THURSDAY 31 AUGUST 2023
‘MINGARY’ 645 BRACKENDALE ROAD, WALCHA
1.00PM: 81 ANGUS BULLS
Inspection from 10.00am sale day. Please note, from 12.45pm bulls will be moving to pen-up yards.
Stu and Erica Halliday
Ben Nevis Angus ‘Mingary’, Walcha NSW 2354 bennevisangus@bigpond.com www.bennevisangus.com.au
Welcome to our 2023 sale. Please take note that it’s a week and a half earlier due to some commitments Hap has with her Angus Australia President role.
We have kept our bull numbers in the sale the same over the last few years but have made a massive investment in ET over that time to turbo-charge the effect of our elite cow families. With the help of some terrific people including Udo Mahne (Embryo Life), Annie Vivers (Beefmark Breeding Services) and the Bulloch family at Braidwood we have hatched hundreds of exciting embryo calves over the last few years from our acclaimed Jean, Geranium and Celeste lines. At the same time we have joined similarly bred lines of females the same way to give our clients more flexibility to get the genetics they want. In this way if the bull of their choice gets out of their means then he will have ¾ or full brothers in the sale.
Our aim is to combine our traditional quality with elite performance genetics so that our clients can target the premium quality markets and brands. This means for us that their progeny grow and finish early and easily maintain a marble score 3 while not losing the type and traits that have made the breed so successful and enjoyable to own.
18 MONTH OLD BULLS
The 18 month old bulls are excellent in their type and power and offer smart buying for those people who want all the benefits of yearling bulls in terms of lower break down rates and longer working lives but who want slightly older bulls with ¾ of their growing already achieved. There is an impressive run of ET sons by two stunning daughters of the $82,000 Ben Nevis Jean H215. These include Jean N238’s run of heavy muscled, slick coated sons by Musgrave Exclusive and Jean M30’s run of stylish sons of Baldridge Forecaster. We also feature a terrific line of easy doing, deep sided sons of Ben Nevis Quantico. Quantico was the $40,000 top price bull from our 2020 Sale to Bowmont Angus, and we also have some standouts from our proven Kirkby son Te Mania Pythagorus who will inject IMF and growth.
The true yearling bulls are the best Spring group we have ever produced and they hit a sweet spot combining the type and quality we are known for with extra carcase under the hide. There are a number of stud prospects in them. The real benefits of the true yearlings (on top of the reduced incidence of breakdown), is their ability to acclimatise to your environment and that they are easier to handle. Every yearling bull in this sale has been independently assessed to have a 1 for temperament. Our feedback is that they maintain this easy going nature throughout their working life. They have been very popular and successful with our long term clientele (including those in arid environments), and we highly recommend them.
Our new Stud Sire Ben Nevis Rambo features in the yearlings and he makes the most impressive debut with much hype from those who have them or have seen them. Rambo was the $70,000 top of our 2021 sale selling to a syndicate including Glenmorgan, Banquet, Fernleigh and Koojan Hills. He combines not only our 2 best cow lines but arguably our two best cows including the $82,000 Ben Nevis Jean H215 (owned by Bannaby and Banquet) and Ben Nevis Celeste J121 (owned by Boambee Angus). They offer an outcross pedigree to most with style, thump and IMF.
Rambo’s maternal brother Ben Nevis Podium also feature in the yearlings with some absolute crackers. We also have Paratroopers, Prime Ministers and Pythagorus to round out an exceptional bunch.
With the US and South American cow herds as low as they are and the rising global demand for beef (especially in China), Australia is in the box seat to capitalise and secure increasing long term market share on the back of our quality and our clean, green image. With the long term prospects for both the Angus and Angus x Wagyu job looking very solid it makes a lot of sense to invest in quality Angus females now whether by breeding them or if you are fortunate now to trade into them. Thankyou for taking the time to consider out program, please contact us if you have any questions or to arrange a visit,
Stu and Hap Halliday and family From left: Jack Halliday, Cherry Steel, Erica Halliday, Maggie Halliday and Stu HallidayWe take great pride in our reputation for quiet cattle. The bulls have been handled with bikes, dogs, horses and on foot. Under normal circumstances they are of sound temperament and we ask that you treat them with kindness and respect, especially under the pressures of sale day.
The bulls are ready for immediate use and we recommend using a 12 – 14 mo yearling at a rate of 1 bull to 35, and a 16 – 18 mo bull at usual rates of 1 to 50. All bulls have been tested PI (pestivirus) negative and vaccinated with 7-in-1 (Lepto), Pestiguard and Vibriosis. They have had regular doses of Vitamin A,D,E, Vitamin B12 and drenched with Eprinex Pour on and Fasinex Oral on 15 June 2023.
We are happy to blood bulls and give three day vaccine for bulls sold to Queensland, and will work in with you for the best delivery time so they adapt.
FERTILTY POLICY YEARLING BULLS: developed in conjunction with Chris Hallet BVSt MCSt and Millah Murrah, written by Ross Thomson. We have led the way with yearling bulls and believe vehemently their use is key to increased farm gate profitability. We have adopted this policy with reference to two other who share similar views, Millah Murrah’s Ross Thompson and Chris Hallett of Coolah Vet Clinic.”. Bulls are vet checked by Chris Hallett of Coolah Vet Clinic, including penis examination, palpation of reproductive organs and visual inspection of structure and locomotion.
At the same time, a crush side test for semen motility is conducted. A semen sample is then sent to the Queensland Sperm Morphology Laboratory for analysis.
All bulls in the 18 month and two-year categories have presented greater than 70% normal sperm, except when noted on the supplementary information sheet, provided on sale day.
For the yearlings, the satisfactory morphology threshold is lowered, simply due to maturity. Yearling bulls presenting 50-70% normal sperm, and showing adequate rates of improvement from multiple tests, will be included in the sale with their % normal sperm indicated on the supplementary sheet. It is important to note that they are considered ready for work at point of sale.
As in previous years, there will be some yearlings for whom it is not possible to obtain a satisfactory semen sample ahead of the sale. While it is unlikely that they are infertile, we prefer to be sure, before delivering them to their new home. And rather than withdraw them from sale, we sell them with the following options available to the purchaser:
1. Free delivery guaranteed by 20 October, pending a satisfactory semen test result, with no payment due until this time or,
2. In the event the bull fails the retest, the buyer may,
a. withdraw from the sale altogether,
b. retain the option to purchase the bull pending a satisfactory result at an agreed future date, or
c. elect to take a satisfactory replacement, delivered free of charge by 20 October, with price negotiated privately, no higher than the auction price of the original bull.
The sale supplementary sheet will clearly identify any bulls presented for sale under these delayed terms.
COMMENT: Some studs do not conduct any form of semen testing, and many do not carry out morphology analyses, even for two-yearold sale bulls. Morphology analysis of genuine yearling bulls is rare. Semen testing is a vexed area, and we make no judgement on what another stud does in that regard. The reason some studs, including Millah Murrah and Ben Nevis, choose to undertake semen morphology testing is that, very occasionally, it will identify a permanent issue that cannot be found by a thorough vet examination or crush side testing. It is important to understand that semen testing is not a “silver bullet” guarantee of the long-term fertility or infertility of a bull. It is no more than a “point in time” examination. Testing six weeks apart, invariably reveals failed bulls that pass and passed bulls that fail.
Above all, during mating season, be sure to check the bulls properly each week at least. And in single sire situations, always endeavor to rotate the bulls between mobs midway through the season.
We sell the semen marketing rights along with the bull at sale. We shall however retain the right to collect up to 600 straws of semen from bulls nominated in the catalogue with our elite logo for in herd use only, OR for our own commercial progeny tests. Ben Nevis will collect semen at the vendors expense and the purchasers convenience. Where possible this semen will be collected pre-sale.
The vendor warrants that;
Bulls are fertile and capable of natural service within six months of the date of sale to the purchaser (Warranty period).
The vendor will either:
1. Provide a satisfactory replacement; or
2. Provide a credit for us at the next Ben Nevis Bull Sale equal to the purchase price (excluding any costs and expenses of the purchaser in taking delivery), minus the salvage value.
Where:
1. The purchaser claims a bull is infertile, upon purchaser submitting two x veterinary reports ten weeks apart stating the bull is infertile (semen) OR one x Veterinary Report stating the bull is incapable of natural service, and a Statutory Declaration by the purchaser to the effect that the substance of the report is true and correct. The Veterinarian must state that in their opinion there is no evidence that the bull has suffered any injury or illness (or infection) during the Warranty Period which could have affected his breeding ability. The Veterinary Report and the Statutory Declaration must be forwarded to the vendor within 14 days of the Warranty Period expiring.
On arrival at their new home it is important a suitable mob of animals is yarded to greet the bull to minimise stress. Suitable animals include pregnant cows, steers but certainly not other bulls.
The bulls are in good working condition at the point of Sale, but it is imperative to ensure good nutrition for the bull during the joining period.
You should check bulls regularly to see that they are working, especially in the early stages when most problems occur and early intervention can minimise damage to the bull and conception rates. After joining, bulls should be drenched and placed on good pasture to get back in condition.
Annual Ben Nevis Angus Sale – Thursday 31 August 2023. Undercover shelter is provided.
10.00am – Inspection
Bulls may be inspected from 10.00am on the morning of the Sale, or at any other time by arrangement with the agents or vendors.
1.00pm – Ben Nevis Angus Yearling Bull Sale
81 Angus bulls. System will be live auction on site interfaced with AuctionsPlus. See details at www.auctionsplus.com.au
Sale of the bulls will be conducted under normal auction conditions. Sale of the bulls will be conducted by AuctionsPlus with live bidding (NOT Helmsman). Please check with the Selling Agents to obtain a buyer’s number if you are considering making a purchase. Successful purchasers are requested to give written advice to the Selling Agents regarding transport arrangements at the conclusion of the Sale.
645 Brackendale Road, Walcha
From Walcha take the Oxley Highway and head east towards Port Macquarie. Approximately 4kms out of Walcha turn right onto the Brackendale Road. The Mingary woolshed and yards are approximately 6kms along the Brackendale Road on the left hand side, and will be well sign posted on sale day!
There are two Hotels and two Motels in Walcha and we are just an hour’s drive from Armidale and 1 ¼ hour’s drive from Tamworth. Both of these regional centres have Airports, car hire, extensive accommodation and restaurants.
We will provide free delivery to major centres in New South Wales, the Australian Capital Territory, Victoria, South Australia and Queensland. All transport will be coordinated by Lockie Falls Transport, please call him on 0429 826 342. Buyers instructions slips must be completed post sale for this to occur with transport instructions in writing.
2% rebate to outside Agents registering BULL BUYERS, in writing, ‘24 hours’ PRIOR to the Sale and settling on their behalf within seven days of the date of Invoice.
We invite you to enjoy a free lunch and morning tea on us including steak and sausage sandwiches, tea, coffee, cold drinks and cakes and slices. A big thank you to the Lions Club and hostesses with the mostesses Cherry Cheer, Jenny Hoy and Colleen Green.
Bulls are like any other piece of valuable farm equipment and it’s wise to insure them, especially for the first six months of their working life. There are a number of options available through CGU and WFI at the Sale venue.
Ownership transfer of bulls will be registered by the vendors with Angus Australia, provided accurate transfer details are supplied with the Buyer’s Instruction form.
All animals are sold excluding GST.
All bulls over a 10% risk of being a CA, NH, AM or DD carriers have been tested with published results in the Lot information. We do not consider these to be significant commercial issues, but clients wishing any further information are welcome to contact us at any time.
All the sale bulls have been screened for temperament and are quiet to handle under normal circumstances; however there are inherent risks associated with cattle handling.
VISITORS ENTER THE CATTLE PENS AT THEIR OWN RISK. CHILDREN MUST NOT ENTER THE YARDS.
People entering the yards are at risk of injury. Be especially alert for bulls fighting. We do not expect the bulls to be aggressive with humans, but Sale Day places extraordinary pressure on them. Remember, even the quietest bull is in fact an unpredictable animal. Do not crowd the bulls or loiter inside the pens. We cannot cover every example of the dangers of cattle handling so please use common sense and be alert at all times. Please call on any of the Landmark Agents for an escort through the bulls if required.
All persons who attend the sale do so at their own risk and the vendor assumes no liability, legal or otherwise, for any accidents which may occur.
Every effort and all reasonable care has been taken by the vendor to ensure that the information provided in this catalogue is correct at the time of printing. However, neither the vendor or selling agents take responsibility in regards to the accuracy, reliability or completeness of the information provided, and do not assume any responsibility for the use or interpretation of this information. You are encouraged to seek independent verification of any information contained in this catalogue. Animal details included in this catalogue, including but not limited to pedigree, DNA information, Estimated Breeding Values (EBVs) and Index values, are based on information provided by the breeder or owner of the animal. Whilst all reasonable care has been taken to ensure that the information provided in this catalogue was correct at the time of publication, neither the vendor, Angus Australia or the selling agents assume any responsibility for the accuracy or completeness of the information, nor for the outcome (including consequential loss) of any action taken based on this information.
While we are utilising the latest BREEDPLAN and Genomics technologies to enhance the value of our beef under the hide you will often hear us talk about type.
Before the advent of genetic evaluation, type was the main determinant (along with breed) to identify eating quality. These traits, while highly heritable, are subjective but they are a particularly important feature of our brand and give us an important edge in quality that we take great pride in. We believe type is just as important today as it was then to balance our breeding approach and ensure we do not lose those ‘hard to measure’ traits for which the Angus breed is famous. These include constitution, doing ability, structure and balance.
The perfect Angus head should be broad with good hooding to protect the eye and have a wide jaw and strong muzzle. The width of their jaw will be reflected in the width of their whole body structure which is especially important through the hips and pins for calving ease. As Bruce Steel used to say ‘the difference between a narrow and wide muzzle is like the difference between eating with a shovel or a teaspoon’.
This is one of our main physical selection traits. An animal with good type will have a naturally uplifted head and there is no better single measure of structure. A lifted head and long neck reflects a shoulder angle that will allow for calving ease and natural movement thus allowing longevity.
In all our sires we chase a strong spine coupled with a proportionately longer hip to pin ratio to fortify strength of spine and strength of loin. The most valuable cuts are along the spine and we want them to have the least work to stay tender and be supported. We have been extremely disappointed in the recent influx of swampy backed bulls, with short hip-pin and high tail set that seem popular in the States.
This is a key indicator for structural correctness. Animals should be proportionally longer from hip to pin and have a slight downward slope to facilitate calving ease. This reinforces the strength of the overall top line and gives the animal more balance. Too much slope is reflected by sickled hocks, low pasterns, and long feet while a shorter hip to pin combined with the pins being higher than the hip leads to even more debilitating conditions. These include a shallower, weaker loin with more pressure on the spine leading to smaller EMA and breakdown, straighter angles through the hocks and pasterns leading to injury and arthritis.
Who cares? We do. After Stu working 15 years in the Dairy Industry as a vet, it became very obvious that the cows with their tail sets higher and more up their back were more prone to uterine infection as they were continually defecating into their vulva. On top of this, it comes hand-in-hand with a short hip to pin and swampy back and is found in harder doing animals.
You will often hear us talk about skin and it is one of the highestranking physical selection criteria we employ. We have measured and selected for it for years. Skin is an old timer’s indicator for beef quality and tenderness and is measured by us in two forms, with the finer the skin and the softer/finer the hair correlating highly with scanned IMF. Animals with the better skin types are also those that clean up and re-breed faster coming into Spring joining. Angus Australia is currently researching skin type and its implications. In the same way, extra skin along the throat indicates easy doing animals.
We chase a good deep rib and body as an indicator of a cow’s constitution. These cows perform better for us during our harsh annual winters and droughts. As my Dad would explain they have a bigger vat and so can ruminate more efficiently.
On bulls and females, long or course hairs anywhere under the udder/scrotum area, up through the escutcheon or flicking along the outer thighs indicate poor doers. The udder and the seat of their pants must be clean with wider spades (the hair going in the opposite direction) either side of the tail to result in better doing ability and easier milking.
A deep flank (preferably one deeper than their girth) that ties deeper into the animal’s quarter is an indicator of doing ability and allows for a greater volume of muscle and weight in the hindquarter and stifle area.
We prefer a flatter bone as an indicator of efficiency and tenderness. These are animals that do better on grass without the benefit of a grain diet. Rounder boned animals such as European breeds are higher yielding but have lower meat quality and are harder to fatten.
Not too big or too small with a claw and set score between 5 and 6. We applaud Angus Australia’s recent developments to simplify these scores and integrate the use of genomics. There have been many unsuitable bulls allowed into the country in the last 10-15 years and this is something we are committed to getting right and we score and cull our animals annually for feet.
We go for volume of muscle consistent with an Angus type and avoid very heavily expressed muscle types as they are generally harder doers and tougher to eat. Volume of muscle comes with width and length but can be complemented with overall softness.
This is our single most important selection criteria where we have no room for compromise. Quieter cattle not only make life safer and more enjoyable but they have been proven better doers with better meat quality. The feedback we get from our clients regarding the good temperament of our cattle is something we are most proud of. Life is too short to deal with cranky cattle.
Tail Set
Higher/up the back –more prone to uterine infections in females
Hip to Pin
A key indicator for structural correctness
Strong Spine
The most valuable cuts are along the spine
Good Rein
An animal with good structure will have a naturally uplifted head
Depth of Body
Good, deep, rib and body are an indicator of an animal’s constitution
Flank
An indicator of doing ability
Skin
An old timer’s indicator for beef quality and tenderness
Head and Muzzle
Broad, good hooding to protect the eye, wide jaw and strong muzzle
We have led the way with yearling bulls and believe vehemently their use is key to increased farm gate profitability.
1. Yearling bulls are out working while they are still relatively light and agile, so they are less likely to hurt themselves. Just as importantly, they are less likely to damage your valuable heifers or cows.
2. Yearling Bulls fight less, so are less likely to get injured by accident or misfortune. Why? Well they are out working when they reach sexual maturity instead of being run with a mob of bulls to grow out to two years of age. As a result we believe they don’t learn the bullying and riding behaviour that often occurs in bull mobs from 18 – 24 months of age with sexual frustration. We get overwhelming feedback from our clients that the bulls used first as yearlings are easier to manage both in and out of the cows and in their bull mobs.
Not everyone can produce yearling bulls as they need to be well grown and sexually mature when they first go out. This is our speciality and we have been growing and using yearling bulls for over 30 years.
Join him with up to 35 head or at 3% in the first year and up normally thereafter. That first 35 head will be a bonus for you plus the other calves he gets from a longer working life. He will look his worst after the first joining as he has been working and growing at the same time but don’t worry his sex life won’t kill him and as long as you put him in a good paddock and treat him for pests and disease he will eventually grow out to be the dashing bull he was born to be.
Please read our Fertility Policy on Page 3. We have adopted this policy with reference to two others who share similar views, Millah Murrah’s Ross Thompson and Chris Hallett of Coolah Vet Clinic. The policy itself was written by Ross.
Don’t put him out in group joining with older bulls for his first joining. Join him either on his own or with a group of yearlings. For all enquiries, questions or problems, please call Stu on 0417 674 412.
Average EBVs from all 2022 drop calves
Selecting the right bull for your business needs to be as easy as possible. So we have incorporated percentiles into our catalogue as an extra tool to help you.
A percentile value allows you to see where an animal sits in the breed for each trait. This gives you more information that an EBV figure alone. For example, if an animal sits in the 30th percentile for IMF it means it is in the top 30% of the breed. But, if an animal sits in the 80th percentile it means that 80% of animals are better than it. Generally the lower the percentile figure the better, except in the case of some traits where moderation or balance is preferred like Mature Cow Weight and Scrotal Size (can be too big), or BW (too small and frail at birth).
The 600 day weight of this bull sits in the 80th percentile, meaning 80% of animals are better than him for the trait.
For more information on BREEDPLAN and how to use it go to: www.angusaustralia.com.au/tace/understanding-angus-tace/understanding-ebvs/
ATTENTION BUYER: Animal details included in this catalogue, including but not limited to pedigree, DNA information, Estimated Breeding Values (EBVs) and Index values, are based on information provided by the breeder or owner of the animal. Whilst all reasonable care has been taken to ensure that the information provided in this catalogue was correct at the time of publication, Angus Australia will assume no responsibility for the accuracy or completeness of the information, nor for the outcome (including consequential loss) of any action taken based on this information.
PRIVACY INFORMATION: In order for Angus Australia to process the transfer of a registered animal in this catalogue, the vendor will need to provide certain information to Angus Australia and the buyer consents to the collection and disclosure of that information by Angus Australia in certain circumstances. If the buyer does not wish for his or her information to be stored and disclosed by Angus Australia, the buyer must complete a ‘Buyers Option to Opt Out of Disclosing Personal Information to Angus Australia’ form and forward it to Angus Australia. If the form is not completed, the buyer will be taken to have consented to the disclosure of such information.
The IMF of this bull sits in the 30th percentile, meaning he sits in the top 30% of the breed for this trait.
The animals listed within this catalogue including its pedigree, are displaying a Parent Verification Suffix which indicates the DNA parent verification status that has been conducted on the animal. The Parent Verification Suffixes that will appear at the end of each animal’s name.
The suffix displayed at the end of each animal’s name indicates the DNA parentage verification that has been conducted by Angus Australia.
PV both parents have been verified by DNA.
SV the sire has been verified by DNA.
DV the dam has been verified by DNA.
# DNA verification has not been conducted.
E DNA verification has identified that the sire and/or dam may possibly be incorrect, but this cannot be confirmed conclusively.
The two summaries for both 18 month old in blue and 12 month bulls in green are different contemporary groups and their scan data was taken on different dates and they were raised under different conditions – they should not be compared as such.
This is an EBV summary only and another group run (the Mid August TACE Analysis) will have occurred between now and the sale so please go on to Auctionsplus or Angus Tech to get the latest EBV’s.
In regards to $Indexes and Claw and Angle Scores for each bull we have listed their percentile bands as opposed to their EBV’s as our clients have given us feedback that that is much easier to understand.
Scans were taken on 10 June 2022 for the 18 month bulls, and on 29 July 2022 for the 12 month bulls by Roger Evans (Accredited Assessor Number 1018).
Visual Coat Scores were assessed. Selecting animals for a sleeker coat may increase their adaptability. Coat Scores are recorded on a 1 – 6 scale, with 1 being sleek and 7 being woolly. Coast Score 1 is extremely short and found in some Bos Indicus and some of their crossbreds.
CT Type
2 Very short
3 Fairly short
4 Fairly Long
5 Long
6 Hairy
The height or ‘frame’ of cattle at a given age is closely related to maturity type. Smaller framed cattle generally have an earlier maturity pattern than larger framed cattle.
All structural Data was also scored independently by Roger Evans on 8 July 2023. Except for coat and Frame which was scored by us.
Codes for Structural Assessment
FC: Front Claw Set
RC: Rear Claw Set
FA: Front Feet Angle Feet
RA: Rear Feet Angle
RS: Rear Legs (Side View)
RH: Rear Legs (Hind View)
LM: Muscle Score
TEMP: Temperament
Note: scores 1 to 5, lower the score – more favourable
SN: Sheath/Navel
Note: scores 1 to 5, lower the score – more favourable
PERC ABI PERC ABL
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NBN22T016THERONT016BENNEVISQUANTICOQ404/2/224.51286.0-2.02.43020
NBN22T031TOLSTOYT031TEMANIAPYTHAGORASP4413/3/224.01375.2-0.52.7218
NBN22T429TENACITYT429MUSGRAVE316EXCLUSIVE18/2/224.51109.0-1.42.55666
NBN22T419THICKSHAKET419MUSGRAVE316EXCLUSIVE23/2/223.91169.0-0.11.05663
NBN22T474TORINOT474BALDRIDGEFORECASTERB1603/2/221.11151.74.74.11514
NBN22T030TRACTIONT030BENNEVISMETAMORPHICM513/2/223.31153.10.02.76557
NBN22T416TIDALT416MUSGRAVE316EXCLUSIVE21/2/224.411210.11.11.92846
NBN22T424TRAILBOSST424MUSGRAVE316EXCLUSIVE20/2/223.811210.22.41.95966
NBN22T422TUG-O-WART422MUSGRAVE316EXCLUSIVE20/2/223.01076.8-1.11.85775
NBN22T085TUNGSTENT085TEMANIAPYTHAGORASP4420/3/222.71332.5-2.04.65128
BreedAverage:4.01176.3-0.32.2
August 2023 TransTasman Angus Cattle Evaluation
The two summaries (18 and 12 mo) are different contemporary groups and scan data was taken on different dates and they were raised in different conditions – they should not be compared as such.
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925762766676C+552ASCOTHALLMARKH147
98796.61666676C+462ASCOTLIONHEARTL305
90686.31666677C+552BALDRIDGECOMPASSC041
976107.31665667C+56.52ASCOTHALLMARKH147
89595.21666666C55.53RAFFEMPIREE269
91675.91655666C+55.52AYRVALEBARTELE7
PLEASE NOTE: Claw, Angle, ABI and ABL are the EBV percentile as explained on page 9.
61 NBN22T288TAMBOT288BENNEVISRAMBOR23019/7/224.21444.5-3.33.93018 62 NBN22T460THIRSTYMERCT460DUNOONPRIMEMINISTERP7581/8/226.31578.2-3.42.24829
63 NBN22T361TORAT361BENNEVISRAMBOR23015/8/221.31083.8-0.35.01119
64 NBN22T291TAMWORTHT291BENNEVISRAMBOR23010/8/224.5143-0.7-0.83.12217
65 NBN22T290TOPNOTCHT290BENNEVISRAMBOR23019/7/222.71169.1-1.92.21729
66 NBN22T214TALISMANT214TEMANIAPYTHAGORASP441/7/225.61272.91.23.23121
67 NBN22T462TASKFORCET462DUNOONPRIMEMINISTERP7581/8/225.511613.50.826072
68 NBN22T465TAGGARTT465DUNOONPRIMEMINISTERP7581/8/225.21256.9-0.81.35355
69 NBN22T233TOMAHAWKT233BENNEVISRAMBOR23019/7/225.11317.0-2.44.1818
70 NBN22T247TARTRESST247BENNEVISPODIUMP2421/7/224.21106.6-2.03.22432
August 2022 TransTasman Angus Cattle Evaluation
The two summaries (18 and 12 mo) are different contemporary groups and scan data was taken on different dates and they were raised in different conditions – they should not be compared as such.
EMARIBP8IMFTempFCRCFARARSRHLMSNFrameCoatMaternalGrandSire
85585.81556676B563ASCOTHALLMARKH147
824761666666C+463BANQUETNIXONN099
838106.31666656B-45.52MILWILLAHREALITYL19
866961666766B-56.52BALDRIDGEBEASTMODEB074
78576.41666666C+562MILWILLAHPROCEEDL117
85475.61656666B45.52ASCOTLIONHEARTL305
83565.91655676C+462BALDRIDGEBEASTMODEB074
826106.31665666C+562MILWILLAHPROCEEDL117
81565.81666667C+55.52ASCOTHALLMARKH147
79576.11666676B-4662MILWILLAHREALITYL19
78565.81766677C+562BENNEVISDELPEDROD3
79476.716666766C+56.52BALDRIDGECOMMANDC036
81475.81666676C+562MILWILLAHPROCEEDL117
786961666676C+55.52JSRLJACK'SJOKERJ1
81575.41666676C+562BENNEVISJABBAJ12
82465.81666666C+563ASCOTHALLMARKH147
77575.41666676C+55.53MILWILLAHREALITYL19
80465.31556676C+562BUSHSWINDCHILL982
75576.21767666C56.53BENNEVISKAISERK54
78675.91667676C+563BALDRIDGEBEASTMODEB074
79565.91666667C+45.52ASCOTHALLMARKH147
79685.61665666B-55.53BALDRIDGEBEASTMODEB074
79585.71656676C55.52BENNEVISJUDOJ158
77545.11666776C+562ASCOTGLOBALL369
75545.81666666C+55.52BALDRIDGECOMMANDC036
74475.31666667C+563BENNEVISMONARCHM128
80596.31665677C+45.53BENNEVISJABBAJ12
80475.91766676C+452ASCOTHALLMARKH147
76465.41666776C+552MILWILLAHREALITYL19
754951666666C+552BUSHSWINDCHILL982
76576.21766676C+452BENNEVISKAISERK54
79585.61656666C+463BALDRIDGEBEASTMODEB074
79575.91666667C+552ASCOTHALLMARKH147
76565.81656676B-55.52BALDRIDGEBEASTMODEB074
79375.51667676C+55.53BENNEVISMONARCHM128
69565.41645666C+45.52BALDRIDGEBEASTMODEB074
70555.62766676C+552MILWILLAHPROCEEDL117
PLEASE NOTE: Claw, Angle, ABI and ABL are the EBV percentile as explained on page 9.
With all the bull we use we make sure that they are backed by a special cow family that is highly regarded. This explains why over 70% of our catalogue has maternal grandsire that goes back to our own stable. Our family have been fine tuning these cow families for over 75 years. We know them, trust them and they have given us not only a boost in quality but consistency as well.
We invested in Pythathorus with good friends Ben Hill from Bulliac and Rob Bulle from Ardrossan. We were all looking for a sire to boost marbling that was free of Berkley and Regent bloodlines. Pythagorus has exceeded our expectations producing bigger framed, progeny that have scanned for IMF true to their potential.
Forecaster is from a trusted stable for us in the Baldridge herd. We love best the way he stamps a good, masculine head on his bull calves giving them a real sire presence with a freaky length of body.
We saw a video of Exclusive and were sold once we saw his skin like mercury, and his combination of natural thickness, softness and mobility. We appreciate the commitment that Musgrave has made to quality and structural integrity.
MILLAH MURRAH PARATROOPER P15
He comes from one of the best cow herds in the country and he does them proud. His progeny are highly sought after because of their expressive muscle pattern, skin, structural correctness and temperament.
BEN NEVIS METAMORPHIC M51
Metamorphic sold for $32,000 for us in 2017 to a syndicate including Banquet, Fernleigh and Twin Oaks and has created sale toppers for them and other herds both here in Australia and New Zealand. He produces extra muscularity and proud outlooks as well as fine skins on his progeny with the influence of Bartel’s carcase under the hide.
BEN NEVIS PODIUM P242
Podium is the maternal brother to the $70,000 Ben Nevis Rambo and we kept him as a walking sire for the stud. His progeny are standouts –they have exceptional muscularity often with bulls and steers ending up with a B muscle score. He has a beautiful nature, strong spine and transmits both carcase and maternal excellence. Unfortunately we lost him in an accident earlier this year so we value the progeny we have.
Quantico sold to Bowmont Angus in our 2020 sale for a top of $40,000. He combines the very best of Infinity and Beast Mode genetics to offer extra depth and softness to his progeny with an expansive rib and real weight for age performance. He features strongly in the 18mo section of the catalogue with some star lots.
BEN NEVIS RAMBO R230
Rambo sold in our 2021 sale for $70,000 to Glenmorgan, Banquet, Koojan Hills and Fernleigh. He combines not only our two best cow lines but arguably our two best cows including the $82,000 Ben Nevis Jean H215 (owned by Bannby and Banquet) and Ben Nevis Celeste (owned by Boambee Angus). Rambo makes a stunning debut in the true yearling section of the catalogue. There is much hype from those who have them in the syndicate or have seen them as he is a marbling sire that offers a show stopping phenotype, an outcross pedigree for most and superb thump and thickness. Every son of his scored a 1 for temperament.
DUNOON PRIME MINISTER P758
Prime Minister is breeding well across Australia transmitting incredible docility and performance and great feet. We used him in a flush to add extra IMF into our M72 line while doubling up on power. We also purchased the top price bull at Dunoon, a Prime Minister son named Dunoon Sunstone for $65,000.
BEN NEVIS RAMBO
DUNOON PRIME MINISTER P758
BEN NEVIS METAMORPHIC
BEN NEVIS PODIUM
LD CAPITALIST 316PV
SIREMUSGRAVE 316 EXCLUSIVEPV
MUSGRAVE PRIM LASSIE 163-386#
H P C A PROCEEDPV
DAM BEN NEVIS JEAN N238PV
BEN NEVIS JEAN H215SV
We always start the sale with a cracking bull and you cannot go wrong with Trucker. He not introduces the sale but a ripping run of seven full ET brothers in Lots 15, 24, 42, 46, 47 and 74 that showcase the might of our maternal line in Ben Nevis Jean N238. N238 is a full ET sister to industry AI Sire Ben Nevis Newsflash (owned by Bannaby Angus), and daughter of the $82,000 Ben Nevis Jean H215 (owned by Bannaby and Banquet). This run of ET bulls are peas in a pod and in the flesh Trucker is upheaded with great sire appeal, a kind face and demeanour, terrific spring of rib, a thumping hindquarter and a beautiful slick coat. He stands down hard on the scales and boasts the fourth highest ADG in his contemporary.
August 2023 TransTasman Angus Cattle Evaluation Indexes CEDir CEDtrGLBW200400600MCWMilkSSDCCWTEMARIBP8RBYIMFNFI-FClawAngleABIABIL
EBV 3.35.2-3.75.162108139134222.0-3.3877.7-0.6-1.20.60.80.010.981.2$203$375 ACC 62%50%72%74%74%72%74%70%65%69%39%64%63%64%63%58%66%51%70%70%--
Traits Observed: BWT,200WT,400WT,600WT,Scan(EMA,Rib,Rump,IMF),Genomics
Independent Assessments – Roger Evans
Purchased by:
BEN NEVIS KIBAH K37SV
DAM BEN NEVIS JEAN M30PV
BEN NEVIS JEAN H215SV
Triumph is the first of five ET full brothers in the sale from the maternal sister of Lot 1's dam in M30 who is again out of the then record $82,000 Ben Nevis Jean H215. Triumph and his brothers contain in their DNA the wealth of maternal genes that the Jeans stamp into their progeny. They never miss. Triumph is a most impressive sire with the extra carcase attributes of Forecaster under his hide who is the sire of the US$250,000 Baldridge Versatile. He is the largest of the ET brothers including Lots 7, 19, 20 and maternal brother in Lot 12. He has extra front extension and ‘look at me presence’ while introducing the natural thickness, slickness and extra body length that they all possess. His three ET sisters rank #2, 3 and 4 in our yearling heifers for type. Super docile with impressive data that places him third highest for IMF, = fifth highest EMA and fifth highest ADG.
August 2023 TransTasman Angus Cattle Evaluation Indexes CEDir CEDtrGLBW200400600MCWMilkSSDCCWTEMARIBP8RBYIMFNFI-FClawAngleABIABIL
Traits Observed: BWT,200WT,400WT,600WT,Scan(EMA,Rib,Rump,IMF),Genomics
G A R PROPHETSV
SIREBALDRIDGE BEAST MODE B074PV
BALDRIDGE ISABEL Y69#
ASCOT HALLMARK H147PV
DAM BEN NEVIS JEAN N17PV
BEN NEVIS JEAN G124SV
In the last two sales Tankers four full ET brothers have averaged $32,000 with Ben Nevis Scorcher S465 selling for equal top price in our 2022 sale of $40,000. In our opinion Tanker is the best yet of these calves with the most impressive skin of any bull in the sale and the third highest ADG. His combination of softness and natural thickness is unsurpassed and he carries the maternal genes of our current #1 ranking donor Ben Nevis Jean N17. His full sister ranks #1 in the yearling heifers. We know BREEDPLAN is a great guide but common sense would tell you that this B- muscle bull that scanned with the highest EMA in his contemporary has some of the muscle markers that genomics is yet to identify. B- muscle, super docile. Note: loves a scratch and has left most of his hair on the pointed branch of a fallen tree in his paddock. Has been treated for lice. It will grow back J
August 2023 TransTasman Angus Cattle Evaluation Indexes CEDir CEDtrGLBW200400600MCWMilkSSDCCWTEMARIBP8RBYIMFNFI-FClawAngleABIABIL
Traits Observed: BWT,200WT,400WT,600WT,Scan(EMA,Rib,Rump,IMF),Genomics Lot
SIREBALDRIDGE FORECASTER B160PV
BALDRIDGE PRATISSA W165#
BANQUET NIXON N099SV
DAM BEN NEVIS FLORYX Q360#
BEN NEVIS DORMIST L28PV
Purchased by:
Ben Nevis Tank is an incredibly easy bull to like with an impeccable structure, sire appeal and an extra thump of natural thickness, softness and old fashioned do-ability. He combines a magic combination of carcase and maternal and will transmit a marbling boost while maintaining the broody softness and depth that the Nixon females have given us. He has an extraordinary birth to growth spread for his data set and was the second highest ADG bull in the contemporary. On top of that, he stems from one of our very best cow lines with Donor Ben Nevis Jean L28 who was purchased by Merit Farms at our 2020 Cow Sale for $18,000. Her daughters are pure gold to us and are prolific in this sale having bulls represented as Lots 4, 8, 25,49 and 54. Tank scanned fourth for IMF, third highest EMA, first for P8 fat – he is the full package. Suitable for heifers.
August 2023 TransTasman Angus Cattle Evaluation Indexes CEDir CEDtrGLBW200400600MCWMilkSSDCCWTEMARIBP8RBYIMFNFI-FClawAngleABIABIL
BALDRIDGE BEAST MODE B074PV
SIRE BEN NEVIS QUANTICO Q40SV
BEN NEVIS DORMIST H26#
ASCOT GLOBAL L369SV
DAM BEN NEVIS GERANIUM P363SV
BEN NEVIS GERANIUM H84#
We called this bull Top Shelf because his pedigree is rich in Ben Nevis blood and stacked with quality. He has enormous potential, a terrific stud sires outlook and a superb skin (one of the best in the sale), and this was reflected in his performance at scan time, where he not only scanned second highest for IMF, fourth highest for P8 fat but also had superior IMF fleck (distribution), indicating true quality. His structure is supple and not constrained and will allow him to keep growing into a much bigger bull. He will breed deep, silky coated daughters with a ton of capacity. Pure quality here. Suitable for heifers. Pictured page 19.
August 2023 TransTasman Angus Cattle Evaluation Indexes CEDir CEDtrGLBW200400600MCWMilkSSDCCWTEMARIBP8RBYIMFNFI-FClawAngleABIABIL
ACC 55%45%82%73%72%69%69%67%59%66%37%60%59%61%61%54%63%50%61%61%--
Traits Observed: GL,BWT,200WT,400WT(x2),Scan(EMA,Rib,Rump,IMF),Genomics
Lot 5
G A R PROPHETSV
SIREBALDRIDGE FORECASTER B160PV
BALDRIDGE PRATISSA W165#
PREMIER GUARDIAN M12PV
DAM BEN NEVIS JEAN P303SV
BEN NEVIS JEAN L115#
Tonka has been a truck since an early age and he has looked like he owns the place and rents next door. His dam is in the donor pen and has the most grunt of all the cows there, with her embryos to Quarterback selling for $5,050 each to Rob and Tania Jarret for the Molong Charity Auction. Early, explosive growth is a valuable commodity and this bull has it in spades, while always carrying condition giving him incredible market flexibility. He is the highest ADG bull in his contemporary by far and always has been. He is super, super quiet and a bull with loads of personality. Scanned = fourth highest EMA, = third for P8 fat. B- muscle.
August 2023 TransTasman Angus Cattle Evaluation Indexes CEDir CEDtrGLBW200400600MCWMilkSSDCCWTEMARIBP8RBYIMFNFI-FClawAngleABIABIL
Traits Observed: GL,BWT,400WT(x2),Scan(EMA,Rib,Rump,IMF),Genomics
G A R PROPHETSV
SIREBALDRIDGE FORECASTER B160PV
BALDRIDGE PRATISSA W165#
BEN NEVIS KIBAH K37SV
DAM BEN NEVIS JEAN M30PV
BEN NEVIS JEAN H215SV
Just like his famous dam, grand-dam and sisters it’s hard to take your eyes off this striking bull with his extra presence and style, and in Tradewind’s case an ability to add dimension and scale. He is similar to his full ET brother in Lot 2 in that he will add beautiful skin and transmit maternal superiority as well as growth dimension. He has broken the mould here by upping the ante on carcase traits topping the IMF scan in this large contemporary of 80 bulls and #2 for IMF. Genetics is wonderful but it has a mind of its own so it’s great when our plans come together like this. He is just a delight to handle and comes highly recommended.
August 2023 TransTasman Angus Cattle Evaluation Indexes CEDir CEDtrGLBW200400600MCWMilkSSDCCWTEMARIBP8RBYIMFNFI-FClawAngleABIABIL
BEN NEVIS TWO-UP T029PV
EF COMMANDO 1366PV
SIREMILLAH MURRAH PARATROOPER P15PV
MILLAH MURRAH ELA M9PV
RENNYLEA J474SV
DAM BEN NEVIS DORMIST Q402PV
BEN NEVIS DORMIST L28PV
Absolute cracker!! Two Up’s mother is an up and coming donor dam in our program (along with a number of her ET sisters) and this joining with Paratrooper has really bought out the best in that genetic combination of a maternal type injected with extra carcase. He is a special bull and double’s up on skin type and quality with extra style. He has an explosion of muscle bulging out of his jump muscle and stifle. He has oodles of sire appeal and a great square jaw and muzzle. Two Up’s dam is a maternal sister to Lot 4’s dam and full sister to Lots 25, 29’s, 49 and 54 dams, with his granddam L128 one of the stars of our female sale selling to Merit Farms for $18,000 where she is breeding exceptionally well. Scanned = fourth highest EMA.
August 2023 TransTasman Angus Cattle Evaluation Indexes CEDir CEDtrGLBW200400600MCWMilkSSDCCWTEMARIBP8RBYIMFNFI-FClawAngleABIABIL
Purchased by:
BALDRIDGE BEAST MODE B074PV
SIRE BEN NEVIS QUANTICO Q40SV
BEN NEVIS DORMIST H26#
BALDRIDGE COMPASS C041SV
DAM BEN NEVIS JEAN N246PV
BEN NEVIS JEAN H103SV
Tsunami is a lot of bull and he stands out from the crowd as a result of that. If you got above the bulls and picked them he would be an easy choice. It is unusual to get this level of thickness with this level of softness, and you would say that his muscle is not the hard expressive kind, but the valuable, soft, deep drizzly kind. His pedigree is Ben Nevis royalty and contains (yes surprise), another famous Jean donor – this one H103 who is our highest grossing female of all time and sold for $26,000 to Forres Angus at our 2023 Cow Sale. Tsunami is very, very docile and is a B- muscle.
TE MANIA KIRBY K138PV
SIRETE MANIA PYTHAGORAS P44PV
TE MANIA BEEAC M122SV
ASCOT LION HEART L305PV
DAM BEN NEVIS GERANIUM Q369PV
BEN NEVIS GERANIUM G26SV
Top Tier is one of the bulls in the mob who has gone from strength to strength as they have gone through the growing stages and he continues to rise his way to the top to lead Pen 2. His beautiful donor dam Geranium Q369 is a full ET sister to Stud Sire Ben Nevis Nirvana N128 that sold to Innesdale for $26,000 in 2018, so this joining takes her maternal strength and folds in the extra carcase under the hide from the Te Mania Kirby influence. In the flesh he has extra width through his lower quarter and is very free moving with both length and power. Suitable for heifers.
August 2023 TransTasman Angus Cattle Evaluation Indexes CEDir CEDtrGLBW200400600MCWMilkSSDCCWTEMARIBP8RBYIMFNFI-FClawAngleABIABIL
BALDRIDGE BEAST MODE B074PV
SIRE BEN NEVIS QUANTICO Q40SV
BEN NEVIS DORMIST H26#
BEN NEVIS NEWSFLASH N239PV
DAM BEN NEVIS GERANIUM Q138SV
BEN NEVIS GERANIUM L83#
There is something very special about this bull. He takes your eye in the paddock because of his silky skin, doing ability, capacity and structural correctness. When you get over the top of him he is very wide and full behind the shoulder, stout though the hip and full on the plates. These are all quality traits that are largely being lost to the breed today. His dam is in our Donor pen, she is a super cow and, like him, deep sided, broody and soft. This is one of the true gems of our sale. Scanned equal fourth P8 fat with high EMA and IMF. B- muscle.
August 2023 TransTasman Angus Cattle Evaluation Indexes CEDir CEDtrGLBW200400600MCWMilkSSDCCWTEMARIBP8RBYIMFNFI-FClawAngleABIABIL
Independent Assessments – Roger Evans
Purchased by:
Traits Observed: GL,BWT,200WT,400WT(x2),Scan(EMA,Rib,Rump,IMF),Genomics
ASCOT HALLMARK H147PV
SIREBEN NEVIS MONARCH M128SV
BEN NEVIS DORMIST G76SV
BEN NEVIS KIBAH K37SV
DAM BEN NEVIS JEAN M30PV
BEN NEVIS JEAN H215SV
Ton is Ben Nevis Jeans natural calf by our majestic and easy-doing stud sire Ben Nevis Monarch. If a nuclear bomb hit tomorrow there would be two species survive- coachroaches and Monarch (as well as Monarch’s dam wombat owned by Marg Will). Like his Sire Ton has that magical skin and doing ability and he will grow into a very big bull. He is also super quiet and loves a scratch. His sire Monarch has been utilised in composite breeding programs for North Queensland and his paternal brother Mokoan Salvadore exported to South America. Ton has an exceptional neck and shoulder transition which is smooth and well lain in, with a long neck and body to facilitate calving ease. His calves will then grow like the clappers. Suitable for heifers.
August 2023 TransTasman Angus Cattle Evaluation Indexes
Independent
– Roger Evans
G A R PROPHETSV
SIREBALDRIDGE FORECASTER B160PV
BALDRIDGE PRATISSA W165#
BEN NEVIS JABBA J12SV
DAM BEN NEVIS FLORYX M176SV
BEN NEVIS FLORYX H3#
Testament is one of the standout bulls in this second pen being balanced and smooth throughout with a high head carriage, strong spine and a terrific skin. He not only holds himself well but moves well and is as deep as an ocean with a smooth silky seat to his pants showing how well he is doing in the contemporary. He is one of the higher ADG bulls in the sale and this powerful growth is reflected in his EBVs.
August 2023 TransTasman Angus Cattle Evaluation Indexes CEDir CEDtrGLBW200400600MCWMilkSSDCCWTEMARIBP8RBYIMFNFI-FClawAngleABIABIL
Traits Observed: GL,BWT,200WT,400WT(x2),Scan(EMA,Rib,Rump,IMF),Genomics
Independent Assessments – Roger Evans
LD CAPITALIST 316PV
SIREMUSGRAVE 316 EXCLUSIVEPV
MUSGRAVE PRIM LASSIE 163-386#
H P C A PROCEEDPV DAM BEN NEVIS JEAN N238PV
– Roger Evans
Purchased by:
Another pea in a pod ET brother to Lots 1, 24, 42,46, 47 and 74 and this guy has an extra splash of style to go with the carbon copy of a slick skin, balanced tidy structure and a hunk a chunk of muscle. Super expressive in his shape and free moving with such pride and sire appeal. We can’t commend this run of brothers enough. Suitable for heifers. Pictured on page 24.
Angus Cattle Evaluation
Traits Observed: BWT,200WT,400WT,600WT,Scan(EMA,Rib,Rump,IMF),Genomics
HBRHBR 10/3/2022 ID NBN22T106 MATING TYPE AI GENETIC STATUS AMFU,CAFU,DDFU,NHFU
BALDRIDGE BEAST MODE B074PV
SIRE BEN NEVIS QUANTICO Q40SV
BEN NEVIS DORMIST H26#
ASCOT HALLMARK H147PV
DAM BEN NEVIS BURNETTE N122PV
NEMONAVILLE BANDETTA H50SV
Oompa loompa this is a solid boy and we named him Trump Card because bulls like this don’t come along very often. If you need to add fleshing ability and constitution back into your breeding program then this boy is a game changer. He is the deepest, softest bull in the sale in the 18 mo’s and is super quiet as well as a character and a show off. I have more photos of him on my camera than any other bull in the catalogue because he quite likes the green carpet walk. It’s no surprise he has that wonderful cow in his pedigree Nemonaville Bandetta H50 (stems from Forres Burnette A22) – this is exactly why we purchased this cow and while you’ll treasure this bulls progeny. Scanned = second for P8 fat.
August 2023 TransTasman Angus Cattle Evaluation Indexes CEDir CEDtrGLBW200400600MCWMilkSSDCCWTEMARIBP8RBYIMFNFI-FClawAngleABIABIL
HOOVER NO DOUBTPV
SIRESTERLING PACIFIC 904PV
BALDRIDGE ISABEL B082#
ASCOT HALLMARK H147PV
DAM BEN NEVIS DORMIST P23SV
BEN NEVIS DORMIST H26#
Based on scan, pedigree and genomics Tic-Tac will be a great tactic (it’s late at night when I write this so please forgive the bad Dad joke), to fold some extra IMF into your herd. We have always strived to be above average for marbling to ensure our clients have keys to unlock the premium markets and market flexibility. It is important not to compromise type or productive traits when doing this and with the power of Pacific on you can be assured he will perform. He has extra depth of rib and length of spine. His dam is a maternal sister to our $40,000 stud Sire (sold to Bowmont) in Quantico whose sons feature in this sale. Scanned = fifth highest IMF.
August 2023 TransTasman Angus Cattle Evaluation Indexes CEDir CEDtrGLBW200400600MCWMilkSSDCCWTEMARIBP8RBYIMFNFI-FClawAngleABIABIL
Traits Observed: GL,BWT,200WT,400WT(x2),Scan(EMA,Rib,Rump,IMF),Genomics
G A R PROPHETSV
SIREBALDRIDGE FORECASTER B160PV
BALDRIDGE PRATISSA W165#
ASCOT LION HEART L305PV
DAM BEN NEVIS VIOLIN P13PV
BEN NEVIS VIOLIN K3SV
Tactic is a bull with extra fleshing and expression of muscle being bigger through his quarter and especially his lower thigh. Forecaster really throws great heads into his bulls as well as length and Tactic is not only wider through the lower third but muscled closer to the hock. He is a smart bull with balance and constitution. His brother S39 sold last year to Zac Reid for $18K. Suitable for heifers.
August 2023 TransTasman Angus Cattle Evaluation Indexes CEDir CEDtrGLBW200400600MCWMilkSSDCCWTEMARIBP8RBYIMFNFI-FClawAngleABIABIL
2.3-5.7-5.54.565120149130182.2-4.7832.6-2.7-3.60.31.6-0.180.960.8$214$380 ACC 57%46%71%72%73%70%71%68%62%65%38%62%62%63%62%56%66%51%67%67%--
Independent Assessments – Roger Evans
G A R PROPHETSV SIREBALDRIDGE FORECASTER B160PV BALDRIDGE PRATISSA W165#
BEN NEVIS KIBAH K37SV
DAM BEN NEVIS JEAN M30PV BEN NEVIS JEAN H215SV
Traits Observed: BWT,200WT,400WT,600WT,Scan(EMA,Rib,Rump,IMF),Genomics
Purchased by:
While not the biggest of his full ET brothers (Lots 2,7 and 20) Trajectory is certainly in contention for the smartest made, best combination package of this joining. He has his dam’s style, freedom of movement and proud stance with the slick coat and constitution of his famous dad. This is a bull that is impeccably balanced in his type and balanced in his data set which allows you to make impressive genetic gain while folding in our treasured Jean bloodline. His full brother follows in the next Lot. Suitable for heifers.
August 2023 TransTasman Angus Cattle Evaluation Indexes CEDir CEDtrGLBW200400600MCWMilkSSDCCWTEMARIBP8RBYIMFNFI-FClawAngleABIABIL
Independent Assessments – Roger Evans TempFCRC FA RARSRHLMSNFrameCoat
20
G A R PROPHETSV
SIREBALDRIDGE FORECASTER B160PV
BALDRIDGE PRATISSA W165#
BEN NEVIS KIBAH K37SV
DAM BEN NEVIS JEAN M30PV
BEN NEVIS JEAN H215SV
Traits Observed: BWT,200WT,400WT,600WT,Scan(EMA,Rib,Rump,IMF),Genomics
Purchased by:
Techtonic is really the powerful performance bull of this joining He stands down heavy on the scales and will transmit those $ earned through to his progeny. On top of this you get the maternal attributes of his family line flowing through to your daughters and if it’s like our herd you will treasure them and rely on them time after time. He has full ET brothers in Lots 2, 7 and the previous Lot. He is a full brother to the previous lot and your last chance to get one.
August 2023
TransTasman Angus Cattle Evaluation Indexes CEDir CEDtrGLBW200400600MCWMilkSSDCCWTEMARIBP8RBYIMFNFI-FClawAngleABIABIL
ACC 56%44%69%74%72%71%73%67%61%64%37%61%60%61%61%55%64%49%68%68%--
Assessments – Roger Evans
Traits Observed: BWT,200WT,400WT,600WT,Scan(EMA,Rib,Rump,IMF),Genomics
EF COMMANDO 1366PV
SIREMILLAH MURRAH PARATROOPER P15PV
MILLAH MURRAH ELA M9PV
MILWILLAH PROCEED L117SV
DAM BEN NEVIS KIWI Q262SV
BEN NEVIS KIWI M47#
Lot
Tachi is just four legged style. He has that extra softness and fineness of coat that he gets from his famous sire which is reflected in his fleshing ability also. We love that he couples this with a depth thoughout and the way he ties deep into his quarter. When you look from behind he has a super silky seat to his pants which is an old fashioned indicator for meat quality and maternal ability. He has some serious runs on the performance board where he scanned with the = fifth highest EMA and = fourth P8 fat. Suitable for heifers. Pictured on page 24.
August 2023 TransTasman Angus Cattle Evaluation Indexes CEDir CEDtrGLBW200400600MCWMilkSSDCCWTEMARIBP8RBYIMFNFI-FClawAngleABIABIL
HOOVER NO DOUBTPV
SIRESTERLING PACIFIC 904PV
BALDRIDGE ISABEL B082#
BALDRIDGE BEAST MODE B074PV
DAM BEN NEVIS FLORYX Q6SV
BEN NEVIS FLORYX N18PV
Traits Observed: BWT,200WT,400WT(x2),Scan(EMA,Rib,Rump,IMF),Genomics
by:
Trinidad and his full ET brother Tobago in the next lot are like peas in a pod and they stand out from the general run of bulls because of their their extreme muscularity and shape. He has a really strong, sire head with a broad muzzle and when you get over the top of him, he has an expansive spring of rib and a huge hip. Unlike some heavy muscled cattle, he is deep in the flank and quarter giving him softness and balance. Trinidad and Tobago’s maternal brother Smokin Joe by Fireball sold to Merit Farms last year for $35,000 and has been taken up by ABS. If you want calving ease followed by herd changing early explosive growth with above average marbling then you can’t go past this bull. B – muscle. Suitable for heifers.
August 2023 TransTasman Angus Cattle Evaluation Indexes CEDir CEDtrGLBW200400600MCWMilkSSDCCWTEMARIBP8RBYIMFNFI-FClawAngleABIABIL
Independent Assessments – Roger Evans
HOOVER NO DOUBTPV
SIRESTERLING PACIFIC 904PV
BALDRIDGE ISABEL B082#
BALDRIDGE BEAST MODE B074PV DAM BEN NEVIS FLORYX Q6SV
BEN NEVIS FLORYX N18PV
Purchased by:
Traits Observed: BWT,200WT,400WT,600WT,Scan(EMA,Rib,Rump,IMF),Genomics Lot
If you missed Trinidad in the previous lot (read his comments) then Tobago offers an even more amazing birth to growth spread than his chunky full brother with the same muscularity and excellent sires head. I have him described in my book as a ‘moving mammoth’ as it’s just so hard to comprehend the sheer density and bulk of these two brothers. On top of what they both add in terms of herd changing dimension they are both so beautifully quiet. Suitable for heifers.
August 2023
TransTasman Angus Cattle Evaluation
Indexes CEDir CEDtrGLBW200400600MCWMilkSSDCCWTEMARIBP8RBYIMFNFI-FClawAngleABIABIL
Traits Observed: BWT,200WT,400WT,600WT,Scan(EMA,Rib,Rump,IMF),Genomics
Independent Assessments – Roger Evans
HBRHBR 17/2/2022 ID NBN22T414 MATING TYPE ET GENETIC STATUS AMFU,CAFU,DDFU,NHFU
LD CAPITALIST 316PV
SIREMUSGRAVE 316 EXCLUSIVEPV
MUSGRAVE PRIM LASSIE 163-386#
H P C A PROCEEDPV
DAM BEN NEVIS JEAN N238PV
BEN NEVIS JEAN H215SV
Love, love, love this bull. He is a chock full of muscle and has extra style and presence gifted to him by his beautiful dam and such a lofty, proud head-carriage. The whole bull is appealing but he adds the most value his muscularity with incredible spring and dimension through his rib, combined with his strength and width of spine. Just an easy choice no matter how you look at him. His full ET brothers sell as Lot 1, 15,42, 46, 47 and 74. Suitable for heifers.
August 2023 TransTasman Angus Cattle Evaluation Indexes
CEDir CEDtrGLBW200400600MCWMilkSSDCCWTEMARIBP8RBYIMFNFI-FClawAngleABIABIL
ASCOT LION HEART L305PV
SIREBEN NEVIS PODIUM P242SV
BEN NEVIS CELESTE J121SV
RENNYLEA J474SV
DAM BEN NEVIS DORMIST R301PV
BEN NEVIS DORMIST L28PV
Gee this guy has some evidence behind his value in terms of his data set, pedigree, his performance in the flesh and then the balance and the style of the bull himself. He makes a compelling argument. His pedigree is stacked with Donor cows on both sides and we flushed his dam for the first time this past Autumn. He is a heifers’ first calf with his dam being a full sister to Lots 8, 49, 54 and maternal sister to Lot 4, all out of the $18,000 Ben Nevis Dormist L28. In the flesh he is beautifully made, with a smooth shoulder, strong top and big quarter. As well as facilitating calving ease he will fold carcase excellence into your herd. Genetically identical to Lot 54. He scanned = fifth highest IMF, = fourth P8 fat. Suitable for heifers.
August 2023 TransTasman Angus Cattle Evaluation Indexes CEDir CEDtrGLBW200400600MCWMilkSSDCCWTEMARIBP8RBYIMFNFI-FClawAngleABIABIL
Purchased by:
Traits Observed: BWT,200WT,400WT(x2),Scan(EMA,Rib,Rump,IMF),Genomics
Sterling Pacific 904 x Baldridge Beast Mode B074
Musgrave 316 Exclusive x H P C A Proceed
G A R PROPHETSV
SIREBALDRIDGE FORECASTER B160PV
BALDRIDGE PRATISSA W165#
ASCOT LION HEART L305PV
DAM BEN NEVIS WILCOOLA Q63PV
BEN NEVIS WILCOOLA L31SV
The balance and correctness of Tattoo allows him to be a bull that can cover a lot of country easily, he just glides. He is long but holds himself well due to his structural correctness with plenty of dimension in terms of width and depth through his hindquarter. What a great data set he has to suit either cows or heifers with a combination of both calving ease and performance across the board. He descends from our investment into the famous Wilcoola family with his donor Granddam L31 selling to the Parfett family for $13,000 in 2020. He scanned = fourth highest EMA, equal third P8 fat. Suitable for heifers.
August 2023 TransTasman Angus Cattle Evaluation Indexes CEDir CEDtrGLBW200400600MCWMilkSSDCCWTEMARIBP8RBYIMFNFI-FClawAngleABIABIL
BALDRIDGE BEAST MODE B074PV
SIRE BEN NEVIS QUANTICO Q40SV
BEN NEVIS DORMIST H26#
ASCOT LION HEART L305PV
DAM BEN NEVIS LAURA Q39SV
BEN NEVIS LAURA L100#
Traits Observed: GL,BWT,200WT,400WT,Scan(EMA,Rib,Rump,IMF),Genomics
Purchased by:
The last of the 18 month old bulls for a bit as we move into the true yearlings in the next lot. Theron is a bigger framed bull who not only has scale but extra length and is very powerful in his makeup. He has a thumping hindquarter with good expression down through his lower thigh. He offers tremendous flexibility in his data set that can target lighter weights through to the premium longer fed markets and he will breed excellent replacement females with capacity.
August 2023 TransTasman Angus Cattle Evaluation Indexes CEDir CEDtrGLBW200400600MCWMilkSSDCCWTEMARIBP8RBYIMFNFI-FClawAngleABIABIL
Independent Assessments – Roger Evans
Traits Observed: GL,BWT,200WT,400WT(x2),Scan(EMA,Rib,Rump,IMF),Genomics
NOTE AGE DIFFERENCE: these bulls are on average six months younger than Lots 1 – 27 (Autumn drop bulls). They are well grown yearling bulls who are ready to work, semen tested, vet inspected and structurally assessed. Just because he is a yearling doesn't make him a heifer bull, so please continue to check for our recommendations. All of the bulls in the yearling section received a one for temperament which is the highest score they can get independently assessed by Roger Evans (Accreditation No 1018).
We are very proud of this draft and welcome your inspection.
BEN NEVIS NEWSFLASH N239PV
SIREBEN NEVIS RAMBO R230PV
BEN NEVIS CELESTE J121SV
BRAVEHEART OF STERNSV
DAM BEN NEVIS JEAN M72SV
BEN NEVIS JEAN K24#
We are so excited to present to you this batch of our true yearlings and it was a no-brainer who to start with. Titanium combines not only two of our best cow lines but without a doubt two of our best cows. M72 is the dam who breeds a ‘front rower’ bull after bull. It’s rare to see a hindquarter like this in an Angus bull but unlike other really heavy muscled animals he is free moving, upheaded and easy doing. He covers his billowing muscle with a soft silky wrap and a fine coat and is whisk clean throughout the seat of his pants indicating his maternal attributes to pass on. Tasman’s maternal brother Shrek was one of the stars of our 2022 sale selling to Andrew Dean for $26,000, his maternal sister P117 is a donor in her own right. Not surprisingly he scanned the = second highest EMA, = second highest P8 fat. Independently assessed as a B muscle. Maternal brothers in the sale include Lots 43, 67 and 68 but this is the only one by the exciting new sire Rambo.
August 2023 TransTasman Angus Cattle Evaluation Indexes
CEDtrGLBW200400600MCWMilkSSDCCWTEMARIBRUMPRBYIMFNFI-FClawAngleABIABIL
BEN NEVIS NEWSFLASH N239PV
SIREBEN NEVIS RAMBO R230PV
BEN NEVIS CELESTE J121SV
ASCOT GLOBAL L369SV
DAM BEN NEVIS GERANIUM P370SV
BEN NEVIS GERANIUM K10#
Easily one of the pick bulls of the sale and with his show stopping looks balancing his impressive data set this is, in our opinion, a bull worthy of stud attention. A curve bender who in the flesh is the = fifth highest ADG bull in the contemporary with excellent carcase – what a combination! Sometimes extra thickness binds animals up but in Tribunes case he has the correct structure to handle it. His depth and softness and that extra sparkle of pure quality means he will leave you with females to treasure. Pedigree wise, his dam’s first calf sold for $18,000 in our 2021 sale with her second calf selling to stud duties with astute breeders Colin and Lisa Keevers at Alumy Creek, NSW for $16,000. Add to all of this he scanned = third for IMF and = fourth for EMA. Semen retained for in herd use. We are very proud of this bull. Suitable for heifers.
August 2023 TransTasman Angus Cattle Evaluation Indexes CEDir CEDtrGLBW200400600MCWMilkSSDCCWTEMARIBRUMPRBYIMFNFI-FClawAngleABIABIL
Independent Assessments – Roger Evans
Purchased by:
Traits Observed: BWT,200WT,400WT,Scan(EMA,Rib,Rump,IMF),DOC,Genomics
BEN NEVIS NEWSFLASH N239PV
SIREBEN NEVIS RAMBO R230PV
BEN NEVIS CELESTE J121SV
BALDRIDGE COMPASS C041SV
DAM BEN NEVIS JUNE N136PV
BEN NEVIS JUNE H88E
Tsar is a truly exciting bull that can take us to the next phase in creating our dream cow herd and he will feature heavily for us in future years as an AI sire but we offer the bull and semen rights here today. He offers pure thump and capacity like no other bull in the sale with an exquisite softness both in skin and doing ability. He has a jaw and head on him that symbolises the rock solid foundation he is built on and those foundations are wrapped in the finest quality flesh. He is beautifully balanced, docile and just a pleasure to be around. He scanned the fattest of all the bulls in his large contemporary and we trust in time with progeny and advances in identifying new markers in genomics that his BREEDPLAN figures will better reflect that. We are pretty chuffed overall with his report card being the equal highest P8 fat, second highest ADG bull in sale, = third highest IMF, = third EMA with a B- muscle. Semen retained for in herd use. Suitable for heifers. Pictured on page 30 and 33.
August 2023 TransTasman Angus Cattle Evaluation Indexes CEDir CEDtrGLBW200400600MCWMilkSSDCCWTEMARIBRUMPRBYIMFNFI-FClawAngleABIABIL
EBV 5.36.1-10.74.066117157130252.0-2.9916.0-3.2-4.50.63.30.080.740.98$241$417 ACC 57%45%71%73%73%70%70%67%60%64%34%60%57%61%61%53%62%48%61%61%--
Independent Assessments – Roger Evans TempFCRC FA RARSRHLMSNFrameCoat
BEN
HBRHBR 9/7/2022
Traits Observed: BWT,200WT,400WT,Scan(EMA,IMF),DOC,Genomics
Purchased by:
ID NBN22T242 MATING TYPE Natural GENETIC STATUS AMFU,CAFU,DDFU,NHFU
ASCOT LION HEART L305PV
SIREBEN NEVIS PODIUM P242SV
BEN NEVIS CELESTE J121SV
BANQUET NIXON N099SV
DAM BEN NEVIS GERANIUM Q346SV
BEN NEVIS GERANIUM N241E
Thor has long been the standout bull of this yearling bull contemporary and he has been an easy pick for all those who have seen him. It’s hard for my words to do him justice except to say that of all the bulls in the sale he best combines all the quality and performance traits both in the flesh and on paper that we need to breed cattle that are both profitable and that we are immensely proud of. He is extra long and heavy, with the structural integrity to hold it all together and he finishes it off with the most beautiful Angus head and kind face. He is a complete gentleman. In the contemporary he was third highest ADG, scanned with the highest EMA, equal second highest P8 fat, high MF and a B- muscle. Please note that his Granddam has an E on her pedigree as her Donor Dam (his Great Granddam) was no longer around to get the higher density snip required to prove parentage. Semen retained for in herd use. Suitable for heifers.
August 2023 TransTasman Angus Cattle Evaluation Indexes CEDir CEDtrGLBW200400600MCWMilkSSDCCWTEMARIBRUMPRBYIMFNFI-FClawAngleABIABIL
Purchased by:
TE MANIA KIRBY K138PV
SIRETE MANIA PYTHAGORAS P44PV
TE MANIA BEEAC M122SV
BANQUET NIXON N099SV
DAM BEN NEVIS GERANIUM L234 Q150SV
BEN NEVIS GERANIUM L234#
Traits Observed: BWT,200WT,400WT,Scan(EMA,Rib,Rump,IMF),DOC,Genomics
Tectonic for us is one of the most stylish and different bulls in the sale combining thump with smooth handsome. At first glance you would be impressed by his outlook and overall appeal as he has a fantastic front end with a wedge shape and huge bulging hindquarter. When you look into him that you realise that he’s not just a pretty boy as he weighs like lead being the equal fourth highest ADG bull in the sale as well as posting the second highest IMF scan. His performance in the flesh is backed up by his stud worthy data set and pedigree that is pretty unique combining the Te Mania Kirby carcase attributes with the maternal of Nixon and his Donor Great Grand Dam. He has impeccable structure that allows him to glide on the move with his held high and perfectly still. There is a small patch of white in front of his testicles. Pictured on page 34.
August 2023 TransTasman Angus Cattle Evaluation
EF COMMANDO 1366PV
SIREMILLAH MURRAH PARATROOPER P15PV
MILLAH MURRAH ELA M9PV
BALDRIDGE BEAST MODE B074PV
DAM BEN NEVIS KIWI P373SV
BEN NEVIS KIWI E134#
We knew the moment we saw Trojan that we had a freaky good calf on our hands. By the time we bought the mob in for their first 7-in-1 he looked like a silverback among chimps; broad, big, strong and thick. Today he still commands attention especially when he is on the move as he glides with his head stable and high, with a muscle of meat cruising along behind. Since birth he has continued to be the highest ADG bull in the sale. Due to his earlier maturity pattern we do expect him to slow up but he shows no sign yet. He is super docile. His big frame, deep sided dam has also posted two A+ rated heifers and has been flushed this Spring. Not surprisingly he scanned the = second highest EMA and has been independently assessed as a B muscle.
August 2023 TransTasman Angus Cattle Evaluation Indexes CEDir CEDtrGLBW200400600MCWMilkSSDCCWTEMARIBRUMPRBYIMFNFI-FClawAngleABIABIL
ASCOT LION HEART L305PV
SIREBEN NEVIS PODIUM P242SV
BEN NEVIS CELESTE J121SV
MILWILLAH PROCEED L117SV
DAM BEN NEVIS DORYX Q194PV
BEN NEVIS JEAN M88PV
A number of visitors have picked out and keep coming back to this bull in the mob. He combines style, presence and power with extra extension and a whole lot of ‘look at me’ about him. This is a bull that is built top down where all the value lies. His grand-dam is an absolute tank from our Donor pen that we unfortunately lost to grass tetany last year and he blends two phenomenal cows in on both sides of his pedigree. He has a small patch of white in front of his testicles and has had pink eye which has been treated with no long term effects and full visibility. Scanned = third EMA.
August 2023 TransTasman Angus Cattle Evaluation Indexes CEDir CEDtrGLBW200400600MCWMilkSSDCCWTEMARIBRUMPRBYIMFNFI-FClawAngleABIABIL
Independent Assessments – Roger Evans
Traits Observed: BWT,200WT,400WT,Scan(EMA,Rib,Rump,IMF),DOC,Genomics
HBRHBR 10/8/2022 ID NBN22T293 MATING TYPE AI
BEN NEVIS NEWSFLASH N239PV
SIREBEN NEVIS RAMBO R230PV
BEN NEVIS CELESTE J121SV
BUSHS WIND CHILL 982PV
DAM BEN NEVIS GERANIUM P287SV
BEN NEVIS GERANIUM L66#
Tonto was one of my favourite names and this is one of my favourite bulls in the sale. He is just easy to like whichever way you look at him and has passed every on the ground performance test with flying colours, being the first for P8 fat, third highest IMF, = fourth highest EMA and = fifth highest ADG. That overall performance is just extraordinary and backed up by his unique pedigree and data set. He is just a lovely bull that is super quiet.
August 2023 TransTasman Angus Cattle Evaluation Indexes CEDir CEDtrGLBW200400600MCWMilkSSDCCWTEMARIBRUMPRBYIMFNFI-FClawAngleABIABIL
BEN NEVIS NEWSFLASH N239PV
SIREBEN NEVIS RAMBO R230PV
BEN NEVIS CELESTE J121SV
MILWILLAH PROCEED L117SV
DAM BEN NEVIS JEAN P291SV
BEN NEVIS JEAN E31#
Traits Observed: BWT,200WT,400WT,Scan(EMA,Rib,IMF),DOC,Genomics
Purchased by: $
Easily one of the better bulls in the draft with his combination of powerhouse muscle, balance and structural soundness. He has that perfect strong top with a well laid in tail set and is so smooth in his make up and yet packed chock full of red meat. He is very similar in type to Lot 29 and is so impeccably balanced. He was tested for NH and unfortunately came back as a carrier but that would not preclude him from really adding real value to a cross breeding situation. Scanned = fifth EMA.
August 2023 TransTasman Angus Cattle Evaluation Indexes CEDir CEDtrGLBW200400600MCWMilkSSDCCWTEMARIBRUMPRBYIMFNFI-FClawAngleABIABIL
– Roger Evans
Traits Observed: BWT,200WT,400WT,Scan(EMA,Rib,Rump,IMF),DOC,Genomics
L117
BEN NEVIS NEWSFLASH N239PV
SIREBEN NEVIS RAMBO R230PV
BEN NEVIS CELESTE J121SV
G A R PROPHETSV
DAM BEN NEVIS FLORINA P164#
BEN NEVIS FLORINA H92#
This is one impressive Stud Muffin whose composition of natural thickness, structural perfection and style is harmonic. We get such a kick out of looking at a bull so beautifully made as Tactical. If you want to improve strength of spine, tail and leg set and add depth of flank, thigh and a gorgeous skin then this is your guy. With an impressive data set and structural scores behind him, we feel he is worthy of stud attention. Scanned fifth highest IMF. B- muscle. Suitable for heifers.
August 2023 TransTasman Angus Cattle Evaluation Indexes CEDir CEDtrGLBW200400600MCWMilkSSDCCWTEMARIBRUMPRBYIMFNFI-FClawAngleABIABIL
EBV 4.90.7-3.62.6549311582202.5-5.5788.6-1.2-0.80.72.20.150.680.94$238$377
Independent Assessments – Roger Evans
HBRHBR 19/7/2022 ID NBN22T243 MATING TYPE AI
BEN NEVIS NEWSFLASH N239PV
SIREBEN NEVIS RAMBO R230PV
BEN NEVIS CELESTE J121SV
BEN NEVIS JUDO J158SV
DAM BEN NEVIS GERANIUM P119SV
BEN NEVIS GERANIUM M83SV
This is an awesome pen of bulls and while it was a hard gig to find a bull to follow Lot 37, Touchdown fills the role with ease. We get so excited when genetic combinations work, but even more excited when they work consistently and this Rambo x Judo one is a touchdown... get it? This bull has an abundance of powerful early growth and doing ability. We believe he will continue on to be a bigger bull than most of the contemporary, so he will be great to use if you need more stretch. Add to this his carcase excellence in an outcross bloodline and you give yourself enormous flexibility with compromising type and real time performance. Suitable for heifers.
August 2023 TransTasman Angus Cattle Evaluation Indexes CEDir CEDtrGLBW200400600MCWMilkSSDCCWTEMARIBRUMPRBYIMFNFI-FClawAngleABIABIL
Independent Assessments – Roger Evans
Traits Observed: BWT,200WT,400WT,Scan(EMA,Rib,Rump,IMF),DOC,Genomics Lot
BEN NEVIS NEWSFLASH N239PV
SIREBEN NEVIS RAMBO R230PV
BEN NEVIS CELESTE J121SV
ASCOT LION HEART L305PV
DAM BEN NEVIS KIWI N177SV
BEN NEVIS KIWI G49#
If you are looking to ensure you fold extra carcase in without compromising performance, then this bigger framed Rambo son gives you so many options to shift your herd in the right direction. Within his large contemporary of 80 bulls at the time, he scanned the highest IMF which reflects the way genomics sees his potential. Most high IMF bulls give away a bit on weight but he is also one of the heaviest bulls in the draft who is as deep as an ocean, deep flanked and naturally thick. He is also one of the quietest bulls in the sale. Overall a great all rounder!
August 2023 TransTasman Angus Cattle Evaluation Indexes CEDir CEDtrGLBW200400600MCWMilkSSDCCWTEMARIBRUMPRBYIMFNFI-FClawAngleABIABIL
56%43%71%74%73%70%70%67%59%63%33%60%56%59%59%52%62%48%61%61%--
Traits Observed: BWT,200WT,400WT,Scan(EMA,Rib,Rump,IMF),DOC,Genomics
HBRHBR 19/7/2022
ID NBN22T250 MATING TYPE AI GENETIC STATUS AMFU,CAFU,DDFU,NHFU
BEN NEVIS NEWSFLASH N239PV
SIREBEN NEVIS RAMBO R230PV
BEN NEVIS CELESTE J121SV
ASCOT HALLMARK H147PV
DAM BEN NEVIS JEAN N172SV
BEN NEVIS JEAN F8#
Taurus is a proud, upstanding bull that commands your attention. He has a strong, straight spine and will improve tail set and structural correctness throughout, while transmitting a wealth of carcase and maternal genetics. In the flesh he is one of the heavier bulls in the sale and this is reflected in his EBVs. He is slightly later maturing and will continue to grow on to be a magnificent bull and will be a real cow producer as well. He scanned = fifth highest EMA.
August 2023 TransTasman Angus Cattle Evaluation Indexes CEDir CEDtrGLBW200400600MCWMilkSSDCCWTEMARIBRUMPRBYIMFNFI-FClawAngleABIABIL
LD CAPITALIST 316PV
SIREMUSGRAVE 316 EXCLUSIVEPV
MUSGRAVE PRIM LASSIE 163-386#
H P C A PROCEEDPV
DAM BEN NEVIS JEAN N238PV
BEN NEVIS JEAN H215SV
Thorin has six full ET brothers in the sale in Lots 1, 15, 24, 46, 47 and 74 and is the consistency in these bull is a real testament to the potency of their beautiful dam N238 who is a full ET sister to widely used stud sire ben Nevis Newsflash owned by Bannaby and the daughter of the $82,000 Ben Nevis Jean M30 owned BY Bannaby and Banquet. Thorin has the same tidy, heavy muscled makeup of his brothers with a proud masculine stance but he will grow into a bigger frame bull than his brothers. His shoulder set up is superb and he packs a punch behind the shoulder which is an area of weakness in most cattle and represents a really valuable cut at the end of the longdissimus dorsi. He really should be further up the Lots. This is a bull with a personality and he is both inquisitive and gentle. Fantastic data-set. He scanned = second P8 fat with a high IMF. Suitable for heifers.
August 2023 TransTasman Angus Cattle Evaluation Indexes CEDir CEDtrGLBW200400600MCWMilkSSDCCWTEMARIBRUMPRBYIMFNFI-FClawAngleABIABIL
Observed: BWT,200WT,400WT,Scan(EMA,Rib,Rump,IMF),DOC,Genomics
RENNYLEA L508PV
SIREDUNOON PRIME MINISTER P758SV
DUNOON JAPARA M1008#
BRAVEHEART OF STERNSV
DAM BEN NEVIS JEAN M72SV
BEN NEVIS JEAN K24#
This is the second of four sons of M72 to sell in this sale with his full brothers selling at Lots 67 and 68. She is THE big bull getter in our herd and never misses at creating something special. It’s hard to believe, but Troy was orphaned at one month of age when his recip dam died of grass tetany. Most orphans don’t recover but no-one told Troy that and look at him now, all swagger and muscle and style. His maternal brother Shrek was one of the stars of our 2022 sale selling to Andrew Deans for $26,000, his maternal sister P117 is a donor in her own right. Scanned = fifth EMA.
August 2023 TransTasman Angus Cattle Evaluation Indexes CEDir CEDtrGLBW200400600MCWMilkSSDCCWTEMARIBRUMPRBYIMFNFI-FClawAngleABIABIL
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TE MANIA KIRBY K138PV
SIRETE MANIA PYTHAGORAS P44PV
TE MANIA BEEAC M122SV
MILWILLAH REALITY L19PV
DAM BEN NEVIS JEAN P224SV
BEN NEVIS JEAN L231#
You’re investing in a combination of docility, carcase and maternal genetics when you consider this bull. His dam stems from the famous Burnett A22, a cow line we have always watched and admired and his Grandam Nemonaville H50 was a freak of nature for being ‘that’ big capacity, easy doing Angus cow that just pumps out the best calf every year. Skin is a real feature of the line and this bull is no exception- he adds in a great strong top line, plus calving ease and growth. He scanned = fourth for EMA which is a phenomenal effort out of such a large contemporary and being one of the youngest. If you miss him he has a close relation in Lot 73.
August 2023 TransTasman Angus Cattle Evaluation Indexes CEDir CEDtrGLBW200400600MCWMilkSSDCCWTEMARIBRUMPRBYIMFNFI-FClawAngleABIABIL
– Roger Evans
Traits Observed: BWT,200WT,400WT,Scan(EMA,Rib,Rump,IMF),DOC,Genomics
HBRHBR 13/3/2022
TE MANIA KIRBY K138PV
SIRETE MANIA PYTHAGORAS P44PV
TE MANIA BEEAC M122SV
BEN NEVIS MONARCH M128SV
DAM BEN NEVIS UMBRA R44#
BEN NEVIS UMBRA M179#
Tolstoys dad Pythagorus has been an exceptional buy from us as he has been able to give us a boost in IMF without compromising the type and traits we want our cow herd to live by. His pedigree contains big deep females that are easy fleshing with extra IMF under the hide and in the flesh he is, like his maternal grandsire deep sided with a soft slick coat. He adds plenty of performance for growth along with this.
August 2023 TransTasman Angus Cattle Evaluation Indexes CEDir CEDtrGLBW200400600MCWMilkSSDCCWTEMARIBP8RBYIMFNFI-FClawAngleABIABIL
EBV 8.27.0-134.055105137121251.4-5.5815.2-0.5-0.50.02.70.241.00.96$228$409 ACC 53%41%82%70%72%69%69%66%58%63%35%59%58%60%60%54%63%48%65%65%--
Independent Assessments – Roger Evans
Purchased by:
Traits Observed: GL,200WT,400WT(x2),Scan(EMA,Rib,Rump,IMF),Genomics
LD CAPITALIST 316PV
SIREMUSGRAVE 316 EXCLUSIVEPV
MUSGRAVE PRIM LASSIE 163-386#
H P C A PROCEEDPV
DAM BEN NEVIS JEAN N238PV
BEN NEVIS JEAN H215SV
It was really hard to know which of these full ET brothers to put first as they are so alike. Tenacity offers a calving ease option with excellent carcase and growth attributes, he really is an all rounder. My paddock comments for him always mention how balanced and neat he is with a tidy sheath, terrific head and an abundance of natural thickness. Like all the brothers he transmits the slick coat gene which we chase. Full ET brothers in Lots 1, 15, 24, 42, the previous lot and 74. Suitable for heifers.
August 2023 TransTasman Angus Cattle Evaluation Indexes CEDir CEDtrGLBW200400600MCWMilkSSDCCWTEMARIBP8RBYIMFNFI-FClawAngleABIABIL
Independent Assessments – Roger Evans
LD CAPITALIST 316PV
SIREMUSGRAVE 316 EXCLUSIVEPV
MUSGRAVE PRIM LASSIE 163-386#
H P C A PROCEEDPV
DAM BEN NEVIS JEAN N238PV
BEN NEVIS JEAN H215SV
Purchased by:
Traits Observed: BWT,200WT,400WT,600WT,Scan(EMA,Rib,Rump,IMF),Genomics Lot
Thickshake is a full brother to the previous lot as well as Lot 1, 15, 24, 42 and 74. Like his brothers he is just a chunky munster with a power of width through the top, out through his hip and down through his quarter. He has a great head, sire appeal, skin and is beautifully docile. Pretty much bullet proof. Suitable for heifers.
August 2023
TransTasman Angus Cattle Evaluation
Indexes CEDir CEDtrGLBW200400600MCWMilkSSDCCWTEMARIBP8RBYIMFNFI-FClawAngleABIABIL
Traits Observed: BWT,200WT,400WT,600WT,Scan(EMA,Rib,Rump,IMF),Genomics
Independent Assessments – Roger Evans
G A R PROPHETSV
SIREBALDRIDGE FORECASTER B160PV
BALDRIDGE PRATISSA W165#
AYRVALE BARTEL E7PV
DAM BEN NEVIS JEAN M88PV
BEN NEVIS JEAN K2SV
Torino is an exceptionally long bull who is an ideal shape for an easy calving, he backs this up with a birthweight conducive to the same outcome. The bonus will be the extra weight he will transmit to those easily born calves and the high IMF blood females he will leave you behind that will give excellent market flexibility and enable you to target the premium trades. Suitable for heifers.
August 2023 TransTasman Angus Cattle Evaluation Indexes CEDir CEDtrGLBW200400600MCWMilkSSDCCWTEMARIBP8RBYIMFNFI-FClawAngleABIABIL
BWT,200WT,400WT,600WT,Scan(EMA,Rib,Rump,IMF),Genomics
AYRVALE BARTEL E7PV
SIREBEN NEVIS METAMORPHIC M51SV
BEN NEVIS JEAN K80#
RENNYLEA J474SV
DAM BEN NEVIS DORMIST Q403PV
BEN NEVIS DORMIST L28PV
Traction is a very long bodied, higher yielding type of a bull who is smooth and well laid in about the shoulder. He has a slick coat which is something we have been building into our herd as we see it reflect on animals that have better scans for IMF and fleck as well as being those animals that do better in our country and re breed faster. As well as his physical attributes facilitating ease of calving he is backed up genetically with a lower birth weight. Suitable for heifers.
August 2023 TransTasman Angus Cattle Evaluation Indexes CEDir CEDtrGLBW200400600MCWMilkSSDCCWTEMARIBP8RBYIMFNFI-FClawAngleABIABIL
Traits Observed: GL,BWT,200WT,400WT(x2),Scan(EMA,Rib,Rump,IMF),Genomics
LD CAPITALIST 316PV
SIREMUSGRAVE 316 EXCLUSIVEPV
MUSGRAVE PRIM LASSIE 163-386#
PA FULL POWER 1208PV
DAM BEN NEVIS JEAN N651PV
BEN NEVIS JEAN H103SV
LD CAPITALIST 316PV
SIREMUSGRAVE 316 EXCLUSIVEPV
MUSGRAVE PRIM LASSIE 163-386#
PA FULL POWER 1208PV
DAM BEN NEVIS JEAN N651PV
BEN NEVIS JEAN H103SV
Our ET program has been really successful in allowing us to boost not only the quality but the consistency of our programme and we are seeing the benefits multiplied over time. Here comes a run of Exclusives out of the other wing of our Jean line that stems back to our highest grossing cow and most prolific breeder Jean H103. These three brothers offer a more consistent calving ease proposal with a finer front than the N238’s but still carrying the slick coast and muscularity. Tidal in the flesh is proud, balanced and very square. Suitable for heifers. Pictured on page 41.
August 2023 TransTasman Angus Cattle Evaluation
A real chunky nugget of a bull again from out ET program with full brothers in the following lot as well as the previous lot. He boasts an enormous spring of rib and a butterfly top. Trailboss is very neat and tidy in his makeup and has a terrific head and sire appeal. His shoulder and EBVs set will facilitate an easy calving while his progeny will have the natural thickness and constitution to nail lighter as well as premium heavy end markets. Suitable for heifers.
August 2023 TransTasman Angus Cattle Evaluation Indexes CEDir CEDtrGLBW200400600MCWMilkSSDCCWTEMARIBP8RBYIMFNFI-FClawAngleABIABIL
– Roger Evans
Traits Observed: BWT,200WT,400WT,600WT,Scan(EMA,Rib,Rump,IMF),Genomics
LD CAPITALIST 316PV
SIREMUSGRAVE 316 EXCLUSIVEPV
MUSGRAVE PRIM LASSIE 163-386#
PA FULL POWER 1208PV
DAM BEN NEVIS JEAN N651PV
BEN NEVIS JEAN H103SV
This is the last of the ET brothers from the previous two lots and 422 and like them he is a dual purpose bull who is designed to reduce your and your heifers stress at calving time. Exclusive really throws those classic Angus heads and whenever I go into the mob this bulls stands up and looks above the group strong and proud. He has a great top and an expressive shape to his hindquarter and is a great mover covering plenty of ground. Suitable for heifers.
August 2023 TransTasman Angus Cattle Evaluation Indexes CEDir CEDtrGLBW200400600MCWMilkSSDCCWTEMARIBP8RBYIMFNFI-FClawAngleABIABIL
2.50.0-1.83.0478710770252.3-3.6716.8-1.3-1.10.71.80.260.941.06$195$310 ACC 62%50%73%75%74%72%75%70%66%70%39%64%64%65%64%59%67%53%69%69%--
Independent Assessments – Roger Evans
TE MANIA KIRBY K138PV
SIRETE MANIA PYTHAGORAS P44PV
TE MANIA BEEAC M122SV
BEN NEVIS MONARCH M128SV
DAM BEN NEVIS FLORINA Q332SV
BEN NEVIS FLORINA N66SV
Purchased by:
Traits Observed: BWT,200WT,400WT,600WT,Scan(EMA,Rib,Rump,IMF),Genomics Lot
Tungsten is a pretty exciting genetic package offering a leap- forward for growth and IMF while keeping a real grip on extreme calving ease. Both he and his dam gets top ratings in our books for their feet, type and temperament so big ticks from us but he does more than that in adding an extra splash of quality. Again you need to look into the skin and connect thinness of his skin and softness of his coat to his IMF performance. He will breed such beautiful females that are wedge shaped like he is with a smooth shoulder and high capacity and expressive hindquarter and depth of rib. Suitable for heifers.
August 2023 TransTasman Angus Cattle Evaluation Indexes CEDir CEDtrGLBW200400600MCWMilkSSDCCWTEMARIBP8RBYIMFNFI-FClawAngleABIABIL
– Roger Evans
BALDRIDGE BEAST MODE B074PV SIRE BEN NEVIS QUANTICO Q40SV
BEN NEVIS DORMIST H26#
RENNYLEA J474SV
DAM BEN NEVIS DORMIST R300PV BEN NEVIS DORMIST L28PV
August 2023
Purchased by:
Traits Observed: BWT,200WT,400WT(x2),Scan(EMA,Rib,Rump,IMF),Genomics
Assessments – Roger Evans
This expressively muscled and stylish bull is bred identically to Lot 25 having both the same sire and with their dams being full ET sisters. Tonkin is a solid block of meat and boy can he move some booty as he gets about and really covers some ground. Like his genetical in Lot 25 he is a good looking bull with a straight spine and a tail head this is corrective and desirable. His dam is a maternal sister to Lot 4’s dam and a full sister to Lots 8, 25 and 49’s dams. Suitable for heifers. B- muscle
TransTasman Angus Cattle Evaluation Indexes
Traits Observed: GL,BWT,200WT,400WT(x2),Scan(EMA,Rib,Rump,IMF),Genomics
BALDRIDGE BEAST MODE B074PV
SIRE BEN NEVIS QUANTICO Q40SV
BEN NEVIS DORMIST H26#
ASCOT HALLMARK H147PV
DAM BEN NEVIS GERANIUM N87SV
BEN NEVIS GERANIUM G12#
Tailor Made’s maternal brother sold in our 2022 sale for $22,000 to Conrad Strahorn and this joining adds a little more EMA and IMF while maintaining the same physical attributes of balance with a trademark deep flank. Tailor made is a very well balanced bull which allows him to get his head up and cover ground easily, he carries his length more in the hip to pin rather than through the middle which explains this. One of the things that will strike you about this young bull is his deep rib and soft skin.
August 2023 TransTasman Angus Cattle Evaluation Indexes CEDir CEDtrGLBW200400600MCWMilkSSDCCWTEMARIBP8RBYIMFNFI-FClawAngleABIABIL
EBV -3.3-3.4-2.86.869113144135113.5-3.5795.4-3.1-3.80.42.5-0.380.80.72$203$357
Traits Observed: GL,BWT,200WT,400WT(x2),Scan(EMA,Rib,Rump,IMF),Genomics
Independent Assessments – Roger Evans
AYRVALE BARTEL E7PV
SIREBEN NEVIS METAMORPHIC M51SV
BEN NEVIS JEAN K80#
ASCOT LION HEART L305PV
DAM BEN NEVIS GERANIUM Q68PV
BEN NEVIS GERANIUM G26SV
Timberwolf is a very eye appealing bull that is chock full of performance. He is extremely athletic and strong and is very active among the bulls searching somewhere... anywhere for some female company. He has an excellent set of data that is ideally targeted to the premium longer fed jobs with above average growth, EMA and IMF.
August 2023 TransTasman Angus Cattle Evaluation Indexes CEDir CEDtrGLBW200400600MCWMilkSSDCCWTEMARIBP8RBYIMFNFI-FClawAngleABIABIL
Assessments – Roger Evans
FA RARSRHLMSNFrameCoat
BALDRIDGE BEAST MODE B074PV
SIRE BEN NEVIS QUANTICO Q40SV
BEN NEVIS DORMIST H26#
BALDRIDGE COMPASS C041SV
DAM BEN NEVIS JEAN N182SV
BEN NEVIS JEAN H5#
Purchased by:
Traits Observed: GL,BWT,200WT,400WT(x2),Scan(EMA,Rib,Rump,IMF),Genomics Lot 5
A very tidy, square bull with a very smooth shoulder and narrower chest floor and hips to facilitate calving ease. He carries his weight more in depth and length and is very balanced and easy on the move. His maternal brother sold for $12,000 in 2020. Suitable for heifers.
August 2023 TransTasman Angus Cattle Evaluation Indexes CEDir CEDtrGLBW200400600MCWMilkSSDCCWTEMARIBP8RBYIMFNFI-FClawAngleABIABIL
– Roger Evans
Traits Observed: 200WT,400WT(x2),Scan(EMA,Rib,Rump,IMF),Genomics
EF COMMANDO 1366PV
SIREMILLAH MURRAH PARATROOPER P15PV
MILLAH MURRAH ELA M9PV
ASCOT HALLMARK H147PV
DAM BEN NEVIS JEAN N14PV
BEN NEVIS JEAN G124SV
We have a tremendous soft spot for this beautiful, quiet bull whose mother is a full ET sister to our current #1 ranking donor dam Jean N17 (the dam of Lot 3). N14 died of grass tetany when he was just three months old and yet he managed to steal milk and make it through all the tests to get to the bull sale and just has continued to improve at an enormous rate of knots to even claim some podium finishes for IMF and P8 fat scans showing just how much guts and ticker he has. He has enormous genetic potential that he will fulfil just like his 1100 kg plus maternal brother that sold to Robert Skipworth in King Island. Like us Robert, an MSA award winning producer chases early growth and marbling, and Treasure the bull promises to deliver the same. Scanned = first for IMF (it’s all in the skin) and equal fourth for P8 fat.
August 2023 TransTasman Angus Cattle Evaluation Indexes CEDir CEDtrGLBW200400600MCWMilkSSDCCWTEMARIBP8RBYIMFNFI-FClawAngleABIABIL
G A R PROPHETSV
FORECASTER B160PV BALDRIDGE PRATISSA W165#
RAFF EMPIRE E269SV
DAM BEN NEVIS KIWI H134SV
BEN NEVIS KIWI B52#
Tribal’s square jaw and muzzle match the style and type of his carcase attributes throughout his body. He has a great top and is solid throughout with both width and depth of body. For such a thick bull he has a good shoulder and lovely front in general and he just oozes sire appeal. He gets his easy-doing ability from his dam’s side and she is is a thumping cow that is part of Jack Hallidays start up herd. She is a mammoth being and this bull of hers will turn out the same. Tribal has great arithmetic to match his performance in the flesh.
August 2023 TransTasman Angus Cattle Evaluation Indexes CEDir CEDtrGLBW200400600MCWMilkSSDCCWTEMARIBP8RBYIMFNFI-FClawAngleABIABIL
BALDRIDGE BEAST MODE B074PV
SIRE BEN NEVIS QUANTICO Q40SV
BEN NEVIS DORMIST H26#
AYRVALE BARTEL E7PV
DAM BEN NEVIS KIWI M54SV
BEN NEVIS KIWI K100#
Traits Observed: BWT,200WT,400WT(x2),Scan(EMA,Rib,Rump,IMF),Genomics
Purchased by:
Quantico keeps stamping our bulls like Tuxedo that are a real cattlemen’s type being free moving and squarely made with an expressive rib shape and depth. Tuxedo’s big EMA EBV is reflected in the width and butterfly shape of his spine. He follows this thickness out through his hip into his lower hindquarter. There is plenty of meat here.
August 2023 TransTasman Angus Cattle Evaluation Indexes CEDir CEDtrGLBW200400600MCWMilkSSDCCWTEMARIBP8RBYIMFNFI-FClawAngleABIABIL
– Roger Evans
Traits Observed: GL,BWT,200WT,400WT(x2),Scan(EMA,Rib,Rump,IMF),Genomics
HBRHBR 19/7/2022
ID NBN22T288 MATING TYPE AI GENETIC STATUS AMFU,CAFU,DDFU,NHF
BEN NEVIS NEWSFLASH N239PV
SIREBEN NEVIS RAMBO R230PV
BEN NEVIS CELESTE J121SV
JSRL JACK’S JOKER J1PV
DAM BEN NEVIS GERANIUM M36SV
BEN NEVIS GERANIUM J135#
Please note we have moved back into the true yearling section as we finish out the sale. Tambo is a bigger frame than his impressive sire and offers excellent market flexibility. He is deep in the rib and flank and ties deep in his quarter which is a real weight bonus. This is a great bull to inject IMF into your herd without sacrificing performance or type. Suitable for heifers.
August 2023 TransTasman Angus Cattle Evaluation Indexes CEDir CEDtrGLBW200400600MCWMilkSSDCCWTEMARIBRUMPRBYIMFNFI-FClawAngleABIABIL
RENNYLEA L508PV
SIREDUNOON PRIME MINISTER P758SV
DUNOON JAPARA M1008#
ASCOT HALLMARK H147PV
DAM BEN NEVIS JEAN N24PV
BEN NEVIS JEAN G124SV
Traits Observed: BWT,200WT,400WT,Scan(EMA,Rib,Rump,IMF),DOC,Genomics
Purchased by:
If you are after growth for age and performance then this is your guys. His dam is another full sister to our current # 1 donor cow N17 who is the dam of Lot 4 and of last year’s top price bull. N24 is a massive cow who is deep and heavy. This joining is rock solid and just as honest as the day is long. It’s also a double dose of docility. This bull should have been higher in the catalogue and has a huge potential to be a game changer in your herd. In the flesh he is a bum buster, wedge shaped with a huge top and was the fourth highest ADG bull in sale. He has a big, kind face and great feet and legs.
August 2023 TransTasman Angus Cattle Evaluation Indexes CEDir CEDtrGLBW200400600MCWMilkSSDCCWTEMARIBRUMPRBYIMFNFI-FClawAngleABIABIL
Traits Observed: BWT,200WT,400WT,Scan(EMA,Rib,Rump,IMF),DOC,Genomics
BEN NEVIS NEWSFLASH N239PV
SIREBEN NEVIS RAMBO R230PV
BEN NEVIS CELESTE J121SV
G A R PROPHETSV
DAM BEN NEVIS FLORYX R302PV
BEN NEVIS FLORYX G8SV
Tora is the perfect way to boost your IMF at the coal face by using him over your valuable heifers at the same time. He is a bigger frame bull but still ideal in his shape and type to be used over heifers and you can be assured that they will be born small but then grow like the clappers. We love the reach of this bull and perfect angle to his shoulder to facilitate calving ease despite being large framed. Our theory on fine skin and hair reflecting IMF rings true in him, just as it did for cattlemen and women in the past that used it as a predictor of eating quality before we had the science. Scanned = fourth highest IMF, Suitable for heifers.
August 2023 TransTasman Angus Cattle Evaluation Indexes CEDir CEDtrGLBW200400600MCWMilkSSDCCWTEMARIBRUMPRBYIMFNFI-FClawAngleABIABIL
BEN NEVIS NEWSFLASH N239PV
SIREBEN NEVIS RAMBO R230PV
BEN NEVIS CELESTE J121SV
ASCOT HALLMARK H147PV
DAM BEN NEVIS VIOLIN N94SV
BEN NEVIS VIOLIN H10#
Traits Observed: BWT,200WT,400WT,Scan(EMA,Rib,Rump,IMF),DOC,Genomics
Purchased by:
This is one of the larger framed, slightly later maturing bulls in this section and would really add power and stretch to more moderate cows. He is very soft in his makeup with more depth and volume than most of the bulls. We see a lot of potential in this guy especially in targeting the Jap B3 and branded beef trades. His daughters will be superb. He is supremely docile.
August 2023 TransTasman Angus Cattle Evaluation Indexes CEDir CEDtrGLBW200400600MCWMilkSSDCCWTEMARIBRUMPRBYIMFNFI-FClawAngleABIABIL
Independent Assessments – Roger Evans
BEN NEVIS NEWSFLASH N239PV
SIREBEN NEVIS RAMBO R230PV
BEN NEVIS CELESTE J121SV
ASCOT LION HEART L305PV
DAM BEN NEVIS JUNE N203SV
BEN NEVIS JUNE J70#
Traits Observed: BWT,200WT,400WT,Scan(EMA,Rib,Rump,IMF),DOC,Genomics
Purchased by:
Top Notch would be an ideal bull to inject extra muscularity without compromising calving ease. He has great depth and volume of muscle and is a sleep at night heifer bull with a good shoulder and neck extension, coupled with being deep sided and deep through the flank and twist. He has a soft, fine coat and a kind nature to go with it. Suitable for heifers.
August 2023 TransTasman Angus Cattle Evaluation Indexes CEDir CEDtrGLBW200400600MCWMilkSSDCCWTEMARIBRUMPRBYIMFNFI-FClawAngleABIABIL
Traits Observed: BWT,200WT,400WT,Scan(EMA,Rib,Rump,IMF),DOC
– Roger Evans
APRHBR
TE MANIA KIRBY K138PV
SIRETE MANIA PYTHAGORAS P44PV
TE MANIA BEEAC M122SV
BEN NEVIS MONARCH M128SV
DAM BEN NEVIS JEAN Q331SV
UNKNOWN
Talisman is one of the bulls in the yearling section who really has plenty more scope to grow into a big bull and transmit those genes to his progeny. He carries his weight in depth and volume as well as a huge hind quarter and he will produce beautiful deep sided cows that have plenty of high value market flexibility. Use to inject both IMF and finishing ability to target the premium trades. Scanned = third P8 fat with a B- muscle.
August 2023 TransTasman Angus Cattle Evaluation Indexes CEDir CEDtrGLBW200400600MCWMilkSSDCCWTEMARIBRUMPRBYIMFNFI-FClawAngleABIABIL
BEN NEVIS TASKFORCE T462PV
RENNYLEA L508PV
SIREDUNOON PRIME MINISTER P758SV
DUNOON JAPARA M1008#
BRAVEHEART OF STERNSV
DAM BEN NEVIS JEAN M72SV
BEN NEVIS JEAN K24#
Taskforce has sire appeal out of his wahoozie just like his other 3 ET brothers in the sale in Lots 28, 43 and 68. The recips at Ben Nevis got a tougher gig than the rest of the cow run this year so these ET calves have so much more potential in them. We can’t impress how much his Braveheart dam donor Jean M72 stamps out the good ones. Just no-nonsense, weigh down the scales, early-maturity and a sensible approach to carcase merit. Beautiful to handle and so quiet on great feet and legs. His maternal brother Shrek was one of the stars of our 2022 sale, selling to Andrew Dean for $26,000, his maternal sister P117 is a donor in her own right. He is The Man and will grow out into a beautiful bull. Scanned = third P8
August 2023 TransTasman Angus Cattle Evaluation Indexes CEDir CEDtrGLBW200400600MCWMilkSSDCCWTEMARIBRUMPRBYIMFNFI-FClawAngleABIABIL
RENNYLEA L508PV
SIREDUNOON PRIME MINISTER P758SV
DUNOON JAPARA M1008#
BRAVEHEART OF STERNSV
DAM BEN NEVIS JEAN M72SV
BEN NEVIS JEAN K24#
Traits Observed: BWT,200WT,400WT,Scan(EMA,Rib,Rump,IMF),DOC,Genomics
Purchased by:
Taggart is the last of M72 x Prime Minister bulls in the sale and is a maternal brother to Lot 28, and a full brother to Lots 43 and 67 so see their Lot comments for extra information. This genetic combination gives you all the power of his massive dam with the extra carcase from Prime Minister. Taggart is stout, proud and hard to fault. He will improve shoulder structure due to the way his are well laid in, with his bladed set below his chine, and will also correct hip-pin set-up. He is the classic cattleman... (and womans) kind. He will be good to you.
August 2023 TransTasman Angus Cattle Evaluation Indexes CEDir CEDtrGLBW200400600MCWMilkSSDCCWTEMARIBRUMPRBYIMFNFI-FClawAngleABIABIL
BEN NEVIS NEWSFLASH N239PV
SIREBEN NEVIS RAMBO R230PV
BEN NEVIS CELESTE J121SV
BEN NEVIS JUDO J158SV
DAM BEN NEVIS JEAN P118SV
BEN NEVIS JEAN M73SV
Here is an absolute ripper late in the sale and a testament to the calibre of this yearling bull set. Tomahawk is one of the widest topped, stoutest hipped bulls in the sale wrapped in a soft, silky coat. His width in spades and clean seat to his pants are old indicators of both quality beef and ability of his daughters to milk. Today we have more science to work with but it’s amazing how reflective those old fashioned traits still are. We love Tomahawke’s pedigree as it combines quality outcross genetics like Judo with our latest young gun genetics in Rambo and he has a data set to match, making him the ideal herd improving bull.
August 2023 TransTasman Angus Cattle Evaluation Indexes CEDir CEDtrGLBW200400600MCWMilkSSDCCWTEMARIBRUMPRBYIMFNFI-FClawAngleABIABIL
ASCOT LION HEART L305PV
SIREBEN NEVIS PODIUM P242SV
BEN NEVIS CELESTE J121SV
BEN NEVIS MONARCH M128SV
DAM BEN NEVIS GERANIUM Q310SV
BEN NEVIS GERANIUM N256SV
AMFU,CAFU,DDFU,NHFU
Tartress is an ideal bull for your heifers with a smooth, well laid in shoulder and longer body and neck. This is backed up by his data set and lower actual birthweight in the contemporary while still proving his place in the sale team on his growth. He is a good type of bull with smoothness and balance throughout. Suitable for heifers.
August 2023 TransTasman Angus Cattle Evaluation Indexes CEDir CEDtrGLBW200400600MCWMilkSSDCCWTEMARIBRUMPRBYIMFNFI-FClawAngleABIABIL
Assessments – Roger Evans
Purchased by:
Traits Observed: BWT,200WT,400WT,Scan(EMA,Rib,Rump,IMF),DOC
ASCOT LION HEART L305PV
SIREBEN NEVIS PODIUM P242SV
BEN NEVIS CELESTE J121SV
BUSHS WIND CHILL 982PV
DAM BEN NEVIS GERANIUM P407SV
BEN NEVIS GERANIUM D40SV
A really stout young bull here that stands down on more bone with a powerful hip. If you like bull’s heads as much as we do then this guy should be on your list. Square, strong and manly it reflects the rest of him. He’s not just handsome, this guy threw down the gauntlet to the bigger bulls in his contemporary when he scanned the = third highest for IMF and = second highest for P8 fat. That’s some serious runs on the board. Suitable for heifers.
August 2023 TransTasman Angus Cattle Evaluation Indexes CEDir CEDtrGLBW200400600MCWMilkSSDCCWTEMARIBRUMPRBYIMFNFI-FClawAngleABIABIL
Assessments – Roger Evans
MILLAH MURRAH PARATROOPER P15PV
SIREBEN NEVIS RETROACTIVE R391PV
BEN NEVIS JEAN M11SV
BALDRIDGE BEAST MODE B074PV
DAM BEN NEVIS JEAN Q339SV
BEN NEVIS JEAN N105#
One of the youngest and highest performing bulls in the sale that matches with the big guys in terms of ADG and has the big guns to inject extra muscularity into your programme. Look at the extra width and shape to his top that he carries out through a bulging jump muscle down to independently assessed B muscle hindquarter. He is a strong, impressive young sire whose calves will weigh like lead and finish early. There is a small patch of white on his underline. Suitable for heifers.
August 2023 TransTasman Angus Cattle Evaluation Indexes CEDir CEDtrGLBW200400600MCWMilkSSDCCWTEMARIBRUMPRBYIMFNFI-FClawAngleABIABIL
Lot 5
73
Independent Assessments – Roger Evans
EF COMMANDO 1366PV
SIREMILLAH MURRAH PARATROOPER P15PV
MILLAH MURRAH ELA M9PV
PA FULL POWER 1208PV
DAM BEN NEVIS GERANIUM N28#
BEN NEVIS GERANIUM G26SV
Traits Observed: BWT,200WT,400WT,Scan(EMA,Rib,Rump,IMF),DOC,Genomics
Timbers dam is one of the consistently high performing cows in our herd and stems from the dam of our favourite son Ben Nevis Judo. Like her Timber shows a rare softness and thickness and is impeccable in his structure. He is one of the younger bulls in the sale but holds his own where performance is concerned and he combines real quality in this pedigree.
August 2023
TransTasman Angus Cattle Evaluation
Indexes CEDir CEDtrGLBW200400600MCWMilkSSDCCWTEMARIBRUMPRBYIMFNFI-FClawAngleABIABIL
Traits Observed: BWT,200WT,400WT,Scan(EMA,Rib,Rump,IMF),DOC,Genomics
Independent Assessments – Roger Evans
LD CAPITALIST 316PV
SIREMUSGRAVE 316 EXCLUSIVEPV
MUSGRAVE PRIM LASSIE 163-386#
H P C A PROCEEDPV
DAM BEN NEVIS JEAN N238PV
BEN NEVIS JEAN H215SV
The youngest brother who has no less than 6 full brothers in the sale, all of whom are consistently good in Lots 1, 15, 24, 42, 46, &47. Don’t miss your opportunity to get the last of them. Titan is an absolute nugget with extra expression of muscle over his top and down through his hams while demonstrating his ability to easily finish and offer great market flexibility. He scanned equal 2nd for P8 fat in the contemporary and is so complete and true and square in his carcase while transmitting his dam’s superb maternal genes. As well as improving carcase, he is suitable and recommended for heifers. Suitable for heifers.
August 2023 TransTasman Angus Cattle Evaluation Indexes CEDir CEDtrGLBW200400600MCWMilkSSDCCWTEMARIBRUMPRBYIMFNFI-FClawAngleABIABIL
BEN NEVIS NEWSFLASH N239PV
SIREBEN NEVIS RAMBO R230PV
BEN NEVIS CELESTE J121SV
S A V IRON MOUNTAIN 8066SV
DAM NEMONAVILLE BANDETTA L2PV
NEMONAVILLE BANDETTA H50SV
We are not surprised that Trev scanned equal 4th highest IMF. The other bull who matched him was Lot 44 and they share the same Grand Dam and their mums are maternal sisters. The theory we have on thin, fine skin is playing out here, with both bulls posting very high IMF scans despite their pedigrees suggesting otherwise and it all comes from the beautiful Nemonaville Bandetta (Burnette A22’s bloodline) we purchased from Nev and Mona Kirkman. In himself he is neat, well balanced and pure quality. Suitable for heifers.
August 2023 TransTasman Angus Cattle Evaluation Indexes CEDir CEDtrGLBW200400600MCWMilkSSDCCWTEMARIBRUMPRBYIMFNFI-FClawAngleABIABIL
– Roger Evans
Traits Observed: BWT,200WT,400WT,Scan(EMA,Rib,Rump,IMF),DOC,Genomics
HBRHBR
BEN NEVIS NEWSFLASH N239PV
SIREBEN NEVIS RAMBO R230PV
BEN NEVIS CELESTE J121SV
VISION UNANIMOUS 1418PV
DAM BEN NEVIS BURNETT P79PV
NEMONAVILLE BANDETTA H50SV
Surprise surprise- another link back to the great Nemonaville Bandetta H50 (Forres A22 descendant) and here we see again that extra doing ability, real softness and capacity. It’s such a valuable commodity and often lost in our modern Angus. In the paddock is where real efficiency is measured and this cow line comes though droughts like they are in a feedlot. Nev I wish Mona were still here to see the wonderful effect your genetics have had on our herd- thankyou. Scanned = third P8 fat Suitable for heifers.
August 2023 TransTasman Angus Cattle Evaluation Indexes CEDir CEDtrGLBW200400600MCWMilkSSDCCWTEMARIBRUMPRBYIMFNFI-FClawAngleABIABIL
BEN NEVIS NEWSFLASH N239PV
SIREBEN NEVIS RAMBO R230PV
BEN NEVIS CELESTE J121SV
BEN NEVIS FRONTROW F41SV
DAM BEN NEVIS YOLANDE M65SV
BEN NEVIS YOLANDE K122#
Observed: BWT,200WT,400WT,Scan(EMA,Rib,Rump,IMF),DOC,Genomics
Tactile is a great option for calving ease with his long head and neck, well laid-in shoulder, with smooth structure and body composition throughout. He also has the extraordinary ability to transmit genes for doing ability and high marbling into your herd which are genes that don’t always go together. He offers a unique opportunity to tick a number of important boxes in your breeding program. Suitable for heifers.
August 2023 TransTasman Angus Cattle Evaluation Indexes CEDir CEDtrGLBW200400600MCWMilkSSDCCWTEMARIBRUMPRBYIMFNFI-FClawAngleABIABIL
Independent Assessments – Roger Evans TempFCRC FA RARSRHLMSNFrameCoat
ASCOT LION HEART L305PV
SIREBEN NEVIS PODIUM P242SV
BEN NEVIS CELESTE J121SV
RENNYLEA J474SV
DAM BEN NEVIS DORMIST Q101SV
BEN NEVIS DORMIST C46#
Traits Observed: BWT,200WT,400WT,Scan(EMA,Rib,Rump,IMF),DOC,Genomics
Purchased by:
A sleep at night heifer option in this young bull from his EBV’s, his pedigree and his shape. He also leaves a wealth in maternal genetics as his pedigree combines two of our most valued lines in Celeste J121 and Dormist C46 who was the dam of Stud Sire Ben Nevis Eritrea. In the flesh he has extra length of body, and length of hip to pin to facilitate calving ease. He has a small patch of white in front of his testicles. Suitable for heifers.
August 2023
TransTasman Angus Cattle Evaluation
Indexes CEDir CEDtrGLBW200400600MCWMilkSSDCCWTEMARIBRUMPRBYIMFNFI-FClawAngleABIABIL
5.24.3-3.12.5528711787213.5-5.3666.6-1.3-0.40.44.20.440.820.84$239$384 ACC 55%43%68%73%72%70%71%68%61%64%36%60%60%62%62%55%64%50%60%61%-PERC
Traits Observed: BWT,200WT,400WT,Scan(EMA,Rib,Rump,IMF),DOC,Genomics
Independent Assessments – Roger Evans
HBRHBR 10/8/2022 ID NBN22T254 MATING TYPE AI
BEN NEVIS NEWSFLASH N239PV
SIREBEN NEVIS RAMBO R230PV
BEN NEVIS CELESTE J121SV
ASCOT LION HEART L305PV
DAM BEN NEVIS KIWI N223SV
BEN NEVIS KIWI J11#
In my notes I have written poetry in motion and that was written in the paddock not at my desk at night with a glass of wine in my hand. My other comments on this wonderful option for heifers are fluid, sire appeal, balance and soft and thick. As it turns out I just marked his sister’s first calf this morning in the paddock and I the deep soft comment equally applies to her. He has a really balanced set of figures that give you extra market flexibility.
August 2023 TransTasman Angus Cattle Evaluation Indexes CEDir CEDtrGLBW200400600MCWMilkSSDCCWTEMARIBRUMPRBYIMFNFI-FClawAngleABIABIL
EBV 4.68.5-6.13.446819769150.6-4.7558.5-0.8-0.70.92.70.270.740.88$226$355 ACC
EF COMMANDO 1366PV
SIREMILLAH MURRAH PARATROOPER P15PV
MILLAH MURRAH ELA M9PV
BEN NEVIS JABBA J12SV
DAM BEN NEVIS DENMIST M215SV
BEN NEVIS DENMIST H23#
Tiberius has the classic Paratrooper softness and fine skin. He has all the attributes of a great heifer bull with a long neck, smooth shoulder and appropriate EBV set. His maternal brother sold for 16K in our 2021 sale and his dam is a maternal sister to the $40,000 Ben Nevis Quantico that sold to Bowmont in 2020 and whose sons feature in this sale. Suitable for heifers.
August 2023 TransTasman Angus Cattle Evaluation Indexes CEDir CEDtrGLBW200400600MCWMilkSSDCCWTEMARIBRUMPRBYIMFNFI-FClawAngleABIABIL
Purchased by:
EF COMMANDO 1366PV
SIREMILLAH MURRAH PARATROOPER P15PV
MILLAH MURRAH ELA M9PV
ASCOT LION HEART L305PV
DAM BEN NEVIS GERANIUM N65PV
BEN NEVIS GERANIUM D40SV
Traits Observed: BWT,200WT,400WT,Scan(EMA,Rib,Rump,IMF),DOC,Genomics
What a lovely heifer bull to finish on, good shoulder with a shapely hip and a soft silky coat. He has a with a well laid in tail head that will transmit a better calving ease structure to his daughters combined with a really sweet data set for easy calving and folding in quality carcase traits. His maternal brother made $16,000 in 2022 to Jada Grazing.
August 2023
TransTasman Angus Cattle Evaluation Indexes CEDir CEDtrGLBW200400600MCWMilkSSDCCWTEMARIBRUMPRBYIMFNFI-FClawAngleABIABIL
– Roger Evans
Observed: BWT,200WT,400WT,Scan(EMA,Rib,Rump,IMF),DOC,Genomics
The TransTasman Angus Cattle Evaluation (TACE) is the genetic evaluation program adopted by Angus Australia for Angus and Angus infused beef cattle. TACE uses Best Linear Unbiased Prediction (BLUP) technology to produce Estimated Breeding Values (EBVs) of recorded cattle for a range of important production traits (eg. weight, carcase, fertility).
TACE includes pedigree, performance and genomic information from the Angus Australia and New Zealand Angus Association databases to evaluate the genetics of animals across Australia and New Zealand.
TACE analyses are conducted by the Agricultural Business Research Institute (ABRI), using beef genetic evaluation software 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 (ie. 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 (eg. 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, 10kg heavier at 200 days of age than a bull with a 200 Day Growth EBV of +40kg (ie. 20kg 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 400kg carcase than a bull with a IMF EBV of +1.0 (ie. 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: EBVs can also be used to benchmark an animal’s genetics relative to the genetics of other Angus/Angus infused animals in Australia and New Zealand. 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 catalogue is available at www.angusaustralia.com.au
1%+11.0+10.0-10.7-0.4+70+123+162+160+28+4.8-8.0+99+14.6+4.2+5.1+2.0+5.9-0.54+43+0.42+0.60+0.74+273+450 5%+9.1+8.3-8.8+1.0+64+112+148+140+25+3.9-7.1+88+11.9+2.9+3.4+1.5+4.6-0.32+36+0.54+0.70+0.84+253+419 10%+8.0+7.3-7.9+1.7+60+107+140+131+23+3.5-6.5+83+10.6+2.2+2.5+1.3+4.0-0.20+32+0.62+0.76+0.88+242+404 15%+7.1+6.5-7.2+2.2+58+104+136+124+22+3.2-6.2+79+9.7+1.7+1.9+1.1+3.6-0.13+29+0.66+0.80+0.90+234+393 20%+6.4+5.9-6.8+2.6+57+101+132+119+21+3.0-5.9+77+9.0+1.4+1.5+1.0+3.3-0.07+27+0.68+0.84+0.94+228+384 25%+5.7+5.4-6.4+2.9+55+99+129+115+20+2.8-5.6+75+8.4+1.1+1.1+0.9+3.1-0.02+25+0.72+0.86+0.94+223+377 30%+5.1+4.9-6.0+3.1+54+97+126+112+19+2.6-5.4+73+7.8+0.8+0.8+0.8+2.9+0.03+24+0.74+0.88+0.96+218+370 35%+4.6+4.4-5.7+3.4+53+95+124+108+19+2.5-5.2+71+7.4+0.6+0.5+0.7+2.7+0.07+23+0.76+0.90+0.98+213+364 40%+4.0+3.9-5.4+3.6+52+93+121+105+18+2.3-5.1+69+7.0+0.4+0.2+0.6+2.5+0.11+22+0.80+0.92+1.00+209+357 45%+3.4+3.5-5.1+3.8+51+92+119+102+18+2.2-4.9+68+6.6+0.2+0.0+0.6+2.3+0.14+20+0.82+0.94+1.02+205+351 50%+2.9+3.0-4.8+4.0+50+90+117+100+17+2.1-4.7+66+6.2-0.1-0.3+0.5+2.1+0.18+19+0.84+0.96+1.02+200+345 55%+2.3+2.5-4.5+4.3+49+89+115+97+16+2.0-4.5+64+5.8-0.3-0.6+0.4+1.9+0.22+19+0.86+0.98+1.04+196+339 60%+1.6+2.0-4.2+4.5+48+87+112+94+16+1.8-4.4+63+5.4-0.5-0.8+0.3+1.8+0.26+18+0.88+1.00+1.06+191+332 65%+1.0+1.5-3.8+4.7+47+85+110+91+15+1.7-4.2+61+5.0-0.7-1.1+0.3+1.6+0.29+17+0.92+1.02+1.08+186+325 70%+0.2+0.9-3.5+4.9+46+83+107+88+15+1.6-4.0+59+4.6-0.9-1.4+0.2+1.4+0.34+16+0.94+1.04+1.08+181+317 75%-0.6+0.3-3.2+5.2+44+81+105+84+14+1.4-3.8+57+4.2-1.2-1.7+0.1+1.2+0.38+15+0.96+1.08+1.10+175+308 80%-1.6-0.4-2.7+5.5+43+79+101+80+13+1.3-3.5+55+3.7-1.4-2.1+0.0+1.0+0.44+14+1.00+1.10+1.12+168+298 85%-2.7-1.4-2.3+5.9+41+76+98+76+12+1.1-3.2+53+3.1-1.7-2.5-0.2+0.8+0.50+12+1.04+1.14+1.16+159+285 90%-4.3-2.5-1.6+6.3+39+73+93+69+11+0.8-2.8+49+2.3-2.2-3.1-0.3+0.5+0.58+10+1.08+1.18+1.18+147+268 95%-7.0-4.5-0.7+7.0+36+68+85+60+9+0.4-2.1+44+1.2-2.8-3.9-0.6+0.0+0.71+7+1.16+1.26+1.24+129+239 99%-12.7-8.5+1.4+8.5+28+56+70+41+6-0.4-0.3+34-1.2-4.2-5.6-1.1-0.8+0.96+0+1.30+1.39+1.34+95+187
We’ve had a lot of people ask us about our NZ Tuatara side by side that we purchased. Apparently all the cheaper belt driven ones are not made for hills, creeks or carrying a load like ... a tank for spraying weeds. So we did some research to find something that we could actually use at Ben Nevis is ... hills, creeks and ... weeds. It’s a one tonner, can be road registered for between properties, can carry 500kgs, has a winch and is a general beast. Look them up online to get the specs but all I can say is that we all love it – it’s tough, heavy, and goes ... nearly anywhere (except forwards off a loading lamp). If you’re sick of paying more for a side by side than a small car when they break easily, don’t have a heater, radio or bluetooth then this mini hummer will make your day. It’s featured at the end of our Pre Sale video so check them out, and ... if Ben Simpson can’t break it then it’s ... unbreakable.
Ours goes 50-60 km/hr max but is low geared around the paddock and just easy. It is petrol with a tipper and is quiet. They also have an electric they are perfecting that is even quieter and goes faster at top speed. Then again who needs that when you travel in a moving sunroom and the door are glass to the floor so you feel like you’re hovering low and slow in a chopper and seeing everything. It does get hot in summer but you can take off the doors. In Winter in Walcha its divine with the doors on.
For more information please contact Craig on 0422 501 955.
most capable hands this side of yours.
Thank you to all the people who make a part of our team who all have specialist skills, but mostly are just great people and so much fun to work with. We are very grateful.
View our pre-sale video, browse our latest catalogue, read about our sires, donors, the Ben Nevis breeding philosophy and meet the team behind the scenes.
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We wish successful purchasers all the best with their Ben Nevis yearling bulls. Thank you to our guest auctioneer Paul Dooley for his sound and practical advice, and his ability to judge cattle. Please call Lockie Falls to arrange transport for free delivery to major centres.
The guru out the back working the bulls is our friend and LSS trainer Chook Kealey. Chook grew up on a cattle and farming property in the South Burnett region of Queensland before spending the next eight years training performance horses for a variety of events. North West Queensland was home for the next seven years in a number of roles – from stock camps where helicopter mustering was a weekly occurrence, through to managing large mobs in intensive cell grazing operations. Walcha is now home, where he runs sheep and cattle.
A passion for animal psychology got him involved in Low Stress Stock-handling, however it is the amazing impact on people’s lives that gives him the greatest enjoyment now.
Chook Kealey
Phone: 0428 418 795 Email: kealey.marinka@gmail.com
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