Strong entry for elite Hereford sale

The demand for Hereford sires has been growing steadily for a number of years and the breed’s reputation with both consumers and cattle farmers is bringing more and more followers for the Hereford brand.

“Our members have responded to the challenge by bringing together a high quality offering,” said James.

“We have our leading breeders bringing out strong teams of good young Hereford bulls. The Corraback herd of Mervyn and Henry Richmond will lead off with a string of five big strong bulls ready to work in either beef or dairy herds - David Smyth is offering four two year olds from his Magheraknock herd while the Glenside herd of Raymond Pogue is also offering four choice young sires.

“Des Kelly has selected three strong youngsters from his Mullin herd at Ballygawley while Robin Irvines’ Graceland herd is consigning three young bulls with strong EBV’s for growth and muscle and including a Superior Carcass Sire which is eligible for the Hereford society’s £500 cash incentive - and a well bred young bull from our own Richmount Herd.”

Other notable entries are offered by guest consignors, A & S Irvine, M & L Moore, R & P Mc Clenaghan, C Kerr, A & V Mc Fadden, C McCord and S Forsythe.

All entries will be BVD tested and vacinated, and have undergone a DNA test to prove parentage and to detect genetic abnormalities. A pre-sale veterinary inspection and weight check will ensure that all animals are up to breed standard.

Potential purchasers can view a parade of all bulls at 11.30 am to help them make their selections, with the sale commencing at 1pm.

Sale catalogues can be viewed on the Hereford Society website www.herefordcattle.org or by contacting David Smyth on 07808 078117.