Members of the NI Suffolk Branch once again made their mark throughout 2025 and that was reflected in the glittering array of prizes that were presented on the night.
Vice Chairman of the NI Suffolk Branch Lesley Liggett reviewed the successes of its members in 2025. Chief Executive Barrie Turner spoke on behalf of the Suffolk Sheep Society and Council Representative Alastair Barkley thanked all sponsors and advertisers who supported the Branch throughout the year.
The winners of the Flock
Competition sponsored by United Feeds was also celebrated with the Overall Champion flock award going to Alastair Gault and Reserve Flock to Keith & Sharon Johnston.
Many thanks also to Alfie Shaw for joining members on the night and capturing some great photos.
2025 Flock Competition Results:-
Class 1 (Flock of 30 Ewes and Under): 1st Alastair Gault; 2nd Keith & Sharon Johnston; 3rd Philip Kennedy
Class 2 (Flock of 31 Ewes and Over): 1st Campbell & Jason Watson
Pen of Ewe Lambs: 1st Philip Kennedy; 2nd Keith & Sharon Johnston; 3rd Campbell & Jason Watson
Stock Ram: 1st Tullywinney Hurricane – Alastair Gault; 2nd Malinhead Del Boy – Keith Johnston & Philip Kennedy; 3rd Ballynacannon Bentley – Keith Johnston & Philip Kennedy
Champion Flock: Alastair Gault
Reserve Champion Flock: Keith & Sharon Johnston
1. Group of 3 RUAS Balmoral Show - Keith & Sharon Johnston.jpg
Group of 3 RUAS Balmoral Show - Keith & Sharon Johnston Photo: ALFIE SHAW
2. Best Ewe Lamb & Best Female Exhibit - Premier Sale - Jason & Campbell Watson.jpg
Best Ewe Lamb & Best Female Exhibit - Premier Sale - Jason & Campbell Watson Photo: ALFIE SHAW
3. Group of 3 Premier Sale - Mark Priestley.jpg
Group of 3 Premier Sale - Mark Priestley Photo: ALFIE SHAW
4. Highest Priced Homebred ram sired by a NI bred Lamb - Premier Sale - Mark Priestley.jpg
Highest Priced Homebred ram sired by a NI bred Lamb - Premier Sale - Mark Priestley Photo: ALFIE SHAW