Master Breeder Sale: Arnum Holsteins, Friday 8th May 2020
The dispersal sale of Master Breeder Arnum Holsteins, Peter & Wilma Mackay, takes place Friday 8th May, 11am, at Warragul Sale Yards and live online at www.stocklive.com.au.
It will be the end of a 40 year era for Peter and Wilma Mackay, who have dedicated their lives to building their high production herd of Registered Holsteins.
Commenting on the family’s legacy, Alex Scott and staff auctioneer, Terry Ahearn said: “Through their strong interest in breeding top quality cows, over the years they were able to realise their vision of attaining a remarkable 100% top quality herd. In recognition of their achievements and dedication to the industry Peter and Wilma rightfully gained the award of Master Breeders.
“A lifetime of hard work, and a love of what they do, is testament to their show-quality large frame cow herd that has been premium bred for its high yielding produce. Due to retirement of this farming family, this industry award acknowledged herd will now be available to the astute buyer.”
Included in the sale:
- 60 March/April calved A.I. bred cows sires include: Goldendreams, Shottle, Flame and Unix
- 23 March/April calved and springing A.I bred heifers
- 80 Milking spring 2019 calved cows re-joined for July - September calving to A.I. Sires including: Society, Flame, Pavarotti, Buffalo, Paramount
- 45 Spring 2019 calved cows. Not re-joined
- 29 2 - 21⁄2 year old A.I. bred heifers, due from 1/7/20 to A.I Speckle Park & Low Line Bull sires include: Cruiser, Bardo, Numero Uno, Dealmaker, Sunlight & Flame
- 19 Breeders selection of unjoined heifers
- 30 Entire 2020 drop of A.I. bred bucket calves 2-10 weeks
With stage 3 COVID-19 lockdown restrictions still in place in Victoria the sale will be broadcast live at www.stocklive.com.au from the Warragul Sale Yards, where the required social distancing measures will be in place.
“It’s only fitting that this quality herd is made available to the broadest possible buying pool and we’re very glad to have StockLive on board to make this possible. StockLive’s tried and tested platform will ensure a seamless process for the Mackay family and the buyers on auction day,” said Terry.
Click here to download the full Arnum Holsteins sale catalogue. Register to buy before 10am on Friday 8th May with Alex Scott & Staff on 03 5623 4744 or at www.stocklive.com.au.