CLERMONT RAG FRIDAY JANUARY 25, 2019
CLERMONT CATTLE SET TO BEEF UP PRICES IN 2019 A downfall of summer rain set local farmers hopes high for the first 2019 Clermont Cattle Sale after the recent tough and dry conditions throughout Queensland. The recent rain across the Isaac region will allow spectators to secure the first of the quality cattle in the lead up to what is hoped to be a wetter than normal end to summer.
Division 6 Councillor Lyn Jones said she looked forward to another year of showcasing the area’s prime beef status through the monthly cattle sale. “We all have high hopes this summer rain continues throughout the next few weeks, if we can get a little more we should be able to see good prices throughout the year,” she said.
Mayor Baker said with the well-known Beef Expo kicking off on October 30, respected beef This year, the main sales have gone to Tuesday not producers are hungry for trophies and to keep Wednesday. Clermont’s reputation as one of Queensland’s Mayor Anne Baker said Clermont’s $212 million beef largest beef powerhouses. industry remains a strong economic driver for the “The Beef Expo always has a wonderful turn out Isaac region. of local producers, we hope 2019 will be bigger and better than ever, with repeat winners and new “We are all hoping for a brilliant year for local entries said to be in the line-up of grain and grass farmers and livestock associated businesses,” she fed displays,” she said. said. “The current $1 million revitalisation project funded by the Queensland Government and Isaac Regional Council is set to enhance facilities in the Clermont area, this includes the JR Turner Saleyards.” With an expected yarding of around 1000 light weight to prime cattle at Tuesday’s sale, Division 1 Councillor Greg Austen said the Clermont sale was not only a great opportunity to secure New Year additions but is a highlight for local residents who come to keep an eye on the beef market.
Isaac Regional Council has been the major sponsor for the Grand Champion Exhibit for the previous few years. For all inquiries to this year’s cattle sales at the JR Turner Saleyards please contact Hoch & Wilkinson agents Tony Hoch on 0448 831 553, Jake Passfield on 0488 588 044, Elders Rural Services Jake Kennedy 0408 816 463 or Australian Livestock Mick Goodwin 0418 792 725.