SOUTH DEVON HERD BOOK SOCIETY Westpoint, Clyst St Mary, Exeter, EX5 1DJ. Tel: 01392 447494 Fax: 01392 447495
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PATRON: HIS ROYAL HIGHNESS THE PRINCE OF WALES
NEWSLETTER MAY 2016 Contents: Pat Rickett National Show Performance Championships Midland Club Sale Frame Scores TB compensation
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Diary New and resigning members Articles of Association And Finally Young Handler Competition
We are very grateful to all sponsors of this year’s National Show to be held at the Royal Cheshire County on 21st and 22nd June, namely: ADHESIVES DIRECT UK LTD; AGRII; AGRIMIN LTD MR R W BOSTELMANN; BREWIN DOLPHIN BROWN COW ONLINE; CROSS COMPLIANCE SOLUTIONS MR & MRS E EVERALL; MR & MRS R A FORD GB BULLS (MOOCALL); HOLDCROFT MITSUBISHI JOSEPH HOLT LTD; THE HOOFMAN A C JACKSON LTD; KIVELLS; LAITY FARMS MASSEY BROS (FEEDS) LTD; MR & MRS C READ SAS GROUP; MR W H D SCOTT; SHOWTIME; TOWERGATE FARM INSURANCE; TYRELLS; VIRBAC LTD VBS; WRIGHT MARSHALL; WYNNSTAY GROUP PLC 1
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Dear Member I am very sorry to have to tell you that Pat Rickett very recently passed away after a lengthy illness, and now may she rest in peace. We offer our very sincere condolences to Tony, Tamzin and Rob, and Daniel and Laura. Since it was established in 1972, Pat has had a huge influence within the Midland Club, and her enthusiasm for the breed has resulted in many new herds establishing throughout the Midlands. Her famous newsletters as Club Secretary have brought laughter and encouragement to members, and a certain amount of agreement with her clearly stated views on politicians, civil servants and officialdom! Pat served on the Society Council in the 1990s, and was President just a few years ago. The Ricketts’ very generous hospitality has been enjoyed by many, especially when the Royal Show was still going and the Ricketts and Hadleys took alternate turns to host a supper for exhibitors each year, which was always much appreciated. Pat and Tony also hosted a very well-attended Open Day in 2012 to celebrate 40 years of keeping South Devons in the Juniper Herd at Wood Farm. With Pat at the helm Club members have shared many happy Farm Walks and meetings, and of course hold an annual Sale which has just taken place this past weekend at Stratford. There has been a private burial at Wood Farm; and friends are invited to join the Ricketts at the farm for a Celebration of Pat’s life on Saturday 14th May. In Tony’s words, “Pat discovered South Devons in 1972 … and never recovered! These gentle cattle and their friendly breeders became her life’s interest, and in Everdon ‘the best place in the world’, her enthusiasm prospered. Pat lived, died and is buried here amongst the cattle she admired, in the place she loved, and at 12.00 noon on 14th May we will say a few words about her life. All are welcome to meet friends old and new, it will be VERY informal!!! We look forward to seeing you.” Pat will be hugely missed, but those whose lives she touched have very special memories to hold on to. My best wishes Caroline
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NATIONAL SHOW 2016 Hosted by the Royal Cheshire County Show, 21st & 22nd June The closing date for entries has been extended until the end of May because of the changes to TB movement testing rules, and the impact that this is already having on shows close to the Low Risk Area. The Royal Cheshire has submitted an application to Defra seeking an exemption from the new post movement test which has become a requirement for cattle moving back to the Low Risk Area from the High Risk Area. So for any exhibitor who might think they have missed the deadline, please do not worry, but do send in your entries as soon as you can – the more the merrier to make a great show of South Devons! Barbecue On Monday evening there will be a barbecue by the Society marquee for all exhibitors, members, sponsors and guests, and it would be lovely if you are able to come along. Food and drink is being sponsored but we do need to know how many to cater for, so please would you book with the office if you would like to join in this pre-Show social get-together. Awards Dinner The Awards Dinner will be held in the Vice Presidents marquee on Tuesday evening. DINNER MENU Starter - Sharing Plate Pressed ham hock & Wensleydale terrine; chicken liver parfait; rustic farmhouse pate; chargrilled asparagus; caramelised red onion & apple chutney; home-made piccalilli & dressed rocket with locally made breads with butter Roast Topside of South Devon beef with fondant potato, glazed carrots, fine green beans, and a red wine & horseradish jus Strawberries with cream and crushed meringue Coffee or Tea £20 + VAT (£24) per person, please book with SDHBS office 3
Young Handler Competition The Young Handler Competition kindly sponsored by Towergate Farm Insurance will be held at 9 am on Wednesday 22nd June, and will include the main class for members and members’ relations or employees aged 16 to 25 with first prize money of £400 towards an overseas trip to see South Devon breeding; and a junior class for 11 to 15 year olds. An entry form is included at the back of this newsletter. Interbreed classes day two On Wednesday morning there is the opportunity for exhibitors to take their cattle into the ‘any other breed’ classes in a more light-hearted interbreed show section. The prize money is an attractive incentive, as well as the opportunity to bring the cattle into the ring again. Best photograph competition There are two classes you can enter – on farm or at show. Please submit your entries to the SDHBS office in good time before we leave for Cheshire. Cake competition It’s nearly time to start baking for the show, and there will be two sections this year – best sponge and best fruit cake – and your entries need to be brought to the Society marquee by 10 am on Tuesday morning. Once judged by Mrs Jean Hadley, the cakes will then be ready to eat with your tea and coffee in the marquee. Tidy lines At the end of the show there will be an award for the best kept cattle lines, which will be announced in the marquee at lunchtime on the second day.
PERFORMANCE CHAMPIONSHIPS 2016 LIVESTOCK EVENT, THE NEC, 6TH & 7TH JULY We are very grateful to this year’s sponsors of the Performance Championships – Kivells, Neogen, and Pickstocks – and we look forward to lots of entries for this technical show at the NEC. For visitors the Event is free entry, with the option to pre-register or register on arrival. www.livestockevent.co.uk – for more information. 4
MIDLAND CLUB SALE THE SHOW Judge: Johnny Ward, Mells Park, Frome, Somerset BULLS Class 1 1st A E J & F J Claridge KNOWLHILL AMBASSADOR 2 nd 2 A & C Farms LANGHAM’S KUBLA 14 rd 3 M & S Kettlewell UPPER NORTON QUERCUS th 4 D & L Farr INGLEBERRY CAPSTAN Class 2 1st A E J & F J Claridge KNOWLHILL DOMINATOR 2 (T) nd 2 M E & T E Broome X WELLAND VALLEY TRIDENT 11 rd 3 M E & T E Broome X WELLAND VALLEY TRIDENT 12 th 4 C J Page COTON LUDO 2 Male champion – The Thomas Brayne Cup Winner A E J & F J Claridge KNOWLHILL AMBASSADOR 2 Reserve A & C Farms LANGHAM’S KUBLA 14
HEIFERS Born in 2014 – The David Phillips Memorial Trophy 1st M E & T E Broome WELLAND VALLEY MURIEL 17 nd 2 A E J & F J Claridge KNOWLHILL COWSLIP 20 rd 3 C J Page COTON LARKSPUR 7 th 4 J G Williams & Son HOPTON RUBY 91 Born in 2015 – The Cholwells Cup 1st J & S White BROADWOOD KITTY 13 nd 2 J & S White BROADWOOD PANSY 1 rd 3 M & M Rushbrooke BRETTLES SAS GYPSY BELLE 6 (T) Female champion – The Bedford Perpetual Challenge Trophy Winner M E & T E Broome WELLAND VALLEY MURIEL 17 Reserve J & S White BROADWOOD KITTY 13 Breed champion Winner A E J & F J Claridge KNOWLHILL AMBASSADOR 2 Reserve M E & T E Broome WELLAND VALLEY MURIEL 17
THE SALE BULLS Vendor A & C Farms D & L Farr C J Page M & S Kettlewell A E J & F J Claridge
Bull Langham’s Kubla 14 Ingleberry Capstan Z Coton Ensign 9 Upper Norton Quercus Knowlhill Ambassador 2
Purchaser T Bellamy, Stroud, Gloucestershire C Hanton, North Burlingham, Norfolk W P & S L Harper, Holsworthy, Devon E C & M Everall, Orleton, Shropshire R J Hopkins, Chippenham, Wiltshire
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Gns 1750 2000 2600 1600 3600
A E J & F J Claridge M E & T E Broome M E & T E Broome
Knowlhill Dominator 2 (T) X Welland Valley Trident 11 X Welland Valley Trident 12
C Warner, Ledbury, Herefordshire
3,700
J Archer, North Tudenham, Norfolk
2,800
A & G Sell, Vange, Basildon, Essex 2,500 8 bulls, average £2,697
HALTER BROKEN HEIFERS BORN IN 2014 J G Williams & Son Hopton Cowslip 38 M J Adams, Ashbourne, Derbyshire J G Williams & Son Hopton Candy 2 (T) E T Jackson, Hopwood, Birmingham J G Williams & Son Hopton Candy 3 (T) C Davis, Hallaton, Leicestershire C J Page Coton Larkspur 7 C Grisedale, Llanon, Ceredigion J G Williams & Son Hopton Mayflower 15 E T Jackson, Hopwood, Birmingham J G Williams & Son Hopton Hilda 44 D Lewis, Swindon, Wiltshire 6 halter broken heifers born in 2014, average HALTER BROKEN HEIFERS BORN IN 2015 J & S White Broadwood Pansy 1 C Davis, Hallaton, Leicestershire M & M Rushbrooke Brettles SAS Gypsy Belle 6 (T) C Davis, Hallaton, Leicestershire J & S White Broadwood Kitty 13 C Hanton, North Burlingham, Norfolk M & M Rushbrooke X Brettles SAS Bridget 11 C Davis, Hallaton, Leicestershire 4 halter broken heifers born in 2015, average NON HALTER BROKEN HEIFERS BORN IN 2013 C J Page Coton Venus 18 & calf J Archer, North Tudenham, Norfolk C J Page Coton Harriet 10 (T) C Grisedale, Llanon, Ceredigion M E & T E Broome Welland Valley Elizabeth 18 & calf C Davis, Hallaton, Leicestershire 3 non halter broken heifers born in 2013, average NON HALTER BROKEN HEIFERS BORN IN 2014 T M Kent Eyton SAS Iesha 12 C Davis, Hallaton, Leicestershire T M Kent Eyton Iesha 13 C Davis, Hallaton, Leicestershire T M Kent Eyton Llanblethian 7 C Davis, Hallaton, Leicestershire T M Kent Eyton Dolly 24 C Davis, Hallaton, Leicestershire J & S White Broadwood Regatta 1 C Grisedale, Llanon, Ceredigion M & S Kettlewell Upper Norton Quintet C Grisedale, Llanon, Ceredigion M & S Kettlewell Upper Norton Quince C Lewis, Swindon, Wiltshire J G Williams & Son Hopton Mayflower 14 C Davis, Hallaton, Leicestershire 8 non halter broken heifers born in 2014, average NON HALTER BROKEN HEIFERS BORN IN 2015 M & S Kettlewell Upper Norton Roxy W P & S L Harper, Holsworthy, Devon M & S Kettlewell Upper Norton Ruby C Davis, Hallaton, Leicestershire M & S Kettlewell Upper Norton Renvyle C Davis, Hallaton, Leicestershire M & S Kettlewell Upper Norton Robbie C Hanton, North Burlingham, Norfolk 4 non halter broken heifers born in 2015, average DISPERSAL OF CONROY HERD COWS/HEIFERS WITH CALVES AT FOOT T A & N M Jarman Wappenshall Beauty 21 & bull calf J Archer, North Tudenham, Norfolk
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950 1,050 950 1,350 950 1,200 £1,129 900 1,050 1,050 1,050 £1,063 2,000 1,350 1,350 £1,645 850 900 900 900 1,400 1,100 1,150 1,000 £1,076 1,000 900 900 1,100 £1,024
1,250
T A & N M Jarman T A & N M Jarman T A & N M Jarman T A & N M Jarman T A & N M Jarman T A & N M Jarman BULLING HEIFERS T A & N M Jarman T A & N M Jarman
Conroy Azalea & heifer calf Conroy Bluebell & heifer calf Conroy Cowslip & heifer calf Conroy Dandelion & bull calf Conroy Daphne & heifer calf Conroy Delphinium & heifer calf
W McCurdie, Birdingbury, Warwickshire
800
W McCurdie, Birdingbury, Warwickshire 1,450 W McCurdie, Birdingbury, Warwickshire 1,250 W McCurdie, Birdingbury, Warwickshire 1,400
Conroy Elderflower Conroy Erica
E T Jackson, Hopwood, Birmingham
1,500
E T Jackson, Hopwood, Birmingham
1,450
C Lewis, Swindon, Wiltshire E T Jackson, Hopwood, Birmingham
900 1,100
FRAME SCORES SCROTAL CIRCUMFERENCE (cm) Age (mths) No Range Avg 21-30 13 35-40 38 HEIGHT AT WITHERS (cm) Age (mths) No Range Avg 21-30 13 139-150 144 HEIGHT AT RUMP (cm) Age (mths) No Range Avg 21-30 13 145-158 150 LENGTH (cm) Withers to pin Age (mths) No Range Avg 21-30 13 148-161 155 WEIGHT (kg) Age (mths) No Range Avg 21-30 13 808-1080 938 SHOULDER WIDTH (cm) Age (mths) No Range Avg 21-30 13 65-80 72 RUMP WIDTH (cm) Age (mths) No Range Avg 21-30 13 61-70 66
Pass size 35 cm
Hook to pin Range Avg 56-66 60
One bull and one heifer were rejected for poor locomotion. 7
YOUTH INCENTIVE AGRIBITION CANADA For many years Jim Barber, who some of you will know as the person who comes to scan your cattle for Breedplan, has been taking teams of young judges nominated by their respective Breed Societies to Agribition, Regina, Canada. For entries this year, the age range for eligibility is from 18 to 21 years on 25th November 2016. Council have recently decided to sponsor a young person to attend, and we are launching a competition to find the best application from a youth member, or son/daughter/grandson/granddaughter of a member giving their reasons why they think they should be the one to receive Society sponsorship of £1,000 towards being part of Jim Barber’s group this year. The show is held between 21st and 26th November. The approximate cost of sending a competitor is £1,400 which includes air fares, hotel and entry fees. Some meals are included in the trip, and all entries to the show. The competitor will need to buy other meals, etc. To quote from the Agribition website (www.agribition.com) “Canadian Western Agribition, located in Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada, is the best beef show on the continent and the largest livestock show in Canada. The show is anchored by beef cattle and features horses, bison, sheep, goats, and an extensive agribusiness trade show. Canadian Western Agribition is a blend of agriculture, First Nations, and festive entertainment, featuring live music, shopping, and food. The show hosts evening pro rodeo performances as well for action-packed entertainment! The event is an international hub of agriculture excellence, hosting over 800 international guests from over 70 countries. CWA is where the world meets.” To enter the competition candidates will need to submit a written ‘job application’ giving reasons for their suitability to represent the Society and the breed at Agribition; and their vision of the future of the breed both nationally and internationally. The competition will be judged by Council, and applications will close on Wednesday 31st August 2016. Good luck to all those who enter!
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COMPENSATION FOR BOVINE TB Payable during May 2016
www.tbhub.co.uk
NON PEDIGREE BOVINE Male Age Up to 3 months Over 3 months up to 6 months Over 6 months up to 9 months Over 9 months up to 12 months Over 12 months up to 16 months Over 16 months up to 20 months 20 months and over, non breeding bulls Breeding bulls 20 months and over
Compensation due 234 404
Female Age Up to 3 months Over 3 months up to 6 months Over 6 months up to 9 months Over 9 months up to 12 months Over 12 months up to 16 months Over 16 months up to 20 months 20 months and over, not calved Over 20 months, calved
629 824 890 929 994 1,059
Compensation due 184 369 550 720 789 845 915 809
PEDIGREE BOVINE Male Age Up to 6 months 6 months up to 12 months Over 12 months up to 24 months 24 months and over
Compensation due * *
Female Age Up to 6 months 6 months up to 12 months Over 12 months up to 24 months 24 months and over (not calved) Calved over 24 months and up to 36 months Calved 36 months and over
4,188 2,183
*Compensation to be determined using individual valuation 9
Compensation due * 1,374 1,456 1,641 *
1,401
DIARY *major shows/events where we will have a Society stand 19th-21st 20th 27th 28th June 1st-4th 1st-2nd 9th-11th 17th-19th 21st-22nd 29th-30th July 6th/7th 12th-14th 18th-21st September 13th 20th October 8th November 15th/16th December 8th May
Devon County Show* Beef Expo, Bakewell* South Devon Cattle Breeders Club Sale, Exeter Shropshire County Show Royal Bath & West Suffolk County Show Royal Cornwall Show* Royal Three Counties Show NATIONAL SHOW, Royal Cheshire County* Royal Norfolk Show Performance Championships, Livestock, NEC* Great Yorkshire Show* Royal Welsh Show* Council meeting, Bristol Judges Seminar (all Society judges) Autumn Show & Sale, Cirencester Smithfield East of England Festival Council meeting
NEW AND RESIGNING MEMBERS New introductory Region 4 K & A Haynes, Four Winds Farm, Murcott, Kidlington, Oxon Introduced by Malcolm & Thelma Broome Region 7 Mr B Copley, Heath Farm, Croxton Kerrial, Grantham, Lincs Introduced by Malcolm & Thelma Broome Resigning Region 2 W H & A Willcocks, Meads Farm, Harford, Ivybridge, Devon
AMENDMENTS TO ARTICLES OF ASSOCIATION Those of you who were at the Annual General Meeting will know that the revised Articles of Association (sent to all members prior to the Meeting as a Draft copy) were adopted. 10
There is a further amendment to make which has been drafted by our Solicitor, and Council have agreed that this should come forward to members at next year’s Annual General Meeting as a Council Resolution. If you would like further information before then please speak to Caroline.
AND FINALLY ….
An Englishman, Irishman, Welshman, Scotsman
were captured while fighting in a far-off foreign land, and the leader of the captors said, 'We're going to line you up in front of a firing squad and shoot you all in turn. But first, you each can make a final wish.' The Englishman responds, 'I'd like to hear "God Save The Queen" just one more time to remind me of the auld country, played by the London All Boys Choir, with Morris Dancers Dancing to the tune.' The Irishman replies, 'I'd like to hear "Danny Boy" just one more time to remind me of the auld country, sung in the style of Daniel O'Donnell, with Riverdance dancers skipping gaily to the tune.' The Welshman answers, 'I'd like to hear "Men Of Harlech" just one more time to remind me of the country, sung as if by the Treorchy Male Voice Choir.' The Scotsman says quickly, 'I'd like to be shot first.’
TOWERGATE YOUNG HANDLER COMPETITION To be held within the National Show, Royal Cheshire Show Wednesday 22nd June 2016 Entries are invited from any Society member, from any Region, aged between 11-15 years, or between 16-25 years of age on 22nd June, as well as sons, daughters, grandsons, granddaughters or employees of members. The object of the Competition is to identify future stockmen and stockwomen who can demonstrate an ability to prepare and exhibit cattle to a professional standard, and who can also demonstrate basic skills and knowledge of livestock breeding. At the discretion of the Judge, the Competition may include any or all of the following:
The preparation of an animal for showing (the animal will be supplied)
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Handling (control and exhibit an animal in a style that displays it in a positive manner, taking into consideration the safety of the handler and others) Assessment by placing a class of four animals, with justification, giving reasons using positive and descriptive terminology (16-25 years only)
The first prize for 16-25 year-olds will be a £400 contribution towards a trip abroad to see/assist with South Devon cattle. The winner will also receive a Showing Stick donated by the Society. Second and third prizes for this section will be £50 and £25 respectively, plus some South Devon merchandise. The winner will undertake to write a report for the Journal, or give a presentation about their travel experience to an Annual General Meeting. For 11-15 years, the prizes will include South Devon merchandise, and £50, £30 and £20 for the first three places. If you wish to enter please would you complete the form below and return it to the Society office by Wednesday 15th June 2016. If there are fewer than 6 competitors for each year group entered by the closing date this Competition will not take place. ********************
I wish to enter the 2016 Young Handler Competition to be held on Wednesday 22nd June at the Royal Cheshire Show Name ……………………………………………………............................................................................... Address ............................................................................................................................... ……………………………………………................................................................................................. ..................................................Telephone no. ......................................................... Date of birth …………………………............................................................................................. Eligibility criteria (eg daughter of member) ………………………………………………............. Signed …………………………....…………………………………………………………........................................ 12