An Alpine Real Deal son tops the Alpine Angus spring sale at $35,000 in a full clearance of 53 bulls
Summary
Alpine Angus achieved a full clearance at its 10th spring sale at Rosewhite, headlined by a son of the stud's Alpine Real Deal sire line. The 18-month-old topper, Alpine Real Deal W072, reached $35,000 and secured a new home with a Bannaby Angus operation at Taralga in New South Wales. In all, the stud sold every one of the 53 bulls offered to average $11,642, with strong competition from local, returning and new clients throughout the catalogue. The top bull was described as deep-bodied and well-fleshed with strong carcase attributes, its figures including an eye muscle area in the top 10 per cent of the breed alongside high docility and structure estimated breeding values. The buying operation runs across more than 4500 hectares around Taralga plus a further 600 hectares elsewhere in NSW, carrying more than 1200 commercial Angus females along with over 450 stud females and recipients. The Real Deal sire line was highlighted as a significant drawcard, with the influence of a well-regarded outside sire line also credited for adding quality and consistency to the draft. Three bulls shared the second-top price of $18,000, heading to buyers at Bowmans Forest, Eurobin and Echuca, with two of them sharing a common sire. A volume buyer secured three lots at a $16,000 average. The stud emphasised traits that figures alone cannot capture, including feet, heads and temperament. Selling agents for the sale were Nutrien, Ivone Agencies and Rodwells.
Key Data
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Top price | $35,000 |
| Bulls sold (full clearance) | 53 of 53 |
| Average | $11,642 |
| Second-top price | $18,000 (three bulls) |
| Top bull age | 18 months |
| Top bull EMA | top 10% of breed |
| Volume buyer average | $16,000 (three lots) |
| Sale number | 10th spring sale |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What topped the Alpine Angus spring sale?
A son of the Alpine Real Deal sire line, an 18-month-old bull, topped the sale at $35,000. It was secured by a Bannaby Angus operation at Taralga, NSW.
Did all the bulls sell?
Yes, Alpine Angus recorded a full clearance, selling all 53 bulls offered. The sale averaged $11,642.
What made the top bull stand out?
The top bull was described as deep-bodied and well-fleshed with strong carcase attributes. Its figures included an eye muscle area in the top 10 per cent of the breed, along with high docility and structure estimated breeding values.
What was the second-top price?
Three bulls shared the second-top price of $18,000. They went to buyers at Bowmans Forest, Eurobin and Echuca, and two shared a common sire.
How large is the top-buying operation?
The buying business runs over more than 4500 hectares around Taralga plus a further 600 hectares elsewhere in NSW. It carries more than 1200 commercial Angus females along with over 450 stud females and recipients.
Which genetics were credited for the sale's quality?
The Real Deal sire line was highlighted as a major drawcard. The influence of a well-regarded outside sire line was also credited for adding quality and consistency to the bulls.
Which selling agents conducted the sale?
The selling agents were Nutrien, Ivone Agencies and Rodwells. The sale was Alpine's 10th spring sale, held at Rosewhite.
