Brangus tops JK Cattle Co bull sale as Condamine offering averages $14,989 at 96 per cent clearance
Summary
The annual JK Cattle Co Angus, Brangus and Ultrablack bull sale at Condamine delivered a strong result, with the catalogue reaching a 96 per cent clearance and an overall average of $14,989. Brangus genetics claimed top price honours, as the leading Brangus bull sold for $40,000 to a Wallumbilla grazing operation building a 1500-head Angus-Brangus breeder herd. Across the offering, 66 Angus bulls averaged $14,393 and topped at $35,000 twice, 17 Brangus averaged $17,882 with a $40,000 high, and 12 Ultrablack bulls averaged $14,166 and peaked at $22,000. The result marked a clear lift on the previous year, when 76 bulls averaged $11,923 and topped at $24,000. Two Angus bulls shared the $35,000 second-top mark, one an 863-kilogram, 23-month-old and the other an 882-kilogram sire. Strong return clients and a wide geographic spread underpinned demand, with buyers from across Queensland securing pens of bulls at averages ranging from $6000 to $31,000. Selections were guided by growth rate, size, body shape, intramuscular fat and eye muscle area data, along with sound structure and feet. Continuing a valued tradition, charity lots offered at the conclusion of the sale raised $9100 for two charities, including the Royal Flying Doctor Service Queensland Section. The sale was managed by Ray White Livestock Dalby and GDL with online bidding interfaced through StockLive, capping a successful day for the Condamine-based stud and its loyal commercial following.
Key Data
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Overall sale average | $14,989 |
| Catalogue clearance | 96 per cent |
| Angus average (66 bulls) | $14,393 |
| Brangus average (17 bulls) | $17,882 |
| Ultrablack average (12 bulls) | $14,166 |
| Top price (Brangus) | $40,000 |
| 2025 sale average | $11,923 |
| Charity funds raised | $9,100 |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What was the overall average at the 2026 JK Cattle Co sale?
The sale finished with an overall average of $14,989 from a 96 per cent clearance of the catalogue. This was a strong lift on the previous year's average of $11,923.
Which breed topped the sale?
A Brangus bull claimed top price at $40,000. Brangus also recorded the highest breed average of the day at $17,882 across 17 bulls.
How did the Angus and Ultrablack bulls perform?
The 66 Angus bulls averaged $14,393 and topped at $35,000 on two occasions. The 12 Ultrablack bulls averaged $14,166 and peaked at $22,000.
How did the result compare with the previous year?
In the prior year, 76 bulls sold for an average of $11,923 and topped at $24,000 twice. The 2026 sale lifted both the top price and the overall average significantly.
What were buyers looking for in the bulls
Buyers prioritised growth rate, size and body shape in their selections. Sound structure, good feet, intramuscular fat and eye muscle area data were also important.
How much was raised for charity at the sale?
Charity lots offered at the conclusion of the sale raised a total of $9,100. The funds supported two charities, including the Royal Flying Doctor Service Queensland Section.
Who managed the sale?
The sale was conducted by Ray White Livestock Dalby and GDL with a guest auctioneer. Online bidding was interfaced through StockLive.
