2025 - 2026 Murray Grey Beef Cattle Society Annual Magazine
ANNUAL 2025 | 2026
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EDITORS NOTE
Welcome to this year’s Murray Grey Annual Magazine - a celebration of the people, cattle, and stories that make our breed so special. Each edition provides an opportunity to reflect on the past year’s achievements, to highlight the dedication and innovation within our community, and to showcase the strength of the Murray Grey breed across Australia and beyond.
Within these pages, you’ll find a mix of feature articles, stud profiles, event coverage, and industry insights - all capturing the resilience, adaptability, and quiet confidence that define Murray Greys. Whether you’re a breeder, exhibitor, or supporter, we hope you find inspiration in the success stories and practical knowledge shared throughout.
A heartfelt thank you goes to everyone who contributed to this edition - from our graphic designer, photographers, and advertisers, to the breeders who opened their gates and shared their stories. Your input and enthusiasm continue to drive the promotion and progress of the Murray Grey breed.
Finally, thank you to our members and readers for your ongoing support. Your passion for the breed ensures that the legacy of the Murray Grey continues to grow stronger with every generation.
Enjoy the read - and here’s to another successful year for all involved with Murray Greys.
Courtney Hazeldene
PRESIDENTS REPORT
Society President | John Contarino
It has been an absolute pleasure working with the current Board over the past year. The team has operated cohesively, united by a shared commitment to strengthening the position of our beloved Murray Grey breed within the broader cattle industry. I am immensely proud of the collaborative spirit and forward-thinking approach that have characterised our work throughout the year.
Over the past twelve months, the Society has implemented a number of major initiatives, each designed to support our members, enhance breed visibility, and ensure the continued progress of the Murray Grey.
The current Board has proactively sought member feedback and input through general meetings, the strategic planning survey and by inviting members to participate in Board meetings and workshopsand we have listened.
You asked for an upgrade of the Society’s website. A substantial investment was made to completely refurbish the site, delivering a far more user-friendly experience for members and visitors alike.
You requested reform of the Society’s uniform, and the Board formed a working committee - involving several members - to review and develop options. These options are currently under consideration and will be presented to the broader membership for voting shortly.
You asked for more advertising and greater breed visibility. Courtney Hazeldene has excelled in this space, preparing several new flyers, designing a revitalised banner and flooding Facebook with positive stories and impressive competition results that have captured the attention of the wider cattle community. Our social media presence has strengthened significantly over the last quarter, with exceptional growth across all key metrics.
Engagement reached 18,043 (up 1,000%) and total views climbed to 246,419 (up 2,000%), demonstrating outstanding reach and audience interaction. Over the same period, we also welcomed 253 new followers.
While these figures are incredibly positive, preaching solely to the converted has limited impact. To expand our influence, we aim to develop a comprehensive database of external industry contacts - including meatworks buyers, sales agents, feedlot operators, butchers, and agricultural journalists - so that we can better educate them about the strengths of the Murray Grey breed. Regular engagement with this broader audience will also drive demand for bulls.
Members are strongly encouraged to continue sharing good news stories to help strengthen our collective voice and improve breed recognition.
The Board has also implemented the waiver of the first year’s annual membership fee for all new
commercial members for the next twelve months. This initiative provides three key benefits. It will help increase demand for bulls as we know the majority of our bulls are sold into this segment on the market. It will also help grow our contact database, and it is likely to increase long-term commercial membership, as a percentage of new members can be expected to renew the following year.
A significant milestone this year has been the implementation of Single Step BREEDPLAN genomic evaluation, which provides more accurate recording for both larger and smaller herds. It will also provide greater predictability of carcass traits at an early age on progeny from specific matings.
Another key message from the member survey was concern about divisions within the breed.
In response, Board members have held several meetings with representatives from MGABA. Despite our willingness to negotiate and explore flexible options, several core issues surrounding the infusion of Angus bloodlines during a particular period, female inventory fees, DNA testing, and BREEDPLAN proved too difficult to reconcile at this time. Nonetheless, the door remains open for continued dialogue in the future.
In August, we saw some changes within our management team. Maddie Brockhoff resigned from ABRI, and we welcomed Alastair Rayner as our new Executive Officer and Dimity Evans as Registrar. I would like to take this opportunity to sincerely thank Maddie for the incredible support and guidance she provided - particularly during my first 12 months as President. Maddie’s dedication and passion for the Murray Grey breed were evident in everything she did and she will be greatly missed by many of us.
We’re excited to welcome Marilyn Hansen (ShellDee Murray Greys) as our new Merchandise and Promotional Material Coordinator, and David Llewellyn as our Board Advisor for Murray Grey History and General Matters. Their experience and fresh ideas will be a great addition to the team. From a financial perspective, the Society is in its strongest position in years. Treasurer Guy Burnett, together with the full support of the board, has worked tirelessly to transform our financial outlook. For the financial year ending 2025, the Society is forecasting a net profit of approximately +$90,000 - an extraordinary improvement compared with +$1,376 in 2024 and a loss of -$20,309 in 2023. This remarkable turnaround reflects prudent management and responsible stewardship of members’ funds.
As a result, there will be a reduction of membership fees this year with a strong expectation for a further reduction the following year.
The board is currently in the process of implement two more major initiatives that will dramatically reduce overall costs to our members. There will be a full update at our next general member meeting scheduled for February 15th 2026.
The Murray Grey Youth Board and its members, under the guidance of Youth Co-ordinator Geoff Buick, have accomplished remarkable achievements over the past year. With their drive and determination, along with the support of generous donors, sponsors and members, they have raised a considerable amount of funds - more than enough to finance their very own Cratloe Youth Stock Show, which will be held in 2026.
It has truly been a team effort. Every Board and Committee member has worked hard devoting many hours attending meetings and following up on action items - and there is still much more work to be done.
As we look ahead to the coming year, I am optimistic that the Society is well-positioned to build on the momentum we have gained this year. With a dedicated Board, member and stakeholder engagement and a renewed focus on innovation and marketing, the future of the Murray Grey breed is bright. I extend my sincere thanks to all members, staff, and sponsors for your ongoing support, passion, and belief in our breed. Together, we will continue to promote and protect the proud legacy of the Murray Grey.
Regards,
John Contarino
President,
Murray Grey Beef Cattle Society
TREASURERS REPORT
Society
Treasurer | Guy Burnett
Dear Fellow Members,
I am happy to report that the financial position of the Society is in a much stronger position than previous years.
While our overall revenue stream is less than the previous year we have seen a dramatic decrease in operating expenses. This is a direct result of the proactive actions of all board members to reduce costs whilst removing complacency amongst suppliers. A summary of the financials is as follows:
Trading Income
01 Jan – 05 November 2024: $381,498.54
• 01 Jan – 05 November 2025: $332,674.94
• Difference: ($48,823.60)
Operating Expenses
• 01 Jan – 05 November 2024: $349,061.60
• 01 Jan – 05 November 2025: $201,332.63
Difference: $147,728.97
Net Profit
• 01 Jan – 05 November 2024: $32,449.67
01 Jan – 05 November 2025: $131,628.43 Difference: $99,178.76
In the past 3 years just under $35,000.00 of additional expense has accrued between the 05 November - 31 December Financial Year. By using this same operating expense and applying it to 01 Jan – 05
November 2025 $131,628.43, I would assume our yearly profit to be in excess of $90,000.00.
The MG Youth has had a fantastic year financially in which they were able to raise over $25,000.00, a direct result of their committee’s energies and initiatives along with the generosity of donors. This money has been placed in a separate high interest account and to be used on future youth endeavours.
We have also arranged the complete roofing replacement at 16 Fiona Place Armidale under a successful insurance claim after a hail storm in 2024.
I am now confident the financial position of the MGBCS will continue to prosper and as a result, the board will be looking to develop and implement initiatives to further enhance the benefits of your membership.
I feel a great deal of gratitude for the current board and trust that with their continued leadership and stewardship, the Society and breed will grow and flourish long into the future.
May I also take this opportunity to wish you all a very Happy Christmas and future prosperity.
Regards,
Guy Burnett
Treasurer, Murray Grey Beef Cattle Society
BOARD DIRECTORS EXTENDED MURRAY
PRESIDENT
John Contarino
Gadgarra – Lake Eacham via Yungaburra QLD 0407 003 415 gadgarra_greys@bigpond.com
Runs “Gadgarra” stud, based at Lake Eacham, supporting the Murray Grey breed in QLD.
BOARD DIRECTOR
Nigel Eylward
Eylwarra Sands – Bangham SA 0428 767 061 eylwarra@eylwarrasands.com
Breeder at “Eylwarra Sands” in South Australia, involved in Murray Grey cattle production.
NSW-based at “Dehavalyn”, located in Singleton; involved in breed governance and network.
SUPPORT AND ADVISORY TEAM
MERCHANDISE AND PROMOTIONAL MATERIAL COORDINATOR
Marilyn Hansen
Shell-Dee (Kingaroy QLD)
Mob: 0428 719 508
Email: malndean@bigpond.com
Postal: PO Box 575, Kingaroy QLD 4610
Supports the Society via merchandise and promotional work.
BOARD ADVISOR (MURRAY GREY HISTORY & GENERAL MATTERS)
David Llewellyn Advises on breed history and general matters for the Society.
REGISTRAR
Dimity Evans Office: 02 6773 2022
Email: mgsociety@abri.une.edu.au
Registration services and breed records for the Society.
EXECUTIVE OFFICER
Alistair Rayner Office: 02 6773 2022
Email: mgsociety@abri.une.edu.au
Experienced in beef industry extension/training; serves as Executive Officer of the Society
To improve communication and efficiency, the Society will transition to dedicated email addresses: rego@murraygrey.com.au admin@murraygrey.com.au youth@murraygrey.com.au
WEDNESDAY 15TH APRIL
MILESTONE MEMBERS
The strength of the Murray Grey breed lies in its people - the dedicated breeders, families, and supporters who continue to champion the values of quality, integrity, and progress. Each year, we take a moment to celebrate those reaching significant milestones in their membership journey.
These milestones recognise years of commitment, passion, and contribution to the Murray Grey community - from those just beginning their journey to the long-standing members who have shaped the breed’s success across generations.
To every member - whether celebrating a milestone or quietly working behind the scenes - thank you for your continued support, stewardship, and belief in the Murray Grey. Together, we ensure the legacy of this remarkable breed continues to grow stronger with every generation.
75 YEARS
BRA BENNOOKA PARK
25 YEARS
CEG BYFORD PARK (Commercial)
N68 TRALEE MG (Peter & Eileen Bowyer)
HSC HARFLEUR (Educational)
V12 REDPASTURE BEEF (Paul & Denise Saward)
15 YEARS
F1F MS S W DAVIS (Commercial)
F2F MR GARY ROSS (Commercial)
PBR WATTYVALE
JES JIRANDA (Commercial)
F13F JOHN HYLES (Commercial)
2026 - THE YEAR AHEAD
MAY
Monterey Winter Sale | Brunswick Showgrounds, Ridley St, Brunswick WA 6224 | Contact - Gary 0419 958 579 & Julie 0408 958 531 31 Inventory to be Returned
JUNE
1 REMINDER - Inventory Invoiced
The Elms Beef Field Days | Buckley Road Lobethal, SA 9AM. Contact David Lewis 0419 857 461 or see The Elms
3 Monterey Summer Sale | OnProperty - 34 Capewell Road Karridale, WA | Contact - Gary Buller 0419 958 579 & Julie Buller 0408 958 531
Woodbourn Sale Offering 40 bulls and 30 females | Live on farm auction at 12:30pm | Interfaced with
2 Wallawong Premium Beef Last Dance Carcase Quality Sale Encompassing the sale of our entire registered breed females, semen and embryos. After 35 years of breeding registered seedstock it is time to allow others to gain the satisfaction from the genetics we have collected and moulded over the years. With family succession and a change in the direction of the next generation, July will be our Last Dance Sale. 10 Top Of The Range Murray Grey Sale
AUGUST
8–16
Ekka (Royal Queensland Show)
18 -26 AgQuip Gunnedah, NSW
SEPTEMBER
5–13 Royal Adelaide Show
Sept 26- Melbourne Royal Show
Oct 2
Sept 27- Perth Royal Show
Oct 4
OCTOBER 4 Daylight Saving Time Starts (SA, VIC, TAS & NSW Change your clocks!) 7 Mount Major Sale 14 The Crown Collection: Ganado Greys Online Genetics Auction 21 - 24 Royal Hobart Show 26 37th Premier Murray Grey Sale NOVEMBER
15 The Silver Lining Elite Murray Grey Sale, Wagga Wagga 17 - 19 Seymour Alternative Farming Expo Kings Park, Seymour Victoria Atriem Murray Greys Cattle Yards #1 Farm Lectures each day 25 Inventory Sent Out
DECEMBER
SCAN THE CODE FOR MORE DETAILS & UPDATED EVENTS
TO P OF THE RANGE
RRAY
CONTACTS
Alan Zerbst. Burnett Downs MG’ s 0435988233
Kym Carlton . Carlinga MG’ s 0427593707
Tom Ernst. Dehavalyn MG’ s 0400385289
Wayne Smith. Glenview MG’ s 0447750088
Wendy McDonald. Hideaway Park 0408653634
Paul Francis. Ondiong MG’ s 02 66572008
Sue Francis Onward MG’ s 02 66572539
SALE 2026 Glen Innes. NSW Fri. 10th July 11:30am and interfaced with Auctions Plus Offering, Murray Grey Bulls. Stud females. Commercial Females.
Jon Pinferi. Parsons Green MG’ s 0467819579
Paul Richards. Rouchelle MG’ s 02 65435191
Ben Spry. Sentry Box MG’ s 0428374947
Kareena Dawson. Tintara MG’ s 0476243333
Graham Hobbs. Waroona MG’ s 0429076617
David King. Yallembie MG’ s 0427123221
Peter Marsh Yalumba MG’ s 0411377075
02 67321266 Nathan Purvis 0427324078
STRATEGIC PLAN
Over the course of 2025, the Murray Grey Beef Cattle Society has undertaken a comprehensive process to chart a strong and sustainable future for our breed.
Beginning with a Society-wide consultation, we invited contributions from members across all sectors-stud breeders, commercial producers, youth, and stakeholders from across the beef industry.
This engagement produced a detailed SWOT analysis that captured not only the recognised strengths of Murray Greys-such as temperament, meat quality, heat tolerance and adaptability - but also the challenges we must address, including marketing gaps, breed cohesion, and industry relevance.
From these insights, the Board and members have worked together to develop a focused Strategic Plan. This plan reaffirms the Society’s commitment to promoting Murray Greys as Australia’s own premium beef breed, strengthening our communication and unity, and ensuring our programs are grounded in science and industry credibility. Importantly, we have identified pathways for sustainability and growth, supporting youth, reducing barriers for new entrants, and showcasing Murray Greys in both domestic and international markets.
This process has been one of collaboration and clarity, setting a course for the immediate, medium, and long-term future of the breed.
Each year, the strength of the Murray Grey breed is reflected not only in the cattle we see in the paddock and the show ring, but in the people who nurture its future.
Among them are a small number of long-time breeders whose generosity and commitment to youth development have been truly extraordinary. Through the donation of countless animals, guidance, and encouragement, they’ve helped shape the next generation of Murray Grey breeders and advocates.
We caught up with Paul and Sandra Francis of Ondiong Murray Greys to reflect on their journey, their motivation for supporting young people, and their hopes for the breed’s future.
HOW DID YOUR INVOLVEMENT WITH MURRAY GREYS FIRST BEGIN?
We’ve always been a family-operated farming business, with the kids involved in the day-today farming activities. Murray Greys became part of our farm life when I was about ten years old. They quickly took over from dairying as the most interesting aspect of farming.
Growing up in the 1970s, Murray Greys were new, exciting and highly successful in the steer shows, which really sparked a passion in me that’s never faded. Looking back, those early experiences taught me how important it is for young people to have positive exposure to agriculture - it’s something that can stay with you for life.
WHAT INSPIRED YOU TO START DONATING CATTLE TO THE YOUTH PROGRAM?
One of my strongest memories from the early seventies is showing a cow called Strathalbyn Jennifer. She was very influential in our herd, with more than 780 female descendants and many more in other herds. One of those descendants was donated to the Murray Grey Youth Group this year and will be sold at The Premier Sale in October.
When the Murray Grey Junior Stock Show at Inverell began in the early 1990s, it became a big annual event for young people. Our own kids were involved at the time, which gave us even more incentive to participate. The top-placed herdsperson would win a donated heifer - that’s probably where the idea of donating animals to young enthusiasts really took root for us.
ROUGHLY HOW MANY ANIMALS HAVE YOU DONATED OVER THE YEARS?
Between schools, colleges, youth groups, and individual members, it would be at least thirty five animals - possibly more. It’s never been about counting, though. For us, it’s about doing what we can to help young people get started and experience the same enjoyment we’ve had breeding Murray Greys.
WHY IS SUPPORTING YOUNG BREEDERS SO IMPORTANT TO YOU?
We’ve had a lifetime of satisfaction breeding Murray Greys, and there’s no better feeling than sharing that passion. Encouraging and supporting young people in their endeavours - then seeing them rewarded by their own success - is incredibly fulfilling.
The Murray Grey breed has always been proactive in fostering youth involvement, and we’ve seen so many who started in junior programs go on to become leaders - not just as breeders, but in the administration and advancement of the breed itself.
ARE THERE ANY STANDOUT STORIES OR MEMORIES FROM YOUR TIME SUPPORTING YOUTH PROGRAMS?
There have been plenty of light-hearted moments - like helping local schools prepare steers for shows and seeing the enthusiasm of students learning the ropes. We’ve also had the joy of seeing some of those same young people stay involved with Murray Greys for decades afterwards. That continuity is what makes it all worthwhile.
WHAT CHANGES HAVE YOU SEEN IN THE BREED AND ITS YOUNG MEMBERS OVER THE YEARS?
When we started, the Murray Grey Junior Heifer Show in Inverell was one of the highlights of the year. It drew big crowds and was a real community event during the school holidays. Over time, we’ve seen genetics evolve and market preferences change - but what’s stayed constant is the enthusiasm of the young people involved.
It’s encouraging to see the current Murray Grey Youth Group in such a positive space, with proactive members raising funds and creating opportunities for others.
WHAT ADVICE WOULD YOU GIVE TO THE NEXT GENERATION OF MURRAY GREY BREEDERS?
Take every opportunity that comes your way. Learn, socialise with like-minded people, and get involved. There’s so much to gain - not just in cattle breeding knowledge, but in friendships and confidence.
We’d encourage every young enthusiast to make the most of what’s available, because these are the experiences that build both the breed’s future and their own.
WHAT ARE YOUR HOPES FOR THE FUTURE OF THE BREED?
We hope the Murray Grey community continues to nurture its young members. The breed’s strength lies not only in its cattle but in its people.
We’re thrilled to be able to select some of our best cattle to help finance young Murray Grey members in any small way. It’s a privilege to give back to a breed that’s given so much to us.
PICTURED LEFT
Sandra Francis, Katie Sutcliff, Jacob Merrick & Paul Francis
PICTURED BELOW
Heidi leading an Ondiong Heifer in 1996
AVONLEA LIVESTOCK VISITED BY GREENHAM’S
By Luke Lewis
Nestled along the banks of the Goulburn River, Avonlea Livestock runs a herd of roughly 70 Murray Grey breeding cattle. Avonlea is part of the ‘NEVER EVER Beef Program’, an initiative by H. W. Greenham & Sons that ensures excellent animal welfare and sustainable management practices in beef production. In July, Greenham & Sons visited Avonlea Livestock while touring one of their major international customers, a buyer from Japan. After hosting the visitors at their multi-million-dollar facility in Tongala, both parties were given a tour of Avonlea Livestock by owner David Weidenbach. The overseas customers were very interested in understanding where their animals came from and how they were cared for during their lives, as well as what the genetic goals of Avonlea Livestock’s breeding program were. As calves bounced around each other and their mothers, David was able to describe the breeding program he’s established, which has become the mission statement of the operation. “We aim to produce mothers that are quiet and calm, and 520kg-600kg steers by 15-16 months, all completely grassfed”, explained David.
Fenced in by River Redgums, the cattle are raised on a 100% grassfed diet using regenerative practices. These include no till, no synthetic fertilizers, no insecticides, no fungicides, no herbicides, a high
rotation of animals, and a wide mix of crops sown for pasture. Established in 2014, the operation initially focused on finishing other producers cattle, before making the transition in 2018 to breeding under the Avonlea Livestock Murray Grey Stud (AFL) name. Foundation heifers were sourced from a wide range of Murray Grey studs with strong reputations, including Monterey, Woodbourn, Arki, Lindsay, Beeamma and Ronsard, while bulls were sourced from Woodbourn, Mount Major and Prairie Falls. Since establishment, Avonlea Livestock has grown rapidly and made a reputation for calm cattle that achieve a good carcase weight by 400 days. “Our goal is to breed the best females we can for our environment,” says David. “That means highly fertile, good mothers, and a good medium frame size as a mature cow.”
A core pillar of the structure at Avonlea Livestock is a transparent paddock to plate process, which involves tracking data to give future customers an insight into the lifestyle of the animals. Individual traceability of the cattle is also central to the NEVER EVER Program, with this transparency reassuring customers across the globe that the beef they buy has been raised sustainably. “Being part of this program allows us to collect more information that goes into the data we use to improve our herd”, says David. Indeed, being part of NEVER EVER Program with Greenham’s has given David a keen insight
into the strong ethics of the company, and owner Peter Greenham in particular. “I’m impressed with Peter’s focus on supplying sustainable and nutrient rich meat to his customers,” says David. Within the company there is clearly a strong belief in humane meat production that works with the environment and improves practices where it can. Another benefit of the program is the proximity to the Tongala processing facility. Avonlea Livestock finishes their own steers that are processed at Greenham & Sons Tongala, only 40 minutes up the road. This means the cattle live their entire lives on the farm; they aren’t shuttled to saleyards and put into stressful situations.
During their tour, the Japanese visitors were impressed with the gentle nature of the cows, and David quipped, “Sorry they’re not black cattle!”. This confused the visitors, and after some translation clarification, the question was asked, “Why would it matter if they were black? Yours are white and grey.” This highlights the interest in breeds like Murray Grey over other more commonly found breeds, with the temperament of the cattle appealing to customers as well as their meat being highly competitive.
The mix of grasses and other crops being grown to feed the cows on was also of huge interest to the visitors. The regenerative practices of Avonlea Livestock were on good show, with the wide mix of crops in ground and the cows’ enjoyment of them both being obvious to the eye. “We use seasonal blends of up to 19 different crops to improve both the diet of the cattle and the health of the soil”, says David.
Overall, the visit highlighted that the end customer is keen to understand all the aspects of their meat; where it is coming from, how it is being cared for, and how the environment is being cared for in the process. Avonlea Livestock strives to meet this curiosity head-on, and programs like NEVER EVER allow producers access to these markets in mutually beneficial and sustainable ways.
PICTURED ABOVE
A selection of the steers destined for Greenhams Premium Cuts market into Japan
PICTURED BELOW (L-R)
Data recording for Greenhams at Avonlea Farms
Japanese buyers hearing from David Weidenach on the process for data collection and selection
Murray Greys, the quiet cattle
Photos supplied by Courtney Hazeldene
ELBERN MURRAY GREY STUD –A NEW CHAPTER
Written by Ellen Atkins
For 45 years, it has been a joy and privilege to be part of Australia’s own beef breedthe Murray Greys. From humble beginnings with just a handful of stud cows, the Elbern herd has grown and evolved, guided by a deep passion for breeding excellence and a commitment to the future of the breed. When we first began in Tasmania, we sought to strengthen our genetic base by introducing new bloodlines. After careful research, we selected Koojan Hill Midnight Cowboy, owned by Archie and Beryl Priestly of Robgranthony Stud in Western Australia. Semen was sent across the country, and our cows were inseminated. Once the AI calves were on the ground, the Priestly’s happened to be visiting Tasmania and came to view the progeny. Impressed by the calves - and perhaps by our enthusiasm - they soon phoned to propose a partnership.
It was 1985, and thus Robern was born - a combination of Robgranthony and Elbern. Thirtytwo outstanding Robgranthony heifers travelled from Western Australia to Tasmania, forming the foundation of what would become a remarkable joint venture. Many of these early lines - particularly the Colleen and Gertrude families - remain significant in Murray Grey pedigrees today. The Priestly’s visited several times a year, appraising every animal and guiding AI selections to the most suitable sires. From them, we learned the finer points of breeding - structural soundness, growth for age, and the all-important carcase traits that define quality beef. Archie, a butcher by trade, instilled in us a meticulous eye for muscle, balance, and yield.
Over the years, we proudly exhibited cattle across Tasmania and regularly competed at the National Show and Sale in Albury-Wodonga, returning home with countless championship and supreme exhibit
ribbons. One highlight came in 1994 when Robern Mr Muscle won Junior, Grand, and Supreme Exhibit - standing out among more than 80 bulls. Those National events were truly special - a celebration of breeders from all corners of Australia, united by their passion for the Murray Grey.
To further diversify the herd, we later introduced females from Mt View Stud in Kilmore, Victoria. The Wallflower, Jacinta, Grey Lady, Valsari, Valdawn, and Harbinger families we selected proved outstanding additions, and their influence continues in pedigrees across the country today.
We were proud to become the first Murray Grey stud in Australia to export embryos to the USA (Robern Mr Muscle x Wallflower), and semen sales followed to the USA, UK, Denmark, and New Zealand. In 1999, we sold the Robern name to the Meyer family in Victoria, along with semen and embryos, and returned to our original name - Elbern - as we relocated to Stanley in 2000.
Since settling in Stanley, we’ve continued to invest in elite genetics. In 2009, we purchased Tarlina Coomunga C57, the top-priced bull at the National Show and Sale. With a double cross of Robern Mr Muscle and Robern Taurus, he bred exceptional females, reintroducing those hallmark traits of superior carcase quality and high milk production. We later added Lilyvale Grenadier - Junior, Grand, and Supreme Exhibit at the 2012 Ekka - who delivered outstanding daughters; Southend Rockey, top-priced spring bull at the 2021 Southend Sale, who proved a consistent sire of high-performing progeny; and most recently Maefair Sommerville S22, Junior, Grand, and Supreme at Sydney Royal, whose early calves have already exceeded expectations.
Bernard and Troy
PASSING THE BATON
This year, after much reflection and in light of health considerations, we made the difficult decision to sell the herd. Troy Wright Holdings, of Riana, has long been a valued client - purchasing Elbern bulls for their commercial Murray Grey herd and, more recently, selected females. Pleased with their performance - consistent high weight gain and excellent progeny - Troy and Jenna decided to acquire the herd in its entirety, including the Elbern stud name.
“Dad was always into Murray Greys,” Troy recalls. “He used to buy around 200 heifers and steers, and I just fell in love with them - and hated sending them off to slaughter! After Dad passed, I wanted to go down that cattle path myself. I’d been buying cattle from Elbern for six or seven years and always admired their quality and the friendship we’d built. When the opportunity came up, it was an easy decision.”
Troy says the Murray Grey’s temperament and quality made the breed an obvious fit for his operation.
“They’re nice, quiet and placid cattle - a real pleasure to work with,” he says. “They value-add to what we do here. Not many young people are doing it, but I really enjoy the breed and the bulls and heifers we’re producing. Last year I calved over 200 Murray Greys and I just want to keep lifting that quality.”
He also values the mentorship that has come with taking over such a well-established herd.
“Bernard and Ellie always just a phone call away for advice - they’ve made it seamless and easy to keep things going,” Troy adds. “It’s not just about the cattle; it’s about the friendship and support that’s come with them.”
For the Elbern team, seeing the herd remain close to home under capable new hands brings great satisfaction. The cattle travelled only a short distance to their new home, transported with the utmost care by Whitehouse Transport, whose professionalism the family greatly appreciates.
Already, Troy’s results speak for themselves - 60 elevenmonth-old steers sired by Elbern bulls topped the market at $2,220 per head at the Powranna Store Sale, confirming the breed’s continuing strength in commercial markets.
LOOKING AHEAD
The sale marks both an ending and a beginning - the closing of one remarkable 45-year chapter and the opening of another. With the Elbern herd now part of Troy Wright Holdings, the legacy continues in capable hands.
“I want to keep that really nice quality coming through,” Troy says. “We’ve got good genetics, good cattle, and a great foundation to build from. It’s exciting to be part of the future of the Murray Grey breed here in Tasmania.”
For Elbern, that’s the perfect outcome - the cattle remain nearby, the relationships endure, and the story continues.
We wish Troy, Jenna, and their family every success as they take Elbern into its next chapter, and may the years ahead bring them the same satisfaction and joy that the Murray Grey breed has brought us.
PICTURED ABOVE (top to bottom)
Elbern Bessie Belle K30, L24 and G31 Some of Elbern’s cows, Tasmania Elbern have been successful in the show ring for decades
MURRAY GREY CROSS HEIFER TAKES OUT GRAND CHAMPION CARCASE
By Courtney Hazeldene
Murray Grey genetics have once again proven their value on the national stage, with a Murray Grey cross heifer claiming the prestigious Grand Champion Carcase title at the 37th Annual Callide Dawson Beef Carcase Competition.
Owned by long-time exhibitor Girlie Goody of Malakoff, Monto, the winning entry was a grain-fed trade heifer sired by a Limousin bull and out of a Murray Grey dam. In a record field of 853 entries, the Murray Grey cross stood out as the competition’s overall best, securing not only the Grand Champion title but also the award for Champion Grain-Fed Trade Heifer.
A STANDOUT PERFORMANCE
The heifer was entered in Class 10: Single GrainFed Trade Heifer (0–2 tooth, 200–320kg dressed), competing against 45 high-quality entries. It recorded:
• Hot standard carcase weight: 289.6 kg
• Eye muscle area: 122 cm² (the highest in the class)
• Fat depth: P8 – 14 mm | Rib – 8 mm
• MSA score: 31.66 points
These results highlight the Murray Grey breed’s renowned ability to deliver optimum meat quality, muscling, and consistency. The class-topping eye muscle area was particularly significant, underlining the efficiency and performance of Murray Greyinfluenced genetics.
BACKED BY EXPERIENCE
Ms Goody, a familiar name in carcase competition circles, has been involved with the Callide Dawson event for more than 30 years. With a herd of approximately 150 Murray Grey composite breeders, she continues to focus on breeding cattle that excel where it matters most: in the chiller room.
Her passion and skill are deeply rooted in her family’s history. Her father, Hector Goody, was well-known in national and international carcase competitions, with a long record of Murray Grey success dating back to the 1950s. This generational experience has shaped Ms Goody’s philosophy and eye for quality, reinforcing her lifelong commitment to the Murray Grey breed.
“It’s not about how they look - it’s how they hang up,” Ms Goody explained.
A WIN FOR THE BREED
This result is more than a personal triumph. It is a resounding endorsement of Murray Grey genetics in one of Australia’s most competitive and prestigious carcase competitions. Against hundreds of grass-fed and grain-fed entries, the Murray Grey cross heifer proved the breed’s ability to deliver superior performance in traits that matter most to processors, retailers, and consumers.
By combining market suitability, eating quality, and adaptability, the Murray Grey continues to strengthen its place as one of Australia’s most relevant and valuable beef breeds.
LOOKING AHEAD
Ms Goody is already preparing further entries for upcoming events, including the Gympie Carcase Classic, ensuring Murray Grey genetics will continue to be showcased in top-tier competitions.
Her Grand Champion win at Callide Dawson not only recognises her skill and dedication, but also underscores the breed’s capacity to succeed in today’s commercial beef industry.
The Murray Grey cross heifer’s victory stands as a milestone achievement - a clear reminder that Murray Grey genetics deliver results in the paddock, on the hook, and in the marketplace.
This year’s grand champion carcase award went to Girlie Goody for her Murray Grey cross heifer entry.
Picture by Judith Maizey – Queensland country life
MURRAY GREY CROSS STEER CLAIMS GRAND CHAMPION HONOURS AT PERTH ROYAL SHOW
By Farm Weekly
In a hotly contested carcase competition, it was a Murray Grey cross steer exhibited by Grace Henderson of Esperance that ultimately rose to the top, claiming the coveted Grand Champion ribbon.
The winning carcase impressed judges across all criteria, finishing on 94.63 points out of 100. It also earned the title of Champion Mediumweight Carcase.
Breaking down the results, the carcase scored 39.38/40 for eating quality, 25/25 for market specifications, and 30.25/35 for lean meat yield.
Key statistics included a 309.2kg hot standard carcase weight, 58.5% dressing percentage, 87cm² eye muscle area, and 510 MSA marbling score, with an impressive MSA index of 63.
Grace prepared the steer alongside her mother, Crystal Henderson, at The Beef Machine, Esperance, where Crystal serves as manager. The 528kg steer was by an Angus bull out of a Murray Grey cow, demonstrating the strength of crossbreeding between the two renowned breeds.
Prepared on a grain and oaten hay silage ration for 90 days, the steer was later purchased by Woolworths for $2,500 at auction.
The grand champion carcase at this years Perth Royal Show was exhibited by Grace Henderson, Esperance. Picture by Jodie Rintoul – Farm Weekly
LONGEVITY IN MURRAY GREYS AND THE ENDURING LEGACY OF THE COLLEEN LINE
By Ellen Atkins
Longevity has long been a hallmark of the Murray Grey breed - a true testament to structural integrity, fertility, and sound maternal instinct.
Few family lines capture this better than the Colleens of Elbern, whose enduring influence continues to reflect the breed’s hallmark qualities of balance, resilience, and quiet strength.
Our connection to the Colleen line began when Robgranthony Colleen 6th, a striking grey-dappled heifer born in 1984, arrived from Western Australia as part of the Robgranthony heifer consignment. When Elbern joined forces with Robgranthony in 1985 to establish the Robern Stud, Colleen 6th quickly stood out - admired for her beautiful length, ideal structure, and unmistakable presence. She was sired by Koojan Hill Midnight Cowboy, a carcass sire of distinction and son of the great Cadella Park Longfella, tracing back to the famed Koojan Hill Pride female line.
Her daughters and granddaughters carried forward that unmistakable Murray Grey durability. Robern Colleen N9, bred from the Rembrandt line and sired by Lochaber Braes Diplomat, went on to become a foundation female for Millwood Murray Grey Stud in Victoria. Living to the remarkable age of 22 years, she produced 35 registered calves, many through embryo transfer - an extraordinary record of sustained fertility and function.
The Colleen strength continued with Robern Colleen 62, whose progeny included Sandalwood Colleen R4, purchased back into the Elbern herd where she bred consistently until 19 years of age. Likewise, Robern Colleen S2, born in 1997 and later joining the Murfield Stud in Tasmania, produced outstanding progeny such as Murfield Volcano V2 and Elbern Colleen F22, maintaining excellent structure and productivity until 18 years old.
These enduring matriarchs exemplify the best of the Murray Grey - cows that stay sound, fertile, and functional year after year. Their ability to thrive, rear quality calves, and maintain condition deep into their later years is a reflection not just of good management, but of the breed’s intrinsic genetic strength.
At Elbern, we’ve always believed that if a cow remains structurally correct, healthy, and maternal, she earns her place in the herd - regardless of age. The Colleen line has proven that philosophy time and again. Their legacy serves as a living reminder that true longevity in the Murray Grey breed is not by chance, but by careful selection, structural soundness, and the quiet power of enduring genetics.
Koojan Hill Midnight Cowboy
Robern Colleen N9
Elbern Colleen M14 and baby Nov 2023
SA MURRAY GREY BREED
PROMOTION GROUP WEEKEND –2025 WRAP-UP
Our annual SA Murray Grey Breed Promotion Group Weekend Gathering was held from Friday 17th to Sunday 19th January 2025 on the Yorke Peninsula, centred around the Maitland area.
On Friday night, everyone met at the Maitland Caravan Park. For those keen to explore, we visited Sunny Hill Distillery, where we enjoyed a guided tour through the vats, learned how their gin is made, and sampled their range of gin and liqueurs - all while watching a stunning sunset from the deck. We then returned to the caravan park for a relaxing BBQ tea, unwinding with great company, good food, and a few drinks.
On Saturday, we visited the A.G. Schilling property, located just outside Maitland. This impressive family enterprise has been operating for over 100 years and is now a large-scale cropping business focusing on seed production. The property featured enormous purpose-built grain storage sheds and showcased their diversified ventures, including the production of mouse bait (“Last Supper”), sold in merchandise stores across South Australia, and their own locally branded craft beer. It was a spotless operation run by truly wonderful people.
Next, we travelled to Ashvell Murray Grey Stud, home of the Nankivell family, where we were treated to a look around their herd of quality cattle, followed by a well-earned BBQ lunch. After lunch, we held our Annual General Meeting, before heading out for a Saturday night dinner at the Maitland Pub. The pub, owned by group member Rhys O’Donoghue (who also operates Moonta Meats Butcher Shop), proudly featured Murray Grey steaks on the menu. Rhys continues to be a great supporter of the SA Murray Grey Beef brand.
Following dinner, we enjoyed an engaging talk from Aimee, representing Curtin Springs NT and Quentin Park Alpacas, who shared fascinating insights about life growing up on a large, remote cattle station in central Australia.
On Sunday, the group travelled to Moonta, enjoying breakfast at the seaside café Moonta on the Seashore. Afterwards, there was some free time to explore the charming town before everyone headed home.
We extend our sincere thanks to the Nankivell family for hosting us throughout the weekend. It was a thoroughly enjoyable and informative experience, offering a great chance to catch up and see more of the Yorke Peninsula.
We’re already looking forward to our next SA Murray Grey Breed Promotion Group Weekend, to be held at Kingston SE, South Australia, on 16th–18th January 2026.
Everyone with an interest in Murray Grey beef cattle - stud or commercial breeders alike - is warmly invited to join us for another great weekend of learning, networking, and fun.
For more information, please contact our Secretary, Tracey Caire, on 0408 089 912.
HELEN SUTHERLAND – FOUNDING THE MURRAY GREY
By Richard Frith & Murray Sutherland
On the banks of the Upper Murray River in north-eastern Victoria, an Australian agricultural legacy quietly began.
At Thologolong Station, Helen Sutherland recognised something special in a handful of pale-coloured cattle that would one day become the world-renowned Murray Grey breed….
Grey calves were first noted at Thologolong Station in 1914, born from stud Angus bulls and a horned Shorthorn cow kept as a milker by the Sutherland family. In The Days That Are No More, author John Henwood records that Peter Sutherland (Helen’s father-in-law) described the original animal as “a washy roan Shorthorn cow,” from which twelve progeny were retained. Henwood cites later descriptions of these calves as “dove grey” (1955) and “monotone or mottled grey or cream” (1956), and includes early photographs of the Thologolong Shorthorns-his work remains a valuable reference for those interested in the breed’s beginnings.
By the 1920s, these grey cattle-affectionately known within the family as the Mulberries-were still run in the main herd without any formal breeding program. They were, however, the product of quality sires and carried distinctive colour and type.
In October 1932, the 1,200-head Thologolong herd was dispersed following the settlement of the Sutherland estate. The cattle were driven on horseback through the rugged bush tracks and across the steep Granya Gap to Tallangatta. Among the herd were several of the greys that had so long intrigued the family.
By this time, Helen Sutherland (née Player) had married Keith Sutherland, who managed Thologolong. While most attention focused on the established black cattle, Helen was drawn to the unique appearance and even temperament of the greys. At her request, her father Frank Player and cousin Jack purchased every grey cow offered at the dispersal-just eight females-forming the foundation of what would become the Murray Grey, the only British-based beef breed to originate in Australia.
During the 1930s, Helen began applying Mendel’s genetic principles to develop a consistent breed type, assisted by Thologolong’s Scottish-born stud groom, Mr Jock Buik. Though his war service interrupted their work, Helen continued refining the families and establishing the structure that remains evident in the breed today. Her son, Mr Murray Sutherland, later carried this forward under the Michaelong Stud prefix.
PICTURED ABOVE (top to bottom)
Helen Sutherland
An aged cow, photographed in 1956, went under a Mulberry family name of Snowball, was a granddaughter of one of the Mulberries bought for Helen Sutherland at the Thologolong Angus Stud and commercial cattle dispersal sale in 1932.
Shorthorn cattle on Thologolong –photo by Gordon Sutherland
From these foundation females emerged the well-known family lines of Agricola, Amethyst, Boadicea, Cleopatra, Freesia, Koala, Lotus, Magnolia, Moonbeam, Moonflower, and Riverina. Cattle from these lines went on to achieve more than a hundred Royal Show championships across Australia.
The Murray Grey Beef Cattle Society was founded in 1962, and Helen’s pioneering role was formally recognised in 1978 when she was awarded Honorary Membership for Life. The International Murray Grey Congress, later guided by Mr Mervyn Gadd of The Glen Stud, became another major milestone-strengthening the Society’s independence.
At the 1991 Congress, during the unveiling of a monument opposite Thologolong, Helen’s daughter Fiona Sanderson remarked that “many people have been given credit for Mum’s achievements”, quoted by John Henwood.
Looking ahead, Mr Murray Sutherland of Michaelong Stud has proposed a centenary celebration at the monument site to honour Helen’s contribution and the origins of the Murray Grey.
The event will recognise her initiative, persistence, and vision in transforming the Mulberries into one of Australia’s most successful and distinctive beef breeds, while celebrating the many breeders who have continued to advance and promote the Murray Grey around the world.
Save the date: Wednesday, 6 October 2032.
Helen being awarded recognition by the Society of her founding of the breed of cattle
PREPARING MURRAY GREY STEERS FOR SHOWING –HOOF AND HOOK
By David King, “Yallembie” Murray Greys
Preparing Murray Grey steers for hoof and hook competition takes patience, planning, and a good understanding of cattle behaviour.
Over the years, I’ve developed a system that suits my operation and consistently produces quiet, well-finished steers ready to perform in the show ring. Every breeder has their own approach, but the following outline reflects the methods that have worked best for me - shaped by decades of handson experience and plenty of lessons learned along the way.
Back in the late 1970s and 1980s, showing Murray Greys was straightforward. You could teach them to lead, feed them grass and hay, take them to a few local shows, and walk away with ribbons. Those were simpler days.
Today, showing steers has become highly competitive. Prizemoney is a major incentive at many events - sometimes quite substantialespecially at major shows such as Brisbane, Scone, and Glen Innes Beef Bonanza. While Limousin, Charolais, and their crosses now tend to dominate the steer classes, Murray Greys continue to hold their own through quality preparation, temperament, and carcase consistency. Many of the continental steers are purchased at specialist show-steer sales for significant sums, then fed intensively for extended periods - whereas most Murray Grey exhibitors, like myself, still take pride in breeding, feeding, and preparing their own stock from start to finish.
To put things in perspective, an animal consumes around 2.8–3% of its body weight in feed each day, so costs can escalate quickly.
Personally, I only show steers that I have bred myself. There’s greater satisfaction in knowing the animal’s background and seeing the results of your own breeding and preparation efforts come together in the show ring.
SELECTING AND WEANING
Preparation begins long before the show calendar is set. I generally identify potential show steers well before weaning. In fact, the 2016 Ekka Jackpot winner was picked at just two days old - he looked that good even then. I typically wean at around seven months of age.
After they’ve been fully weaned for a couple of weeks, they’re brought into the yards and put into the crush for their first halter experience.
The rope halter is fitted and tied off to the crush, allowing the steer to pull back if it chooses. Crossbreds in particular often do! Being confined within the crush greatly reduces the risk of injury.
Photo 1: Weaned silver steer
Photo 2: In crush with halter applied
Photo 3: In crush, tied and settling
Photo 4: Out of crush, first tie-up session
They’ll usually stand in the crush for half a day before being tied outside the crush. This stage marks the start of basic handling and feeding.
EARLY FEEDING AND HANDLING
I begin feeding with hay and a small amount of grain. To accustom the steer to movement and sound, I string bunting across the yard - the flapping in the wind helps desensitise them - and I keep a radio playing nearby. If you work alone, inviting a few visitors can also help; exposure to different people prepares the animal for what they’ll encounter later on at shows.
This tie-up and feeding stage lasts about ten days. The grain ration is gradually increased each day, so that by the end of the period the steer can be safely transitioned onto full feed.
FEEDING PROGRAM
The total time on grain depends on the animal’s breed and condition.
• A purebred Murray Grey typically requires around 90 days on grain.
• A Murray Grey × Limousin cross may need up to 150 days.
For a steer needing 90 days on feed, I’ll begin the process roughly 100 days before the show - allowing a little extra time for handling and adjustment. The timing varies with the season:
Summer shows (like Sydney Royal) require slightly less time because of faster weight gain, while winter shows (such as Brisbane Ekka) demand more, as cattle take longer to finish in cold, windy weather.
After two or three days of tie-up, once the animal has calmed, I introduce the cane - first over the topline, then under the belly. Most cattle enjoy the contact, and it helps them relax further. I’ll then start leading them around the yard for short sessions.
A golden rule: never let a steer get away from you. Once they know they can break free, they might try it again - possibly in public.
TRANSITION TO PADDOCK AND FULL FEED
After about ten days of daily tying, feeding, and walking to water twice a day, the steer is generally quiet enough to move into a small paddock. There, it has access to:
• a grain self-feeder (fed ad libitum), and
• a round bale of good quality barley or oaten straw. The grain ration I use is barley-based with 15–16% protein.
Avoid corn - it tends to produce yellow fat, which is undesirable for the carcase results.
I tie the steer up for a day each month to maintain manners and reinforce handling.
FINAL STEPS AND PRE-SHOW PREPARATION
Nose rings (which are compulsory for steers) are fitted no later than one month before the intended show.
If possible, I recommend taking the steer to a local show first, as a warm-up before a major event. This early exposure to crowds, noise, and unfamiliar surroundings can make a big difference on the big day.
Photo 5: At the North Coast National –16 October 2025
By the time the main show arrives, the steer should be calm, responsive, and in excellent conditionboth physically and mentally.
CLOSING THOUGHTS
Preparing Murray Grey steers for hoof and hook showing is a steady, time-intensive process that rewards patience and consistency. Whether it’s the daily tie-ups, careful rationing, or the small details like bunting and radio noise, every step contributes to producing a well-behaved, well-finished animal ready to compete.
It might not be the fastest method - but it’s one that’s served me well over the years at “Yallembie.” And there’s nothing more rewarding than watching a steer you’ve bred, raised, and trained yourself step confidently into the ring.
GREYMAN CATTLE THRIVE IN THE TROPICS
By Courtney Hazeldene
In the dry tropics of North Queensland, where the sun shines year-round and tick country tests the resilience of every breed, Sharon and Mark Yensch have found a formula that works.
At Woodland Station, just outside Bowen, the couple run around 500 breeders, depending on the season. Their cattle of choice? The hardy, eventempered Greyman - a cross between Murray Grey and Brahman that’s proving its worth across northern Australia.
Sharon and Mark have been breeding cattle for more than 40 years. What began as simply running Murray Grey bulls over Brahman cowshas evolved into a well-established Greyman herd, now breeding Greyman over Greyman. Through decades of refinement, they’ve struck a balance between two powerhouse genetics: the carcase quality, softness, and calm temperament of the Murray Grey, and the tropical adaptability and endurance of the Brahman.
“Too much Murray Grey and you can get a bit more hair and smaller ears; too much Brahman and you lose the performance,” says Mark. “We’ve found the mix that works - it’s the best of both worlds.”
For the Yensch family, the Murray Grey influence is key. Sharon notes, “You can walk through a mob of cows, and they’ll bring their calves right up to youthat’s the Murray Grey temperament. They’re quiet, calm, and incredibly maternal. They’re amazing animals - it’s incredible what they can do. The Brahman side gives us that toughness and tick
resilience. Weight-wise, the Murray Greys are miles ahead of straight Brahmans, and we don’t pull any calves - they’re just great doers.”
The Greymans’ ability to thrive on diverse feed also sets them apart. “Murray Greys are great grass grazers,” Mark adds, “but the Greyman can handle more - they’ll take on shrubs and trees, extracting more protein from rougher feed. They’re incredibly adaptable.”
BUILDING A TRUSTED PARTNERSHIP
That performance hasn’t gone unnoticed. One of the Yenschs’ long-term buyers, Peter Comiskey of Westpoint Station near Nebo, Queensland, has been purchasing Greyman cattle from them for several years - and he’s one of their biggest advocates.
Peter runs a large trading operation, turning off feeder cattle between 450 kg and 500 kg. He first bought a mob of cows and calves from the Yenschs after seeing a few photos their agent sent through. Within an hour, the deal was done.
“I couldn’t believe how good they looked,” Peter says. “They’re tough cattle that just do well here. They acclimatise quickly, they’re fertile, quiet, and they give me good returns”
Since that first purchase, Peter has been back every year. “He just rings up, books the trucks, and takes whatever we’ve got,” Mark laughs. “He’s amazing to deal with. He and his dad are tremendously nice people - it’s been a great relationship. We know he’s getting a good deal, and he always gives us valuable feedback on how the cattle are performing.”
Greyman cows
Greyman cow
A HERITAGE OF GREY
It turns out that Sharon’s connection to the Murray Grey breed runs deep. She’s the granddaughter of Helen Sutherland, one of the breed’s early champions whose story is featured elsewhere in this magazine. Sharon recalls, “Grandpa wasn’t too interested in the Mulberry (Grey) cattle, so Grandma used to sneak the kitchen scraps out to those first six calves to give them a hand!”
From those early beginnings to the modern-day success of the Greyman, the legacy of the Murray Grey continues to thrive - softer, smarter, and stronger in the hands of breeders like Sharon and Mark Yensch, and buyers like Peter Comiskey who know quality when they see it.
On a recent visit to the Bettini family’s Koorian Farm, I had the opportunity to catch up with Mark Bettini and see firsthand the outstanding cattle operation he and his family have built.
From the moment you set foot on the property, it’s clear that Koorian is more than just a farm - it’s a wellmanaged, forward-thinking enterprise built on strong foundations and smart decision-making.
BREEDING GREYMANS: MURRAY GREY / BRAHMAN CROSS
The cattle in the yards and paddocks told the story themselves. The Greyman cross - Murray Grey bulls over predominantly Brahman cows - has proven to be an exceptional combination for the Bettinis. This cross capitalises on the adaptability, fertility, and tropical tolerance of the Brahman while harnessing the softness, temperament, and carcase quality of the Murray Grey. The result is a line of cattle that thrives in northern conditions and offers versatility for a range of markets.
OPTIONS FOR MARKET FLEXIBILITY
One of the great advantages the Bettini family has gained through this crossbreeding program is marketing flexibility. Cattle bred at their stations near Port Hedland can be sold into the live export trade, or alternatively trucked south to Koorian Farm to be backgrounded before heading to a feedlot.
This dual pathway gives them the best of both worlds - meeting market demand when prices are right for live export, while retaining the option of finishing cattle further south when conditions or pricing dictate.
PERFORMANCE ON PASTURE
During my visit, I was particularly impressed by cattle running in fertiliser trial paddocks. These Greyman steers were achieving 1.9kg/day liveweight gain on grass - a remarkable figure that demonstrates both the genetic potential of the cross and the productivity of the Bettinis’ management system.
The Greyman is living up to its reputation: a robust, adaptable, and highly efficient animal capable of thriving across diverse Australian environments.
A CREDIT TO THE BETTINI FAMILY
The success at Koorian Farm is no accident. It’s a credit to Mark Bettini and his family, whose attention to detail, strategic planning, and excellent stock management have created an outstanding breeding system. By combining Murray Grey genetics with their Brahman base, they’ve unlocked a winning formula that’s delivering in the paddock, the feedlot, and the marketplace.
At Southend Murray Greys, we’re proud to see our bulls performing so well in this environment and contributing to the success of such a respected northern cattle operation.
PICTURED
Murray Grey x Braham cattle – performing at 1.9kg weight gain per day on grass
YOUTH PRESIDENT REPORT
Wow, what an incredible year it has been for the Murray Grey Youth (MGY)!
This year has been one of growth, teamwork, and continued passion for the Murray Grey breed. I was fortunate to take on the role of President earlier this year, and it has been a privilege to lead such a driven and enthusiastic group of young people who share the same love and dedication for the breed.
Throughout the past twelve months, the committee has worked hard to continue building engagement, providing opportunities, and supporting our members right across the country. From fundraising initiatives to event planning and celebrating youth success stories, it’s been a rewarding and inspiring year for everyone involved.
One of our biggest highlights was being involved in the Top of the Range (TOTR) Sale, which continues to grow in strength and significance each year. We were extremely proud to have received a generous donation heifer from Onward Murray Greys, which went under the hammer and raised $2,000 for Murray Grey Youth. We extend our sincere thanks to the Onward team for their generosity and ongoing support - contributions like these allow the committee to continue offering opportunities and programs for our members nationwide.
The Frozen Genetics Semen Sale also played an important role in our fundraising efforts. A heartfelt thank you goes out to all breeders and studs who have supported this initiative by donating semen and genetics. Your generosity ensures that MGY can remain active and self-sustaining, while continuing to promote the Murray Grey breed and its future.
Another major milestone for MGY this year was our involvement in the Premier Murray Grey Sale, held in Albury. During the sale, MGY had on offer one donated heifer and nine semen packages, all kindly contributed by Murray Grey breeders from across Australia.
YOUTH LOTS
Lot 22 – Ondiong Jennifer 635th
Donated by Paul and Sandra Francis of Ondiong Murray Greys
SEMEN PACKAGES
Lot 38 – Monterey Kalahari K304
Donated by Garry Buller, Monterey Murray Greys and Angus
• Lots 39A & 39B – Mighty Next Best Thing N2
Donated by Harris Thompson, Venturon Livestock
• Lot 40 – Ganado Pancho P15
Donated by Courtney Hazeldene, Ganado Greys –Murray Grey Cattle Stud
• Lot 41 – Bottlesford Mocha M58
Donated by Darren Koopman, Bottlesford Murray Greys
Lot 42 – Southend Albert A757
Donated by Phil Hogan, Wattlefene Murray Greys
Lot 43 – Eylwarra Sands Master Stroke M17
Donated by N.A., R.G. & A.J. Eylward, Eylwarra Sands
Murray Greys
Lot 44 – Eylwarra Sands Qualifier Q337
Donated by N.A., R.G. & A.J. Eylward, Eylwarra Sands
Murray Greys
Lot 45 – Arki Not Late N54
Donated by G.I. & K.L. Buick, Arki Murray Grey Stud
From the sale of these lots, MGY raised a little over $5,000, which will go directly towards funding future Murray Grey Youth Stock Shows and member development opportunities. We extend our sincere appreciation to all donors and buyers for their incredible support - your contributions make a real difference in empowering the next generation of Murray Grey breeders.
Over the past year, our youth members have continued to shine across the show circuit, representing the Murray Grey breed with excellence and enthusiasm. From local and state-level events to national competitions, Murray Grey Youth have consistently demonstrated professionalism, pride, and skill in both junior judging and paraders’ competitions. It’s been fantastic to see our members achieving so much and showcasing the true strength of the Murray Grey breed through their success.
Behind the scenes, a significant focus has been the planning and preparation for the 2025 Cratloe Youth Stock Show. The teamwork and determination from the committee during its organisation have been outstanding. Unfortunately, the Youth Committee has made the difficult decision to postpone the event. However, we are excited to see it brought to life in the near future - with even greater opportunities for young breeders and exhibitors to come together, learn, and grow.
As we look ahead to our Annual General Meeting, I’d like to take this opportunity to thank our committee, members, sponsors, and supporters for their ongoing dedication to the youth of our breed. The achievements of this year would not have been possible without your time, energy, and generosity.
It has been a true honour to serve as President, and I am incredibly proud of how far the Murray Grey Youth have come. The passion, commitment, and sense of community within our organisation continue to strengthen the future of the Murray Grey breed - and I’m confident the best is yet to come.
Kind Regards,
Jacob Merrick
Donated Youth Heifer
RISING STARS: MATILDA SULLIVAN & CHARLTON SKIRVING SHINE AT ADELAIDE ROYAL
By Courtney Hazeldene
The Murray Grey community is brimming with pride at the exceptional achievements of two young members at the 2025 Adelaide Royal National Finals.
Matilda Sullivan (Victoria) and Charlton Skirving (Tasmania) both advanced to the national stage in their respective fields, earning Reserve Champion honours and demonstrating the strength, skill, and spirit of our youth.
MATILDA SULLIVANBEEF CATTLE JUDGING
At just 16, Matilda has already built an impressive reputation in livestock judging. Representing Victoria in the Young Beef Cattle Judging national final held at the Royal Adelaide Show, she competed against talented peers from across Australia. Her background is firmly rooted in agriculture and livestock. Matilda comes from a farming family that breeds Hereford and Murray Grey cattle, alongside running free-range hens and an olive grove. She first gained exposure to showing through her local show team and gradually progressed to regional, state, and eventually national competition.
In the 2025 National Young Beef Judges competition, Matilda delivered a performance that earned her Runner-Up / Reserve Champion standing. She was pipped to first place by Tasmania’s Candina Crowden, a testament to the strength of the field.
Matilda described her experience as rewarding and somewhat surprising, noting that she didn’t expect to place so highly at such a young age. She hopes to pursue agricultural science or genetics in the future, maintain involvement in her family’s cattle breeding, and continue contributing positively to the industry.
Her success not only highlights her talent and dedication, but also underscores the value of youth engagement in agricultural and breeding communities. Matilda is an asset to the Murray Grey family, representing her generation with passion and promise.
PICTURED BELOW (L-R)
Matilda Sullivan – Reserve Champion National Beef Cattle Judge – Photo Courtesy Agricultural Shows Australia
Charlton Skirving - Reserve Champion National Parader – Photo Courtesy Agricultural Shows Australia
CHARLTON SKIRVINGYOUNG BEEF CATTLE PARADERS
Meanwhile, in the parading arena, Charlton Skirving made waves for Tasmania by competing in the Young Beef Paraders national final. The competition demands not only the presentation of cattle but the ability of the handler to display poise, confidence, animal handling skill, and showmanship.
Charlton, aged 18, is a livestock agent with Elders Tasmania, and his passion for cattle has seen him develop steadily through local shows to national stages. At the 2025 Adelaide Royal, he earned Runner-Up / Reserve Champion in the Young Beef Paraders event.
Reflecting on the journey, Charlton remarked that getting to Adelaide was a trek but being on the podium makes it all worthwhile. He credited advice from his mentor - “be better, stand up straight and smile” - which resonated especially when nerves and pressure run high in national competition.
He also shared that his love of cattle and the show ring motivated him to begin parading, simply because he wanted to spend more time with the animals and develop his skills. His finish at the national level is a strong indicator of both his dedication and potential in the showing sphere.
WHY THEIR ACHIEVEMENTS MATTER
Getting to the national final in either judging or parading is an extraordinary accomplishment - it requires success through rigorous regional and state qualifiers, a deep knowledge of cattle industry standards, composure under pressure, and countless hours of preparation. That both Matilda and Charlton not only made it but achieved Reserve Champion honours speaks volumes about their capabilities, their support networks, and their commitment to excellence.
Their successes highlight:
Excellence in youth development: These are not just show ring triumphs but reflections of mentorship, training, and investment from families, studs, coaches, and breed communities.
Raising the profile of Murray Grey youth: Their representation at national levels brings visibility to the strength and potential of our upcoming breeders and handlers.
• Inspiration for others: Their journeys encourage younger or aspiring youth to aim high, to participate, to learn, and to push boundaries.
• Future leadership: With their drive, technical understanding, and passion, both Matilda and Charlton are well-placed to become future leaders in the breed and the broader beef sector.
LOOKING AHEAD
As the Murray Grey Beef Cattle Society, we extend our heartfelt congratulations to Matilda and Charlton. These achievements are milestones not just in their own lives but in the story of our youth, our breed, and our community. We’re proud of how they carry themselves, how they represent Murray Greys, and how they embody the values of perseverance, respect, and continuous improvement.
We look forward to seeing how they build on this momentumwhether it’s in future national competitions, breeding, education, or industry leadership - and we’re excited to support their journeys in any way we can.
YOUTH RISING STAR
FOCUSING ON BREEDING QUALITY STOCK
By Georgina Buick
Nikki and her bull
At just 25, Nikki Vaughan may live and work in Forbes, NSW, but her heart remains firmly tied to her family property in Bundanoon, in the Southern Highlands.
Nikki’s journey with the Murray Grey breed began in 2013, when her parents purchased her a commercial Murray Grey female for her 13th birthday. At the time, she was helping manage her family’s commercial Poll Hereford operation, and the gift sparked her lasting interest in the beef industry.
In 2014, after watching the stud cattle judging at the Canberra and Sydney Royal Shows, Nikki began showing Murray Greys with Glenliam Farm. Her enthusiasm for the breed grew quickly. For her 16th birthday, her parents gifted her the heifer that would become the foundation of her stud - Glenliam Farm Beroleanne L53 - a cow that remains her most productive and valuable breeder today.
Soon after receiving her first stud female, Nikki began working with Ian and Narelle Wilcox of Ayr Park Murray Greys, whose guidance and support helped her refine her breeding goals and develop her herd.
When she officially founded her stud at 18 years old in 2018, Nikki wanted a name that carried personal meaning. After much thought, she chose “Jumping Rock Murray Greys.”
“I named my stud after my favourite paddock on our family property,” Nikki explains. “The ‘Jumping Rock’ paddock is always green and lush, and the cattle in there always seem to do the best, no matter the season.”
Since then, Nikki’s involvement with Murray Grey Youth has continued to strengthen. As an active Youth Member, she has achieved numerous milestones, but one stands above the rest:
“My favourite and greatest achievement was winning Supreme Champion Murray Grey Exhibit at the 2025 Canberra Royal Show with my bull, Jumping Rock Ulysses U2,” she says.
That same bull later sold for $7,000 to A.E. & E.A. Jones, Mallanganee, NSW, at the 2025 Premier Murray Grey Sale held at the Albury Showgrounds.
Looking to the future, Nikki’s goals are clear. She hopes to purchase her own property to expand her stud herd and establish a commercial Murray Grey or crossbreeding enterprise. Alongside this, she plans to continue building her career in the beef industry, particularly in the grain-fed, feedlot, and animal health and welfare sectors.
Foundation Female
Jumping Rock Cows and Calves
A TRIP DOWN UNDER
Written by Hays Boyd
The Backbone Ranch lies on 800 acres in north Texas, made up of both native prairie grasses and improved Bermudagrass pasture.
It’s managed by Chandler Lindsley and myself, Hays Boyd. We typically run around 60 cow/calf pairs each year and are now entering our 15th year with Murray Greys. Alongside the ranch, I also work as a mixedanimal veterinarian serving the rural community of Gainesville, Texas.
In October, I had the opportunity to travel to Australia to visit Murray Grey and Square Meater studs. Over the course of 14 days, I attended the Melbourne Royal Show and toured 11 studs across Victoria, New South Wales, and Western Australia. I was truly impressed - and deeply grateful - for the generosity and hospitality of every producer I met along the way.
Even within the first few days, I was struck by the outstanding quality of cattle I saw. The cows displayed strong frames, excellent udder attachments, and impressive width through the loin and hips. The bulls were masculine, sure-footed, and retained that softness and depth that I value so highly in my own herd. You could tell at a glance that these animals had the genetic potential to produce superior carcasses.
From my experience both in the U.S. and now Australia, I’ve noticed that this particular trait - width and muscling through the top line, correlating with a larger ribeye area - is an area where some U.S. Murray Greys could improve. Few breeders in the States, ourselves included, ultrasound their bulls, and the difference shows - both in the pasture and on the plate.
Before visiting Australia, I felt our herd was already at a level that would be hard to improve upon. After seeing the cattle there, however, I came home inspired and with a clearer sense of direction - a vision for how we can continue to refine our herd and incorporate the genetics that will strengthen the foundation we’ve built over the past 14 years.
PICTURED TOP TO BOTTOM
A line-up of 18-month-old bulls in Australia
A 16-month-old commercial Murray Grey bull in the US
AMGA UPDATE: BUILDING MOMENTUM FOR MURRAY GREYS IN THE UNITED STATES
Warm greetings from the American Murray Grey Association (AMGA), and sincere thanks to the Murray Grey Beef Cattle Society for the opportunity to share updates from across the Pacific. It’s a privilege to celebrate our shared passion for this remarkable breed.
The AMGA is a collective of dedicated breeders working to strengthen, fund, and shape the future of the Murray Grey in the United States. Protecting our historic herd book and ensuring the breed’s longterm success remain our top priorities. Over the past year, the association has gained real momentum as enthusiasm and awareness of the Murray Grey continue to grow nationwide.
MEMBER-LED PROGRESS
The AMGA remains fully member-operated, with directors and volunteers guiding the association’s direction. Monthly board meetings are open to all members, encouraging collaboration, transparency, and participation. Members are also invited to join committees to help drive promotional, genetic, and educational projects that strengthen the breed.
PROMOTION AND COMMUNICATION
In 2025, the AMGA published its first Murray Grey Exclusive Bull Directory, a dedicated resource connecting breeders and buyers across the U.S. The association’s website also received a major upgrade, including new digital registration forms that streamline paperwork and reduce costs - particularly for female registrations under 120 days. Improved communication and registry support have helped breeders feel more confident in promoting and registering their cattle. A membership poll introduced this year allowed members to directly influence the association’s future priorities, reinforcing AMGA’s grassroots, member-driven foundation.
YOUTH AND BREED DEVELOPMENT
Junior members represent the future of the breed. To support them, the AMGA introduced a free steer registration program, encouraging participation in youth shows and boosting Murray Grey visibility among young cattle producers.
GENETICS AND DATA INTEGRATION
A key project underway is the integration of genetic condition data into the ABRI pedigree database - set to launch in the coming year. Alongside this, breeders are being encouraged to expand genetic testing and transparency, ensuring Murray Greys remain strong, consistent, and productive.
GROWTH AND RENEWED INTEREST
Membership and registrations are rising. So far in 2025, the AMGA has processed 709 registrations and 498 transfers, with 239 active members - a 26% increase in registrations since 2022. Demand for Murray Greys is climbing, with breeders reporting record female sales and new interest from producers in nearly every U.S. state. Excitement also surrounds the introduction of new Australian genetics, helping diversify and strengthen the national gene pool.
COLLABORATION AND SHOWS
New unification projects are bringing breeders together, fostering shared ideas and cooperative initiatives. Show participation is also thriving. The Northwest Murray Grey Association Show in Boise, Idaho, recorded record entries with more than 60 animals exhibited. At the AMGA National Show in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Supreme Champion Murray Grey awards went to Circle S Made to Order and Stony Creek Maverick, both owned by Circle S Farms.
LOOKING AHEAD
The AMGA plans to appoint its first staff member to further professionalize operations and continue building on this momentum. With the American cattle herd at its lowest level since 1961, the association believes Murray Greys are ideally positioned to help rebuild with their efficiency, temperament, and exceptional beef quality.
By increasing Murray Grey numbers and awareness, the breed can play a key role in shaping a more sustainable and productive U.S. beef industry.
The future for Murray Greys in the United States is bright, and we look forward to continuing our strong partnership with our Australian friends as we promote and preserve this outstanding breed.
Warm regards,
The American Murray Grey Association
SOUTHEND
pure silvers
Progeny available by these Sires, 2026 sale
Ondiong Senator 2F S30
Sire: ONDIONG DYNASTY L29
Dam: ONDIONG DEBBIE 124Th
We purchased Senator privately from Pual & Sandra Francis for $40,000 in 2023. He has been breeding an outstanding, consistent line of calves with loads of early growth. A heavy set frame score 6 bull with a huge amount of capacity. Always stays in good condition with a sleek coat. His retained daughters have already proven to be highly fertile with 100% in calf within the first 4weeks of joining. The first outstanding line of bulls and females available in our 2026 sale. 1120kg at 4 years of age in this photo.
Southend Solo WMM S694
Sire: KELSO CRACKER C17
Dam: SOUTHEND CLEOPATRA P330
Form birth Solo has been an outstanding bull and was selected as another elite home bred sire. He has developed into a very impressive bull that displays everything that I’m looking for. Structurally very sound with a docile temperament Solo has the makings to become a very influential sire. 1240kg in this photo. A maternal brother to Southend Roman.
Southend Roman WMM R545
Sire: SOUTHEND KOHAN
Dam: SOUTHEND CLEOPATRA P330
A proven sire with over 200 naturally conceived progeny on the ground at 5 years of age. The first calf out of P330. His progeny have really hit the mark with outstanding growth and are very consistent in type. This is reflected in his tremendous set of growth figures. A real curve bender +2.7 birth weight to +103 600 day weight and +121 mature cow weight. 1150kg at 4 years of age in this photo. A real impact sire that has been leaving his mark with both bulls and heifers.
Conception to consumption pure silvers
30th on property sale 13th Feb 2026
55 bulls
10 Grey PTIC cows (complete grey cow dispersal)
20 registered open Heifers 60 unregistered open yearling heifers
Progeny available by these Sires, 2026 sale
Southend Ralph WMM R539
Sire: SOUTHEND NARSSIST
Dam: SOUTHEND N91 SUGAR
Ralph was our 2023 sale topper, selling for $24,000. Using him as an AI sire only, his progeny are very consistent. One of the best natured bulls we have bred with loads of production. Proving to be a short gestation bull with moderate birth weight making him a successful heifer joining bull.
Southend Narssist WMM N185
Sire: WALLAWONG XYRIS
Dam: SOUTHEND K-PERFECTION K769
Narssist is one of the most exciting and influential sires we have had. He has proven the ability to breed high quality progeny consistently. Over 300 progeny on the ground. Producing outstanding genetics here at Southend and now internationally. He is the most represented sire in our female herd with his daughters breeding on exceptionally well.
RED MEAT AMBASSADORS PROGRAM:
CONNECTING PASSION WITH PURPOSE IN MELBOURNE
Written by Ella Anderson
How industry advocates are shaping the conversation around red meat
When Murray Grey Beef Cattle Society Board Member Ella Anderson joined the Red Meat Ambassadors Program in Melbourne this March, she wasn’t simply attending another workshop - she was stepping into a dynamic network of industry champions united by a shared goal: elevating the way Australia talks about red meat.
Backed by Meat & Livestock Australia, the program draws together advocates from every corner of the supply chain - producers, processors, agents, and even supermarket managers. Across two intensive days, participants refined their communication skills, explored how to tell powerful stories about red meat production, and forged connections that will extend well beyond the workshop setting.
The program began with the latest insights into consumer trends. While the proportion of Australians identifying as vegan has remained steady, research shows most people continue to hold farmers in high regard. Ambassadors were also introduced to the Good Meat platform - an online hub packed with facts, stories, and resources that highlight how red meat is produced. Through its website and social channels (goodmeat. com.au), the platform shares real on-farm experiences and answers the questions consumers most often ask.
A key theme throughout the sessions was the art of “asking and listening” - a simple yet powerful technique drawn from psychology and vital for building genuine conversations about agriculture. Participants also explored how social media tools like LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook can be used to share authentic stories and create transparency across the industry. For Ella, who already shares her journey as Circular Ponds Farming, gaining confidence with these platforms was a highlight.
Perhaps the biggest challenge was stepping into the media spotlight. The thought of interviews or public speaking initially seemed daunting, but with expert coaching and practical exercises, ambassadors quickly gained the skills and confidence to communicate with clarity and conviction.
“My advice: if you’re passionate about the red meat industry, get involved,” Ella says. “It’s a fantastic opportunity to meet people from right across the supply chain. Put yourself out there - be prepared to step outside your comfort zone. That’s when you learn the most.”
The Red Meat Ambassadors Program shows that the future of Australian agriculture will be shaped by those willing to speak up, connect, and lead with purpose.
For more information, visit: mla.com.au/marketingbeef-and-lamb/mla-ambassadors-for-the-red-meatindustry-program
Red Meat Ambassador attendees
ENHANCEMENTS TO MURRAY GREY BREEDPLAN IN 2025
ABRI Extension Services
A number of enhancements were delivered in the April 2025 Murray Grey BREEDPLAN analysis including the introduction of Single-Step BREEDPLAN and a new model for analysing calving ease.
This development has been made possible by all users of Murray Grey BREEDPLAN who contribute data, the Animal Genetics and Breeding Unit (AGBU) for the research and Agricultural Business Research Institute (ABRI) for the implementation and support of these developments.
Murray Grey BREEDPLAN became the 19th BREEDPLAN analysis to include DNA (genomic) information into the calculation of breeding values via the Single-Step methodology. To achieve this, the Murray Grey breed had to accumulate a large reference population of animals that were both genotyped and performance recorded before this enhancement could be implemented. Iterative testing by AGBU and ABRI revealed when the reference population was both of sufficient size, and sufficiently represented the diversity of the breed, to benefit Murray Grey BREEDPLAN EBV accuracy. Murray Grey reached this threshold in early 2025 and the enhancement was implemented alongside an updated calving ease model in April. Worldwide, Single-Step is considered to be the gold standard methodology for incorporating DNA results into genetic evaluations and is used across all species of livestock.
The concurrent release of the updated calving ease model was part of the wider roll out of this update across BREEDPLAN. For Murray Grey, the calving ease update also included the use of DNA information, but with additional changes to contemporary group formation so that they matched what is used for the Birth Weight EBV, and the introduction of genetic groups so that animals of incomplete pedigree were better modelled. Like the Murray Grey Single-Step BREEDPLAN update, these changes were validated in the Murray Grey, and other BREEDPLAN analyses, before implementation.
More scientific detail on these enhancements was published at the time of their release and are still available on the Murray Grey website: (scan QR code)
The rest of this article will discuss what these enhancements mean for breeders of Murray Grey cattle and the testing that was carried out to validate these enhancements.
WHAT THE ENHANCEMENTS TO MURRAY GREY BREEDPLAN MEAN FOR BREEDERS
DNA provides Murray Grey Single-Step BREEDPLAN with more information to analyse and consequently more accurate EBVs. As with any enhancement, or addition of data, there were some changes in EBV, EBV accuracy (Figure 1) and selection index values observed for some animals.
Figure 1: Distribution of Calving Ease Direct EBV accuracy using the original (PED) and enhanced (SS) BREEDPLAN methodologies.
Animals with low original EBV accuracy (prior to SingleStep) will have, on average, seen the biggest increases in EBV accuracy with genotyping. For breeders, this will have multiple benefits including:
• Younger animals will get more accurate EBVs, particularly for traits they are too young to be measured for (e.g. Mature Cow Weight in a weaner). This will allow breeders to have more confidence in the selection decisions they make on younger animals, thus potentially allowing the use of younger selection candidates and enabling faster genetic progress.
• Animals in smaller herds and/or smaller contemporary groups within a herd (e.g. ET calves or a show team) typically have fewer animals against which direct comparisons can be made. The collection and use of DNA information allows breeders to compensate for the reduced statistical power of these smaller groups with more information available on their relationships to the wider genotyped and performance recorded population.
Breeders need to be aware that while the inclusion of DNA information can substantially improve EBV accuracy, it does not replace the need for ongoing performance recording (Table 1). EBVs are most reliable when DNA and performance records are combined, and a strong reference population remains essential. If performance data is not contributed, the reference population becomes weaker over time, reducing the value of the DNA information and increasing the risk of individual animals becoming unrelated to the reference population and not benefiting from their DNA information. Murray Grey breeders are strongly encouraged to continue to collect performance data for all traits that are of importance to their and/or their clients breeding objectives.
VALIDATION OF THE MURRAY GREY BREEDPLAN ENHANCEMENTS
A key component to delivering any BREEDPLAN enhancement is testing to ensure that each enhancement benefits the users of the information. In the case of the enhancements delivered to Murray Grey in April, extensive testing has been carried out using both Murray Grey and, separately, data from other genetic evaluations.
Table 1: Percent of the Murray Grey Reference Population recorded for birth traits.
The benefits of including DNA information also apply in the new calving ease model where the additional source of information will be particularly beneficial for herds with low incidences of birth difficulties. In some herds, management (for example cow feeding while pregnant or sire choices for use over heifers) can mask the true calving ease genetic potential of the herd and the extra DNA information will assist the BREEDPLAN analysis of this trait. For those breeders who are unfamiliar with the exact definitions of the calving ease traits, it should also be noted that they provide an estimate of genetic differences in the ability of calves to be born unassisted from two year old heifers. Therefore the absence of assisted births in progeny from bulls only used over mature cows can be misleading.
While the addition of DNA to the calving ease model is a significant enhancement, testing of the individual components of the new model has revealed that the contemporary group and genetic group changes have had an even larger effect on the Murray Grey Calving Ease EBVs. For breeders, the following changes due to these may have been observed:
• More spread/variation in the Calving Ease EBVs than was previously observed. However for some animals, while their EBV value may have changed, their rank within a herd or breed may have changed very little. For example, a bull in the top 20% of the Murray Grey Beef Cattle Society would have had a Calving Ease direct EBV of +1.0 or higher using the old model, whereas the top 20% is now +3.3 or higher. The greater EBV spread will potentially allow more genetic progress by further differentiating the better animals retained in the herd from those that have been culled on this trait.
• The change in contemporary group formation for calving ease can influence the direct comparisons and genetic linkage used in the calculation of the Calving Ease EBVs. Extreme cases may involve individuals gaining or losing comparisons, or genetic linkage, in their new contemporary groupings and consequent changes in Calving Ease EBVs.
Dr Brad Crook, the manager of Genetics Research & Development at ABRI spent a considerable amount of time validating these enhancements and believes they represent a considerable step forward for Murray Grey BREEDPLAN. There were two main questions addressed in the validation process: firstly, did the change in how the calving ease data was modelled improve the performance of the analysis? Secondly, did the use of genomics improve the stability of EBVs as more performance data was added? The answer in both instances was “yes”. Changing the way the data is modelled to align it better with other birth traits allows the genetic components of calving ease to be more effectively separated, resulting in more reliable EBVs. Adding genomics to the analysis also creates greater stability in EBVs, especially for animals that have a genotype included before having progeny recorded for the trait.
For those interested in more detail, a scientific paper using the validation method with BREEDPLAN is available by scanning this QR Code:
CONCLUSION
The enhancements released in the April 2025 Murray grey BREEDPLAN analysis have improved the predictive ability of the BREEDPLAN analysis and ensured that Murray Grey BREEDPLAN is continuing to make the best use of data being collected by Murray Grey breeders across Australia, New Zealand, Canada, the UK and the USA. By combining pedigree, performance, and DNA data in a single analysis, Single-Step BREEDPLAN delivers EBVs that are more accurate, reliable, and meaningful for both seedstock and commercial producers. For breeders, this has meant earlier and better-informed selection decisions, stronger marketing opportunities, and faster genetic progress. For the breed, the adoption of Single-Step aligns Murray Grey with international best practice. Many of the world’s major beef breeds now use SingleStep evaluations, and its implementation ensures Murray Grey remains competitive and credible in both domestic and global markets.
FEEDING FOR THE FUTURE:
WEANING AND DEVELOPING REPLACEMENT HEIFERS FOR LONGEVITY AND FERTILITY
By Anthony Pearce B Applied Science Agriculture, B Agribusiness Ruminant Nutritionist Partner in Hills Farm Supplies
In any breeding operation, the foundation of a productive herd lies in the strength of its replacement females.
For Murray Grey breeders, weaning and growing out heifer calves is a balancing act - feeding them to achieve their genetic potential without pushing them too hard or holding them back. It’s a task that requires both attention to detail and a long-term mindset.
THE WEANING WINDOW: SETTING THE TONE FOR GROWTH
Weaning is one of the most critical stress points in a young female’s life, it marks a major physiological and psychological shift for young heifers. It’s not just a physical separation from the dam - it’s also the start of her journey as a future breeder. The abrupt removal of maternal milk and the stress of separation can have short-term impacts on appetite, immunity, and gut health. During this period, the goal is to minimise setbacks while supporting steady, even growth. These challenges are best managed with gradual transitions and consistent nutrition. A ration that provides sufficient energy and protein is essential, but so too is the consistency of feeding and the handling environment.
Good quality pasture, backed by supplementary hay and a custom mineral mix, forms the foundation. Where grass quality dips, especially during dry seasons, a light grain or pellet introduction can maintain energy levels.
If having to supplementary feed, start by offering a palatable, high-fibre ration alongside good quality hay and clean water prior to weaning. Post-weaning, the diet should provide a moderate energy level (9–11 MJ ME/kg DM), adequate protein (14–16% crude protein), and balanced macro and trace minerals. A diet too high in energy can promote fat deposition - especially around the developing udder. Conversely, energy deficiencies can compromise immune development and delay puberty (Funston et al. 2221).
PROTEIN: BUILDING THE FRAMEWORK
Protein is crucial for skeletal and lean tissue growth. Heifers require high-quality protein sources that supply sufficient lysine and methionine to support muscle development and hormone production. Lucerne hay, canola meal, soybean meal, and lupins are all excellent options. For pasture-based systems, ensure legumes, herbs or protein-rich forages are part of the diet, particularly during seasons when pasture digestibility drops.
ENERGY: FUEL FOR GROWTH, BUT NOT TOO MUCH
Energy intake must be carefully managed. While cereal grains are effective energy sources, excessive feeding can lead to fat deposition in the udder, liver, and pelvic region - particularly if the energy: protein ratio is unbalanced (Roberts et al. 60).
Slow-release energy sources, such as cereal hay or silage, can be valuable tools. Grain feeding should be limited to 1-2 kg per head per day for growing heifers, ideally in a mixed ration.
MINERALS & TRACE ELEMENTS: THE SILENT DRIVERS OF FERTILITY
It’s not just about energy and protein - trace minerals are often overlooked but vital. Copper, selenium, zinc, manganese, and iodine all play key roles in reproductive development, immune competence and hoof and skin health. Deficiencies can impair ovarian function and embryonic survival (Spears 451).
If you’re in a known deficient area, supplementing with a mineral mix or bolus is recommended. For example Phosphorus, particularly important for bone growth and early cycling, is often low in red soil or summerdry regions.
An ideal mineral program should be formulated with the assistance of a livestock nutritionist or vet and adjusted based on pasture tests and water quality.
MANAGING BODY CONDITION: WALK THE LINE
Heifers should be tracked by weight and body condition regularly. The sweet spot is a BCS of 3.0–3.5 (on a 1–5 scale) going into joining. If too lean, conception may be delayed; if too fat, there’s a risk of calving difficulties and damage to udder tissue. Target bodyweight at joining should be 60–65% of mature cow weight (MLA).
Heifers should be gaining at a moderate ratetargeting 0.6 to 0.8 kg/day depending on frame and environment. Growth should be even and consistent, with body condition managed carefully. The goal is not to produce show calves, but sound, functional cows that will breed reliably and stay in the herd.
RUMEN DEVELOPMENT AND LONG-TERM HEALTH
Encouraging forage intake from an early age supports proper rumen development - critical for long-term feed efficiency and fibre digestion. A diverse pasture base with grass, clover, and herbs supports this, as does access to roughage like hay or silage.
Avoid overly refined, high-starch rations for long periods. While these can encourage rapid weight gain, they may reduce rumen papillae development and increase risk of metabolic issues later in life.
LONG-TERM COST OF GETTING IT WRONG.
Poorly grown heifers often come with a hidden cost. Underfed heifers may fail to cycle, conceive late, or drop out before their second calf. Overfed heifers may experience reduced milk output or calving difficulties. These issues contribute to higher early culling rates and fewer heifers reaching maturity (Cushman et al. 1955).
Studies show that heifers failing to calve early are more likely to be culled within their first three years (Cushman et al. 1958), while protein- and energydeficient heifers wean lighter calves and have lower first-service conception rates (Roberts et al. 60; NSW DPI).
Fertility is often seen as a “yes or no” result at pregnancy testing, but it’s really an indicator of the whole development program. A heifer that joins early, calves easily, and continues to rebreed is a product of thoughtful management from weaning through to first lactation.
Feed programs that promote skeletal growth and lean tissue development without laying down excess fat are essential. Trace minerals such as selenium, copper, and zinc - especially in deficient areas - can quietly affect fertility and immune status, while proper phosphorus and calcium balance ensures sound bone development.
THE BIG PICTURE: COWS THAT LAST
It’s easy to get caught up in early growth data or show results, but the real return on a replacement heifer comes in her second, third, and fourth calfand beyond. Feeding for longevity means prioritising structure, fertility, and function over early bloom. It means growing heifers into cows that last.
For Murray Grey breeders, where maternal traits are a hallmark of the breed, this balanced approach ensures your next generation of cows are as functional as they are fertile.
TABLE 1: TARGET GROWTH & BODYWEIGHT MILESTONES FOR HEIFERS
Stage Target Bodyweight (kg) Notes
Weaning (6–8 months) 200–260
Pre-joining (13–15 months) 60–65% of mature weight
First Calving (22–24 months) 85–90% of mature weight
Mature Cow Weight (est.) 500–600
Varies by mature cow weight and season
Critical for puberty and conception
Ensures adequate frame and reserves
Used to set all growth targets
TABLE 2: NUTRITIONAL GUIDELINES FOR GROWING HEIFERS
Nutrient Target Value (DM Basis)
Energy (ME) 9–11 MJ/kg DM
Crude Protein 14–16%
Calcium (Ca)
Phosphorus (P)
Trace Minerals
0.6–0.8%
0.3–0.4%
Common Sources
Cereal hay, barley, oats
Lucerne, lupins, soybean meal
Lime, legumes, mineral mix
Dicalcium phosphate, legumes
Balanced per requirements Commercial premix, boluses
TABLE 3: LONG-TERM IMPACTS OF INCORRECT HEIFER FEEDING
Feeding Issue
Underfeeding energy
Short-Term Impact
Delayed puberty, poor frame
Overfeeding energy Fat deposition, fatty udder
Low protein Poor muscle growth, slow development
Mineral deficiency
Immunosuppression, delayed cycling
Works Cited
Cushman, R.A., Kill, L.K., Funston, R.N., Mousel, E.M., & Perry, G.A. “Heifer calving date positively influences longevity and lifetime productivity.” Journal of Animal Science, vol. 91, no. 4, 2013, pp. 1954–1961.
“Physiological and production responses of the beef heifer to nutrition and development.” Journal of Animal Science, vol. 90, no. 6, 2012, pp. 2220–2227.
Long-Term Consequence
Missed joining, early culling
Reduced lifetime milk, dystocia risk
Lower productivity, increased culling
Infertility, lameness, poor calf viability
Meat & Livestock Australia (MLA). “More beef from pastures –Heifer Management Module.”
NSW Department of Primary Industries. “Feeding young breeding cattle for lifetime performance.”
Roberts, A.J., Funston, R.N., Grings, E.E., Waterman, R.C., & Geary, T.W. “Reproductive performance of heifers in response to prenatal and postweaning gain.” Proceedings, Western Section, American Society of Animal Science, vol. 60, 2009.
Spears, J.W. “Role of trace minerals in animal reproduction.” Journal of Animal Science, vol. 74, no. 2, 1996, pp. 449–455.
WOODBOURN MURRAY GREY SALES
ANOTHER HAPPY DAY AT THE WOODBOURN MURRAY GREY SALE
A beautiful still blue autumn day welcomed everyone to the Woodbourn Murray Grey Sale on Monday and it was a cracking success. A lot of people attended the sale, considerably more than usual, and there was a buzz in the room. The Wallace’s have been holding a Murray Grey on farm sale for 46 years and this one was an excellent sale. While the large crowd made bids from the floor, there was also keen interest from the Auctions Plus site. “Having the sale interfaced with Auctions plus has opened up a wider market for us here at Woodbourn,” Mr Wallace said. Almost three thousand people interacted online to the Woodbourn catalogue, with 71 people booked in to view the sale and 76 registered bidders logged in from all six states. “We can thank Covid for this increased use of technology,” Mr Wallace added.
36/37 bulls sold to $13000 and averaged $7520
Cows with calves at foot averaged $4250
The season has been very harsh this year and most paddocks are dry and bare. It was a heartening sight, on arrival at the Woodbourn Sale, to see beautiful, soft, green, well watered grass in the display pens. The pens of bulls and females were very calm and content. “The bulls, this year, were very very good, they looked magnificent and they had enviable Breedplan figures,” Mr Wallace said. “Janet and I were proud to offer them and they all sold, one just after the sale” The females sold very well, with only one heifer remaining. The three groups of commercial heifers were well sought after, and were all sold. There was a very strong demand from commercial breeders within the state. “That is very very pleasing, as it demonstrates how well suited Murray Greys are to the commercial market” Mr Wallace said.
The top price bull has been much admired during the pre sale period. “He caught our eye, very early on,” Mr Wallace said. “ He is a beautiful, long, free moving bull with well balanced Breedplan figures and one I would certainly have my eye on, if I saw him at another sale.”
Stud heifers averaged $3300
Commercial heifers averaged $1800
Top price bull at the Woodbourn Sale, Lot 15 Woodbourn Upstanding U31, Seen here with the purchaser, Mr Chris Hines, Victoria, Nutrien stud stock Mr Jock Gibson
A STRONG START FOR THE SILVER LINING ELITE MURRAY GREY SALE
The inaugural Silver Lining Elite Murray Grey Sale was hailed a resounding success, with vendors presenting a first-class line-up of cattle that drew strong interest from across the country.
Bidders and underbidders - both ringside and online - ensured spirited competition, with cattle selling into four states: Victoria, South Australia, Tasmania and New South Wales. The demand for Murray Grey genetics was clear with encouraging support for both bulls and females.
Bulls sold consistently, with seven lots hitting the top price of $5,000. Notable sales included:
• Dehavalyn Uptown to Charles Wallace, Woodbourn Murray Greys
Ballyvaughan Universal to Tom Ernst, Dehavalyn Murray Greys
Maefair Urana to BA & RM Meyers Maefair Umbrella to Craig & Jacinta Grant, Lindsay Murray Greys
• Waroona Up & Coming to RJ Livestock Services
• Ayr Park Utopia (TMJ Pastoral Company) to John Atkin Livestock
• Maefair Unit to Mayfield Farm Trust
The female section was equally well supported. The day’s top-priced entry, Ganado Platinum (Lot 18), was secured by MJ & KM Grady of Grovene Murray Greys for $8,000. Meanwhile, the leading heifer, Ganado Anna 7th (Lot 28), sold to Dan & Annika Collins of Glanmire Murray Greys for $5,000.
Beyond the results, the sale created a strong sense of communitybringing together enthusiastic vendors, buyers and supporters to celebrate the Murray Grey breed.
With such a positive start, the Silver Lining Elite Murray Grey Sale has laid an excellent foundation for future years, and sale organisers are looking forward to welcoming buyers for next year’s sale which is scheduled for Wednesday 15th April 2026.
Congratulations to all involved and thank you to everyone who supported this exciting new event.
Top Priced Entry Ganado Platinum who sold for $8,000 to Grovene Murray Greys in South Australia
Youth Member Jacob Merrick (TJM) and purchaser Luke Barber (Elk River) with Ayre Park Rejoice V3
Katrina Sanders (Ballyvaughan) and Tom Ernst (Dehavalyn) with Top Priced Bull
Ballyvaughan Universal
PREMIER MURRAY GREY SALE
The 36th Premier Murray Grey Sale was a true multivendor event, showcasing cattle from 13 vendors across three states. A quality lineup was on offer, including several exhibits fresh from the Royal Shows. The sale was conducted Helmsman-style via AuctionsPlus, with 28 of the 36 lots on display at the Albury Showgrounds. Attendees enjoyed an informative talk from a Greenhams Meatworks representative, who outlined their Never Ever and Grass Fed programs. Many appreciated the chance to chat with Caroline Ronald, who discussed how producers can achieve non-hormone premiums for their stock.
Before the sale kicked off at 2 pm, vendors, members, and Murray Grey enthusiasts gathered for a social BBQ, featuring delicious Murray Grey steaks and sausages supplied by Dan and Annika Collins (Glanmire Meats). While some members were a little nervous about the Helmsman format, the system ran smoothly, with active bidding both on-site and online.
SALE HIGHLIGHTS
• Cows & Calves: Four of twelve cowand-calf units sold. Top price was Lot 4A – Monterey Kuri R182, purchased by A.R. & M.A. Muir, Lake Muir WA for $5,250.
• Heifers: Three of nine heifers sold, with Lot 16A – Carrsview Heather U11 topping at $4,000 to Dan and Annika Collins, Glanmire Murray Greys, Glendale NSW. A special highlight was Lot 22 – Ondiong Jennifer 635th, kindly donated to the youth by Paul and Sandra Frances, first-time vendors. It sold for $3,000 to Cameron Harris, Nangara Murray Greys, Manjimup WA. Her playmate, Lot 18 – Ondiong Jennifer 623rd, followed to the same buyer for company.
Bulls: Six of twelve bulls sold. Top price went to Lot 30 – Arki Unlimited U93, selling for $10,500 to Webb Industries, Tasmania - a fantastic result for Arki Stud, a foundation exhibitor that has supported all 36 Premier Sales. First-time youth vendor Nikki Vaughan sold Lot 25 –Jumping Rock Ulysses U2 for $7,000 to A.E. & E.A. Jones, Mallanganee NSW. Kurt Wise from Southend Stud, WA sold Lot 24 – Southend Ulvi for $6,000 to Denise and Anthony Fabris, Beeamma Murray Grey Stud, who were seeking new breeding genetics. Wingelo Pastoral, a commercial breeder, secured two young bullsLot 34 – Glanmire Vic V9 and Lot 35 –Bennooka Park Vinnie V3. Lot 34 was bred by first-time vendors Dan and Annika Collins.
The semen packages donated to the youth sold exceptionally well, achieving a 100% clearance, and topping at $50 per straw for Lot 41 – Bottlesford Mocha M58.
The committee sincerely thanks all vendors for presenting quality cattle and the purchasers for their strong support during these challenging seasonal conditions across Australia.
A big thank-you also goes to everyone who helped in any way to make the Premier Murray Grey Sale a success - it was wonderful to catch up, socialise, and welcome new vendors to the Murray Grey family.
The 37th Premier Murray Grey Sale will be held on Friday, 16 October 2026 - we look forward to seeing everyone again next year!
Top Priced Heifer
Top Priced Bull
TOP OF THE RANGE SALE
The 10 year milestone was reached with the successful running of the 2025 Top Of The Range sale at Glen Innes NSW. It again presented a draft of commercially focussed MG sires with stud sire qualities, together with a selection of stud females representing the cream of several vendors’ annual drafts, particularly of their yearling heifers.
Buyer support came from QLD, SA, TAS and NSW with a long list of return clients who appreciate the honest presentation and extensive health and testing requirements, performance records and raw scanning data of sale entries.
Outstanding quality young commercial heifers on their first calves featured as the opening lots with the 2 pens of 10 averaging $2225 for vendors Waroona MG’s. The top selling pen at $2350 found a new home at Murwillumbah with Z Quinn, together with a stud heifer Carlinga Lady Linda V45, the equal top priced unjoined heifer at $2750.
The Traynor Trophy award for the Yardman’s pick of the sale draft went to Lot 7, Waroona Upgraded. The 24 month old frame 7 bull, at 935kgs, and boasting a 145cm2 EMA sold at $8000 to C & F James of Glen Innes who are valued long time supporters of the sale. They also secured Burnett Downs Uralla at $5000 and in great support of the MG Youth, the Onward MG’s donated heifer joined the James’ truckload at $2000 together with paddock mate, Onward Evelyn V38 at $2500.
J & L Harris topped up their sire battery with 2 bulls, Lot 11 Ondiong Jackson at $5000 and Lot 18 Carlinga Ulysses at $6000.
The top price in the bull section was $13000, reached twice with both high achievers presented by Dehavalyn MG’s. The first of these, Dehavalyn Unity was purchased by regular supporter,Tasmania’s C & J Wallace of the well recognised Woodbourn stud.
The Murray Grey Youth heifer, Lot 37, donated by Onward Murray Greys and sold free of charge by the TOTR sale and selling agents Colin Say & Co. Purchased by C&F James.
Equal top price bull at $13000, Lot 28 Dehavalyn Unity sold to C & J Wallace. Woodbourn Murray Greys, Tasmania.
Traynor Trophy winner. Lot 7
Waroona Upgraded sold to C & F James for $8000
S Easterbrook of Lismore paid the same money for his selection, Dehavalyn UBetta UBet, a 21 month old, 850 kg bull with a carcase promoting 142cm EMA.
Next in the top money stakes was Tintara Ultrafine, a mid framed, 7.5% IMF measured bull heading to Goulburn for F Battiste at $11000.
19/33 bulls sold to a top of $13000 twice and averaged $6800.
One stud cow and calf, Waroona Taree S59 sold at $3250 to C McNicol at Warwick who also selected Onward Evelyn U47 at equal top unjoined heifer money of $2750.
Two joined heifers acc Sentry Box averaged $2500.
11/13 unjoined yearling heifers sold to average $2318 with Glenmorangie Past Co of Glen Innes being a volume purchaser selecting 3 Onward heifers.
Sole selling agents for the TOTR sale are Colin Say & Co whose expertise is greatly appreciated by the New England MG Breed Promotion group who coordinate the sale.
The 2026 sale will be held on Friday the 10th July 2026, physically at the Glen Innes saleyards and interfaced with Auctions Plus.
Equal Top price bull at $13000, Lot 29 Dehavalyn UBetta UBet sold to Scott Easterbrook. Lismore NSW
The Traynor Trophy, presented each year to the Yardsmans Pick of the sale. In memory of Mikes contribution to the beef industry and passion for the MG breed.
Top price pen of commercial females acc Waroona MG sold to Z Quinn for $2350
SOUTHEND 29TH ANNUAL MURRAY GREY SALE
The Wise family’s Southend Murray Grey Stud at Katanning celebrated another strong result at its 29th on-property sale in February, with spirited bidding both on-site and online. Conducted by Elders, the sale offered a powerful and even draft of 54 bulls, alongside registered and commercial females, reflecting the stud’s continual focus on balanced performance and eye appeal.
The sale achieved a top of $15,000 and a bull average of $6,750, with solid support from repeat and new buyers across Western Australia, Victoria, Queensland, and Tasmania.
Topping the sale was Southend Universal, purchased by Shaun and Kaitlyn Wilton of Cloverside Murray Grey Stud, Levendale, Tasmania. Weighing 926 kg, this standout silver bull by Wallawong Xyris combined frame, structure, and elite EBVs - ranking in the top percentiles for growth, carcase weight, and rib fat.
Four bulls followed at $9,000, heading to prominent breeders including Lindsay Murray Greys (VIC), DE & SR Flett (QLD), Redhill Farming Estate (Pingrup), and IJ Simmons (Brookton). Volume buyers Redhill Farming Estate and Lake Muir Prime Beef secured multiple bulls, continuing long-standing support for Southend genetics.
In the female section, Southend V546 Rusty topped the registered heifers at $3,800, also heading to the Wiltons, while commercial pens sold strongly to $1,300 and achieved 100% clearance post-sale.
Stud principal Kurt Wise thanked all buyers, family, and supporters, noting, “It’s rewarding to see Southend genetics continue to perform across diverse breeding programs nationwide.”
MONTEREY WINTER SALE
The Murray Grey offering at the 2025 Monterey Winter Bull Sale at Brunswick saw strong demand and solid prices, reflecting buyer confidence in the breed’s proven performance and temperament.
Of the 18 Murray Grey bulls offered, 15 sold to a top of $11,500 and averaged $6,133, a lift of more than $700 on last year’s result. The section grossed $92,000, achieving an 83% clearance rate.
Topping the sale was Monterey Upward U48, a silver bull sired by Monterey Mainland M120 from Monterey Gemstone, purchased by RA McDonald & Co of Newdegate for $11,500. The bull impressed with a 42 cm scrotal circumference, 840 kg weight, and balanced EBVs ranking in the top 5% for retail beef yield.
The second-top price of $10,000 went to Monterey Upshot U118, sold online to a Boyup Brook buyer. Another Mainland M120 son, Monterey Upbeat U105, realised $7,000 for Brett Chatley of Nutrien Livestock Manjimup, on behalf of a Lake Muir client.
Long-time Monterey client Mark Forrester, Kanandah Station, Nullarbor, was the volume buyer, securing six bulls for his large-scale organic breeding program in Esperance.
Monterey stud principals Gary and Julie Buller were delighted with the continued support for their Murray Grey genetics, with strong representation from repeat clients and new bidders from across Western Australia and interstate.
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WA ALL BREEDS INVITATIONAL SALE
Murray Greys were once again the standout performers at the Elders WA Invitational All Breeds Bull and Female Sale, held in February at Boyanup and streamed live through AuctionsPlus. The breed not only produced the top-priced bull of the sale at $10,500, but also recorded the largest offering and the highest average across all breeds.
A total of 26 Murray Grey bulls were catalogued by three leading WA studs - Young Guns (Hyden), Nangara (Manjimup), and Wundam Park (Boyup Brook) - with 22 selling to a top of $10,500 and averaging $7,523.
TOP-PRICED BULL
The sale-topper, Young Guns Upstage U77, from Lindsay and Margaret Bagshaw’s Young Guns Stud, was purchased by Phil Tomlinson, Napier. The thick, wellmuscled silver bull, sired by Young Guns Remington R47 and from Young Guns Waterlily S15 (by Lindsay Metallic M139), impressed for structure and balanced performance. Ranking in the top 10% for gestation length and birthweight, and top 15% for calving ease, Upstage U77 was selected as a reliable heifer bull for use across Tomlinson’s herd of Charolais and Murray Grey breeders.
YOUNG GUNS’ OUTSTANDING DRAFT
Young Guns achieved a complete clearance of 15 bulls, averaging $8,400. Three bulls reached $9,500: Ultrasonic U61 (to FS & KM James, Hyden), Undercover U87 (to Greg and Karyn Hill, Como Holdings, Esperance), and Upmarket U5 (to a Wedgecarrup buyer). Other highlights included Uber U67 at $9,000 to Karlgarin. Buyers praised the line’s consistency, depth, and muscle expression, reflecting Young Guns’ reputation as one of WA’s most commercially aligned Murray Grey herds.
NANGARA AND WUNDAM PARK SUPPORT
The Harris family’s Nangara Stud offered a quality draft, selling five of seven bulls to a top of $7,000 and averaging $5,900. Nangara Ultramodern U10 (by Maefair Raphael R27) sold to a Waroona buyer, while Upstream Holdings (Westdale) purchased Underdog U21 for $6,500 and Unforgetable U41 for $6,000. Both bulls ranked in the top 15% for 200- and 400day weights, illustrating the stud’s ongoing focus on balanced performance and feed efficiency. David Corker’s Wundam Park Stud completed the Murray Grey team, selling two of four bulls, both for $5,000. Up Town Boy U11 went to a Donnybrook client through Elders representative Pearce Watling, and Ukulele U15 to a Waroona account. Both sons of Tullibardine Rockwell R127 ranked in the top 25% for carcase yield, offering genuine value for commercial producers.
SUMMARY
With strong local and interstate demand, Murray Greys dominated the Elders Invitational, accounting for both the sale’s top price and top average. Consistent buyer confidence, a complete clearance for the leading vendor, and broad geographic interest confirmed the breed’s enduring appeal for performance, temperament, and market suitability across Western Australia.
MUNGATTA SALE
The Stickland family’s Mungatta Murray Grey Stud at Wongan Hills presented a quality line of bulls at their annual multi-breed sale in March 2025, attracting strong local and repeat support.
Ten Murray Grey bulls were offered, with five selling to a top of $6,000 and averaging $5,200 - a steady result in a competitive market. Buyers commented on the bulls’ depth, evenness and quiet temperament, hallmarks of the Mungatta breeding program.
Top-priced bull, Mungatta XL Class U81, sold for $6,000 to Apache Investments, Geraldton.
The March 2023 son of Mungatta Upper Class R24 displayed topend Breedplan data, ranking in the top 1 % for scrotal size and top 15 % for carcase weight and EMA.
Long-time supporters Peter and Fiona Haydon, Bindoon, secured two bulls at $5,000 each, continuing their decadelong relationship with the stud. Additional $5,000 sales were made to Teakhill Ag, Northampton, and Emerald Farms.
The Stickland family expressed appreciation for the ongoing loyalty of clients who continue to recognise the Mungatta focus on easy-doing, well-tempered Murray Greys that deliver reliable carcase performance and commercial versatility.
MOUNT MAJOR MURRAY GREYS SALE
We would like to thank all our returning and new clients for their support at our sale on Wednesday, 1 October 2025. We wish everyone the very best with their purchases for the season ahead and look forward to seeing Mount Major progeny out and about in the future.
Sale results:
• Bulls: 7 of 14 sold to a top of $17,000, averaging $6,929. The top-priced bull, Mount Major Vault V3 (Lot 2), was purchased by Woodbourn Murray Greys, Tasmania.
Females: 3 of 8 sold to a top of $4,250, averaging $3,250. The top-priced cow was purchased by Bernard Gibney, Mudgegonga.
A sincere thank you to Peter Godbolt (Nutrien Ag Solutions) for his continued support, and to everyone who attended or assisted with our Open Day. It was fantastic to catch up with clients and visitors, and we especially appreciate all the interest and enquiries about our cattle.
We’re already looking forward to doing it all again next year!
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Ted, Sarah & Brett Davidson
MONTEREY 33RD ANNUAL BULL SALE
The Monterey Murray Grey Stud, Karridale, again showcased its depth and consistency at the 33rd annual on-property sale, conducted by Nutrien Livestock.
Across a catalogue of 39 Murray Grey bulls, 32 sold under the hammer to a top of $18,000 (twice) and an average of $8,281, up $516 on 2024 - a testament to ongoing demand for Monterey genetics across Australia.
Equal-top honours went to Monterey Ultimate U37 and Monterey Union Jack U58.
Ultimate U37 (by Monterey Northern Light N85) sold online to Daniel & Annika Collins, Glanmire Murray Grey Stud (NSW), who praised the bull’s combination of style and carcase performance suited to their direct-to-butcher program.
Union Jack U58 (by Monterey Quake Q222) was purchased by Henry & Betty Norman, RH Norman & Son, Boyanup / Lake Muir, long-term Monterey clients who also paid $11,000 for Monterey Uptown U160.
Two sires shared the $13,000 second-top: U Bewdy U32 (by Revelation R29) sold to Mark Forrester, Kanandah StationNullarbor & Esperance, who secured seven bulls averaging $7,857, while Underground U196 (by Norfolk N78) went to Mallbrae Pastoral Co (SA) via AuctionsPlus.
Further volume buyers included Shorelands Pastoral (Busselton), WC & BE Avery (Scott River), and PP & B Edwards (Dardanup).
Auctioneer Tiny Holly described the Murray Grey run as “among the best in the country - true-to-type cattle that reflect decades of focused breeding.”
With strong domestic and interstate support, the Monterey team continues to underline its position as one of Australia’s leading sources of Murray Grey performance genetics.
TOP $18,000 × 2 | AVERAGE $8,281 | 32 OF 39 SOLD
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MELALEUCA BULL SALE
MELALEUCA MURRAY GREYS TOP AT $12,000 AT
MANYPEAKS
The Metcalfe family’s Melaleuca Murray Grey Stud again presented a strong line-up of sires at its annual Koojan Hills Angus & Melaleuca Murray Grey OnProperty Sale at Manypeaks, conducted by Nutrien Livestock and Elders. Despite ongoing dry seasonal conditions across the South Coast, competition remained steady, with 13 of 18 bulls selling to a top of $12,000 and averaging $6,077 (down $923 on 2024).
The sale highlight was the $12,000 top-priced bull Melaleuca Up River U63, purchased by long-term clients Simon and Billie Hadfield (Salamar Pty Ltd, Quindanning). The 710 kg mid-April 2023-drop sire, by
Melaleuca Regatta R83 and out of Melaleuca Bettina R84, impressed for balance, softness, and figures ranking in the top 10 % for 200-day weight and milk, and top 20 % for supermarket index. The Hadfields, who run 100 pure Murray Grey breeders, also purchased Melaleuca Umpire U11 ($5,000), a Phantom P110 son in the top 5 % for EMA and top 10 % for 400-day weight and RBY.
Two sires shared the $8,000 second-top price: Umpire U10 (to Collier Peak Grazing, Porongurup) and Up River U28 (to Lancelin Nominees, Napier). Other multiplelot buyers included Kanama Park Enterprises (Mt Barker), Relevant Investments, and TA & TL Bradshaw (Kojaneerup South).
WALLAWONG CARCASE QUALITY SALE
7/10 Murray Grey bulls sold to $12,000, with the top priced bull, Wallawong Taxi Rank T57 selling to Clermont Queensland. Females sold to $3,000 with several heifers purchased by Ashvell Murray Greys, South Australia.
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Wallawong Taxi Rank – top priced bull
GREEN TRIANGLE SALE
The 15th Annual Green Triangle Sale was held at Western Flat on Wednesday, 26 March 2025.
Unfortunately, the sale results reflected the trend seen across many sales this season, with fewer bulls sold compared to 2024.
Elders Stud Stock Manager, Mr Tony Weatherall, praised the even lineup of 18-month to two-year-old bulls from both studs, noting their strong growth and solid supporting data.
It was great to see a Western Victorian stud, which had followed the two Western Flat studs involved in the Green Triangle Sale for several years, choose this year to attend and make a purchase.
Rachel Crothers of Ronsand Stud, Wangoom, said she had been keen to secure some South Australian bloodlines for her 25-year-old stud. Her pick also turned out to be the top-priced bull of the day - Lot 9, Beeamma Unique U10, which sold for $7,500. A heifer’s bull with excellent figures and temperament, Beeamma Unique U10 had a low birth weight figure of +2.8, a carcase weight of +39, and an impressive eye muscle area (EMA) of 120 cm², paired with a weight of 742 kg.
The second-highest priced bull for the day was Lot 4, Arki Undefeated U18, which sold for $7,000 to Glendon Poultry, Jervois.
Overall, six bulls sold from the 25 offered by the Buick and Fabris families, averaging $6,417.
A highlight of the day was seeing a Murray Grey Youth member purchase a female to start her own stud. Geoff and Kate’s daughter, Georgina, bought Lot 28, Arki Blue Ribbon S16, a stud cow with an impressive grey calf at foot, as a foundation female for her newly registered Orchards Park Stud. Georgina registered her stud just weeks before the sale, and she plans to run both a Murray Grey and Greyman stud. She has also recently purchased a Greyman heifer from Queensland.
A pen of five commercial females with calves at foot made $1,700 each, selling to D.B. & A.M. Slattery, Wannon, Victoria.
Both vendors agreed it was a tough sale, reflecting the challenging seasonal conditions across southern Australia. Let’s hope the season improves soon. Looking ahead, we plan to offer 26 bulls, four stud females, and 50 commercial heifers with calves at foot or PTIC at next year’s sale, to be held on Wednesday, 25 March 2026.
Greyman Heifer
Georgina’s Heifer purchased at the Green Triangle Sale
LINDSAY PRODUCTION SALE
Following on from one of the toughest seasons on record, Lindsay Murray Greys recorded a satisfactory result in its 45th Production sale. Terrific competition on selected bulls was evident while clearance on a lineup of well presented, industry relevant bulls was disappointing according to the vendors.
Top price honors went to Lot 4 Lindsay Uluru U23 who was purchased for stud duties by Lindsay Bagshaw of Young Guns Murray Greys WA for $19000. U23 was an elite sire in the making and had created significant interest prior to the sale.
Lot 1 Lindsay Usain U36 was purchased for $15000 by Luke Bruce, Cygnet River, Kangaroo Island. U36 was the heaviest bull in the draft and was an obvious choice as one of the pick bulls on the day exhibiting elite growth and carcase data.
Great supporters of the Lindsay program, Cavanagh Partnership Tintinara, SA, purchased two quality Spring drop bulls in Lot 9 Lindsay Utopia U61 for $13000 and lot 14 Lindsay Uranium U75 for $6000.
Murella Partnership Codrington, also long-time clients secured Lot 31 Lindsay Universal U59 for $12000 and Lot 26 Lindsay Universe U84 for $6000.
The impressive Spring drop Lot 6, Lindsay Ulverstone U53 headed for stud duties at Bennooka Park, Bega NSW, account Stephen Robertson for $11000. U53 was sired by new sire Lindsay Sphinx S10.
Overall, 16 of 25 bulls sold at auction to average $8562. In the Stud heifers 3 of 4 sold to a top of $4000 and 10 quality commercial heifers PTIC for spring calving sold for $1800.
Top Priced Bull Lindsay Uluru U23 $19000.00 purchased by Young Guns WA
SHOWS
SYDNEY ROYAL
Junior Champion Bull
Dehavalyn Universal, exhibited by Dehavalyn Murray Greys, Singleton.
Reserve Junior Champion Bull
Maefair Umbrella U32, exhibited by Maefair Murray Greys, Marrar.
Reserve Senior Champion Bull
Maefair Urana U25, exhibited by Maefair Murray Greys, Marrar.
Grand Champion Bull & Senior Champion Bull
Ganado Undertaker, exhibited by Ganado Greys, Leichardt, Vic.
Junior Champion Female
Dehavalyn Miss Kiss U30, exhibited by Dehavalyn Murray Greys, Singleton.
Reserve Junior Champion Female
Maefair Kristen U38, exhibited by Maefair Murray Greys and Angus, Marrar.
Reserve Senior Champion Female
Maefair Lucy T50, exhibited by Maefair Murray Greys and Angus, Marrar.
Supreme Exhibit & Grand Champion Female
Carlinga Naiad S77 exhibited by Sixpence Park Murray Greys, Coonamble.
Natalie and Steve Martin, Sixpence Park Murray Greys, John Contarino, Murray Grey Beef Cattle Society president, judge Peter Falls, and Dr Ellen Downes, with the best Murray Grey exhibit.
Pictures by Elka Devney (The Land)
Ganado Undertaker, Senior and Grand Champion Bull (credit BA Showcase)
CANBERRA ROYAL
Supreme Exhibit & Grand Champion Bull
Jumping Rock Ulysses U2, exhibited by Jumping Rock Murray Greys, Moss Vale.
Grand Champion Female
Bennooka Park Doris S26, exhibited by Stephen Robertson, Bega.
Junior Champion Bull
Bennooka Park Vipor V1, exhibited by Stephen Robertson, Bega.
Reserve Junior Champion Bull
Michaelong Natorious U24, exhibited by Stephen Robertson, Bega.
Junior Champion Female
Beeamma Betina U49, exhibited by Jumping Rock Murray Greys, Moss Vale.
Reserve Junior Champion Female
Ganado Platinum 4th, exhibited by Glanmire Murray Greys, Glanmire.
Senior Champion Bull
Jumping Rock Ulysses U2, exhibited by Jumping Rock Murray Greys, Moss Vale.
Reserve Senior Champion Bull
Bennooka Park Super Star S24, exhibited by Stephen Robertson, Bega.
Senior Champion Female
Bennooka Park Doris S26, exhibited by Stephen Robertson, Bega.
PERTH ROYAL
Junior & Grand Champion Bull
Barker High Viridian
Exhibited by Mount Barker Community College
Junior Champion Female
Tullibardine Oona V1
Exhibited by Tullibardine
Reserve Junior Champion Female
Barker High Verbena
Exhibited by Mount Barker Community College
Senior, Grand Champion Female and Supreme Exhibit
Barker High Paisley
Exhibited by Mount Barker Community College
SPECIAL MENTION … to Kurt Wise, Southend Murray Greys for exhibiting the Champion Heavyweight Steer on the hoof.
Picture by International Animal Health Product: Annette Fairall, Adam Biddle, IAH, Nikki Vaughan, Bundanoon, Glenn Oag, Go To Plumbing, and judge Geordie Elliot, Hamilton, Vic, with the supreme Murray Grey exhibit.
Southend Murray Greys for exhibiting the Champion Heavyweight Steer on the hoof. Picture supplied Farm Weekly.
ADELAIDE ROYAL
Junior Champion Heifer, Grand Champion Female & Supreme Exhibit
Bottlesford Leanne V29 –exhibited by Bottlesford Murray Greys
Reserve Junior Champion Heifer
The Elms Donna V18 –exhibited by The ELMS Murray Grey Stud
Senior Champion Cow
Cratloe Linda Q50 –exhibited by Mallbrae Murray Grey Stud
Reserve Senior Champion Cow
Ashvell Regan U216 –exhibited by Ashvell Murray Greys
Junior Champion Bull
Bottlesford VIP –exhibited by Bottlesford Murray Greys
Reserve Junior Champion Bull
The Elms Valley of Praise V10 –exhibited by The Elms Murray Greys
Senior and Grand Champion Bull
Bottlesford Unlimited KPN U49 –exhibited by Bottlesford Murray Greys
Reserve Senior Champion Bull
The Elms Uno U8 –exhibited by The Elms Murray Greys
Grand Champion Bull - Bottlesford Unlimited KPN U49
Leanne V29
SPECIAL MENTION …
Bottlesford Murray Greys Darren Koopman –named Most Successful Beef Exhibitor at the 2025 Royal Adelaide Show!
Pictured Left: Bottlesford Murray Grey stud principal Darren Koopman, Tungkillo, won most successful beef exhibitor of the show.
Picture by Jacqui Bateman (Stock Journal)
PICTURED ABOVE RIGHT:
PICTURED RIGHT:
Supreme Exhibit - Bottlesford
(Photos by GB Creative)
BRISBANE ROYAL
Junior Champion Female
Baroona Park Sonata, exhibited by DG and SA Taylor, Umbiram
Reserve Junior Champion Female
Rouchelle Goddess, exhibited by Paul and Lyn Richards, Muswellbrook, NSW
Senior & Grand Champion Female and Supreme Exhibit
Baroona Park Seraphina, exhibited by Amelia TaylorRose, Wyreema
Reserve Senior Champion Female
Red Gum Mollie U1, exhibited by Veronica O’Shea, Patrick Estate
Junior Champion Male
Shell-Dee Sure Deal, Marilyn Hansen, Kingaroy
Senior & Grand Champion Male
Baroona Park Trojan, DG and SA Taylor, Umbiram
Reserve Senior Champion Male
Hideaway Park Ultrasonic, exhibited by Wendy McDonald, Grafton, NSW
Baroona Park Seraphina and her calf with Amelia Taylor Rose, Amelia Park Murray Greys; Kathryn Taylor; and John and Jack Sturgeon. Picture by Zac Braxton-Smith (Queensland Country Life)
Baroona Park Trojan with David Taylor, Baroona Park, Umbiram; and Murray Grey society president John Contarino. Picture by Zac Braxton-Smith (Queensland Country Life)
MELBOURNE ROYAL
Junior Champion Heifer
Maefair Melanie V29 - Exhibited by Maefair Murray Greys
Reserve Junior Champion Heifer
Dehavalyn Surprise V9 - Exhibited by Ganado Greys
Senior Champion Cow, Grand Champion Female And Supreme Exhibit
Wattledene Designer - Exhibited by Wattledene Murray Greys
Reserve Interbreed Bull of Show
Cloverside Vinnie V2
Grand Champion Bull Jomal Glen Universal U9 with Don Monley
Supreme Exhibit Floodway Pass Peggy Bug with Samantha & Ella Betts (credit BA Showcase)
Vinnie
Zephr
MURRAY GREYS SHINE AT THE 2025 UPPER HUNTER BEEF BONANZA
Murray Greys and Murray Grey composites once again proved their depth and consistency at the 2025 Upper Hunter Beef Bonanza, with strong representation across led, unled and steer classes. Exhibitors from studs, schools and youth programs showcased a line-up that demonstrated the breed’s renowned temperament, structure and carcase performance.
The standout result for the breed was the Prime Heifer Champion, awarded to Tag 13 (Murray Grey × Limousin), exhibited by Holy Trinity School and Nathan Purvis. This impressive heifer displayed the balance, softness and muscling that continue to make Murray Grey composites so competitive in commercial-focused competitions.
Across the led heifer section, several purebred Murray Grey females earned placings and commendations, reflecting the depth of breeding programs feeding into both stud and school herds. In the unled and steer divisions, Murray Greys and Murray Grey composites continued to shine, with multiple championships, reserves and top-five finishes highlighting the breed’s versatility and suitability to modern market demands.
WINGHAM
BEEF WEEK
Wallawong Premium Beef exhibited 4 silver steers at Wingham Beef Week, to be awarded Champion Light Middleweight Led Carcase, Champion Light Middleweight Unled Carcase, Reserve Champion Light Middleweight Champion Steer, and Light Middleweight Jackpot winner.
Wallawong Led Steers
Prime Heifer Champion (credit BA Showcase)
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SILVER
IDRIESS, AAK
JOHANN BENJAMIN KUCHEL 2 SCADDAN STREET , WEMBLEY, WA 6014
Phone: 0477 282 477 Email: j.ben.kuchel@gmail.com
WYNNAMAL, NJN
NATHAN NICHOLSON 5 BELLFLOWER GROVE , LANDSDALE, WA 6065
Phone: 0401 007 674
Email: nathanjnicholson@ outlook.com
EDUCATIONAL
BARKER HIGH, BSH MT BARKER COMMUNITY
COLLEGE
MOUNT BARKER COMMUNITY
COLLEGE
ATT: JAY ROWLES PO BOX 116, MOUNT BARKER, WA 6324 Phone: 0417 564 768 (Jay) Email: jay.rowles@education. wa.edu.au
COMMERCIAL
ROB BASS
RMB 94 , BOYUP BROOK, WA
6244
AR & MA MUIR
3522 MUIRS HWY , LAKE MUIR, WA 6258
Phone: 0429 416 362
Email: armamuir@westnet.com.
au
JACK & ANGUS CAMPBELL
RMB 426 , BRIDGETOWN, WA 6255
Phone: 0429 821 260
Email: yornupfarm@outlook.com
RJ & KM MOYES
ROBERT & KYLIE MOYES PO BOX 103 , BRIDETOWN, WA 6255
REDMOND PTY LTD PO BOX 391 , SERPENTINE, WA 6125
Eric John Penny 17 Railway Parade , Yarloop, WA 6218
Phone: 0439 943 603
Email: eric_penny@live.com
CHESTNUT FARM, MOU
E J DENNIS & S M FADDEN
RMB 356 , BRIDGETOWN, WA
6255
Email: jimdennis@westnet.com.au
COLLIER PEAK, CPK
GE BELL
1863 YELLANUP RD , PORONGURUP, WA 6324
Phone: 0417 965 397
Email: collier.peak@activ8.net.au
BYFORD PARK, CEG
CHARLENE & JIM RENARD
1347A BROCKMAN HWY , BRIDGETOWN, WA 6255
Phone: 0429 196 437
Email: maranupvale@gmail.com
BROOKHAMPTON, BKH
HENCO RURAL
MARTIN & JODIE HENCO PO BOX 196 , DONNYBROOK, WA 6239
Phone: 0415 395 265
Email: martin.henco@gmail.com
INTERNATIONAL
WESTRIDGE , WRC WESTRIDGE MURRAY GREYS 448 N 2800 E ROBERTS ID 83444 U.S.A cmsponseller89@gmail.com
STILLWATER , SWR
STILLWATER RANCH MONTANA PO BOX 141 MANHATTAN MT 59741-0001U.S.A stillwatermurraygreys@gmail. com
SPECTRUM , H62 J & ME WOZNY
SPECTRUM FARM PO BOX 112 COOLVILLE OH 45723-0112 U.S.A wozny@windstream.net
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