Classified bulls reach $35,000 as Gyranda Santa Gertrudis sale at Theodore averages $12,067
Summary
Classified bulls set the pace at the annual Gyranda Santa Gertrudis sale at Theodore on September 19, reaching $35,000 while their purebred counterparts topped at $20,000, on the way to an overall average of $12,067. In the catalogue breakdown, 79 classified bulls averaged $12,975 for a 98 per cent clearance of that section, while 25 purebred bulls averaged $9200 for a total clearance of that portion of the offering. The day's pace-setter was Gyranda Wizard W124 (P), which made $35,000, followed by the 25-month-old Gyranda Washington W444 (P) at $32,500. A $30,000 online purchase secured Gyranda W482 (P), while Gyranda Warrior W140 (P) sold for $27,500. Two lots made $26,000 apiece, the 23-month-old Gyranda W592 (P) and the polled Gyranda Watchman W338 (PP), and Gyranda Worcestershire W126 (PP) returned $22,000. Volume support came from a two-state buyer gallery. The largest single volume buyer took 16 head for an average of $6875, while other repeat buyers secured lots in numbers ranging from three to nine head at averages between $6000 and $14,667. Registered buying operations from across Queensland spread their purchases through both the classified and purebred sections, underlining solid commercial and stud demand for Santa Gertrudis genetics. The strong clearance across both catalogue sections, combined with a competitive spread of prices from the low thousands up to the $35,000 sale-topper, reflected steady confidence in the breed heading into the spring bull-selling season.
Key Data
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Overall bull average | $12,067 |
| Top-priced classified bull | $35,000 |
|
Top-priced purebred bull |
$20,000 |
|
Classified bulls |
79 offered, avg $12,975, 98% clearance |
| Purebred bulls | 25 offered, avg $9200, 100% clearance |
| Largest volume buyer | 16 head at $6875 avg |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What was the top price at the Gyranda Santa Gertrudis sale?
A classified bull topped the sale at $35,000. Purebred bulls topped at $20,000.
What was the overall average?
The sale reached an overall average of $12,067. Classified bulls averaged $12,975 and purebred bulls averaged $9200.
How many bulls were offered in each section?
The catalogue featured 79 classified bulls and 25 purebred bulls. The classified section cleared 98 per cent and the purebred section achieved a total clearance.
Where was the sale held?
The annual Gyranda Santa Gertrudis sale was held at Theodore on September 19. It drew a two-state buyer gallery.
What did the second-top bull make?
The second-highest price was $32,500 for a 25-month-old bull. Two further bulls made $26,000 each.
Who was the largest volume buyer?
The largest volume buyer secured 16 head for an average of $6875. Other repeat buyers took between three and nine head each.
How did prices range across the sale?
Prices ranged from the low thousands up to the $35,000 sale-topper. Volume-buyer averages spanned roughly $6000 to $14,667.
