Eastern Plains Angus bulls hit a double $18,000 top on strong local support near Guyra despite a harsh season
Summary
The Eastern Plains Angus bull sale near Guyra drew strong local support despite one of the worst autumn seasons on record, which forced significant culling of females across the region. A total of 46 of 64 bulls sold to a top price of $18,000, reached twice, for an average of $7895. Eastern Plains Vernan V32 was the first to hit the top, secured by a Wandoan, Queensland grazier. The June 2024-drop bull weighed 834 kilograms, was sired by Murdeduke Quarterback Q011, and recorded a low birth weight breeding value of +1.51, strong 200-, 400- and 600-day weights of +55, +85 and +127, an eye muscle area of +8.5, and a 40-centimetre scrotal circumference. That buyer, who grows feeder steers to 480 kilograms, added four more bulls at a $7500 average. The second $18,000 bull, Eastern Plains Veteran V22, went to a Uralla partnership, weighing 796 kilograms with very good calving ease, a calving ease direct value of +9.1 and low birth weight of +3.3. Another notable lot, Eastern Plains Vicore V134, made $14,000. Local volume buyers were active, including a Guyra operation buying three bulls at a $4266 average that has supported the stud for 29 years, and several partnerships securing three bulls each at $6000. Elders conducted the sale with a guest auctioneer and AuctionsPlus providing the online interface.
Key Data
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Bulls sold | 46 of 64 |
| Top price | $18,000 (twice) |
| Bull average | $7895 |
| Top bull weight | 834kg |
| Top bull 600-day weight EBV | +127 |
| Second top bull weight | 796kg |
| Third notable lot | $14,000 |
| 29-year repeat buyer | 3 bulls at $4266 average |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What were the headline results of the Eastern Plains Angus sale?
A total of 46 of 64 bulls sold to a top of $18,000, reached twice, for an average of $7895. The sale drew strong local support despite a harsh autumn season.
What did the top bulls offer?
Eastern Plains Vernan V32 weighed 834 kilograms and recorded a low birth weight value of +1.51 with 200-, 400- and 600-day weights of +55, +85 and +127. The second $18,000 bull, Eastern Plains Veteran V22, weighed 796 kilograms with very good calving ease at +9.1.
Where and when was the sale held?
The annual sale was held near Guyra on Wednesday, August 5. The region had experienced the worst of the autumn season.
Who bought the top-priced bull?
The first $18,000 bull went to a Wandoan, Queensland grazier who breeds replacement heifers and grows feeder steers to 480 kilograms. The buyer said the bull suited his herd's growth and fertility needs.
Why did the season affect the sale?
A dry, harsh autumn led to significant culling of females across the region and fewer cows about. Despite this, loyal repeat and local buyers underpinned the result.
What was notable about buyer loyalty?
One Guyra operation has bought bulls from the stud for 29 years and still runs bulls that are nine years old, reflecting strong longevity. Several other partnerships bought three bulls each at $6000.
What was the third-highest notable lot?
Eastern Plains Vicore V134 made $14,000 and was headed to an Armidale buyer. The same buyer also secured an August 2024-drop bull for $6000.
Who conducted the sale?
Elders conducted the sale with a guest auctioneer. AuctionsPlus provided the online bidding interface.
