark an animal’s genetics relative to other Angus animals, an animal’s EBV can be compared to the EBV reference tables, which provide:
• the breed average EBV
• the percentile bands table
The current breed average EBV is listed on the bottom of each page in this publication, while the current EBV reference tables are included at the end of these introductory notes.
For easy reference, the percentile band in which an animal’s EBV ranks is also published in association with the EBV.
Considering Accuracy
An accuracy value is published with each EBV, and is usually displayed as a percentage value immediately below the EBV.
The accuracy value provides an indication of the reliability of the EBV in estimating the animal’s genetics (or true breeding value), and is an indication of the amount of information that has been used in the calculation of the EBV.
EBVs with accuracy values below 50% should be considered as preliminary or of low accuracy, 50-74% as of medium accuracy, 75-90% of medium to high accuracy, and 90% or greater as high accuracy.
Description of TACE EBVs
EBVs are calculated for a range of traits within TACE, covering calving ease, growth, fertility, maternal performance, carcase merit, feed efficiency and structural soundness. A description of each EBV included in this publication is provided on the following page.
UNDERSTANDING ESTIMATED BREEDING VALUES (EBVS)
CEDir %
CEDtrs %
GL days
BW kg
200 Day kg
400 Day kg
600 Day kg
MCH cm
MBC score
MCW kg
Milk kg
DtC days
SS cm
CWT kg
EMA cm2
Rib Fat mm
P8 Fat mm
RBY %
IMF %
NFI-F kg/day
Genetic differences in the ability of a sire’s calves to be born unassisted from 2 year old heifers.
Genetic differences in the ability of a sire’s daughters to calve unassisted at 2 years of age.
Genetic differences between animals in the length of time from the date of conception to the birth of the calf.
Genetic differences between animals in calf weight at birth.
Genetic differences between animals in live weight at 200 days of age due to genetics for growth.
Genetic differences between animals in live weight at 400 days of age.
Genetic differences between animals in live weight at 600 days of age.
Genetic differences between animals in the height of mature females.
Genetic differences between animals in the body condition of mature females.
Genetic differences between animals in live weight of cows at 5 years of age.
Genetic differences between animals in live weight at 200 days of age due to the maternal contribution of its dam.
Genetic differences between animals in the time from the start of the joining period (i.e. when the female is introduced to a bull) until subsequent calving.
Genetic differences between animals in scrotal circumference at 400 days of age.
Genetic differences between animals in hot standard carcase weight at 750 days of age.
Genetic differences between animals in eye muscle area at the 12/13th rib site in a 400 kg carcase.
Genetic differences between animals in fat depth at the 12/13th rib site in a 400 kg carcase.
Genetic differences between animals in fat depth at the P8 rump site in a 400 kg carcase.
Genetic differences between animals in boned out saleable meat from a 400 kg carcase.
Genetic differences between animals in intramuscular fat (marbling) at the 12/13th rib site in a 400 kg carcase.
Genetic differences between animals in feed intake at a standard weight and rate of weight gain when animals are in a feedlot finishing phase.
Doc % Genetic differences between animals in temperament.
Claw Set score Genetic differences in claw set structure (shape and evenness of claws).
Foot Angle score Genetic differences in foot angle (strength of pastern, depth of heel).
Higher EBVs indicate fewer calving difficulties in 2 year old heifers.
Higher EBVs indicate fewer calving difficulties in 2 year old heifers.
Lower EBVs indicate shorter gestation length.
Lower EBVs indicate lighter birth weight.
Higher EBVs indicate heavier live weight.
Higher EBVs indicate heavier live weight.
Higher EBVs indicate heavier live weight.
Higher EBVs indicate taller mature females.
Higher EBVs indicate more body condition of mature females.
Leg Angle score Genetic differences in rear leg structure when viewed from the side (angle at front of the hock). Lower EBVs indicate a less angular leg angle.
$A $
$A-L $
Genetic differences between animals in net profitability per cow joined in a typical commercial self replacing herd using Angus bulls. This selection index is not specific to a particular market end-point, but identifies animals that will improve overall net profitability in the majority of commercial, self replacing, grass and grain finishing beef production systems.
The $A-L index is similar to the $A index but is modelled on a production system where feed is surplus to requirements for the majority of the year, or the cost of supplying additional feed when animal feed requirements increase is low. While the $A aims to maintain mature cow weight, the $A-L does not aim to limit the increase in mature cow weight as there is minimal cost incurred if the feed maintenance requirements of the female breeding herd increase as a result of selection decisions.
ABOU T 75 agriculture students were given a chance to arn the basics of beef cattle preparation and showing at the Mount Gambier Showground on Wednesday and Thursday last week
South East Cattle Handling Workshop spokesperson Danielle Tulak said the two-day program, which has been running for more than 30 years, was a "good taster" to see if the students wanted to be part of their school's led eer teams
It was also good timing with many of the schools receiving their led steers to put on feed during the school holidays for the Royal Adeide and Melbourne Shows and Mount Gambier Show competitions
"It might be another two months before they can lead steer at school, but this is really good opportunity to get hands on and get started," she said.
"In the past it has been a mixed bag of students' experience with cattle, but this year we said it was really for those who have been to one show or none."
TOOPERANG OPEN DAY
Sunday 9th February
9am - 4pm
The students from eight South East and western Vic secondary schools participated in hands on sessions on structure, washing and blow drying, clipping and ringcraft. A new session delivered by Lauren Harvey from Creek Livestock was animal behaviour and how to safely work animals through the yards, while Keith-based stock
agent Nick van den Berg explained junior judging and the art of comparison through fruit and eggs Committee member
Nicole Muller explained some of finer points of show
etiquette and Elders Mount Gambier's Ted Redemski spoke about nutrition.
Mr van den Berg and Performance Feeds territory sales manager Geordie Elliott provided an insight into steer and carcase assessment.
Ms Tulak says the workshop is a great opportunity for participants to see the diverse range of careers on offer and network with some of these people
"There are so many jobs, if we can tunnel some of them into it, " she said.
"It may not be for a long time before they are looking, but it is at least giving them a taster and keeping them interested in agriculture."
The winner of the Chalon Encouragement award was Alice McKenzie from Naracoorte High School.
As part of her prize, she will receive a scholarship sponsored by the Midfield Group to attend the SA Junior Heifer Expo at the Adelaide Showground in July next year
Kingston Community School took out the junior judging competition.
ON DISPLAY
The other schools which participated in the workshop were Grant High School, Lucindale Area School, Allendale East Area School, Good Shepherd College, Hamilton, Vic, Bordertown High School and Keith Area School.
GRANITE Ridge Angus stud, Avenue Range, has sold an outstanding spring 2022-drop bull for $33,000 in a private sale to Fleurieu Peninsula stud Tooperangus Beef
The ET-bred bull, Granite Ridge Tartan T531, was one of their last sons of US bull Varilek Geddes 7068 - a stud had who has bred so well for them
Tartan was out of their elite flush female, Blackbird, who was a daughter of Granite Ridge Kaiser, a bull sold for $52,000 in 2016 - the SA Angus record at the time
Granite Ridge stud principal Scott Finlay said the bull had always been earmarked to be retained.
"Phenotypically he has always been a brilliant bull, always pulls up square and very structurally sound, we have a lot of time for her mother, which is why we are trying to flush her and get a heap more on the ground."
Elders southern region livestock manager Laryn Gogel, who negotiated the deal, said Tooperangus stud's David Misan had spotted Tartan when they were inspecting a mob at Granite Ridge look-
ing at semen sires.
"I knew that Scott had always put the bull off to one side and thought a lot of him," he said.
Mr Gogel said it was good to know Tartan would be spread over a couple of herds, with Granite Ridge retaining a semen interest and marketing interest in the bull.
"He is a bull with a lot of genetic power and where David is at, he will really complement that soundness they (Tooperangus) have in their female line," he said.
Border town High School's Georgia Glynn prac tises in the ringcraf t session. Pictures by Catherine Miller
Naracoor te High School student Alice McKenzie learns how to wash an animal.
Lucindale Area School's Toby Auld got on well with his animal in the parading session.
Granite Ridge stud principal Scot t Finlay with Tooperang Beef manager Ben Denis and stud principal David Misan with Granite Ridge Tartan T5 31 Picture supplied
Sire: SYRR67 TOOPERANGUS BC ROMULUS R67PV Dam: VTMP1443 TE MANIA LOWAN P1443SV
TE MANIA MAGUIRE M271SV
TE MANIA LOWAN P365PV
TE MANIA LOWAN L422PV
January 2025 TransTasman Angus Cattle Evaluation
Raw Data
Structural Scores
AYRVALE BARTEL E7PV
TE MANIA LOWAN J372#
TE MANIA LOWAN C588#
Traits Observed:
Scan(EMA,Rib,Rump,IMF), Structure(Claw Set x 1, Foot Angle x 1),Genomics
Out of our own Tooperangus Romulus and a TeMania Dam. This LBW bull is top 7% IMF with a long body and sleek shoulders, making for easy calving. Touch white in front of scrotum.
ANGUS BULLS
Lot 17
DOB: 17/4/2023 Registration
TOOPERANGUS BC UNRIVALLED U55PV SYR23U55
TE MANIA JOLSON J1337PV
TE MANIA NOLAN N1423PV
TE MANIA WARGOONA H65PV
Sire: SYRR67 TOOPERANGUS BC ROMULUS R67PV
TE MANIA MAGUIRE M271SV
TE MANIA LOWAN P365PV
TE MANIA LOWAN L422PV
TE MANIA GALAXY G49SV
TE MANIA LISMORE L677PV
TE MANIA MITTAGONG B112SV
Dam: VTMP1190 TE MANIA MOONGARA P1190PV
TE MANIA GARTH G67PV
TE MANIA MOONGARA M874PV
TE MANIA MOONGARA H503SV
January 2025 TransTasman Angus Cattle Evaluation
Raw Data
Structural Scores
Another bull out of Romulus and a TeMania Dam. This is a LBW easy calving bull with good shoulders and neck structure.
SPOTS ‘N SPROUTS UNO 102U (P) (Speckled) STAR BANK KING GEORGE 82U (P) (Speckled) SECOND CHANCE ZOEY 3Z (Leopard) TIA-ROSE OF SARA LEE 3T (P) (Speckled)
This is an all-black Stud Speckle ET bull out of Andris Extreme 23E and Ewyn Melisha N12. Demonstrating a great shape with large rump and sleek head/ shoulders for calving ease, top 10% for weights. Something special.
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COMMERCIAL BULLS
- SPECKLE PARK
REFERENCE SIRES
C F RIGHT DESIGN 1802# SUMMITCREST COMPLETE 1P55# VARILEK RS BESS 1015 189#
SUMMITCREST ELBA 1M17#
BASIN AMBUSH 8161#
SUMMITCREST PRINCESS 0P12#
SUMMITCREST PRINCESS 2J10#
Observed: Genomics Statistics: Number of Herds: 64, Prog Analysed: 844, Genomic Prog: 420
