Bald Blair Angus bulls top at $24,000 to match the 2025 high as an Armidale buyer doubles up at Guyra
Summary
A wintry blast across the Northern Tablelands failed to dampen demand at the Bald Blair Angus on-property sale at Guyra, where bulls topped at $24,000 to match the stud's 2025 high. Under the hammer, 65 of 87 catalogued bulls sold for an average of $8830, with a further three bulls selling immediately post-auction. The $24,000 sale-topper, Bald Blair V282, was secured by an Aberfoyle, Armidale partnership that had bought the $24,000 top lot at a nearby Angus sale just 24 hours earlier. Calved almost exactly 24 months before sale day, the 826-kilogram bull was sired by Bald Blair Stirling S86, a son of Millah Murrah Paratrooper P15, and posted a 200-day breeding value of +62 and a 600-day value of +143, both in the breed's top 20 per cent, with milk of +29 and carcase weight of +99, both in the top 10 per cent. The second top-priced bull, Bald Blair Vulcan V192, headed to North Queensland clients and posted growth in the top 1 per cent for 200- and 400-day at +75 and +129, with the stud retaining a 50 per cent semen share. Local New England and Tablelands producers provided solid competition, with several operations buying three bulls each to as much as $12,000. The stud also outlined upcoming methane emissions research collaborations. Elders handled selling, with online bidding hosted by AuctionsPlus.
Key Data
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Bulls sold at auction | 65 of 87 |
| Top price | $24,000 |
| Bull average | $8830 |
| Top bull weight | 826kg |
| Top bull 600-day EBV | +143 (top 20%) |
| Second-top bull 600-day EBV | +164 (top 2%) |
| Post-auction bulls sold | 3 |
| Semen share retained on second-top | 50% |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What were the Bald Blair Angus sale results?
Under the hammer, 65 of 87 catalogued bulls sold for an average of $8830, with bulls topping at $24,000 to match the stud's 2025 high. A further three bulls sold immediately post-auction.
Who bought the top-priced bull?
The $24,000 sale-topper, Bald Blair V282, went to an Aberfoyle, Armidale partnership. The same buyer had secured the $24,000 top lot at a nearby Angus sale just 24 hours earlier.
What figures did the top bull post?
The 826-kilogram bull, suitable for first-calf heifers, posted a 200-day value of +62 and a 600-day value of +143, both in the top 20 per cent. Its milk value of +29 and carcase weight of +99 both ranked in the top 10 per cent.
What stood out about the second-top bull?
Bald Blair Vulcan V192 headed to North Queensland clients and posted growth in the top 1 per cent for 200- and 400-day at +75 and +129, and top 2 per cent for 600-day at +164. The stud retained a 50 per cent semen share in the young sire.
How did local producers support the sale?
New England and Tablelands producers provided solid competition, with several operations buying three bulls each to as much as $12,000. Buyers came from Walcha, Hernani, Ebor and Armidale among other areas.
What research did the stud highlight?
The stud outlined an ongoing program including upcoming research collaborations on methane emissions. It also reaffirmed a supply relationship with a nearby feedlot despite recent changes there.
When and where was the sale held?
The on-property sale was held at Guyra on Tuesday, August 4. A wintry blast across the Northern Tablelands failed to dampen buyer resolve.
Who handled the sale?
Elders Armidale and Guyra were the selling agents, with online bidding hosted by AuctionsPlus. The auctioneer was officiating at his 33rd consecutive sale for the stud.
