The Saltire Simmental herd of J. & G. Houliston, Drem, East Lothian has been a familiar name in pedigree and commercial circles since its establishment in the early 2000s. Built on the use of top AI sires, the herd has not only achieved regular five-figure bull...
SIMMENTALS ‘ON THE MONEY’ IN SOUTH WEST OF ENGLAND!
This week we’ve been down through Scotland, into the borders, and the North West of England. Today we’re taking a look at the South West of England and Simmentals again topping sections across commercial sales in the region. Sale centres included are Hallworthy;...
SIMMENTALS FEATURING STRONGLY AT HARRISON & HETHERINGTON SALES!
Sales at Borderway Mart, Carlisle, and St Boswells, Scottish Borders, featured We’ve been bobbing round the country and featuring auction marts where Simmental cattle are continuing to do the business and attract top prices across all sale commercial sale sections....
Carlisle Autumn Show and Sale
Although entries were slightly down, the Simmental trade at the Carlisle Autumn Show & Sale was good with bulls averaging 1694gns.
Judged by Mr C. Addison, the top-price of 2200gns went to Wigton breeders J. & E. Peile, for the Champion animal, Pasturehouse Paleface, a 16 month old bull.
W. Heaps,Chorley, Lancs, sold Rosten Pricey, also 16 months, at 1950gns.
Messrs Allen, Newton Stewart, drew 1900gns for Glenturk Prince Peter, the Reserve Champion.
Females averaged 952gns for in-calf heifers.
Report by Christine Heaps North West Club Secretary
