Bonnydale Black Simmental sale tops $17,000 at Roma for $7067 average
Summary
The top-priced bull from the Bonnydale Black Simmental sale is on its way to South Australia following the Western Australian stud's seventh annual Roma bull sale, held at the Roma saleyards on Wednesday, September 30. Of the 58 bulls offered, 30 sold at auction for a 52 per cent clearance at an average of $7067 and a gross of $212,000. An additional three lots sold after the sale, lifting the clearance to 56 per cent for a $6970 average.
By comparison, in 2024, 47 of the 50 bulls offered sold for a 94 per cent clearance at an $8532 average with a $30,000 top.
The top-priced bull, Bonnydale Quadrant W198, sold at $17,000 to Rellum Farms, Mount Gambier, South Australia. The 20-month-old bull weighed 780 kilograms and was sired by Rubys Quadrant 210K and out of Bonnydale Guava R147. It recorded 4 millimetres of rump and rib fat, an eye muscle area of 120 square centimetres, intramuscular fat of 5.3 per cent, a scrotal circumference of 37 centimetres and morphology of 93 per cent. The buyer has bred traditional Simmentals for 33 years and runs about 70 to 80 stud cows, recently introducing Black Simmentals to the herd.
Albany Pastoral Company, Albany Downs, Mitchell, was the bulk buyer with nine head at a $6778 average. Elders and GDL conducted the sale.
Key Data
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Bulls offered, sold at auction | 58 offered, 30 sold |
|
Clearance rate at auction |
52 per cent |
| Auction average | $7067 |
|
Sale gross |
$212,000 |
|
Top price |
$17,000 |
|
Clearance after post-sale lots |
56 per cent |
|
Average after post-sale lots |
$6970 |
|
2024 bulls sold, clearance, average |
47 of 50 at 94 per cent, $8532 |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What did the Bonnydale Black Simmental sale top at?
The sale topped at $17,000 for Bonnydale Quadrant W198. It sold to Rellum Farms, Mount Gambier, South Australia. The auction average was $7067.
What were the clearance and gross?
Of the 58 bulls offered, 30 sold at auction for a 52 per cent clearance and a gross of $212,000. An additional three lots sold after the sale, lifting the clearance to 56 per cent for a $6970 average.
How did the result compare with 2024?
In 2024, 47 of the 50 bulls offered sold for a 94 per cent clearance at an $8532 average, with a $30,000 top. The 2026 sale recorded a lower clearance, average and top price across a larger offering.
What figures did the top-priced bull record?
The 20-month-old bull weighed 780 kilograms and recorded 4 millimetres of rump and rib fat. Its eye muscle area was 120 square centimetres with intramuscular fat of 5.3 per cent. It recorded a scrotal circumference of 37 centimetres and morphology of 93 per cent.
How will the top-priced bull be used?
The bull will head to South Australia for stud duties during the spring mating season. The buyer plans to put him out in mid-November with about 40 to 45 stud cows.
Who bought the top-priced bull?
Rellum Farms, Mount Gambier, South Australia, secured the bull. That operation has bred traditional Simmentals for 33 years and runs about 70 to 80 stud cows. It has recently introduced Black Simmentals, joining them over traditional cows.
Who were the bulk buyers?
Albany Pastoral Company, Albany Downs, Mitchell, was the bulk buyer with nine head at a $6778 average. Bulls were purchased by a wide spread of buyers heading south and across Queensland.
Who conducted the sale?
Elders and GDL were the selling agents. The sale was interfaced with AuctionsPlus.
