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- [Balmoral, – Royal Ulster Show, 15th to 18th May 2019](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/royal-ulster-show-judges-report-cecil-mcilwaine/) - Ranfurly Jameson J2 18 from Mr W D Hazelton, Male Champion, Junior Champion and Overall Champion
- [KINGPIN ‘STRIKES’ TO WIN CLASS FIVE OF THE 2022 SIMMENTAL VIRTUAL SHOW](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/kingpin-strikes-to-win-class-five-of-the-2022-simmental-virtual-show/) - We are moving through the classes of this year’s competition and again with a high standard forward from around the country. Thank you to everyone who has had a go and continues to promote the Simmental breed so well. This week’s winner of Class Five, Senior Bull Born on or Before 31st December 2019 is [ ]
- [10,000GNS COLTFIELD PRINCIPAL LEADS RECORD SIMMENTAL TRADE AT ABERDEEN!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/10000gns-coltfield-principal-leads-record-simmental-trade-at-aberdeen/) - SIMMENTAL BULLS AVERAGE £7770, UP £1938 ON THE YEAR, AND A NEW CENTRE RECORD AVERAGE Islavale Pizza sells at 9000gns Backmuir bulls at 8000gns, and 7000gns x2 Tillyeve, and Drumsleed bulls at 7500gns The ongoing demand for Simmental bulls was again evident with another record trade for the breed at the 2025 Aberdeen Northern [ ]
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- [GAVIN BROWN’S SPRINGFIELD HERD TAKES SIMMENTAL CHAMPIONSHIP ‘ONE-TWO’ AT 2024 LIVESCOT](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/gavin-browns-springfield-herd-takes-simmental-championship-one-two-at-2024-livescot/) - Springfield Prada wins Overall Supreme Female Champion Springfield Pentagon takes Overall Reserve Male Champion It was a ‘win double’ Gavin Brown, Springfield Farm, Penicuik who took both the Simmental Overall Supreme Overall Reserve titles at the Scottish National Fatstock Club’s 2024 LiveScot event held at Lanark market on Friday evening, 22nd November [ ]
- [Royal Northern Spring Show and Sale](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/royal-northern-spring-show-sale/) - Pedigree bulls sold to a top price of 3,400gn at the spring show and sale at Thainstone Centre on Wednesday, March 2nd 2005. The event was run by Aberdeen Northern Marts as part of the 2005 Royal Northern Spring Show and was held under the auspices of the British Charolais, Limousin, Simmental and Aberdeen-Angus [ ]
- [Perth Spring Sale – Simmentals sell 95 per cent of bulls at record average price](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/perth-spring-sale-simmentals-sell-95-per-cent-of-bulls-at-record-average-price/) - Strong demand for Simmental bulls at the Perth Bull Sales on Tuesday 18 February 2003 saw 131 bulls find new homes at an average price of £3737. The clearance level was 95 per cent of the bulls on offer which reflected the increasing demand for the breed. Northern Ireland ‘Triple Top’ Top price of £12600 [ ]
- [18,000GNS BRANDANE LU LU HITS THE HIGH NOTE AT SIMMENTAL NEXT GENERATION II SALE](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/18000gns-brandane-lu-lu-hits-the-high-note-at-simmental-next-generation-ii-sale/) - • 18,000gns a breed centre record price• Heifers average £5202, up by £806 on the year, and a new breed centre record average• Overhill House sells to 9000gns• 8000gns Denizes Eve’s Beauty 7th makes the top maiden heifer price• Islavale leads the weaned calf trade at 6500gns Jimmy Kath McMillan, Bradwell Ash, Bury St [ ]
- [WITH A LITTLE BIT OF ‘SNAP & CRACKLE’, LISGLASS POP WINS CLASS ONE OF THE 2024 BRITISH SIMMENTAL VIRTUAL SHOW!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/with-a-little-bit-of-snap-crackle-lisglass-pop-wins-class-one-of-the-2024-british-simmental-virtual-show/) - It`s the first big reveal of this year’s Simmental Virtual Show, and we are delighted to announce the results for Class One -Bull Calf born on or after 1st August 2023. Congratulations go to the Lisglass herd of JL CJ Weatherup, Ballyclare, Co Antrim whose September 2023 born bull Lisglass Pop has been awarded [ ]
- [DRAFT AGENDA FOR SYMA TRIP TO TURRIFF. AUGUST 2014.](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/draft-agenda-for-syma-trip-to-turriff-august-2014/) - FRIDAY 1ST AUGUST. ARRIVE- ABERDEEN AIRPORT, BUS TO TRAVEL LODGE, ELGIN. SATURDAY 2ND AUGUST. MORNING VISIT TO AUCHORACHAN HERD (MICHAEL DURNO), FOLLOWED LUNCH AT GLENLIVET DISTILLERY. AFTERNOON, GO-CARTING AT LHANBRYDE? VISIT TO CORSKIE HERD( IAIN GREEN) FOLLOWED BY BBQ. SUNDAY 3RD AUGUST. MORNING VISIT TO DELFUR HERD.(EDWARD MOUNTAN) AFTERNOON- STOCKJUDGING COMPETITION AT TURRIFF SHOW. FOLLOWED [ ]
- [LIZZIE HARDING WINS THE YOUNG STOCKPERSON AWARD AT STIRLING FEBRUARY SIMMENTAL SALE](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/lizzie-harding-wins-the-young-stockperson-award-at-stirling-february-simmental-sale/) - Let’s hear it for Lizzie Harding, Cornerfields Farm, Uxbridge, Bucks, who won the Young Stockperson award at the recent record-breaking Stirling Simmental Sale held in February. A young but long time Simmental enthusiast, Lizzie is heavily involved with the family’s Hallway herd. On a bit of a busman’s holiday at Stirling Lizzie, who is studying [ ]
- [Simmental Society involved in trials in Cumbria and Yorkshire dales.](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/simmental-society-involved-in-trials-in-cumbria-and-yorkshire-dales/) - The aims of which are to increase understanding of how grazing breeding or growing cattle on a common, allotment or other rough grazing affects:
- [Simmentals sell to 2000gns at Carlisle](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/simmentals-sell-to-2000gns-at-carlisle/) - A top price of 2000gns was achieved twice in the sale of Simmental bulls at Carlisle. Supreme Champion, Drumsleed Mustang, from Gerald Smith at Blairs, Aberdeenshire was purchased by Messrs McDowell Co for their 200 cow herd at Glenluce, Wigtonshire. Mustang is an April 2001 son of Crailing Barrister and fulfils the breed society’s [ ]
- [The Society is pleased to announce that Gareth Boyes BVMS DBR MRCVS](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/the-society-is-pleased-to-announce-that-gareth-boyes-bvms-dbr-mrcvs/) - has been appointed to become our Society Vet More information can be found here: https://britishsimmental.co.uk/society-vet/
- [This year the Society has donated £200 to the Farming Community Network in Cumbria instead of sending Christmas Cards](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/this-year-the-society-has-donated-200-to-the-farming-community-network-in-cumbria-instead-of-sending-christmas-cards/)
- [CENTRE WEST CLUB REPORT](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/centre-west-club-report/) - It has been a variable and challenging year for all our members, and we have seen a change round on the committee. Mark Sallis and David Savins stepped down from their roles as Chairman and Vice Chairman, which has been taken on by Josh Evans and me. We have amalgamated the secretary and treasurer’s role, [ ]
- [Worcester Sale Report 5th May 2018](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/worcester-sale-report-5th-may-2018/) - The Annual Society Sale was held on Saturday 5th May and the pre-sale show was judged by Craig Hollingsworth of Midhope Hall Farm, Midhopestones, Sheffield S36 4GW. Topping the day’s trade at 5000gns was the polled Wroxall Happy Chappy 16 by the popular Wroxall-Cocker-Leeky Soup 11, bred by C H Evans Son of Abbey [ ]
- [18,000GNS AUCHORACHAN LANDMARK TOPS THE TRADE AT STIRLING SIMMENTAL BULL SALE](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/18000gns-auchorachan-landmark-tops-the-trade-at-stirling-simmental-bull-sale/) - • 57 bulls sold, up 5 on the year• Bulls average £5961, up £372 on the year• 22 bulls sell at 6000gns or more, with three at five figures• 7 Islavale bulls average £9185• Corskie lead female trade at 6000gns Auchorachan Landmark 18,000gns The junior bull Auchorachan Landmark 20 from D R Durno Sons, Auchorachan, [ ]
- [KILBRIDE FARM REBEL (P) ROCKS CLASS ONE OF THE 2025 BRITISH SIMMENTAL VIRTUAL SHOW!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/kilbride-farm-rebel-p-rocks-class-one-of-the-2025-british-simmental-virtual-show/) - Kilbride Farm secure a One-Two Here we are with the first big reveal of this year’s Simmental Virtual Show, and announcing the results for Class One -Bull Calf born on or after 1st August 2024. It’s a big shout out to the Kilbride Farm herd of WH Robson Sons, Kilbride Farm, Doagh, Ballycare, Co [ ]
- [Young Members Trip 2024](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/young-members-gallery/young-members-trip-2019/) - YOUNG MEMBERS TRIP 2024 Pictures from the Young members trip to Northern Ireland
- [5000GNS SCOTLAND HILL NEWMAN LEADS SIMMENTAL TRADE AT MELTON MULTI-BREED](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/5000gns-scotland-hill-newman-leads-simmental-trade-at-melton-multi-breed/) - Scotland Hill Newman Places Wins Overall Reserve Interbreed Scotland Hill Newman from Tom Hill, Wadworth, Doncaster, made 5000gns to lead the small Simmental entry at the Melton Mowbray Multi Breed Sale held on Saturday 23rd March at Melton Mowbray Livestock market. Earlier in the day this classy April 2022 born bull had won the Simmental [ ]
- [Perth Spring Sale](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/perth-spring-sale-2/) - A Strong demand for Simmental bulls produced a cracking average for the breed at Perth on Tuesday 17th February 2004, with two bulls leading the ratings at 15,000gns apiece Demand from the crossing sector and the influence of the Crofters Commission buyers helped put a sound bottom on the trade, with the 141 bulls averaging [ ]
- [PART ONE OF THREE; SIMMENTALS TOPPING COMMERCIAL SALES IN AUGUST AT 32 MARKETS AROUND THE UK!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/part-one-of-three-simmentals-topping-commercial-sales-in-august-at-32-markets-around-the-uk/) - SIMMENTALS TOPPING SALE SECTIONS AT: SEDGEMOOR; SKIPTON; SELBY; ABERDEEN; GISBURN; HALLWORTHY; CARLISLE; MARKET DRAYTON; DINGWALL; SALISBURY; MALTON; BAKEWELL; RUGBY; HEXHAM; THAME; CROOKLANDS; THIRSK; SHREWSBURY; STIRLING; EXETER; WHITLAND; LUDLOW; FROME; MELTON MOWBRAY; DARLINGTON; CARMARTHERN; AYR; MONMOUTHSHIRE; DUMFRIES; BALLYMENA; PENRITH; AND SWATRAGH Analysis of Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB) data has shown Simmental gives beef producers [ ]
- [Dispersal of the HAZELDEN Herd on behalf of MR N J MCGEOCH.](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/dispersal-of-the-hazelden-herd-on-behalf-of-mr-n-j-mcgeoch/) - Dispersal of the HAZELDEN Herd on behalf of MR N J MCGEOCH.160 LOTS Saturday 30th August 2014 United Auctions, Stirling
- [July Newsletter & Herd Competition](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/july-newsletter-herd-competition/) - Good Afternoon Everyone, Please find click here to see the latest newsletter with details of forthcoming events here for the Herd Competition Entry Form. The closing date is 10th August 2022. The commercial open day- Sunday 7th August is open to everyone; however as numbers are limited to 50; Cornwall and South West clubs [ ]
- [Carlisle National Autumn Show and Sale](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/carlisle-autumn-2007/) - Mr B T M C Raymond won Overall Champion with his bull Ben-nant Trader (TM) and was sold for 2,600 Gns. J D A Loftus won Reserve Overall Champion with their bull Blackpool Turbine and was sold for 1,200 Gns. L J A J Curry won Female Champion with Wroxall Posh Lilly, [ ]
- [Balmoral Show – McDonald’s win first-ever Simmental championship](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/balmoral-2011/) - By Julie Hazelton A small show of qualify stock was how judge, Gerard Brickley, Portlaoise, described the Simmental entry at Balmoral Show. “Despite the small numbers forward I was pleasantly surprised by the standard and calibre of the cattle at this year’s event. All entries were well presented and displayed great locomotion,” said Mr Brickley [ ]
- [Simmentals sell to 3200gns at Bristol](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/simmentals-sell-to-3200gns-at-bristol/) - Scotland Mercury took the championship and made a top price of 3200 gns at the Society sale at Bristol on Saturday 24th May 2003. Purchased by Mr M L Shadrick of Glebe View, Bradworthy, Devon Mercury is a son of Scotland Kit Kat and is out of Woodhall Dorinda. Mercury was bred by Peter Hill [ ]
- [Kilbride Farm](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/project/kilbride-farm/) - Feature on the highly regarded Kilbride Farm Simmental Herd of the Society’s recently elected BSCS President Norman Robson, and the Robson family, based at Ballyclare, Co Antrim.
- [SIMMENTAL YOUNG MEMBERS ENJOY A ‘TOP 2025 WEEKEND’ IN SCOTLAND!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/simmental-young-members-enjoy-a-top-2025-weekend-in-scotland/) - Following hard on the heels of a very successful event the previous year in Northern Ireland, it was the turn of Scotland to play host to the 2025 Simmental Young Members weekend, and held over three days in Perthshire from 1st – 3rd August. See here the snapshot report from BSCS Council Member, and Scottish [ ]
- [Perth Autumn Show and Sale](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/perth-autumn-2007/) - Demand for Simmental females increases again A good show of Simmental females, attracted a packed ringside in Perth on Tuesday 13th November 2007 following immediately after the Charity Auction organised by the Simmental Society to raise funds for the 2008 World Congress which they are hosting in the UK. The trend for an increased market [ ]
- [10,000GNS OVERHILL SIMMENTAL BULL IS THE ‘REAL’ MCCOY AT CARLISLE!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/10000gns-overhill-simmental-bull-is-the-real-mccoy-at-carlisle/) - • Record Simmental average at Carlisle of £6519• 100% clearance rate with all 12 bulls sold• Eight bulls make 6000gns and more• Midhope lead the pedigree females at 3800gns• Auchorachan top the Simmental High Health bulling heifer sale at £3800• Chestermann Reduction Sale tops at 3300gns Richard McCulloch, Overhill House, Armadale, West Lothian led a [ ]
- [Maintaining Female Quality and a Commercial Perspective are Keys to Continual Improvement](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/project/maintaining-female-quality-and-a-commercial-perspective-are-keys-to-continual-improvement/) - Herd feature on the recently elected BSCS President Stewart Stronach and the Stronach family at Maisley, Keith, Banffshire.
- [LEADING ROLE: CORSKIE HEIFER WINS CLASS TWO OF THE 2025 BRITISH SIMMENTAL VIRTUAL SHOW!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/leading-role-corskie-heifer-wins-class-two-of-the-2025-british-simmental-virtual-show/) - Corskie herd s turn to have a nifty class one-two! It’s the second big reveal of this year’s Simmental Virtual Show, as we announce the results for Class Two Heifer Calf born on or after 1st August 2024. Top of the pops this week, and taking first and second place, and four of the top [ ]
- [STOP PRESS: 8800GNS CORSKIE KIRBY LEADS SIMMENTALS & ALL-BREEDS TRADE AT ABERDEEN](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/stop-press-8800gns-corskie-kirby-leads-simmentals-all-breeds-trade-at-aberdeen/) - The September 2019 born Corskie Kirby from Mr WJ J Green, Corskie, Garmouth, Fochabers, sold for 8,800gns to lead the Simmental and all-breeds trade at Aberdeen
- [SIMMENTALS CONTINUING TO TOP COMMERCIAL SALES AT UK MARKETS THROUGHOUT OCTOBER](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/simmentals-continuing-to-top-commercial-sales-at-uk-markets-throughout-october/) - TOPPING SALE SECTIONS AT ABERDEEN: BALLYMENA; HALLWORTHY; ASHFORD; DINGWALL; MARKETHILL; FROME; DUNGANNON; STIRLING; CARMARTHEN; MARKET DRAYTON; HOLSWORTHY; WOOLER; SALISBURY; AYR; LANARK; DUMFRIES; ANGLESEY; TRURO; CARLISLE; QUOYBRAE; PENRITH; CASTLE DOUGLAS; BENTHAM; THAME; EXETER; SHREWSBURY; SEDGEMOOR; BAKEWELL; SELBY; LANCASTER; MONMOUTHSHIRE; HOLMFIRTH A premium on efficiency continues to drive the increasing uptake of Simmental cattle by commercial [ ]
- [Ludlow Sale](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/ludlow-sale-3/) - Judge: Rob Fitton 9 Bulls sold to a sales average of £2,292.50 4 Females sold to a sales average of £682.50 1 In-calf Heifer sold for £1732.50 Prize Name Vendor Purchaser Price Gns Champion Beanhill Star Mr Mrs R J B E Kimber Mr Vaughan 2900.00 Reserve Champion Wroxall Seaman C H [ ]
- [HERE WE GO! CLASS ONE OF THE 2024 ‘VIRTUAL’ SIMMENTAL SHOW IS NOW OPEN](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/get-those-cameras-snapping-class-one-of-the-2023-virtual-simmental-show-is-now-open/) - The 2024 ‘Virtual’ Simmental Show, the fifth staging of this online event, is now officially open and underway. Please send in your photos for the first class, Bull Calf born on or after 1st August 2023. Calf name and date of birth to be stated. You have until Thursday 4th July to send your entries [ ]
- [Llwynmelyn Dispersal Sale on 14th September 2015](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/llwynmelyn-dispersal-sale-on-14th-september-2015/)
- [Pedigree Simmental Show and Sale at Bristol Sale Centre](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/bristol-sale-2007/) - Shellthorn Dispersal leads the way at Bristol An outstanding show of cattle at the British Simmental Society sale, which included the Dispersal of the Shellthorn Herd on behalf of Andy Dianne Grossey, attracted a packed sale ring at the Bristol Sales Centre on Saturday 12th May 2007. The sale, run by the South West [ ]
- [POPES PRINCESS LUMI WINS THE 2022 ENGLISH NATIONAL AS SIMMENTALS ‘LIGHT UP’ THE ROYAL LANCASHIRE SHOW](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/popes-princess-lumi-wins-the-2022-english-national-as-simmentals-light-up-the-royal-lancashire-show/) - Popes Princess Lumi wins Overall Supreme Denizes Eve’s Beauty 3rd lifts Overall Reserve Popes Princess Lumi wins Overall Supreme Interbreed Popes, Denizes, and Heathbrow combine to win Interbreed Team of Four Hannah Wood and Callum Leedham win Young Breeders’ Stockjudging The Royal Lancashire Show, Salesbury Hall, Ribchester, provided the stage for a quality line up [ ]
- [‘FIVE STAR’ BACKMUIR RAMBO WINS OVERALL SIMMENTAL SUPREME AT THE 2026 ROYAL HIGHLAND SHOW!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/five-star-backmuir-rambo-wins-overall-simmental-supreme-at-the-2026-royal-highland-show/) - Delfur Nifty wins Female Championship and Overall Reserve Corskie Stone take the Overall Junior Championship Simmentals win Team of Four Interbreed for first time since 1998 Simmentals lift Reserve In Overall Individual, and Pairs Interbreeds Backmuir Rambo 24 from Reece Andrew Simmers, Backmuir Farm, Keith, powered though a quality line up of Simmentals to [ ]
- [Simmentals the Continental Breed of Choice in Canada](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/project/simmentals-the-continental-breed-of-choice-in-canada/) - A commitment to genetic improvement and a focus on Calving ease, carcass traits and fertility, has seen Simmental become the continental breed of choice in Canada. Here Bruce Holmquist, the Canadian Simmental Association’s General manager, and a past President of the World Simmental Fleckvieh federation, gives us a terrific overview of the breed’s challenges and development to the present day.
- [28,000GNS KILBRIDE FARM PRINCE (PP) LEADS THE SIMMENTAL STIRLING TRADE AND TOPS THE ALL-BREEDS PRICES!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/28000gns-kilbride-farm-prince-pp-leads-the-simmental-stirling-trade-and-tops-the-all-breeds-prices/) - 28,000gns Kilbride Farm bull a joint NI Simmental record Top price also the record for a homozygous polled bull 19 bulls sell at 7000gns and over 49 bulls sold through the ring to £7434 The homozygous polled bull Kilbride Farm Prince 23 (PP) from WH Robson Sons, Doagh, Ballyclare, sold for 28,000gns to lead [ ]
- [Screen Stars Basic Polo Shirt](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/product/screen-stars-basic-polo-shirt/) - This is a variable product. Colours: Black, Forest Green, Navy, Red, Royal Blue, White Sizes: Small, Medium, Large, XL, 2XL, 3XL
- [NORTHERN IRELAND CLUB 50TH ANNIVERSARY SIMMENTAL SPECTACULAR PLANS UNVEILED](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/northern-ireland-club-50th-anniversary-simmental-spectacular-plans-unveiled/) - The Northern Ireland Simmental Cattle Breeders’ Club has announced details of a Simmental Spectacular to celebrate its 50th Anniversary. Scheduled to take place at Dungannon Farmers’ Mart on Friday 22nd October, the event is set to feature a show and sale of pedigree bulls, elite pedigree females, and a selection of crossbred weanling heifers. Announcing [ ]
- [DELFUR SUPERNOVA ‘LIGHTS UP’ THE SIMMENTALS AT 2025 LIVESCOT!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/delfur-supernova-lights-up-the-simmentals-at-2025-livescot/) - Delfur Supernova, Overall Champion Delfur Shakira Overall Reserve Champion Delfur Farms, Rothes, Aberlour, lit up a small but quality section of Simmentals to win both the Overall and Overall Reserve Championship at the 2025 Livescot event held on Friday 21st November at Lawrie Symington’s Lanark Agricultural Centre. Judging the Simmental section was Donal MacLean, [ ]
- [Perth Show and Sale](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/perth-show-sale/) - Simmentals lead the way at Perth Following an outstanding trade for Simmental cross breeding cattle the previous Friday, a good show of Simmental bulls at the United Auctions Perth Multi Breed sale on Monday 7th May 2007 held in conjunction with the British Simmental Society, attracted a huge interest from buyers from early in the [ ]
- [SWATRAGH SIMMENTAL TRADE PEAKS AT  3,700GNS](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/swatragh-simmental-trade-peaks-at-3700gns/) - There was a steady trade for pedigree and commercial cattle at the Northern Ireland Simmental Club’s evening show and sale, held at Swatragh Livestock Market. Prices peaked at 3,700gns, with auctioneer Stephen Redmond confirming that 10 bulls changed hands to level at £2,768 per head (83%), while four pedigree females topped at 2,600gns and averaged [ ]
- [Stirling May Sale](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/stirling-may-sale/) - The increasing demand for Simmental Bulls was further emphasised again at the Stirling May sale where the breed achieved a 92% clearance to an average of £4433 an increase of £1135 on last year. Judge for the day was Mr Stuart Grant, Druid Temple Farm, Inverness. Topping the trade at 8800gns a new record for [ ]
- [50th Anniversary Tie](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/product/50th-anniversary-tie/) - This is a variable product. Colour: Red
- [SIMPLY, AND STRATHISLA SIMMENTAL BULLS SOLD IN PRIVATE DEALS](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/simply-and-strathisla-simmental-bulls-sold-in-private-deals/) - Simply Peter Pan sold to the Wacton herd of RE SHW Steggles Strathisla Pentagon joins the Denizes herd of MA Barlow Sons The importance of the show circuit as a ‘shop window’ for breeders to promote top quality cattle has again been highlighted with the news that two high achieving Simmental bulls through [ ]
- [NATIONAL BEEF EVALUATION DATA SHOWS BRITISH SIMMENTAL ADVANTAGES IN AGE AT SLAUGHTER; REDUCED FINISHING COSTS; & ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/national-beef-evaluation-data-shows-british-simmental-advantages-in-age-at-slaughter-reduced-finishing-costs-environmental-impact/) - In a massive endorsement of British Simmental’s commercial abilities, data from AHDB’s National Beef Evaluations has confirmed that on average, calves by a Simmental sire finish 36 days earlier than those by continental sires and 46 days earlier than calves by native sires; Simmental sired calves can cost £72 less to finish; and that fast [ ]
- [WORCESTER MARKET IS CONFIRMED AS OUR NEW SPRING VENUE REPLACING BRISTOL.](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/worcester-market-is-confirmed-as-our-new-spring-venue-replacing-bristol/) - The inaugural sale will take place on Saturday 9th May 2015. £1000 in the form of 4X £250 Vouchers will be given to the 4 x top purchasers male/female of the day. Watch our website and press for more details.
- [‘TREMENDOUS’ BROOMBRAE DISPERSAL SALE TOPPED BY 8000GNS COWS & CALVES](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/tremendous-broombrae-dispersal-sale-topped-by-8000gns-cows-calves/) - 15 cows calves average £5474 2 In-calf heifers average £6,195 3 Maiden heifers average £5250 Sale grosses £110,250 Denizes Production Sale tops at 8000gns, 7000gns, and 6000gns Finishing with more than a flourish, the full and final Dispersal Sale of the Broombrae Simmental herd of Gordon Clark, Broombrae Farm, Auchtermuchty, Cupar, Fife met with [ ]
- [Join The Society](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/join-the-society/) - JOIN THE SOCIETYThe British Simmental Cattle Society provides a platform for the registration, promotion, and sale of pedigree Simmental cattle by breeders across the country. It’s a collective Society aim and purpose to engage with breeders, commercial producers, and all levels of the industry, to produce efficient, flexible and profitable beef cattle. If you’d like [ ]
- [‘MONEY MAKING’ SIMMENTALS AT UNITED AUCTIONS, STIRLING!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/money-making-simmentals-at-united-auctions-stirling/) - Today we move down to Stirling and to snapshot of commercial sales held there through August by United Auctions Livestock Auctioneers. Again showing their all-round added value, flexibility, and money making ability, Simmentals have featured strongly, and in depth, through these sales and topping store bullocks, store heifers, bulls, beef cows, and young bulls [ ]
- [Stirling February Bull Sales – 17th & 18th February 2019](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/stirling-february-bull-sales-17th-18th-february-2019/) - Judging the Stirling Spring pre-sale show was Mr Steven Sandison from Millburn Farm, Harray, Orkney. Topping the male trade on the day at 14,000gns was ISLAVALE ILLUSIVE 17, bred by Mr W S Stronach, Berryleys Farm, Grange, Keith, Banffshire, AB55 6LN. An ATLOW DIXON 12 EX 91 son, out of a CLONAGH A SUPER STAR [ ]
- [Royal Welsh Show Reports](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/show-reports/royal-welsh-show-reports/) - ROYAL WELSH SHOW REPORTS CategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategories 695 All 1 2026 Royal Welsh Show 1 2025 Royal Welsh Show 1 2024 Royal Welsh Show 1 2023 Royal Welsh Show 1 2022 Royal Welsh Shows 0 2021 Royal Welsh Shows 0 2020 Royal Welsh Shows 1 2019 Royal Welsh Shows 1 2018 Royal Welsh Shows 0 2017 Royal Welsh Shows Order By : Author Title Post ID Date Random Order : Asc Desc
- [SIMMENTALS BREEDING QUALITY FEMALE REPLACEMENTS, AND TOP QUALITY STORE CATTLE FOR THE MANSON FAMILY AT BRODIESHILL](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/simmentals-breeding-quality-female-replacements-and-top-quality-store-cattle-for-the-manson-family-at-brodieshill/) - Feature on Colin and Robert Manson, Brodieshill Farm, Alves, Forres and their 140 cow Simmental based suckler herd. The Mansons will welcome visitors this summer when they host a British Simmental Cattle Society Open Day at Brodieshill Farm on 8th July. Fact file1,100 acres inc 420 acres arable140 cow Simmental based suckler herd, split calving500 [ ]
- [11,000GNS ISLAVALE NIGHTRIDER LEADS ABERDEEN SIMMENTAL SALE](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/11000gns-islavale-nightrider-leads-aberdeen-simmental-sale/) - The May 2022 born Islavale Nightrider from Mr W S Stronach, Berryleys Farm, Grange, Keith made 11,000gns to lead the Simmental trade at the Royal Northern Spring Show Sale held at Thainstone Centre, Inverurie on Wednesday the 28th of February. Islavale Nightrider is by Coose Lincoln EX90, and is out of Islavale Faye VG88, a [ ]
- [THERE’S MORE TO SIMMENTAL: TOPPING COMMERCIAL SALES AT 34 MARKETS AROUND THE UK IN JANUARY 2025](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/theres-more-to-simmental-topping-commercial-sales-at-34-markets-around-the-uk-in-january-2025/) - THERE’S MORE TO SIMMENTAL: TOPPING COMMERCIAL SALES AT 34 MARKETS AROUND THE UK IN JANUARY 2025 ABERDEEN; BALLYMENA; THAME; ST BOSWELLS; DARLINGTON; HUNTLY; THIRSK; GISBURN; STIRLING; THIRSK; TRURO; AYR; HEXHAM; SALISBURY; MALTON; BROCKHOLES; CARLISLE; BAKEWELL; SWATRAGH; CASTLE DOUGLAS; WORCESTER; HALLWORTHY; EXETER; WHITLAND; DUMFRIES; FROME; PENRITH; MARKET DRAYTON; LANCASTER; DUNGANNON; OSWESTRY; MARKETHILL; HUNTLY; GISBURN. Beef prices [ ]
- [HEATHBROW KOKO STAR (P) WINS THE OVERALL SIMMENTAL SUPREME AT THE GREAT YORKSHIRE SHOW](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/heathbrow-koko-p-star-wins-the-overall-simmental-supreme-at-the-great-yorkshire-show/) - The April 2019 born heifer Heathbrow Koko Star (P) capped a memorable day for David Lesley Sapsed, High Heath Farm, Codicote, Hitchin, Herts when she was crowned the Overall Supreme Simmental Champion at the 2021 Great Yorkshire Show at Harrogate. Following her through to take the Overall Reserve was the Junior Champion Heathbrow Lavender [ ]
- [Scottish National Show – Kelso – 26th-27th July 2019 – Judge David Donnelly](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/scottish-national-show-kelso-26th-27th-july-2019/) - The morning of the show and you arrive at the ground unsure of where to go/who to meet and apprehensive and hopeful that at least the majority agree with your choices in the classes.With then a Champion probably a female, knowing my preference, going forward to represent the breed in the Interbreed.Well clearly nothing was [ ]
- [Carlisle Autumn Show and Sale](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/carlisle-autumn-show-sale/) - The Simmental Society Sale held at Carlisle on Friday 10th November 2006, in association with Harrison Hetherington, saw an increase of £158 on the year’s average to £1575 for 5 more bulls sold. Traditionally a smaller sale than that in the spring, there were limited numbers of buyers for the increased number forward. Top [ ]
- [Dungannon Spring Sale](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/dungannon-spring-sale09/) - Delight for William and Keith as Rehall herd tops Simmental Show and Sale Report by Robert Forde NI Club PRO Following on from a tremendous February Simmental sale at Perth, Northern Ireland Simmental Cattle Breeders Club members saw averages greatly increased at their Annual Spring Show and Sale in Dungannon Farmers Mart on Monday evening, [ ]
- [Simmental bulls to 3,400gns and heifers to 2,400gns at Dungannon](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/dungannon-oct12/) - Pedigree bulls reached a ceiling of 3,400gns in a selective trade at the Northern Ireland Simmental Cattle Breeders’ Club’s autumn show and sale, held at Dungannon Farmers’ Mart on 11th October. Topping the sale and setting a new herd record of 3,400gns was the March 2011 born Pointfarms Columbo, bred and exhibited by Frank and [ ]
- [Stirling February Bull Sale Report](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/stirling-february-bull-sale-report/) - Strong Commercial trade underpinned the spring Sale at Stirling judged by Mr John Rixon, Lopmede Farm, Thame, Oxford. With a clearance of 83% a clear indication the breed is increasing its share of the market. Topping the trade on the day was Kersknowe Dandy, a Starline Apollo son out of a Skerrington Top of The Pops [ ]
- [Perth Show and Sale](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/perth-show-sale-2/) - The Perth Sales saw Simmental show the greatest improvement of all the major breeds present, both in terms of the number of bulls sold and the quality of stock on offer. For all that, there would have been disappointment for a number of breeders as the whole week was significantly oversupplied. Congratulations are due to [ ]
- [Welsh National Show at Pembroke County Show. 13th-15th August 2019 – Judge, Mr J W May](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/welsh-national-show-at-pembroke-county-show-13th-15th-august-2019-judge-mr-j-w-may/) - Firstly, I would like to thank the Pembrokeshire Agricultural Society for asking me to judge. It was a great honour to be invited to judge the Welsh National Show of Simmentals.Senior Bull class – Shiloh Farm Forever Royal, stood alone, shown in his working clothes but moving freely around the ring. The January Bull class [ ]
- [PART ONE OF THREE!  SIMMENTALS TOPPING COMMERCIAL SALES AROUND THE UK](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/part-one-of-three-simmentals-topping-commercial-sales-around-the-uk/) - SEDGEMOOR; ABERDEEN; GISBURN; STIRLING; DUNGANNON; CARLISLE; MONMOUTHSHIRE; TRURO; AYR; SALISBURY; MARKET DRAYTON; LANARK; FROME; SKIPTON; OSWESTRY; BAKEWELL; PENRITH; SEDGEMOOR; THAME; BALLYMENA; EXETER; ST BOSWELLS; DARLINGTON; AND DALMALLY. In this latest set of market briefs, hard-working Simmental sired cattle are continuing to do the business and top store, prime, breeding, and calf sales around the UK. [ ]
- [PART TWO:  SIMMENTALS CONTINUING TO TOP COMMERCIAL SALES AT UK MARKETS THROUGHOUT OCTOBER](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/part-two-simmentals-continuing-to-top-commercial-sales-at-uk-markets-throughout-october/) - SIMMS TOPPING SALE SECTIONS AT ABERDEEN: BALLYMENA; HALLWORTHY; ASHFORD; DINGWALL; MARKETHILL; FROME; DUNGANNON; STIRLING; CARMARTHEN; MARKET DRAYTON; HOLSWORTHY; WOOLER; SALISBURY; AYR; LANARK; DUMFRIES; ANGLESEY; TRURO; CARLISLE; QUOYBRAE; PENRITH; CASTLE DOUGLAS; BENTHAM; THAME; EXETER; SHREWSBURY; SEDGEMOOR; BAKEWELL; SELBY; LANCASTER; MONMOUTHSHIRE; HOLMFIRTH A premium on efficiency continues to drive the increasing uptake of Simmental cattle by [ ]
- [20,000GNS GRANGEWOOD PLATINUM LEADS SIZZLING SIMMENTALS TO A RECORD TRADE AT CARLISLE!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/20000gns-grangewood-platinum-leads-sizzling-simmentals-to-a-record-trade-at-carlisle/) - 20,000gns Grangewood Platinum equals Simmental bull record in England New Simmental centre record average at Carlisle of £9788 (+£5,185) 7 bulls sell at 10,000gns or more 100% clearance of bulls Breed records tumbled again at Borderway Mart, Carlisle on Saturday 10th May as a sizzling Simmental trade was led by the 20,000gns Grangewood Platinum from [ ]
- [2024 Cornwall Club Report](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/cornwall-club-report-2/) - January The year began with the sad loss of one of our founder members Roger Pascoe. A great friend and enthusiast for our breed, Roger introduced many breeders to the art of show craft and encouraged everyone to enter shows and keep the cattle sections going. Simmental herds that have benefited from his advice include [ ]
- [CLONAGH REGAL FORTUNE WINS SIMMENTAL CHAMPIONSHIP AT 2024 ROYAL WELSH SHOW](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/clonagh-regal-fortune-wins-simmental-championship-at-2024-royal-welsh-show/) - Lynfield Precious N992 (P) places Overall Reserve Hallway Herd wins Pairs Title The January 2023 born heifer Clonagh Regal Fortune, owned jointly by Callum Croft of the Fforest herd, Gwalyrhwch Farm, Llanedi, Pontarddulais, Swansea, and Lizzie Harding of the Hallway herd, Cornerfields Farm, Uxbridge, Bucks, took the Overall Simmental Championship at the 2024 Royal Welsh [ ]
- [FROM CAITHNESS TO CORNWALL, SIMMENTALS TOPPING LIVESTOCK MARKETS AROUND THE UK!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/from-caithness-to-cornwall-simmentals-topping-livestock-markets-around-the-uk/) - SIMMENTALS TOPPING SALES AT: THAME; QUOYBRAE; BAKEWELL; RUGBY; ABERDEEN; LANCASTER; MALTON; GISBURN; FROME; MARKET DRAYTON; CARLISLE; STIRLING; DUNGANNON; LANARK; HOLMFIRTH; WORCESTER; EXETER; MELTON MOWBRAY; SKIPTON; DINGWALL; LOCKERBIE; HUNTLY; DUMFRIES; HOLSWORTHY; TRURO; SEDGEMOOR; OSWESTRY; AYR; NEWTON STEWART. A bumper set of Simmental market briefs covering May through to the first week of June sees Simmental [ ]
- [EFFICIENT, FLEXIBLE SIMMENTALS CONTINUING TO TOP LIVESTOCK SALES AROUND THE UK!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/efficient-flexible-simmentals-continuing-to-top-livestock-sales-around-the-uk/) - THE LATEST MARKET BRIEFS WITH SIMMENTAL SIRED CATTLE TOPPING SALES AT DARLINGTON; QUOYBRAE; STIRLING; FROME; LANCASTER; HALLWORTHY; GISBURN; LONGTOWN; TRURO; MARKET DRAYTON; LLANDOVERY; DUNGANNON; DINGWALL; MELTON MOWBRAY; HOLMFIRTH; LOCKERBIE; CARLISLE; WORCESTER; ABERDEEN; LANCASTER; ST BOSWELL; CARLISLE; OSWESTRY; BAKEWELL; DUMFRIES; HUNTLY; SEDGEMOOR; AYR Efficient and flexible, Simmentals complement all breeds; are easy calving maternal, milky [ ]
- [‘NITRO’ BLOWS AWAY THE COMPETITION AT THE WELSH PEDIGREE CALF SHOW](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/nitro-blows-away-the-competition-at-the-welsh-pedigree-calf-show/) - The Inaugural Welsh Multibreed Pedigree Beef Calf show was held at Carmarthen Livestock Market on Saturday 10th of December 2022. A great success, the show had 90 entries forward with 14 breeds represented and the Simmental classes saw 12 top notch entries. The days Simmental Supreme Champion, Male Champion and winner of the Wynnstay Group [ ]
- [28,000GNS ISLAVALE MAGNUM FIRES STIRLING SIMMENTAL BULL SALE TO A NEW BREED RECORD AVERAGE OF £7559, UP £1597 ON THE YEAR](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/28000gns-islavale-magnum-fires-stirling-simmental-bull-sale-to-a-new-breed-record-average-of-7559-up-1597-on-the-year/) - New Simmental Breed Record average of £7559 for 45 Bulls, and up by £1597 on the year Two Bulls over 20,000gns, with 10 bulls over 10,000gns in all, and 29 at 5,000gns and above Seven Islavale Bulls Average £13,500 Sale grosses £366,315 Springfield Heifer tops females at 6,000gns The March 2021 born Islavale Magnum from [ ]
- [LOST FARM SIMMENTAL HEIFER WITH CALF AT FOOT SELLS FOR £3100 AT ABERDEEN BREEDING CATTLE SALE](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/lost-farm-simmental-heifer-with-calf-at-foot-sells-for-3100-at-aberdeen-breeding-cattle-sale/) - • Simmental sired cattle lead the prices in a number of the sections • Craig Malone wins Perpetual Challenge Trophy for Champion Simmental Sired heifer • Rockytop pedigree Simmental bull makes 4000gns Simmental cattle were again firmly to the fore in the top prices and sections of the sale of 264 breeding cattle held at [ ]
- [BRANDANE MILLIE WINS OVERALL SIMMENTAL SUPREME, AND RESERVE INDIVIDUAL INTERBREED AT 2023 ROYAL WELSH](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/brandane-millie-wins-overall-simmental-supreme-and-reserve-individual-interbreed-at-2023-royal-welsh/) - It’s a summer that just keeps on giving for young Simmental breeder Finlay Soutter (17), Yew Tree Farm, Ashby De La Zouch, Leicestershire who won the Overall Simmental Supreme Championship before going on to place Overall Reserve Interbreed Supreme, on day one of the 2023 Royal Welsh Show at Llanellwedd Wells, Powys, Monday 24th July [ ]
- [SIMMENTALS PROVING THEIR ‘DUAL-PURPOSE’ QUALITIES AT MCNEE’S OVER FINLARG FARM](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/simmentals-proving-their-dual-purpose-qualities-at-mcnees-over-finlarg-farm/) - Farm feature on Robert Hazel McNee, Over Finlarg Farm, Tealing, Dundee who along with their children Kate Alan, are hosting the NSA Scotsheep 2022, and who run the Finlarg pedigree Simmental herd within their 740-acre unit. NSA Scotsheep 2022 hosts Robert and Hazel McNee have farmed Over Finlarg since 2011 and are well-known [ ]
- [SIMMENTALS MILK AND MATERNAL QUALITIES, COMBINED WITH MUSCLE, GROWTH, AND CARCASE TRAITS ADDING UP TO ESSENTIAL PROFIT!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/simmentals-milk-and-maternal-qualities-combined-with-muscle-growth-and-carcase-traits-adding-up-to-essential-profit/) - SIMMENTALS TOPPING COMMERCIAL MARKETS AT: THAINSTONE; HALLWORTHY; DUMFRIES; HOLSWORTHY; FROME; MARKET DRAYTON; TRURO; HEXHAM; QUOYBRAE; CARLISLE; SEDGEMOOR; LANCASTER; EXETER; BRECON; ST. BOSWELLS; SHREWSBURY; KILREA; LANARK; AND PENRITH. At Thainstone on 1st October, Aberdeen Northern Marts sold 989 store cattle. Bullocks (446) averaged 235p and sold to 272.7p per kg and £1,465 gross for a [ ]
- [Balmoral – Royal Ulster Show 16th May to 19th May 2018](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/balmoral-royal-ulster-show-16th-may-to-19th-may-2018/) - Judges Report, Bridget Borlase Firstly, I would like to thank the Royal Ulster Agricultural Society for inviting me to judge the Simmental classes at their 150th Centenary Show, it was a great honour and a privilege for me to do so. I was on my first visit to Balmoral Show and I have to say I [ ]
- [Perth Annual Spring Show and Sale of Simmental Bulls and Females](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/perth-spring09/) - SIMMENTALS HIT NEW BREED RECORD AVERAGE FOLLOWING HUGE SUPPORT FROM THE COMMERCIAL BUYERS Commercial buyers were to the fore, when the Simmentals at Perth saw a new breed record average of £4554, with an increased number sold and a 90% clearance at this week’s sale. The bulls followed the sound female trade of the previous [ ]
- [Perth Multibreed Sale](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/perth-may-2008/) - Simmentals’ prove popular again at Perth Both commercial and pedigree buyers gave the Simmental bulls at the Perth Multi breed sale, the thumbs up with an increased average of £412 on the previous year. Top price of the day went to Ian Green’s Corskie herd from Garmouth, Fochabers, when Corskie Teezer, a 21 month old [ ]
- [Carlisle Spring Sale](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/carlisle-spring-sale-3/) - A joint to price of 3600gns was achieved for the Champion Chesterman Titan, sold by N N Gwynne sold to DJA Davies, Wales. Chesterman Titan is sired by Gretna House Supersonic and out of Rosten Julie. Also at 3,600gns Derwentwood Tornado sold by N A Hunter sold to G L White, Howden. [ ]
- [Aberdeen & Northern Marts Spring sale 24th February 2016](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/aberdeen-northern-marts-spring-sale-24th-february-2016/) - 7 Bulls sold to an average of £3855 78% clearance. Topping the day’s trade was Reserve Overall Champion Corskie Fitzroy from WJ J Green, Corskie, Garmouth, Fochabers, Moray, IV32 7NN a Corskie Bowen 10 son, out of a Corskie Rhona daughter, selling for 6500gns to Mr Cormack. View fullsize CORSKIE FITZROY Second top at [ ]
- [Thirsk Show and Sale](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/thirsk-show-sale-3/) - 2 Bulls sold to a sales average of £1265.25 Top Price Bulls Name Vendor Purchaser Price Gns Highfield Redfus A F Warriner Mr F Jackson Whitby 1450.00 Lords Lot Jabot Mr A F Inman Mr D N Verity Ripon 960.00 23 Females sold to a sales average of £978.78 Top Price Females [ ]
- [Thainstone Sale](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/thainstone-sale-2012/) - The sales season’s fireworks continued at the Society sale at Thainstone on 29th February 2012. The Champion Bull Islavale Bailey, by Glenturk Premier from Mr W S Stronach, Berryleys Farm, Keith Aberdeenshire sold for 9000gns a centre record for Simmentals to Liam Muir, Upper Onston, Stenness Orkney. Reserve Champion Tillyeve Blockbuster, by Kilbride Farm Vernon [ ]
- [SIMMENTALS ARE WELL KNOWN FOR THEIR DOCILE, RELAXED MANNER](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/simmentals-are-well-known-for-their-docile-relaxed-manner/) - Simmentals are well known for their docile, relaxed manner and what better example than this picture taken at David Cornthwaite’s Balgray Hill Farm, Lockerbie, in the run up to the first part of his commercial herd dispersal sale successfully held last week.
- [IT’S A LOTTI ‘ROLLOVER’ AS KILLIWORGIE HEIFER WINS CLASS FOUR OF THE 2022 SIMMENTAL VIRTUAL SHOW](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/its-a-lotti-rollover-as-killiworgie-heifer-wins-class-four-of-the-2022-simmental-virtual-show/) - The 2022 Simmental Virtual Show is again proving to have a huge following and we are now delighted to announce the results for class four – Female, born on between 01/01/2020 – 31/07/2021. A big congratulations is due to Mr SA Gummow, Newquay, Cornwall, whose heifer calf Killiworgie Mirandas Lotti has been awarded the red [ ]
- [The Money Maker Breed In New Zeland](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/project/the-money-maker-breed-in-new-zeland/) - Simmental would be the third most popular beef breed in New Zealand behind Angus and Hereford and the number one European breed. The number and make up of Simmental breeders have changed dramatically over the years that Simmental has been in New Zealand. From many small/hobby breeders there are now fewer breeders but with larger herds and on a more commercial basis.
- [Other Show Reports](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/show-reports/other-show-reports/) - OTHER SHOW REPORTS CategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategories 695 All 0 2026 Other Shows 5 2025 Other Shows 6 2024 Other Shows 7 2023 Other Shows 10 2022 Other Shows 5 2021 Other Shows 0 2020 Other Shows 1 2019 Other Shows 0 2018 Other Shows 3 2017 Other Shows 6 2015 Other Shows 2 2016 Other Shows Order By : Author Title Post ID Date Random Order : Asc Desc
- [COLTFIELD AND ISLAVALE TAKE THE SIMMENTAL CHAMPIONSHIP HONOURS AT THE 2025 STARS OF THE FUTURE CALF SHOW!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/coltfield-and-islavale-take-the-simmental-championship-honours-at-the-2025-stars-of-the-future-calf-show/) - Coltfield Sister Sandra wins the Overall Junior Championship Islavale Rafferty lifts the Overall Senior Championship Tippetcraig wins the Junior Male Championship Bowhill Ruth takes the Senior Female Championship North East of Scotland based herds took the top Simmental Championship honours at the 2025 Stars of the Future Pedigree Calf Show, at United Auctions, Stirling, on [ ]
- [For producing quality beef the Simmental ticks all the boxes](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/for-producing-quality-beef-the-simmental-ticks-all-the-boxes/) - Dennis Mitchell runs the family business at Station Farm, Thursford, Fakenham in Norfolk on behalf of the Mitchell Partnership Family Trust, and trust is exactly what they have put in Simmental for many years. 120 Simmental cows are split into two calving groups, half from mid January until the end of March and the back-end [ ]
- [Young Members Trip 2016](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/young-members-gallery/young-members-trip-2016/) - YOUNG MEMBERS TRIP 2016 Pictures from the Young members trip to Norfolk
- [Stirling Multi-breed Sale – 6th May 2019](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/stirling-multi-breed-sale-6th-may-2019/) - Judging the Stirling Multi-breed pre-sale show was Mr James Wightman of the Coxhill herd. Topping the male trade on the day at 8,500gns was the Reserve Overall Champion, JAW INSTAGRAM 17, bred by John Maxwell, Jaw Farm, Fintry, Glasgow, G63 0XG. A WOODHALL FERRARI 14 son, out of a TILLYMAUD KATHY 27TH daughter, he was [ ]
- [LISGLASS AND HAYSTAR IN CHAMPIONSHIP WINNING FORM AT 2024 NI SIMMENTAL CLUB CALF SHOW!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/lisglass-and-haystar-in-championship-winning-form-at-2024-ni-simmental-club-calf-show/) - • Lisglass Heifer wins Senior Championship • Haystar Revolver lifts the Junior Championship Northern Ireland Simmental breeders were out in force at the fourth staging of the NI Club’s Annual Calf Show held on Saturday 30th November, at Ballymena Livestock Market. Fourteen breeders from around the province exhibited with a catalogue of close on fifty [ ]
- [SUPER SIMMENTALS AT NI ‘4 BREED CALF SHOW’](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/super-simmentals-at-ni-4-breed-calf-show/) - Ranfurly Nunez ET wins Senior Champion Breaghey Class P477 lifts Junior Champion There was a strong display of entries from Northern Ireland Simmental Club breeders at the ‘4 Breed Calf Show’ held in Dungannon Mart on 25th November. The breed was well represented with consignments from a number of leading NI herds on show throughout [ ]
- [QUALITY BREEDING FEMALE FAMILIES UNDERPIN PROLIFIC AUCHORACHAN SIMMENTALS](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/quality-breeding-female-families-unerpin-prolific-auchorachan-simmentals/) - Here we feature Michael Durno, who along with his wife Morag, and father Leslie, run the noted pedigree and commercial Auchorachan Simmental herd at Glenlivet, Ballindalloch, Banffshire. Whilst the type of cattle have changed over time to meet market demands, the basis of the cattle system at Auchorachan Farm in Glenlivet, has remained the same [ ]
- [PART THREE OF THREE!  SIMMENTALS TOPPING COMMERCIAL SALES AROUND THE UK](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/part-three-of-three-simmentals-topping-commercial-sales-around-the-uk/) - SEDGEMOOR; ABERDEEN; GISBURN; STIRLING; DUNGANNON; CARLISLE; MONMOUTHSHIRE; TRURO; AYR; SALISBURY; MARKET DRAYTON; LANARK; FROME; SKIPTON; OSWESTRY; BAKEWELL; PENRITH; SEDGEMOOR; THAME; BALLYMENA; EXETER; ST BOSWELLS; DARLINGTON; AND DALMALLY. Here is the final part of three posts covering Simmental cattle topping store, prime, breeding, and calf sales around the UK. Where they are not Simmental sired, many [ ]
- [<strong>BURY ST EDMUNDS BREEDER SETS 18,000GNS SIMMENTAL CENTRE RECORD AT CARLISLE SALE</strong>](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/bury-st-edmunds-breeder-sets-18000gns-simmental-centre-record-at-carlisle-sale/) - Records were broken when Jimmy Kath McMillan, Bradwell Ash, Bury St Edmunds, sold the in-calf pedigree Simmental heifer Brandane Lu Lu for 18,000gns to lead the second staging of the Simmental Next Generation Sale of females and weaned calves at Carlisle’s Borderway Mart on Friday 2nd December. The 18,000gns was a new Simmental breed [ ]
- [Simmental judging event at Hiltonstown herd on June 17](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/simmental-judging-event-at-hiltonstown-herd-on-june-17/) - All roads will lead to Portglenone on Tuesday evening June 17, for the Northern Ireland Simmental Cattle Breeders’ Club’s annual stockjudging competition and farm walk. Commencing at 7.00pm, the event will be hosted by the 25-cow Hiltonstown Herd owned by club chairman Richard Rodgers and family, at 13 Race Road, Portglenone, County Antrim, BT44 8EP. [ ]
- [Mens Henbury Classic Polo Shirt](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/product/mens-henbury-classic-polo-shirt/) - This is a variable product. Colours: Black, Forest Green, Navy, Red, Royal Blue, White Sizes: Small, Medium, Large, XL, 2XL
- [PRINCESS LUMI IS CROWNED CHAMPION AT THE GREAT YORKSHIRE SHOW](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/princess-lumi-is-crowned-champion-at-the-great-yorkshire-show/) - Congratulations to Messrs J H and V G Wood, Dutton, Lancashire, who were awarded the British Simmental breed championship title at the Great Yorkshire show last week, with their April 2020-born heifer Popes Princess Lumi, who had previously topped the Heifer born in 2020 class. Sired by the popular AI bull Team Celtic 11, she [ ]
- [Sale Dates](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/sale-dates/) - FOR 2026 BSCS SALE DATES Stirling Bull Sales 16th Thainstone sale 25th Dungannon 27th Swatragh, NI 1st Stirling Multi breed 4th Carlisle Multibreed 9th Welshpool 21st Swatragh Elite Heifers NI 9th Stirling 19th TBC Next Generation Sale (Carlisle) 11th
- [SYMA](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/syma/) - SIMMENTAL YOUNG MEMBERS ASSOCIATIONSYMA LOOKING TO BUILD A SIMMENTAL FUTURE In 2024, Simmental Young Members were again very much to the fore again throughout the Simmental year and playing an active and very visible part at Society sales, summer shows, and major events. Perhaps a highlight of the year was the Young Members Weekend held in [ ]
- [MELODY HITS THE TOP NOTE AT THE ROYAL WELSH SHOW](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/melody-hits-the-top-note-at-the-royal-welsh-show/) - The Simmental judging has taken place at Builth Wells this morning and our Judge and Society treasurer Chris Martindale of the Forsdale Simmenal herd has chosen his winners. Our Royal Welsh show supreme and female champion is the February 2021-born Gwili Melody 2. Exhibited by Callum Croft, Pontarddulais, Swansea and bred by Mr M K [ ]
- [Young Members Trip 2017](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/young-members-gallery/young-members-trip-2017/) - YOUNG MEMBERS TRIP 2017 Pictures from the Young members trip to Lancashire
- [Young Members Weekend](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/young-members-weekend/) - 2025 Simmental Young Members Weekend2025 BSCS YOUNG MEMBERS WEEKEND IN SCOTLAND 1ST 3RD AUGUST In another exciting announcement, first notice is given that the 2025 BSCS Young Members Weekend will be held in Perth, Scotland between 1st 3rd August. Following the success of the event in Northern Ireland, the 2025 weekend will follow [ ]
- [Commercial Adverts](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/commercial-adverts/) - COMMERCIAL ADVERTS
- [STRONG SHOW OF SIMMENTALS ‘SHINE BRIGHTLY’ AT STARS OF THE FUTURE](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/strong-show-of-simmentals-shine-brightly-at-stars-of-the-future/) - Islavale win Overall Reserve Overall Senior, Reserve Junior FemaleAnnick Memphis wins Overall Junior, Junior Continental InterbreedBlackford wins Joe Watson Memorial Pairs Islavale Viva 8, Overall Senior Champion The Islavale herd of Mr WS Stronach, Berryleys Farm, Grange, Keith, and the Annick herd of Mr LD Quarm, Holehouse Farm, By Irvine, Ayrshire took [ ]
- [56,000GNS HEMINGFORD BULL SETS NEW UK & EUROPEAN SIMMENTAL RECORD AT STIRLING!!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/56000gns-hemingford-bull-sets-new-uk-european-simmental-record-at-stirling/) - 94 SIMMENTAL BULLS SMASH THE BREED RECORD AVERAGE TO SET NEW MARK OF £9,832, UP £2,334 ON THE YEAR • 56,000gns a new UK, European record for a Simmental bull • Commercial producers buying bulls up to £20k • Four bulls sell at 20,000gns and over • 26 bulls in all sell for 10,000gns [ ]
- [South Western Suckled Calf Association Show & Sale](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/south-western-suckled-calf-association-show-sale/) - The show sale is on Tuesday 25th October. Click here for more information.
- [Stirling Bull Sales 14th & 15th February 2016](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/stirling-bull-sales-14th-15th-february-2016-5/) - Overall Male Champion LOT 300 DERRYCALLAGHAN FIREWORKS from Mr H C Stubbs A A Burleigh Reserve Overall Male Champion LOT 217 KILBRIDE FARM FOREMAN from W H Robson
- [Dungannon Sale Reports](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/sale-reports/dungannon-sale-reports/) - Dungannon SALE REPORTS CategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategories 695 All 1 2026 Dungannon Sales 1 2025 Dungannon Sales 1 2024 Dungannon Sales 1 2023 Dungannon Sales 2 2022 Dungannon Sales 3 2021 Dungannon Sales 2 2020 Dungannon Sales 3 2019 Dungannon Sales 0 20
- [OMORGA HEIFERS DELIVER A ONE-TWO IN THE SECOND CLASS OF THE 2021 VIRTUAL SHOW!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/omorga-heifers-deliver-a-one-two-in-the-second-class-of-the-2021-virtual-show/) - The results for the Second Class of the 2021 Virtual Simmental Show are now in, and with a massive 92 entries you certainly gave our judge Ross King of the Wolfstar herd, plenty to think about! Huge congratulations go to the Omorga herd of Mr H J W J C Moore, who have placed [ ]
- [A WIN FOR MIXBURY HALL AS LUCINDA LEADS THE SIMMENTAL VIRTUAL SHOW COW CLASS!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/a-win-for-mixbury-hall-as-lucinda-leads-the-simmental-virtual-show-cow-class/) - Another week, and another top Simmental Virtual Show class. It was the turn of the ladies and some tremendous Simmental cows featured in Class Six – Cow in milk, any age. A mighty sixty cows in all and showing all of the Simmental milk and maternal qualities that you would expect and which the breed [ ]
- [Stirling Sale](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/stirling-sale/) - Judge: Bridget Borlase of Perrywood Simmentals Many records were broken at Perth at Stirling Bull Sales on 20th February 2012. A breed record average of £6236 was achieved with 119 bulls sold with a 83% clearance, this increased the average from last year up to £1827 for a further 9 more bulls sold. There were [ ]
- [Benson Hall Farm](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/project/benson-hall-farm/) - Snap shot feature of the Ladds family at Benson Hall Farm, Kendal, Cumbria where the versatility of the Simmental is adding £200-£300 per calf.
- [CORNWALL CLUB REPORT](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/cornwall-club-report/) - 2023 got off to a slow start for club events, however, members and commercial breeders continued to break records in the store and suckler calf rings throughout the spring. Market reports and the promotion of the Simmental’s green credentials led to a buoyant trade at the breeding sales. February Steph Hooper and David Reeves “Tregnether” [ ]
- [CORSKIE NAITRIN SECURES CLASS TWO OF THE 2023 BRITISH SIMMENTAL VIRTUAL SHOW!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/corskie-naitrin-secures-class-two-of-the-2023-british-simmental-virtual-show/) - We are delighted to announce the results for Class Two Heifer calf, born on or after 1st August 2022. Congratulations go to Corskie herd of WJ J Green, Corskie, Garmouth, Moray whose October 2022 born heifer Corskie Naitrin has been awarded first place. Naitrin is sired by Drumagarner Hughes 16 and is out [ ]
- [PART THREE OF THREE: SIMMENTALS TOPPING COMMERCIAL SALES AT 34 LIVESTOCK MARKETS AROUND THE UK!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/part-three-of-three-simmentals-topping-commercial-sales-at-34-livestock-markets-around-the-uk/) - SALISBURY; RUGBY; THAINSTONE; FROME; EXETER; HALLWORTHY; THIRSK; BENTHAM; PRESTON; SEDGEMOOR; HOLMFIRTH; CARLISLE; LOCKERBIE; BALLYMENA; LANARK; CASTLE DOUGLAS; HUNTLY; LUDLOW; CROOKLANDS; ST BOSWELL; GISBURN; MELTON MOWBRAY; DUNGANNON; DINGWALL; TRURO; AYR; SHREWSBURY; DUMFRIES; QUOYBRAE; DARLINGTON; WHITLAND; MARKET DRAYTON; SKIPTON; AND MONMOUTHSHIRE Hard-working Simmental sired cattle continuing to do the business in store, prime, breeding, and calf sales [ ]
- [NORTHERN IRISH SIMMENTALS EXPORTED TO REPEAT CUSTOMERS IN SWITZERLAND AND GERMANY](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/northern-irish-simmentals-exported-to-repeat-customers-in-switzerland-and-germany/) - Sales from the Slievenagh; Omorga; and Hiltonstown herds The New Year is off to a good start for three Simmental herds located in counties Antrim and Tyrone, Northern Ireland, with the export of two cows and calves, five heifers, and one young bull to breeders in Switzerland and Germany. The deal featuring the Slievenagh, Omorga [ ]
- [Young Members Gallery](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/young-members-gallery/) - YOUNG MEMBERS GALLERYStock judging at the Kilbride Farm herd of W H Robson Sons, Kilbride Farm, Doagh, Ballyclare, Co Antrim, a visit to the NI Simmental National Show at Antrim Show, a visit to the Hiltonstown herd of Richard Rhys Rodgers, Portglenone a visit to the Ballinalare Farm herd of Joe [ ]
- [Dungannon Sale, 29th March 2019](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/dungannon-sale-29th-march-2019/) - Cow and calf leads Dungannon Simmental sale at 4,200gns Bulls to 3,300gns and 3,200gns as average climbs by £248 A cow with heifer calf at foot claimed the top price of 4,200gns at the British Simmental Cattle Society’s show and sale, held at Dungannon Farmers’ Mart. The September 2012 Castlemount Modesty was bred by Duncan [ ]
- [ENGLISH WINTER FAIR 2015 – NATIONAL PEDIGREE CALF SHOW](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/english-winter-fair-2015-national-pedigree-calf-show/) - Judge Ms G Houliston Overall Champion Champion Heifer Calf Sterling Barcardi s Gigi Boddington Estates Ltd Reserve Overall Champion Champion Bull Calf Sterling Gino 15 Boddington Estates Ltd Reserve Champion Bull Calf Eaton Fantastic 14 AJ SD Heath Reserve Champion Heifer Calf Eaton Gamegirl [ ]
- [The second Welsh Club sale at Welshpool Market on 19th May 2011](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/welshpool-may11/) - Top price at £4410 was overall Champion, Chestermann Alun, born November 2009, a son of Blackford Ringleader, from N N Gwynne, Rhosddu, Crymych, Pembs and purchased by Mr Mercer, Bowley Court Farms, Hereford. Reserve Champion, Dolwen Alwyn from B R L Jones of Dolwen Abergele sold for 3400gns to AP L M Day of [ ]
- [DELFUR NIFTY WINS OVERALL INDIVIDUAL PEDIGREE INTERBREED AT LIVESCOT](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/delfur-nifty-wins-overall-individual-pedigree-interbreed-at-livescot/) - • Delfur Nifty and Delfur Weigela N12 win Reserve Interbreed Pairs In what was a ‘fantastic Friday’ for Delfur Farms, Rothes, Aberlour, the November 2022 born Simmental heifer Delfur Nifty won the Simmental Championship and the Overall Individual Interbreed on the opening evening of the Scottish National Fatstock Club’s Livescot Pedigree Calf Show on Friday [ ]
- [BACKMUIR SIMMENTAL WINS SENIOR INTERBREED AT STARS OF THE FUTURE CALF SHOW!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/backmuir-simmental-wins-senior-interbreed-at-stars-of-the-future-calf-show/) - • Annick Lucia’s Nicosia wins Simmental Senior Championship and Overall Senior Interbreed• Islavale Peaches wins Simmental Junior Championship• Finlay Soutter wins Senior Young Handler Championship It’s a massive well done to Reece Andrew Simmers, Backmuir Farm, Keith, Banffshire, who won the Simmental Overall Senior Championship before going on to win the Overall Senior Interbreed [ ]
- [Welsh Club Report](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/welsh-club-report/) - Our AGM was held later than usual in June, with Meirion Jones elected as club chairman, Huw James as vice chairman and Helen Price as club secretary and Chris Walters as treasurer. We thanked our past chairman Aled Davies for his work over the years. We swiftly moved onto the Royal Welsh Show in July, where [ ]
- [AUCHORACHAN NEPTUNE ’ON A DIFFERENT PLANET’ AS HE WINS CLASS THREE OF THE 2023 BRITISH SIMMENTAL VIRTUAL SHOW COMPETITION](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/auchorachan-neptune-on-a-different-planet-as-he-wins-class-three-of-the-2023-british-simmental-virtual-show-competition/) - Thank you for all the feedback on this year’s 2023 Simmental Virtual Show and we are delighted that you are enjoying it! Today is ‘big reveal’ number three and the announcement of the results for Bulls born on or between 01/01/2021 31/07/2022. It’s a big congratulations to D R Durno Sons, Auchorachan [ ]
- [Agri Expo Calf Show Results](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/agri-expo-calf-show-results/) - Class 1: Bull born on or between 01.08.16 and 15.09.16 Sponsored by Mole Country Stores 1st Thursford Hero D Lowry 2nd Blackpool Harper D Loftus 3rd Chestermann Heston N N Gwynne Class 2: Bull born on or between 16.09.16 and 31.12.16 Sponsored by Dugdale Nutrition 1st Castlegwynne Huw [ ]
- [Lisglass herd secures Ivomec Super pairs title – Fermanagh County Show 2016](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/lisglass-herd-secures-ivomec-super-pairs-title-fermanagh-county-show-2016/) - Lisglass herd secures Ivomec Super pairs title Ballyclare Simmental breeders Leslie and Christopher Weatherup were triumphant in the 2016 Ivomec Super Pair of the Year competition, held at Fermanagh County Show. The father and son team exhibited the September 2014 born heifers Lisglass Fabulous and Lisglass Felicity. They qualified at Balmoral Show and are home-bred [ ]
- [‘MONEY MAKING’ SIMMENTALS DOING THE BUSINESS AT MARKETS AROUND THE UK IN DECEMBER](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/part-one-of-two-money-making-simmentals-doing-the-business-at-markets-around-the-uk-in-december/) - SIMMENTALS TOPPING SALES AT: ABERDEEN; BAKEWELL; DINGWALL; DUMFRIES; SEDGEMOOR; EXETER; GISBURN; STIRLING; CARLISLE; MONMOUTHSHIRE; SKIPTON; MELTON MOWBRAY; TRURO; HEXHAM; THAME; HUNTLY; LONGTOWN; CROOKLANDS; DUNGANNON; MALTON; SALISBURY; MARKET DRAYTON; DALMALLY; WHITLAND; THIRSK; CARMARTHEN; BALLYMENA; AYR; LANARK; SWATRAGH; AND DARLINGTON. Renowned for its maternal qualities the Simmental breed, through SRUC AHDB’s National Beef Evaluations, has evidenced [ ]
- [Caps](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/product/caps/) - This is a variable product. Colours: Beige Peak, Forest Green, Navy, Red Peak
- [Worcester Sale report – 28th September 2019](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/worcester-sale-report-28th-september-2019/) - Topping the male trade on the day at 3,800gns was GRANGEWOOD JUMBO 18, bred by Mr Mrs AS YA Leedham, Pickering. A GRANGEWOOD DAMASCUS 12 son, out of a GRETNA HOUSE SUPERSONIC’S daughter. Purchased by D Evans Son, Anglesey Second top price, selling for 3,150gns was BLACKFRIAR JACKPOT 18, bred by Greyhound [ ]
- [New Forest & Hampshire County Show – 30th July – 1st August 2019](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/new-forest-hampshire-county-show-30th-july-1st-august-2019/) - DATE: 30th July to 1st August 2019 JUDGE: Mr D Mills CLASS POSITION NAME OF ANIMAL SIRE DAM EXHIBITOR Overall Champion SWAY HECTOR 16 SWAY DRUMMER BOY 12 SWAY ROSY POSY MR MRS S L BLOMFIELD Reserve Overall Champion SWAY SWEET CHESTNUT OIDIPUS VODNANSKY SWAY GINGERNUT MR MRS S L [ ]
- [Newark Multi Breed Sale](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/newark-multi-breed-sale/) - A strong commercial demand underpinned trade at the Multi Breed Event at Newark Livestock Market, which saw a top price of 5000gns for the Male and Overall Simmental champion. Sale leader and coming through as champion Simmental under judge Brian Wise was Burghbridge Bradley from Otley based Charles Clarke by Brinkton Major and out of [ ]
- [Semen For Sale](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/semen-for-sale/) - SEMEN FOR SALEPEDIGREE BULL LEVY SEMEN (ROYALTY) SCHEMEClick the link to see the bulls registered under the Society’s Bull Levy Semen (Royalty) Scheme. The scheme enables semen from a bull to be sold for both pedigree and commercial use at a standard price. The bull owner can set a levy price over and above the [ ]
- [Open Days & Farm Walks](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/open-days-farm-walks/) - OPEN DAYS FARM WALKSSimmental Farm Open days in 2023 A big part of forward breed promotion for the Simmental Society in association with regional clubs, will be to hold a series of Farm Open Days at venues, commercial and pedigree, across the UK and where you can see the breed in action. Kicking this [ ]
- [Simmental Pair of the Year to be crowned at Enniskillen](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/simmental-pair-of-the-year-to-be-crowned-at-enniskillen/) - The countdown is on as Simmental breeders from across the province prepare for the final of the 2014 Ivomec Super Pair of the Year competition. Generously sponsored by Merial Animal Health, the competition is now in its ninth year, and will reach a climax at Fermanagh County Show next Wednesday (August 6). Breeders have been [ ]
- [Perth Annual Spring Show and Sale of Bulls and Females](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/perth-spring2009/) - Commercial buyers back Simmental With a record equalling 22000gns and an average of £4,083 for the 113 bulls sold, there was a positive feeling around the sale ring following the outstanding 100% clearance on the female sale the previous evening. The commercial buyers once again stood by the breeding ability of the Simmental and were [ ]
- [SIMMENTALS TOPPING SALES AT 27 AUCTION MARTS AROUND THE UK IN AUGUST!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/simmentals-topping-sales-at-27-auction-marts-around-the-uk-in-august/) - SIMMENTALS TOP SALES AT: ABERDEEN; STIRLING; EXETER; FROME; OSWESTRY; TRURO; AYR; MELTON MOWBRAY; CARLISLE; SEDGEMOOR; PENRITH; GISBURN; HEXHAM; LANCASTER; HOLSWORTHY; MARKET DRAYTON; PRESTON; LANARK; LANCASTER; BAKEWELL; HALLWORTHY; DINGWALL; WORCESTER; LONGTOWN; DUMFRIES; DUNGANNON; AND SKIPTON There’s more to Simmental. Beef producers are keying in on the efficiencies and value that Simmental genetics can deliver. The Simmental’s [ ]
- [ADDED VALUE SIMMENTALS TOPPING MARKETS AROUND THE UK AND INCLUDING AT:](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/added-value-simmentals-topping-markets-around-the-uk-and-including-at/) - THAINSTONE; BALLYMENA; STIRLING; CARLISLE; FROME; SKIPTON; TRURO; SEDGEMOOR; AYR; PRESTON; SALISBURY; DALMALLY; GISBURN; EXETER; LUDLOW; MARKET DRAYTON; DUNGANNON Some soaring trades for all classes of cattle at livestock markets around the UK and with Simmental cattle to the fore. In the first of three parts here we look at just some of the Simmental [ ]
- [DENIZES BULL IS THE ‘FULL MONTY’ AT STIRLING SIMMENTAL PRE-SALE SHOW](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/its-a-championship-date-for-matchmaker-at-stirling/) - The atmosphere is growing at Stirling, with the Simmental show taking place this afternoon, judged by Chris Martindale, of the Forsdale herd, St Martins, Shropshire. The crowning glory went to the Supreme male and senior champion Denizes Monty 21 from MA Barlow Sons, Leyland, Lancashire. No stranger to the showring, this January 2021-born bull [ ]
- [VALE ROYAL ANNIE TAKES TOP SPOT OF CLASS SIX OF THE 2023 BRITISH SIMMENTAL VIRTUAL SHOW COMPETITION!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/vale-royal-annie-takes-top-spot-of-class-six-of-the-2023-british-simmental-virtual-show-competition/) - It s ‘big reveal’ number six of the 2023 Simmental Virtual Show and the announcement of the results for the class of Cow in milk, any age, and with an incredible 92 animals entered from around the UK. It’s a huge congratulations to James Arnold, Little Budworth whose February 2012 born cow VALE ROYAL ANNIE has [ ]
- [DRUMCLOG, AND BOWHILL THE SIMMENTAL ‘STARS’ AT STIRLING](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/drumclog-and-bowhill-the-simmental-stars-at-stirling/) - DRUMCLOG, AND BOWHILL THE SIMMENTAL ‘STARS’ AT STIRLING Drumclog Richard takes the Junior honours Bowhill Petal wins Senior Championship Jim Goldie Jnr wins the Young Handler Championship! First time ‘big winners’ was the name of the game at Stirling as the Bowhill and Drumclog herds, took the Simmental Championships at the prestigious Stars of the [ ]
- [Ludlow Sale](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/ludlow-sale-2008/) - Judge: Mr S Evans 5 Bulls sold to a sales average of £1869 3 Females sold to a sales average of £1323 Judge: Mr S Evans 5 Bulls sold to a sales average of £1869 Prize Lot No Name Vendor Purchaser Price Gns Champion 15 Sterling Tomahawk 2nd Mr S R Hitchins Mr C M [ ]
- [NEWBIEMAINS PIPPA PICKS UP ‘BIG WIN’ IN VIRTUAL SHOW CLASS OF 113 SIMMENTAL HEIFERS!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/newbiemains-pippa-picks-up-big-win-in-virtual-show-class-of-113-simmental-heifers/) - It’s that time of the week and the second big reveal of this year’s Simmental Virtual Show, with the results for Class Two Heifer Calf born on or after 1st August 2023. First of all can we extend a massive thank you to everyone who entered this class and which saw a mighty 113 [ ]
- [‘THE MOTHER OF ALL BEEF BREEDS’](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/the-mother-of-all-beef-breeds/) - STIRLING FEBRUARY BULL SALES 14TH 15TH FEBRUARY 2016 SALE REPORT The breed saw tremendous trade at the Spring sale at Stirling on Monday 15th February, the pre sale show on Sunday was judged by Gary Christie, Birchfield, Glass, Huntly, Aberdeenshire, AB54 4XS. 122 Bulls sold through the ring to average £5675, an increase of [ ]
- [Ballymena Show to host  Simmental heifer derby](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/ballymena-show-to-host-simmental-heifer-derby/) - The NI Simmental Cattle Breeders’ Club has announced that its Woodcraft Kitchens (Kilrea) Junior Heifer Derby will take place at Ballymena Show on Saturday 28th May. Open to heifers born in 2015, the heifer derby carries a total prize fund of £400, and will be judged by Tony O’Leary from the noted Seaview Herd based [ ]
- [2024 Scottish Club Report](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/2024-scottish-club-report/) - 2024 started with the AGM Bruce Lambie, Patricia Goldie and Gareth ward retired from the committee thank you to you all. Jim Dyet was re-elected as chairman with Jonathan Gunn re-elected as vice chairman. Joanne Smith Billy Kirk were elected to the committee. Stock judging training day The first event of the year [ ]
- [Hazelden Dispersal](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/hazelden-dispesal/) - View catalogue Dispersal sale of the Hazelden herd will take place on 30th August 2014. Below are a number of videos of the herd. Catalogue available shortly. Click on the links below to view videos. Stock Bull: Kyleston Demonarator Stock Bull: Skerrington Dynasty Stock Bull: Hazelden Dynasty Stock Bull: Grangewood Brandon Freshly calved cows [ ]
- [Young Members Trip 2018 – NI Stockjudging Results](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/young-members-trip-2018-ni-stockjudging-results-1/) - Team Junior Third Emma Aimee Stronach Second Molly Bradley Cara Moore (not pictured here) First Jonny McCammond Gary McCammond Team Senior Second Heather Duff Harry Houldey First Zara Andrew Clarke Individual Junior Third Gary McCammond Second- Jonny McCammond First Molly Bradley Individual Senior [ ]
- [Stirling Spring Sale – February 2011](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/stirling-spring-2011/) - 110 Bulls sold to a sales average of £4409.00. 39 Females sold to a sales average of £2266.92 Spring Sale at Stirling held at United Auctions 21st February 2011, the Judge was Mr Stuart Stronach SNR from Berrylees, Keith (Islavale Herd). A strong commercial based trade led to a clearance of 78% which remains the [ ]
- [Junior Stockjudging Training Day](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/junior-stockjudging-training-day/) - Dargill Farm, Crieff, Perthshire by kind permission of Mr J. McLaren
- [Carlisle Spring Sale – 12th April 2019](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/carlisle-spring-sale-12th-april-2019/) - Judging the Carlisle spring sale at Harrison and Hetherington, was David Loftus from the Blackpool herd, Mount Farm, Singleton, Blackpool. FY6 8LG. Topping the trade on the day at 4,000 gns was lot 10, the Male and Overall Champion, DENIZES INVICTUS 17, bred by MA Barlow, Four Oaks, Leyland, Lancashire, PR26 8LT. A DERRYCALLAGHAN ERNEST [ ]
- [DELFUR WEIGELA N12 IS CROWNED THE 2024 BRITISH SIMMENTAL VIRTUAL SHOW SUPREME CHAMPION](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/delfur-weigela-n12-is-crowned-the-2024-british-simmental-virtual-show-supreme-champion/) - October 2022 born heifer Delfur Weigela N12 wins Overall Supreme Champion Newbiemains Prague places Overall Reserve 2024 competition sees 457 entries, up by 26 on the year, over six classes Delfur Weigela N12, the October 2022 born heifer from Delfur Farms, Rothes, Aberlour is this year’s winner of the 2024 British Simmental Virtual Show. The [ ]
- [2021 ‘VIRTUAL’ SIMMENTAL SHOW IS UNDERWAY, CLASS ONE IS OPEN!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/2021-virtual-simmental-show-is-underway-class-one-is-open/) - Here we go again! The 2021 ‘Virtual’ Simmental Show is now officially underway. Please send in your photos for the first class, Autumn born bull calf, born between 1st July 2020 and 31st December 2020.
- [POPES PRINCESS LUMI ‘SHINES BRIGHTLY’ TO WIN ENGLISH SIMMENTAL NATIONAL SHOW AT THE ROYAL NORFOLK!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/popes-princess-lumi-shines-brightly-to-win-english-simmental-national-show-at-the-royal-norfolk/) - Denizes Nugget takes Overall Simmental Reserve Supreme Brandane Savannah wins Simmental Junior Championship Popes Princess Lumi and Denizes Nugget win Overall Interbreed Pairs Denizes Nugget wins Overall Reserve Interbreed, and Male Continental Interbreed Popes Princess Lumi Reserve Female Continental Interbreed Simmentals place Reserve in Interbreed Team of Five Simmentals also Reserve in Interbreed Group of [ ]
- [BLACKPOOL SIMMENTALS SELL TO £5000](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/blackpool-simmentals-sell-to-5000/) - • Stock bull to £5000• Cows calves top at £3150• In-calf heifers to £3050• Yearling heifers to £2000 In front of a busy ringside, pedigree Simmentals sold to a solid trade and topped at £5000 at the reduction sale, held due to ill health, of the Blackpool herd of David Loftus, Mount Farm, Carr [ ]
- [The Dairy Farm Meriden](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/project/the-dairy-farm-meriden/) - We visit the Beaty brothers, Tom and Adam together with Adam’s daughter Charlie, at the Dairy Farm, Meriden, Coventry, who are finding their low maintenance grading up Simmental herd is future fit and complementing an extensive regenerative farming system.
- [7000GNS RANFURLY BEAUTY 13TH K2 LEADS STRONG SIMMENTAL DEMAND AT RANFURLY AND BALLINALARE PRODUCTION SALE](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/7000gns-ranfurly-beauty-13th-k2-leads-strong-simmental-demand-at-ranfurly-and-ballinalare-production-sale/) - Ranfurly Beauty 13th K2 tops the trade at 7000gns Eleven lots make 4000gns and more 18 Ranfurly animals average £4243.75 Top price from Ballinalare herd makes 4900gns Animals sold to Scotland, England, Wales, Republic of Ireland, N Ireland The much anticipated third production sale from the Ranfurly and Ballinalare pedigree Simmental herds, held on [ ]
- [THIS WEEK’S MARKET BRIEFS SEES SIMMENTAL CATTLE DOING THE BUSINESS](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/this-weeks-market-briefs-sees-simmental-cattle-doing-the-business/) - We kick off this week with the sale of prime cattle on 21st June at Exeter, which saw well finished prime cattle from David Slade of Chagford lead the gross trade with his 630kg Simmental heifer rising to 221ppk and £1389. Further quality Simmental bred heifers from Andrew and George Palk of Paignton ran to 211, 209 and 207ppk with one at 574kg realising £1173.
- [Lisglass hat-trick at Lurgan Show](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/lisglass-hat-trick-at-lurgan-show/) - By Julie Hazelton The father and son team of Leslie and Christopher Weatherup from Ballyclare, celebrated success in the Simmental section at Lurgan’s Centenary Show on Saturday 2nd June. The County Antrim duo scored a hat-trick, claiming the female and supreme overall Simmental championship ribbons, as well as top honours in the Woodcraft Kitchens (Kilrea) [ ]
- [SIMMENTAL: THE COMMERCIAL BREED YOU CAN BANK ON](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/simmental-the-commercial-breed-you-can-bank-on/) - SIMMENTAL MARKET BRIEFS: SIMMENTAL CATTLE TOPPING COMMERCIAL SALES AT ABERDEEN; DUMFRIES; FORT WILLIAM; CARLISLE; SHREWSBURY; DARLINGTON; HOLMFIRTH; QUOYBRAE; DINGWALL; STIRLING; AND HUNTLY At Aberdeen Northern Marts sale of cast cows, bulls and prime cattle on behalf of Shetland consignors on Thursday 16th September, beef cows Sold to 143.5p per kg for a 634kg Simmental [ ]
- [Balmoral venue for inaugural calf fair and beef expo on November 14](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/balmoral-venue-for-inaugural-calf-fair-and-beef-expo-on-november-14/) - The Balmoral Showgrounds in Belfast is set to stage a multi-breed beef calf show and industry forum on Saturday 14th November. Billed as the first of its kind in Ireland, the one-day show will be known as Pedigree Calf Fair @ Beef NI Expo 2015, and is organised in partnership with the Livestock and Meat [ ]
- [Neogen acquires Igenity from Merial](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/neogen-acquires-igenity-from-merial/) - Neogen Corporation has purchased from Merial Limited, all of the assets of the Igenity® Cattle Genomics Business, effective on May 1, 2012. Igenity products and services will be integrated into our GeneSeek Europe office, located within Neogen Europe Limited, based in Ayr, Scotland over the next few weeks. As one of our valued customers, we [ ]
- [COMMERCIAL PRODUCERS SHOWING BIG INTEREST IN BRITISH SIMMENTAL AT NBA BEEF EXPO, DARLINGTON](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/commercial-producers-showing-big-interest-in-british-simmental-at-nba-beef-expo-darlington/) - Busy day at NBA Beef Expo at Darlington yesterday talking to commercial farmers enquiring about Simmental bulls and breeding females. See the video here of BSCS Council member John Barlow talking to local commercial man Charles Parker about the breed and the Simmental cattle on the Society’s stand. Rounding off a good day the Society’s [ ]
- [Welsh Simmental Club – Herd Competition Results 2024](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/welsh-simmental-club-herd-competition-results-2024/) - Best Cow Calf 1st Callum Croft 2nd Anthony Davies 3rd Aled Evans Best Stock Bull 1st Dafydd Jones 2nd Meurig Williams 3rd Anthony Davies Best Pedigree Calf 1st Wyn Jenkins 2nd Debbie Cumming 3rd Chris Waters Best Cross Bred Calf 1st Dafydd Jones 2nd Andrew Cleo Thomas Jones 3rd Wil Helen Price [ ]
- [Stirling Bull sales 14th & 15th February 2016](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/stirling-bull-sales-14th-15th-february-2016-3/) - Intermediate Champion LOT 217 KILBRIDE FARM FOREMAN from W H Robson Reserve Intermediate LOT 232 KILBRIDE FARM FEARLESS from W H Robson
- [Stirling Bull Sales 14th & 15th February 2016](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/stirling-bull-sales-14th-15th-february-2016-2/) - Senior Champion LOT 163 ISLAVALE FERRARI from Mr W S Stronach. Reserve Senior Champion LOT 193 KNOCKREAGH FEGGY from Val Conrad Fegan.
- [Stirling Bull sales 14th & 15th February 2016](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/lh34vbwooeobbj990yl7d8jd9tjars/) - Group of Three went to KILBRIDE FARM Well done to everyone lots of luck for the sale tomorrow. Females to start at 10.30am, followed by the complete Adult portion of the Broombrae herd (Mr G Clark), followed by the bulls at 1pm.
- [SYMA – Young Members Trip 15-19 August 2015](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/syma-young-members-trip-15-19-august-2015/) - Sat 15th Arrive at Cardiff Airport Picked up by Coach Travel to Brian and Kitty Raymond, Bennant Herd late afternoon for herd visit and welcome BBQ. Then travel to Premier Inn Haverfordwest.
- [SIMMENTAL TRIPLE CHARM: DENIZES TRIXIE BELLE AND HER TRIPLETS REIGN SUPREME AT 2025 GREAT YORKSHIRE!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/simmental-triple-charm-denizes-trixie-belle-and-her-triplets-reign-supreme-at-2025-great-yorkshire/) - Denizes Trixie Belle wins Overall Individual Supreme Interbreed Simmental Wins Interbreed Team of Four Super Simmentals sizzled in the sun at the 2025 Great Yorkshire Show at Harrogate, 8th – 11th July, with the breed lifting the blue riband Interbreed Overall Individual Beef Supreme, and also the Interbreed Beef Team of Four. Leading from the [ ]
- [BRITISH SIMMENTAL ANNOUNCES EXCITING NEW ‘NEXT GENERATION’ SALE FIXTURE TO BE HELD AT CARLISLE IN DECEMBER 2021](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/british-simmental-announces-exciting-new-next-generation-sale-fixture-to-be-held-at-carlisle-in-december-2021-2/) - BRITISH SIMMENTAL ANNOUNCES EXCITING NEW ‘NEXT GENERATION’ SALE FIXTURE TO BE HELD AT CARLISLE IN DECEMBER 2021 The British Simmental Cattle Society has announced an exciting new sale fixture to be held at Harrison Hetherington’s Borderway Mart, Carlisle on 3rd December this year. Titled as the Simmental ‘Next Generation’ Sale, the new fixture will [ ]
- [CZECH MATE’, NEWBIEMAINS PRAGUE WINS THE 2024 BRITISH SIMMENTAL VIRTUAL SHOW MALE CHAMPIONSHIP](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/czech-mate-newbiemains-prague-wins-the-2024-british-simmental-virtual-show-male-championship/) - Take a bow the Goldie family, Newbie Mains Farm, Annan who have won this year’s Male Championship with their February 2023 born Newbiemains Prague. Newbiemains Prague initially won Class Three Bull born on or between 01/01/2022 31/07/2023, which comprised of 76 entries, and was judged by Simon Key, who runs the noted Key [ ]
- [Timetable of Events](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/timetable-of-events/) - Thursday 2nd December Arrival of Stock 11.00am – 3.00pmInspection 3.00pm – 5.00pmPreview of Sale Cattle 5.00pm – 7.00pmHospitality will be served from 5.30pm – 7.00pm Friday 3rd December Judging 9.30amSale 11.30am
- [2024 Centre West Club Herd Competition Results](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/2024-centre-west-club-herd-competition-results/) - Judge Mrs J Borlase Best Group of Maiden heifers Bowley – Mr C M Mercer Best Crop of In-calf heifers Chapman David Bush Best Stock Bull Bowley Jackson – Mr C Mercer Best Cow family Auroch Emma – Mrs J M Cockerill Best Calf Born 2024 Chapman Knapweed’s Rowan David Bush Judges Special [ ]
- [ROCKYTOP ‘HARD TO STOP’ IN CLASS SEVEN OF THE 2021 SIMMENTAL VIRTUAL SHOW](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/rockytop-hard-to-stop-in-class-seven-of-the-2021-simmental-virtual-show/) - A mighty well done goes to Gary and Angela Christie of the Rockytop herd, Glass, Huntly who have scooped the honours in Class 7 of the 2021 Virtual Simmental Show with Rockytop Luca. May 2020 born, Rockytop Luca is entirely homebred being sired by Rockytop I’m Yer Man and out of Rockytop Champagne’s Irma. For [ ]
- [8800GNS ISLAVALE LUXOR LEADS NEW RECORD STIRLING SIMMENTAL MAY SALE AVERAGE](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/8800gns-islavale-luxor-leads-new-record-stirling-simmental-may-sale-average/) - • Stirling Simmental May Average of £5632, up by £287 • 25 bulls sell, up by 4 on the year, with an 81% clearance • 13 bulls make 5000gns and over The strong commercial demand for pedigree Simmental bulls continued at the Stirling Simmental Sale on Monday 2nd May at United Auctions Stirling Agricultural Centre [ ]
- [BRITISH SIMMENTAL BULL, SIMPLY PETER PAN, TAKES SILVER IN 2024 CHAMPION OF EUROPE](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/british-simmental-bull-simply-peter-pan-takes-silver-in-2024-champion-of-europe/) - Backmuir take Bronze in 2024 Simmental Miss Europe The results are in and British Simmental genetics are again to the fore in this year’s online 2024 Simmental Championship of Europe, taking silver in the Overall Champion of Europe, and bronze in the Simmental Miss Europe competition. An increasingly high profile competition, the European Championship is [ ]
- [CADE MAVERICK SELLS FOR 5200GNS AT MELTON MOWBRAY](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/cade-maverick-sells-for-5200gns-at-melton-mowbray/) - The January 2021 born Cade Maverick from PA SM Cade, Paddock Farm, Buckden, East Anglia, sold for 5200gns when being the first bull in the ring at the Melton Mowbray Multi Breed Sale held on Saturday 26th March at Melton Mowbray Livestock Market. Cade Maverick is the first calf to be offered for sale from the [ ]
- [10,000GNS ROMA DREAMER 2ND LEADS ROMA SIMMENTAL DISPERSAL SALE](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/10000gns-roma-dreamer-2nd-leads-roma-simmental-dispersal-sale/) - • Lisglass Gladioluf and Roma Legend 20 sell as an outfit also at 10,000gns• Roma Destiny and her twin bull calves sell for a collective 8000gns• Sale grosses £155,080 for the 46 lots sold Roma Dreamer 2nd sold for 10,000gns to lead the Dispersal Sale of the Roma Simmental herd of Roy Weatherup, Romavale, Ashybank, [ ]
- [CHRIS MARTINDALE ELECTED AS THE 28TH BRITISH SIMMENTAL PRESIDENT](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/chris-martindale-elected-as-the-28th-british-simmental-president/) - Shropshire-based breeder Chris Martindale has been elected as President of the British Simmental Cattle Society (BSCS) following the Society’s Annual General Meeting held recently in Stirling at the October Bull Sales. Having served as a Council Member since 2021, he takes over from Norman Robson, Kilbride Farm, Ballyclare who had served as President for a [ ]
- [8000GNS DENIZES MATILDA 6TH TOPS HERD PRODUCTION SALE](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/8000gns-denizes-matilda-6th-tops-herd-production-sale/) - Bringing a busy Simmental Sale day to a close on Monday 21st October at Stirling, was the Production Sale from the 80-cow Denizes herd of MA Barlow Sons, Four Oaks, Ulnes, Nr Leyland Lancashire that saw highlight prices of 8000gns, 7000gns, and 6000gns. Topping the sale, and with the 8000gns joint leading female price [ ]
- [MILLY IS IN THE MIX FOR MIXBURY HALL IN YOUNG HEIFER CLASS](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/milly-is-in-the-mix-for-mixbury-hall-in-young-heifer-class/) - Congratulations to VC Bailey, Mixbury Hall Farm, Mixbury, Brackley, Northants who has taken 1st Place in Class 6 of the Virtual Simmental Show, Spring born heifer calf, in a Class of 100 entries. The January 2021 born Mixbury Hall Milly, is by Tilbrook Frank, who also topped the Senior bull class in this year’s Virtual [ ]
- [£10,200 INCHEOCH PATRICK (PP) TOPS STRONG SIMMENTAL TRADE AT WORKING GENES BULL SALE!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/10200-incheoch-patrick-pp-tops-strong-simmental-trade-at-working-genes-bull-sale/) - 7 Simmental bulls make £7000 and over 14 Simmental bulls average £6586 The Working Genes production sale from the McGowan family at Incheoch, Perthshire met a keen trade for an entire clearance, and with a strong demand and average for the Simmental bulls offered. Topping the trade at £10,200 was the dark red, homozygous polled [ ]
- [SIMMENTAL FEMALES IN DEMAND AS RANFURLY LEADS PRODUCTION SALE AT 8000GNS](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/simmental-females-in-demand-as-ranfurly-leads-production-sale-at-8000gns/) - Five animals make 5000gns and over Ranfurly maiden heifers average £4646 Joint sale grosses £128, 416 There was a strong demand for Simmental females with prices reaching a top of 8,000gns at the fourth joint production sale from the noted Ballinalare Farm herd of Joe Alan Wilson, Newry, County Down, and the noted Ranfurly [ ]
- [DELFUR WEIGELA N12 IS CROWNED THE 2024 BRITISH SIMMENTAL VIRTUAL SHOW SUPREME CHAMPION!!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/delfur-weigela-is-crowned-the-2024-british-simmental-virtual-show-supreme-champion/) - It’s been another fantastic Simmental Virtual Show and we are delighted to crown the 2024 Overall Supreme Champion who is Delfur Weigela N12 the October 2022 born heifer from Delfur Farms, Rothes, Aberlour. A massive well done to Delfur Farms, and to herd manager Garry Patterson. Weigela N12 has had to do it the hard way, [ ]
- [BACKMUIR CROWNED ‘KING’ IN CLASS FIVE OF THE 2024 SIMMENTAL VIRTUAL SHOW!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/backmuir-crowned-king-in-class-five-of-the-2024-simmental-virtual-show/) - It’s the turn of the big boys for this week’s ‘Big Reveal’ and the results for Class Five of the 2024 Simmental Virtual Show, for Bull born before 1st January 2022. Once again we’ve had another top entry of 26 for this class and featuring bulls with plenty of length, good lines, and a natural [ ]
- [ANGWELHA FANTASTIC PIPPA WINS INTERBREED BEEF CHAMPIONSHIP AT 2024 STITHIANS SHOW](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/angwhella-fantastic-pippa-wins-interbreed-beef-championship-at-2024-stithians-show/) - • Angwelha Fantastic Pippa wins Overall Simmental Championship • Bosahan Nova Georgia Cruz places Reserve Overall • Simmentals Reserve in Interbreed Team of Three Simmentals shone through the persistent rain at the 190th Stithians Show, Truro, Cornwall on Monday 15th July. See here the report from the Cornwall Simmental Club, and with the day’s Champion, [ ]
- [POPES PRINCESS NOOR CROWNED SIMMENTAL CHAMPION AT 2024 GREAT YORKSHIRE SHOW!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/popes-princess-noor-crowned-simmental-champion-at-2024-great-yorkshire-show/) - • Popes Premier takes Male Championship The April 2022 born in-calf heifer Popes Princess Noor from Jimmy Vikki Wood, Popes Farm, Preston, Lancashire swept all before her to lift the 2024 Simmental Supreme Championship on day one of the 2024 Great Yorkshire Show, Harrogate on Wednesday 10th July. From a small but quality entry [ ]
- [PART TWO OF THREE!  SIMMENTALS TOPPING COMMERCIAL SALES AROUND THE UK](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/part-two-of-three-simmentals-topping-commercial-sales-around-the-uk/) - SEDGEMOOR; ABERDEEN; GISBURN; STIRLING; DUNGANNON; CARLISLE; MONMOUTHSHIRE; TRURO; AYR; SALISBURY; MARKET DRAYTON; LANARK; FROME; SKIPTON; OSWESTRY; BAKEWELL; PENRITH; SEDGEMOOR; THAME; BALLYMENA; EXETER; ST BOSWELLS; DARLINGTON; AND DALMALLY. In this latest set of market briefs, hard-working Simmental sired cattle are continuing to do the business and top store, prime, breeding, and calf sales around the UK. [ ]
- [BACKMUIR WIN OVERALL INDIVIDUAL INTERBREED AT 2024 ROYAL HIGHLAND AFTER SECURING THIRD CONSECUTIVE SIMMENTAL CHAMPIONSHIP!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/backmuir-win-overall-individual-interbreed-at-2024-royal-highland-after-securing-third-consecutive-simmental-championship/) - • Super Simmental Saturday Sees The Breed Win Overall Individual, And Junior Interbreed Titles! • Delfur Nifty Wins Junior Interbreed Championship, a first for the breed • Backmuir win third consecutive Simmental Championship • Corskie Namenco Takes Overall Reserve • Simmental Places Overall Reserve in Interbreed Team of Four • Delfur Nifty and Delfur Number1 [ ]
- [‘HARD WORKING, NO NONSENSE’ SIMMENTALS TOPPING SALES AT MARKETS AROUND THE UK AND INCLUDING AT:](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/hard-working-no-nonsense-simmentals-topping-sales-at-markets-around-the-uk-and-including-at/) - LONGTOWN; SHREWSBURY; AYR; HEXHAM; MELTON MOWBRAY; CASTLE DOUGLAS; GISBURN; THAINSTONE; SALISBURY; DINGWALL; DUNGANNON; LANARK; WHITLAND; STIRLING; BAKEWELL; THAINSTONE; HUNTLY; FROME; AND CARLISLEIt’s the third and final part of Simmental Market briefs for February further highlighting the Simmental breed doing the business for commercial beef producers around the UK. Analysis of AHDB’s National Beef Evaluation (NBE) [ ]
- [BARLOWS AIM TO BREED THE BEST SIMMENTALS](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/barlows-aim-to-breed-the-best/) - In the run up to the February 2024 Stirling Simmental Bull Sale please see here a feature on the Denizes Herd of Michael John Barlow, Nr Leyland, Lancashire who have a team of five bulls entered. The feature was first published in the Scottish Farmer and is reproduced with their kind permission. Focusing on [ ]
- [BRITISH SIMMENTAL NXTGEN III CATALOGUE](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/british-simmental-nxtgen-iii-catalogue/) - The catalogue for the Next Generation III Sale of Simmental females and weaned calves on 1st December is now out! Please click here to view.
- [BOSAHAN PALOMA ESTELLE (P) WINS INTERBREED OVERALL SUPREME AT CORNWALL PEDIGREE BEEF CALF SHOW!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/bosahan-paloma-estelle-p-wins-interbreed-overall-supreme-at-cornwall-pedigree-beef-calf-show/) - Bosahan Nightfall (P) wins Senior Calf Continental Championship. It’s a huge well done to John and Bridget Olds, Bosahan Farm, Falmouth, Cornwall, who prevailed over some seventy calves representing eight breeds, to win the Overall Supreme Championship at the Cornwall Pedigree Beef Calf Show with their stylish heifer calf Bosahan Paloma Estelle (P). For good [ ]
- [DELFUR LIFTS A ‘NIFTY’ CHAMPIONSHIP ONE-TWO AT THE BORDERWAY SIMMENTAL YOUNGSTOCK SHOW!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/delfur-lifts-a-nifty-championship-one-two-at-the-borderway-simmental-youngstock-show/) - • Delfur double up in the Overall Junior Championships• Springfield take Senior Championship and Overall Reserve• 60 Simmentals entered at Youngstock Show Following hard on the heels of a record breaking sale day at Stirling, Simmental breeders turned their attention just four days later to the Simmental Youngstock Show hosted by the North West [ ]
- [46,000GNS OVERHILL HOUSE NEO LEADS THE WAY AT RECORD BREAKING STIRLING SIMMENTAL SALE!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/46000gns-overhill-house-neo-leads-the-way-at-record-breaking-stirling-simmental-sale/) - • 46,000gns is a new UK breed record for a Simmental bull sold at auction• 53 bulls (+8) average £7594, up by £36 on the year, and a new breed record sale average• Simmental only breed to sell more bulls on the year• 12 bulls sell for 10,000gns and more, as bull sale grosses £422,606 [ ]
- [SIMMENTALS CONTINUING TO TOP SALES AT MARKETS AROUND THE UK!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/simmentals-continuing-to-top-sales-at-markets-around-the-uk/) - SIMMENTALS LEADING SALE SECTIONS AT: ABERDEEN; SKIPTON; CARLISLE; DUNGANNON; OSWESTRY; DINGWALL; PRESTON; AYR; PENRITH; RUGBY; TIREE; FROME; HALLWORTHY; LANARK; DUMFRIES; SEDGEMOOR; EXETER; STIRLING; MELTON MOWBRAY; TRURO; THIRSK; SKIPTON; WHITLAND; HUNTLY; LONGTOWN; AND WORCESTER. It’s a cost-conscious industry and beef producers continue to future-proof their herds and key in on the efficiencies and value that Simmental [ ]
- [SIMMENTAL BULL CORSKIE NUTMEG SOLD IN PRIVATE DEAL FOR £32,000 TO THE DENIZES HERD](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/simmental-bull-corskie-nutmeg-sold-in-private-deal-for-32000-to-the-denizes-herd/) - • £32,000 is the second highest price paid for a Simmental bull in the UK Corskie Nutmeg, the January 2022 born Simmental bull from WJ J Green, Corskie, Garmouth, Fochabers has been sold privately for £32,000 to the Denizes herd of MA Barlow Sons, Ulnes, Nr Leyland, Lancashire. At this year’s Royal Highland [ ]
- [VALE ROYAL ANNIE WINS THE FEMALE CHAMPIONSHIP IN THE 2023 SIMMENTAL VIRTUAL SHOW!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/vale-royal-annie-wins-the-female-championship-in-the-2023-simmental-virtual-show/) - Today’s the day and we have the first of the three ‘big Championship reveals’ of the 2023 Simmental Virtual Show. It’s a massive well done to James Arnold, Tarporley, Cheshire who has won this years’ Female Championship with his eleven-year-old cow VALE ROYAL ANNIE! February 2012 born, Vale Royal Annie is by Hockenhull Matthew and [ ]
- [‘STAND OUT’ BALLINALARE FARM NIKITA WINS THE 2023 NI SIMMENTAL NATIONAL SHOW!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/stand-out-ballinalare-farm-nikita-wins-the-2023-ni-simmental-national-show/) - • Coolcran Heidi’s Noreen takes Overall Reserve• Champion and Reserve sired by Saltire Impressive The maiden heifer Ballinalare Farm Nikita from Mr J Mr A Wilson, Newry, Co Down continued her fine showing summer when winning the 2023 NI Simmental National Show Overall Supreme Championship on Saturday 22nd July, held within the Randox Antrim [ ]
- [POPES PRINCESS IMMIE LIFTS BEEF SUPREME INTERBREED AS SUPER SIMMENTALS ‘WIN BIG’ AT 2023 GREAT YORKSHIRE SHOW!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/popes-princess-immie-lifts-beef-supreme-interbreed-as-super-simmentals-win-big-at-2023-great-yorkshire-show/) - • Popes Princess Immie Wins Beef Overall Supreme Interbreed• Heathbrow Natasha lifts Overall Junior Beef Interbreed• Heathbrow Nationwide; Heathbrow Natasha; Popes Princess Noor; and Williams Ellie’s Nelly win Overall Junior Interbreed Team Super Simmentals stole the headlines on day two of the 2023 Great Yorkshire Show at Harrogate as the breed secured a memorable hat-trick [ ]
- [WILLIAM, PRINCE OF WALES PRESENTS ROYAL NORFOLK YOUNG HANDLERS TROPHY TO SIMMENTAL BREEDER FINLAY SOUTTER (17)](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/william-prince-of-wales-presents-royal-norfolk-young-handlers-trophy-to-simmental-breeder-finlay-soutter-17/) - It was a day to remember for young Simmental breeder Finlay Soutter (17), Yew Tree Farm, Ashby De La Zouch, Leicestershire who carried all before him to win the Royal Norfolk’s prestigious Young Handler competition on the second day of the show on Thursday 29th June. Presenting the trophy to Finlay, in front of a [ ]
- [Stirling Autumn Sale – 22,000 Breed Record equalled](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/stirling-oct11/) - Commercial trade led to a tremendously high clearance of top quality bulls with 38 selling for over 5,000gns. The Simmental breed has the ability to cross with any other breed to produce top quality milky replacements and also have the terminal abilities and DLWG that can match any other breed. The driving of health within [ ]
- [WROXALL SIMMENTAL COW & CALF SELLS TO 6000GNS AT WORCESTER](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/wroxall-simmental-cow-calf-sells-to-6000gns-at-worcester/) - The genuine reduction of the noted Wroxall Simmental herd of CH Evans Son, Kington Grange Farm, Claverdon, Warwickshire saw a more than solid trade throughout gross just over £120,000 for the 32 cows forward with calves at foot, along with five cows in calf, and three in-calf heifers. Leading the way at a combined [ ]
- [16,000GNS OVERHILL HOUSE NEIL LEADS RECORD SIMMENTAL MAY SALE AVERAGE AT STIRLING](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/16000gns-overhill-house-neil-leads-record-simmental-may-sale-average-at-stirling/) - • 24 bulls sell to average £5828, up by £195, and a new Stirling May Sale record average.• Two bulls sell at over 10,000gns with eleven at 5000gns and more.• 16,000gns leads the all-breeds prices at Stirling• 16,000gns the top Simmental price, and top all-breeds price, at a May Stirling Sale Following up his Supreme [ ]
- [LISGLASS BULL SELLS TO 3,500GNS AT DUNGANNON SIMMENTAL SALE](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/lisglass-bull-sells-to-3500gns-at-dungannon-simmental-sale/) - Simmental bulls sold to a top of 3,500gns at the British Simmental Cattle Society’s regional show and sale, held at Dungannon Farmers’ Mart on Friday 25th March. Sale leader was the first prize winning Lisglass Leo TSI+77 SRI+90, bred by the father and son team of Leslie and Christopher Weatherup, Ballyclare. Sired by Islavale Frontier, [ ]
- [SPRINGFIELD IN ‘MAJOR’ WIN AT BORDERWAY AGRI EXPO SIMMENTAL CALF SHOW](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/springfield-in-major-win-at-borderway-agri-expo-simmental-calf-show/) - Denizes Monty takes the Reserve Overall Beanhill Leon wins Senior Championship Newbiemains Leonidas takes Reserve Senior Championship The bull calf Springfield Major 21 from Gavin Brown, Springfield Farm, Penicuik, Midlothian took the top honours when winning the Overall Championship and at the 2021 Simmental Calf Show at the Borderway Agri Expo held on Friday 29th [ ]
- [Stirling May Sale report](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/stirling-may-sale-report/) - The Stirling May Sale was held on Monday 7th May 2018 and the pre-sale show on the 6th May was judged by Mr Christopher Boyd of Slievenagh Farm, 78 Ballynafie Road, Portglenone, County Antrim BT44 8DQ. Topping the day s trade at 6500gns was Kersknowe Heirloom 16, bred by Mr J Jeffrey, Kersknowe, Kelso, Roxburghshire TD5 [ ]
- [Royal Highland Show –  20th to 23rd June 2019](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/royal-highland-show/) - Corskie Disco from WJ J Green won the RHS 2019 Championship
- [ALASDAIR HOUSTON](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/alasdair-houston/) - The British Simmental Cattle Society has been deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Alasdair Houston, MBE, DL, FRAgS, of Gretna Green, earlier this week.
- [STOP PRESS: DRUMSLEED HIVY 16 TAKES THE SIMMENTAL HONOURS AT 2021 ROYAL HIGHLAND SHOWCASE](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/stop-press-drumsleed-hivy-16-takes-the-simmental-honours-at-2021-royal-highland-showcase/) - Drumsleed Hivy 16 from Mr G W Smith, Drumsleed, Fordoun, Laurencekirk, has won the Simmental Overall Championship at the 2021 Royal Highland Showcase held at Ingliston today, Tuesday 15th June.
- [Northern Ireland National Show, Omagh 6th July 2019](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/northern-ireland-national-show-omagh-6th-july-2019/) - Judges Report, Michael Barlow A big thank you to the Northern Ireland Simmental Club for inviting me to judge their National Show, the weather came with me! To start with we had a cow doing what they do best with a superb calf at foot. A young cow with plenty of character that moved well, and not overdone, Ranfurly Weikel 18th H2 later became Female [ ]
- [KILBRIDE FARM 50TH ANNIVERSARY PREMIER HEIFER SALE](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/kilbride-farm-50th-anniversary-premier-heifer-sale/) - 2021 sees the golden anniversary of the highly noted Kilbride Farm Simmental herd of WH Robson Sons, Doagh, Ballyclare, County Antrim.
- [Stirling October Bull Sales 20th – 22nd October 2019 – Sale Report](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/stirling-october-bull-sales-20th-22nd-october-2019-sale-report/) - Judging the Stirling Autumn pre-sale show was Mr Adrian Ivory of Strathisla Farms, Moolies, Meigle, Blairgowrie, Perthshire. Topping the trade on the day at 15,000gns was the Reserve Junior Champion, ISLAVALE JACKPOT 18, bred by W S Stronach, Berryleys Farm, Grange, Keith, Banffshire. A CORSKIE HIGHLANDER 16 EX 92 son, out of a CURAHEEN BANDIT [ ]
- [Newark Sale 10th March 2018 – Sale Report](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/newark-sale-10th-march-2018-sale-report/) - The pre-sale show was judged by Ian Willison of Williamwood Farm, Warsop Vale, Mansfield, Nottinghamshire NG20 8XR. Topping the trade on the day at 3800gns was the Female Champion Reserve Overall Champion Heathbrow Indigo, bred by D A L A Sapsed, High Heath Farm, Codicote, Hitchin, Hertfordshire SG4 8SZ. A Heathbrow Grandslam 15 [ ]
- [BALGRAY HILL SIMMENTAL FEMALES WITH CALVES AT FOOT SELL TO £2550](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/balgray-hill-simmental-females-with-calves-at-foot-sell-to-2550/) - The first part of the dispersal sale of DR Cornthwaite, Balgray Hill, Lockerbie, held today, Tuesday 22nd June, at Harrison Hetherington’s Lockerbie Mart saw Simmental cows and heifers with calves at foot sell to a top of £2550
- [ASHLAND LAD LEADS DUNGANNON SIMMENTAL SALE AT 5,600GNS](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/ashland-lad-leads-dungannon-simmental-sale-at-5600gns/) - Simmental bulls sold to a top of 5,600gns at the breed society’s spring sale, hosted by Dungannon Farmers’ Mart. Securing the day’s leading bid was the much-admired Ashland Lad bred by father and son duo Pat and Frank Kelly from Tempo, County Fermanagh. Almost fifteen-months, he was one of the youngest bulls in the catalogue, [ ]
- [SIMMENTALS TOPPING COMMERCIAL SALES](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/simmentals-topping-commercial-sales/) - In our second market briefs report in the week, Simmental cattle continue to perform well up and down the length of the UK’s commercial markets. We kick off this week at Aberdeen and Northern Marts sale of 360 store cattle, young bulls and young and weaned calves held on 25th June.
- [FIRST CLASS OF THE 2021 ‘VIRTUAL’ BRITISH SIMMENTAL SHOW OPENS THIS WEEK!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/first-class-of-the-2021-virtual-british-simmental-show-opens-this-week/) - Back by highly popular demand, the 2021 ‘Virtual’ British Simmental Show gets underway this week! One of the highlights of the 2020 year for members, and for the ever-growing audience watching online around the world
- [Royal Welsh Show  – 22nd to 25th July 2019](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/royal-welsh-show-judges-report-david-donnelly/) - Sacombe Dandelion-Oma, Interbreed Beef Champion from Mr Mrs P B J A Borlase
- [WELLBRAY SIMMENTAL BULL SELLS TO 3,500GNS AT DUNGANNON](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/wellbray-simmental-bull-sells-to-3500gns-at-dungannon/) - Breed average increases by £516 A small entry of pedigree bulls sold to a top of 3,500gns at the Northern Ireland Simmental Club’s autumn sale, hosted by Dungannon Farmers’ Mart on Friday, 23rd October. The sale, generously sponsored by Bimeda, saw four bulls sell to average £2,861 each – an increase of £516 on this [ ]
- [CADE KOLOSSAL LEADS MELTON MOWBRAY SIMMENTAL SALE AT 3000GNS](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/cade-kolossal-leads-melton-mowbray-simmental-sale-at-3000gns/) - Cade Kolossal 19 (P) from Paul Cade, Paddock Farm, Buckden, East Anglia sold for 3000gns to lead the small Simmental entry at the Melton Mowbray Multibreed pedigree sale held on Saturday 27th March 2021. July 2019 born, Cade Kolossal is by Heathbrow Impulse 17 (P), and is out of Dirnanean Abba who is described as [ ]
- [Carlisle & Leading Ladies Sale Report – 20th April 2018](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/carlisle-leading-ladies-sale-report-20th-april-2018/) - The Carlisle Spring sale which included the Leading Ladies was judged by Stewart Stronach Jr of Maisley, Keith, Banffshire. Topping the day’s trade at 3800gns was the Overall Male Champion Corskie Hadden 16 from Mr W J J Green of Corskie, Garmouth, Fochabers, Moray, IV32 7NN. He was sired by the 40,000gns bull Bel [ ]
- [Promotional Items 2014](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/promotional-items-2014/) - We have recently updated our promotional items for 2014. Click here to view the full range or contact the office for further details.
- [7000GNS GRANGEWOOD KEEGAN LEADS THE DEMAND FOR SIMMENTAL BULLS AT WORCESTER](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/7000gns-grangewood-keegan-leads-the-demand-for-simmental-bulls-at-worcester/) - Grangewood Keegan 19 from Mr Mrs AS YA Leedham, Rowan Farm, Lockton, Pickering, North Yorks, sold for 7000gns to lead a strong demand for bulls at the British Simmental Cattle Society’s Worcester Sale held at McCartneys Worcester Livestock Market on Saturday 1st May.
- [Bristol Annual Sale of Simmental Bulls and Females](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/bristol-spring-2011/) - 15 bulls sold to average £2576.00 with an 83% clearance Strong demand for bulls was evident at the Annual Spring show sale, at Bristol on Thursday 14th April 2011, which was judged by Mr John Dykes, Mendick Herd. Topping the trade at 3750gns was Hemingford Abbot 09, exhibited by Mr J A Griffin [ ]
- [Thirsk Show and Sale](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/thirsk-show-sale-2/) - Sound Trade For Simmentals At Thirsk The North East Simmental Club held their second sale at the new Thirsk Rural Business centre on Tuesday 8th May 2007, in conjunction with Thirsk Auction Mart. As with last year’s sales, the limited entry attracted buyers from some distance and ensured a steady trade for the females forward.” [ ]
- [5000GNS MANOR PARK LACHLAN LEADS THE MAY SIMMENTAL TRADE AT CARLISLE](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/5000gns-manor-park-lachlan-leads-the-may-simmental-trade-at-carlisle/) - Manor Park Lachlan from DC Houldey, Kirtleton House, Waterbeck, Lockerbie, sold for 5000gns to lead the small entry of Simmental bulls at the Carlisle May Sale held on Saturday 15th May at Harrison Hetherington’s Borderway Mart.
- [Simmental bulls peak at 4,200gns – Commercial heifers reach a top of £306.80 per 100 kilos](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/dungannon-march12/) - Pedigree Simmental bulls reached a ceiling of 4,200gns at the spring show and sale, hosted by the Northern Ireland Club at Dungannon Farmers’ Mart on Tuesday 13th March 2012. Quality bulls met a ready market, and following a 92% clearance auctioneer Trevor Wylie confirmed that 22 bulls changed hands to average £2,866 – an increase [ ]
- [9500GNS DENIZES KNOCKOUT TOPS RECORD SIMMENTAL MAY SALE AVERAGE AT STIRLING](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/9500gns-denizes-knockout-tops-record-simmental-may-sale-average-at-stirling/) - The October 2019 born Denizes Knockout from Mr MA Barlow, Four Oaks, Ulnes, Nr Leyland, Lancashire took the top sale price of 9500gns at the British Simmental Cattle Society’s May Sale at United Auctions Stirling Agricultural Centre on Sunday May 2nd.
- [SIMMENTAL SETS A CENTRE RECORD AT SEDGEMOOR](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/carlisle-simmental-prime-bull-trade-up-to-2392-94-for-newbiemains/) - Simmental that set a market record for a cull bull of £1896.60 at Sedgemoor today, Monday 4th April. Simmental bulls were also ‘doing the business’ at Carlisle’s primestock sale. A shapey Skerrington Iceman son from Jim Patricia Goldie, Newbie Mains Farm, Annan, Dumfriesshire weighed in at 891kgs and sold for £2392.94 and 268.5ppkg. Meant [ ]
- [WORCESTER SALE CATALOGUE NOW AVAILABLE](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/worcester-sale-catalogue-now-available/) - Please click to view the complete catalogue for the Society Sale being held at Worcester on Saturday 1st May.
- [Newark Multibreed Sale](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/newark-multibreed-2008/) - Judge: Mr Peter Donger 5 Bulls sold to a sales average of £1827 Prize Lot No Name Male Champion 41 Tilbrook Talent Mr P N Burgess Mr A Middleton 2000.00 Male Reserve Champion 51 Blakewell T-Bone I M Steele Mr Garthwaite 2000.00 Top Price Bulls 41 Tilbrook Talent Mr P N Burgess Mr A [ ]
- [S F STUBBINGS HERD REDUCTION SALE](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/s-f-stubbings-herd-reduction-sale/) - Malton Livestock Market are holding a herd reduction sale on behalf of S F Stubbings on Friday 21st May. The Sale consists of 53 Pedigree Simmental and Simmental x cows and calves and Bulling heifers, and commences at 12 noo
- [Bristol Sales Centre Show and Sale of Simmental Cattle](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/bristol-autumn09/) - The autumn show and sale of Pedigree Simmental cattle held at the Bristol Sales Centre, drew an excellent entry of quality stock which proved to be much sought after by a filled ringside of customers. Quality paid dividends with bidding strong throughout the sale. Henry Widdicombe’s Starline herd came up trumps topping the sale with [ ]
- [Bristol Show and Sale](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/bristol-show-and-sale/) - SUCCESSFULL INAUGURAL SIMMENTAL SALE AT BRISTOL LOOKS SET TO CONTINUE With The current regulations on BTV the Simmental Cattle Society ran its inaugural autumn sale of pedigree cattle at Bristol to assisit members to market cattle, which were unable to travel to other sales throughout the country asthey had done in the past. Held in [ ]
- [Herd health on agenda at Simmental AGM](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/herd-health-on-agenda-at-simmental-agm/) - The Northern Ireland Simmental Cattle Breeders’ Club held its AGM recently in Dungannon. Guest speaker for the evening was veterinary surgeon John Gilmore, who is a partner in a large animal practice based in County Roscommon. Working in a heavily populated suckler farming area, Mr Gilmore specialises in herd health issues, focusing on diseases which [ ]
- [Large turnout at Simmental stock judging competition](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/ni-stockjudging-competition/) - The 35-cow Lisglass Herd owned by the Weatherup family from Ballyclare, County Antrim, was the venue for the Northern Ireland Simmental Cattle Breeders’ Club’s annual stockjudging competition.
- [BREDY VETERINARY CENTRE LTD Invites you to a farm walk and discussion](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/bredy-veterinary-centre-ltd-invites-you-to-a-farm-walk-and-discussion/) - BREDY VETERINARY CENTRE LTD Invites you to a farm walk and discussion on Key Performance Indicators for a successful suckler herd and achieving good health status with emphasis on BVD and Johnes
- [Ballymena Sale 25th May 2016](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/ballymena-sale-25th-may-2016/) - Simmental bulls to 3,000gns and heifers to 2,700gns Bulls reached a ceiling of 3,000gns, while heifers sold to a top of 2,700gns, at the NI Simmental Club’s evening show and sale in Ballymena Mart. Sale leader at 3,000gns was the first prize winning Kilbride Farm Gleno TSI+60 SRI+67, a polled entry from the Robson family [ ]
- [Young Members Trip 2017 – Stockjudging Results](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/young-members-trip-2017-stockjudging-results/) - Individual Junior 1st Emma McAlister Scotland 2nd Frank Gwynne Scotland 3rd Pearse Burns Northern Ireland Individual Senior 1st James McKay Wightman Scotland 2nd Andrew Clarke Northern Ireland 3rd Christopher Boyd Northern Ireland Team Junior 1st [ ]
- [NI Simmental club presents cheque for £34,000 to AANI](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/ni-simmental-club-presents-cheque-for-34000-to-aani/) - The Northern Ireland Simmental Cattle Breeders’ Club has presented a cheque for £34,000 to Air Ambulance Northern Ireland. Members of the club’s committee were welcomed to the charity’s Maze headquarters by AANI representatives Kerry Anderson, Breige Mulholland, Christine Armour, and trustee Rodney Connor. The event coincided with National Air Ambulance Week. AANI head of fund [ ]
- [Cornwall Simmental Club’s Commercial Open Day 2019](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/cornwall-simmental-clubs-commercial-open-day-2019/) - Over forty commercial and pedigree breeders travelled from Somerset, Devon and throughout Cornwall to attend the eighth Cornwall Simmental Open Day on Sunday 28th July. In glorious sunshine we were treated to a tour of Castle Farm, Castle-an-Dinas, St Columb Major at the kind invitation of the Hooper Family. After welcoming visitors with coffee and [ ]
- [Stirling February Bull sales 14th & 15th February 2016](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/stirling-february-bull-sales-14th-15th-february-2016/) - We had a very successful sale on Monday, top prices went to the following: LOT 147 Delfur Fergus sold for 8000gns LOT 158 Dirnanean Fivestar sold for 9500gns LOT 163 Senior Champion Islavale Ferrari sold for 16,000gns LOT 185 Wolfstar Fearless sold for 14,000gns LOT 188 Corskie Freddy sold for 10,000gns LOT 217 Intermediate Champion [ ]
- [Ballymena Show 28th May 2016 – Junior Heifer Derby – Final](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/ballymena-show-28th-may-2016-junior-heifer-derby-final/) - Simmental top breed at Ballymena parade New breeders Oliver and Anthony McGuinness from Eglinton won the Woodcraft Kitchens (Kilrea) Simmental junior heifer derby at Ballymena Show. Their winning entry was the fifteen-month-old heifer Cleenagh Good Girl, described by County Cork judge Tony O’Leary as a very correct and well-muscled heifer. Bred by Adrian Richardson from [ ]
- [Stirling October Bull Sales](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/stirling-october-bull-sales/) - The closing date for entries is this Friday 14th August, please submit your entry to United Auctions. DNA Herd Health Declarations also need to be in the Simmental office by this date.
- [Pedigree Simmental heifer is top prize in charity raffle](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/pedigree-simmental-heifer-is-top-prize-in-charity-raffle/) - The NI Simmental Cattle Breeders Club is supporting Air Ambulance Northern Ireland. Launching the club s charity raffle are, from left: Conrad Fegan, chairman; Kenneth and Avril Stubbs, Irvinestown, who have donated an in-calf pedigree heifer; Gary Wilson, AANI area fund raising manager for Fermanagh and Tyrone; and Robin Boyd, president, British Simmental Cattle Society. THE [ ]
- [AHDB Beef & Lamb Improved Herd Awards 2015](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/heathbrow-herd-wins-most-improved-herd-award-for-the-simmental-breed/) - Heathbrow herd, owned by David and Lesley Sapsed from Hitchin in Hertfordshire, has been recognised by AHDB Beef Lamb as the Most Improved
- [Royal Ulster Show 2017](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/royal-ulster-show-2017/) - Lisglass herd claims fourth championship in five years Ballyclare herd owners Leslie and Chris Weatherup reigned supreme in the Simmental section at this week’s Balmoral Show. The father and son duo run the 35-cow Lisglass Herd, and Wednesday’s feat marked their fourth supreme overall championship in five years at Balmoral Park. Catching the eye of [ ]
- [Stars of the Future Calf Show Results](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/stars-of-the-future-calf-show-results/) - Judge – Ms Bridget Borlase Class 49 – Bulls born 16th July to 17th September 2016 1. 312 – Thursford Hero 2. 313 – Blackpool Harper 3. 308 – Keeldrum Hi-Flyer 4. 311 – Chestermann Heston Class 50 – Bulls born 21st September to 31st December 2016 1. 314 – Islavale Heston 2. 317 – [ ]
- [Ellie Sutherland receives the New Trend Trophy – Stirling February Bull Sales](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/ellie-sutherland-receives-the-new-trend-trophy-stirling-february-bull-sales/) - Raymond Baynes (Blackford) presenting Ellie Sutherland (Islavale) with the New Trend Trophy for the Best Stockperson at the Stirling February Bull Sales 2018
- [Stirling Bull sales 14th & 15th February 2016](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/stirling-bull-sales-14th-february-2016/) - Judge, Gary Christie from Aberdeenshire
- [Society Sale Dates 2016](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/society-sale-dates-2016/) - View fullsize
- [Commercial Open Day](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/commercial-open-day/) - View fullsize
- [Simmental club raises  £8,500 for charity](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/simmental-club-raises-8500-for-charity/) - The NI Simmental Cattle Breeders’ Club has presented a cheque for £8,500 to Southern Area Hospice Services. The money is the proceeds of the club’s 2015 charity BBQ and auction, which was boosted by a raffle organised by club members and hospice fund raisers John and Julie Jardine from the Spelga View Herd based at [ ]
- [STARS OF THE FUTURE – PEDIGREE CALF SHOW RESULTS – 2015](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/stars-of-the-future-pedigree-calf-show-results-2015/) - Judge Iain Green Islavale Fendt Senior Champion, Senior Male Champion Reserve Interbreed Champion. Islavale Deborah 2nd Senior Female Champion Blackford Geronimo – caption Junior Champion Junior Male Champion SENIOR CHAMPION, SENIOR MALE CHAMPION RESERVE INTERBREED CHAMPION Islavale Fendt W S Stronach SENIOR FEMALE CHAMPION Islavale [ ]
- [North West Simmental Club Calf Show 2015](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/north-west-simmental-club-calf-show-2015/) - View fullsize View fullsize Overall and Senior Champion Newbiemains Fabrege Reserve Overall Reserve Senior Champion Chestermann Fabio 14 Junior Champion Eaton Gamegirl Reserve Junior Champion Popes Nellys Glory Class 1, Bull Calf, born on or between 01.08.14 and 15.09.14 1st N N Gwynne Chestermann Fabio 14 Born [ ]
- [Linde General](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/linde-general/) - During a recent trip to Denmark by Society officials it was noted that Linde General was produci .
- [Stirling Bull sales 14th & 15th February 2016](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/stirling-bull-sales-14th-15th-february-2016-1/) - Female Champion was awarded to LOT 5 Slievenagh Flirt, from Mr R J Boyd Reserve Female Champion went to LOT 9 Drumsleed Flick, from Mr G W Smith Well Done 🙂
- [Young Member Tour 2016 – Stock Judging Results](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/young-member-tour-2016-stock-judging-results/) - RESULTS Individual Junior 1st Frank Gwynne Scotland 2nd Matthew Robson Northern Ireland 3rd Daffyd Gwynne Scotland Individual Senior 1st John Barlow England 2nd Andrew Clarke Northern Ireland 3rd Christopher Boyd Northern Ireland Team [ ]
- [Calf Show at Borderway Agri Expo 30th October 2015](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/calf-show-at-borderway-agri-expo-30th-october-2015/) - Please see below for the schedule and entry form. Entries close on the 2nd October 2015
- [Hockenhull bow out on a top note](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/hockenhull-bow-out-on-a-high-note/) - By Fiona Sloan After nearly 40 years of breeding Simmental Cattle, Hugo, Geraldine and James Arnold saw their beloved herd go to new homes. Hugo’s impending retiral had forced the sale of a herd, which was renowned throughout the breed both here and overseas and around 1000 people turned up to witness the event and [ ]
- [Reduction Sale Worcester Market, Sat 10th Oct](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/reduction-sale-worcester-market-sat-10th-oct/)
- [Simmental female sells for 5000gns in Carlisle](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/simmental-female-sells-for-5000gns-in-carlisle/) - Wishful Muffin, a Sacombe Wishful Thinking daughter out of Greenside Bella, sold for 5000 guineas at the British Simmental Cattle Society’s sale at Carlisle on Friday 25 April. Bred by Mr and Mrs David Mills from Wellington in Somerset, Muffin has a Beef Value of SM30. Muffin was Supreme and Female Champion and was purchased [ ]
- [Read all about our Young Members Tour and Events During 2015](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/young-members-tour-and-events-during-2015/) - READ MORE .
- [Thainstone Spring Show and Sale 2014](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/thainstone-spring-show-and-sale-2014/) - The Annual Society Sale at Thainstone in conjunction with the RNAS took place on February 27th Judge Mr J Wilkie selecting Tolquhon Director as the over-all champion from Mr A A Sleigh, Newseat of Tolquhon, Tarves, Ellon. this son of Seepa Newman sold for 3500 gns. Top price went to W S Stronach, Berryleys, Grange, [ ]
- [Simmental raffle and BBQ to support local cancer charity](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/simmental-raffle-and-bbq-to-support-local-cancer-charity/) - The Northern Ireland Simmental Cattle Breeders’ Club has announced that Friends of the Cancer Centre is its chosen charity for 2014. In addition to the club’s annual charity BBQ and auction, a prize draw has been organised by club member Pat Kelly from Tempo. Tickets for the prize draw are priced at £2 each, or [ ]
- [Succulent steak on menu at Simmental charity BBQ](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/succulent-steak-on-menu-at-simmental-charity-bbq/) - Dungannon Rugby Club is the venue for the Northern Ireland Simmental Cattle Breeders’ Club’s annual charity BBQ on Friday 8th August commencing at 8pm. Tickets for the BBQ are priced at £15 per person, and the menu includes succulent sirloin steak with a selection of salads, followed by a choice of home-made desserts. The steaks [ ]
- [Eastern Club launch new website](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/eastern-club-launch-new-website/) - The new website recently launched for the Eastern Simmental Club can be viewed at http://easternsimmentals.co.uk
- [Simmental breeders collect awards](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/simmental-breeders-collect-awards/) - The Northern Ireland Simmental Cattle Breeders’ Club held its annual dinner and presentation of awards recently in Dungannon. Club chairman Nigel Glasgow reflected on another successful year, and thanked the sponsors for their continued financial support. The trophies were presented by Mrs Phyllis Glasgow and were awarded as follows: Danske Bank Silver Salver, for the [ ]
- [Perth Multibreed Sale](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/perth-multibreed-sale-2/) - SIMMENTAL HIGHEST PRICE ACHIEVED OVERALL BREEDS £4,200 STARLINE PLAYBOY [ R H WIDDICOMBE] AVERAGE: £2,359 – 15 SOLD OUT OF 24. TOP PRICES: £2,700 BRUCHAG PREMIER [M/s R PMcAlister] £2,700 BRUCHAG PRESIDENT [M/s R P McAlister] £2,600 MAYFIELD PURITAN [Whitehouse Farms] £2,600 STARLINE PACESETTER [R H WIDDICOMBE] £2,500 STARLINE PENSYLVANIA [R H WIDDICOMBE] [ ]
- [Junior Stockjudging Pembrokeshire Show 2015](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/junior-stockjudging-pembrokeshire-show-2015/) - RESULTS Individual Junior 1st Daffyd Gwynne Scotland 2nd Cara Moore Northern Ireland 3rd Carys Lloyd Wales Individual Senior 1st Andrew Clarke Northern Ireland 2nd Zara Stubbs Northern [ ]
- [Stirling Annual Autumn Show and Sale of Simmental Bulls and Females](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/stirling-autumn10/) - Commercial buyers drove the trade in what was a fantastic show of Simmental Bulls at Stirling, bulls were much sought after in the 4,000-7000gn price range. 86 Bull sold to average £4358.72 Judge for the day was Liam Muir, Upper Onston, Stromness, Orkney. Topping the sale at 12,000gns was Senior Champion Starline Apollo with a [ ]
- [Thirsk Show and Sale](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/thirsk-show-and-sale/) - Thirsk Show and Sale on 10th May judged by Mr George Young. Bulls topped at 1500gn For Scarthingwell Brandysnap, a Pasturefields Hartshorne son out of a Brinkton Brilliant daughter, from Mr Mrs D Pick, Scarthingwell Farm, Scarthingwell, Tadcaster. 3 bulls averaged £1513.75 Female trade topped at 2000gn for Blakewell Gayles Pandora , a Rickardstown [ ]
- [Carlisle Annual Spring Show and Sale of Simmental Bulls and Females](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/carlisle-spring-2010/) - Local young breeders Tom and Jack Peile along with their parents John and Elizabeth Peile, secured the supreme championship title and the joint top selling price at the annual spring show and sale on behalf of the Simmental Cattle Society at Carlisle. Their 21 month old entry, Pasturehouse Wizard, a son of Harestone Hercules and [ ]
- [Salisbury Pedigree Simmental Sale](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/salisbury-pedigree-simmental-sale/) - PRODUCTION SALE OF PEDIGREE SIMMENTALS FOR CHARLES GOULD OTHERS A good level demand throughout with the best of the trade for the in calf heifers which averaged 790gns and a nine month old heifer calf by Dirnanean Panther certainly caught the eye and was eventually sold at 740 gns. The following prices were realised: [ ]
- [Ludlow Spring Sale](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/ludlow-spring-sale/) - The British Simmental Cattle Society held their annual sale of Bulls and Females at Ludlow Auction Mart on Friday 10th April 2009. Top price of the day was Shebdon Viscount from Terry Ford, Stores House, Walk Mill, Eccleshall, Stafford when he sold to David Parry, Stud Farm (Powys) Ltd, Bleddfa, Knighton. He stood Reserve Champion [ ]
- [Changing of the colours at Pitgaveny](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/changing-of-the-colours-at-pitgaveny/) - Pitgaveny Estate in Moray has been in the Dunbar family ownership for many generations, extending to 2000ha (in excess of 4900acres), of this 1000ha remain in the farming enterprise, with 284ha ran organically, it is run by Farm Manager Martin Birse with Stockman Geoff Anderson responsible for the livestock. The Suckler herd is split into [ ]
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- [Carlisle Expo Calf Show Results – 1st November 2019](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/carlisle-expo-calf-show-results-1st-november-2019/) - Judge William Young – Skerrington Simmentals BULL CALF BORN ON OR BETWEEN 16/09/18 31/12/18 1st Blackpool Johnathon 18 – J David Loftus 2nd Sacombe Jack Daniels 18 – M/S J B Borlase 3rd Chestermann Jeremiah 18 – Messrs N N Gwynne 4th Sacombe Jameson 18 M/S J B Borlase BULL CALF BORN ON OR [ ]
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- [Commercial Carcase EBVs improving Productivity and Profitability](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/project/commercial-carcase-ebvs-improving-productivity-and-profitability/) - A bull’s Estimated Breeding Values (EBVs) provide you with a good idea of the genetic potential he will pass on to his calves, and should always be taken into consideration when purchasing stock bulls or choosing AI sires
- [In Challenging Conditions](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/project/in-challenging-conditions/) - It is a commonly held belief that Continental cattle require a little extra “TLC” to perform to their best. However, East Anglian-based herdsman Stephen Brett is proving this wrong with the Theberton Simmental herd of Justin and Emma Dowley, Theberton, Leiston, Suffolk.
- [Simmental The Breed Fit To Face The Future](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/project/simmental-the-breed-fit-to-face-the-future/) - The Review features the 120 suckler cow herd of Irving Evonne Pearson at Manor Farm, Blencow, Cumbria where lower input Simmentals are helping to increase profitability.
- [Perth Spring Sale](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/perth-spring-sale/) - 10,000 gns Lot 1016 Corskie Proton Sire Popes Laird Dam Corskie Blarney K35 Breeder Mr J Green purchaser Mr J Young Skerrington 10,000 gns Lot 1079 Ballinalare Farm Rival Sire Camus Brandy Dam Ballinalare Farm Kathleen Breeder Mr J Wilson purchasers D Moffatt, Inerwick Mr H Macaskill, Woodhall. 9,000 gns Lot [ ]
- [Strong Simmental entry at inaugural pedigree calf fair](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/strong-simmental-entry-at-inaugural-pedigree-calf-fair/) - The inaugural Pedigree Calf Fair @ Beef NI Expo, held at the Balmoral Showgrounds in Belfast, was an unqualified success according to event organiser and Chairman David Connolly. “We had a tremendous turnout of stock and visitors on the day,” he said. “I had predicted beforehand that the event would represent a showcase for the [ ]
- [SIMMENTALS TICK ALL THE BOXES AT BRODIESHILL](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/simmentals-tick-all-the-boxes-at-brodieshill/) - For Robert Manson, the Simmental breed offers everything a commercial producer could ask for—maternal strength, good temperament, efficient growth, and the kind of adaptability required on the farm’s varied land. Brodieshill Farm is located near Forres, one of the largest towns in the Moray region. Renowned for its rich history, the town is close to [ ]
- [Stirling Multibreed Sale 5th May 2014.](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/stirling-multibreed-sale-5th-may-2014/) - Judged by Mr R Pettit, Mains Of Tannachy, Portgordon, Buckie, Banffshire AB56 5BU Top price went to Westridge Dugan from Mr and Mrs M Ward and son, West Mains Farm, Newbigging, Carnwath, Lanark, Lanarkshire ML11 8NB,an Arkmill Franklyn son, out of a Ranfurly Volvo daughter, selling at 6500gns to Society President Iain Green, Corskie, Garmouth, [ ]
- [Simmental producing milky, functional cows on Down suckler farm](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/simmental-producing-milky-functional-cows-on-down-suckler-farm/) - by Julie Hazelton Simmental is noted for its dual purpose attributes and when it comes to breeding milky, functional suckler cows the continental breed is at the forefront of the breeding programme for County Down farmers Francis and Fergal Watson. The father and son team farm over 750 acres near the villages of Rubane, Kearney [ ]
- [Ludlow Autumn Sale](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/ludlow-autumn-sale-2/) - SALE AVERAGES: 8 Bulls £1304 2 Females £1029 Prize Vendor Name Sire Price £ Buyer Champion L Renshaw Dovefields Preditor Dovefields Gallant Not Sold . Reserve Champion T W Ford Shebdon Pop Crackley Kansas 1,260.00 G S Jones Prefix Rhedynog Top Priced Bulls T W Ford Shebdon Pop Crackley Kansas 1,260.00 G S Jones Prefix [ ]
- [Success for Andrew at Simmental Judging Finals](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/success-for-andrew-at-simmental-judging-finals/) - Northern Ireland competitor Andrew Clarke from Tynan, County Armagh, swept the boards at the British Simmental Cattle Society’s national stockjudging finals. The young Simmental breeder who founded his six-cow Breaghey herd in 2008, claimed the Univet/Tulivin Laboratories Shield for the best individual international judge; as well as the New Trend Trophy for the best overall [ ]
- [Carlisle Spring Sale](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/carlisle-spring-2006/) - NATIONAL SPRING SHOW AND SALE OF BRITISH SIMMENTAL BREEDING CATTLE The increasing demand for the breed continued ensuring a 100% clearance of the 18 bulls forward and showing a healthy average of £1844.79. The leading price of the day was 3,100gns for Ascote Sparrow Hawk, a 15 month old son of Blackford Hawk, bred [ ]
- [Perth Spring Show and Sale](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/perth-spring-show-sale/) - Simmental breaks all breed records A packed ringside of buyers at Perth saw the Simmentals reach a New Breed Record of £22,000 and a Record Breed Average of £4487, an increase of £1084 on the year, with a clearance of 82%. There were no less than nine 5 figure prices. Commercial buyers looked to buy [ ]
- [Newark Sale Report](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/newark-sale-report/) - Bulls topped the trade at the Spring sale at Newark on Saturday 28th March, judge for the day was Richard Green from the Greenfields herd, 10 Peel Close, Kibworth, Beauchamp, Leicestershire, LE8 0JL Theberton Electric, home bred on both sides of his pedigree from Mr and Mrs Dowley, Theberton House, Theberton, Leiston, Suffolk, IP16 4RL selling [ ]
- [Great Yorkshire Show 11th July to 13th July 2017](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/great-yorkshire-show-11th-july-to-13th-july-2017/) - DATE: 11th July to 13th July 2017 JUDGE: Mr P Burgess CLASS POSITION NAME OF ANIMAL SIRE DAM EXHIBITOR Supreme Champion Female Champion POPES PRINCESS CLEO BANWY WONDERBOY POPES NELLYS PRINCESS M/S J H V G WOOD Reserve Supreme Champion Male Champion POPES FEARLESS 14 SOWENNA ARISTROCRAT 09 9 SKERRINGTON RHONA [ ]
- [Royal Norfolk Show – English National Show 26th-27th June 2019 – Judge Mrs A MacPherson](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/royal-norfolk-show-english-national-show-26th-27th-june-2019/) - It was an honour to be asked to judge the 2019 English National Show at The Royal Norfolk Show. Thank you to the Society and Show for a very well organised day and thank you to the exhibitors for all their time and effort in turning out such a super show of Simmies.In the Junior [ ]
- [Dungannon Spring Show and Sale](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/dungannon-spring-show-and-sale/) - A packed gallery and ringside at Dungannon Farmers Mart on Monday evening, 14th April 2008 witnessed an excellent trade for all classes of stock at the Northern Ireland Simmental Cattle Breeders Club annual Spring Show and Sale. A quality entry of bulls saw prices peak at 5000 gns paid for the Reserve Supreme Champion, Ashland [ ]
- [TILBROOK FRANK IS ‘TOP OF THE POPS’ IN THE SENIOR BULL CLASS OF THE 2021 SIMMENTAL ‘VIRTUAL’ SHOW](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/tilbrook-frank-is-top-of-the-pops-in-the-senior-bull-class-of-the-2021-simmental-virtual-show/) - Tilbrook Frank from VC Bailey, Mixbury Hall Farm, Mixbury, Brackley, Northants has taken first place in the Mature bull class of the 2021 Virtual Simmental Show. This March 2014 born bull beat off some strong competition in a class of 43 of stock bulls very kindly judged by Andrew Clarke of the Breaghey herd, Co [ ]
- [TWO ISLAVALE BULLS MAKE 14,000GNS AND LEAD A SOLID SIMMENTAL TRADE AT STIRLING](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/two-islavale-bulls-make-14000gns-and-lead-a-solid-simmental-trade-at-stirling/) - • 52 Simmental bulls average £5589, up by £411 • Simmentals lead the breeds in numbers sold • Clearance rate of 64% • Female outfits sell to 5500gns Two bulls from the Islavale herd of Mr WS Stronach, Berryleys Farm, Grange, Keith both made 14,000gns to lead a solid Simmental trade at the Stirling October [ ]
- [NEW SIMMENTAL ‘NEXT GENERATION’ SALE SCHEDULE NOW OUT!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/simmental-next-generation-sale-schedule/) - Following the recent announcement we have been delighted with the response to the new Simmental ‘Next Generation’ Sale fixture due to be held on Friday 3rd December at Harrison Hetherington’s Borderway Mart, Carlisle.
- [Welsh National Show – Pembrokeshire County 14th August to 16th August 2018 – Judge Mr C Martindale](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/welsh-national-show-pembrokeshire-county-14th-august-to-16th-august-2018-judge-mr-c-martindale/) - It was a great honour to be invited to judge the Welsh National Show in Pembrokeshire and I would like to thank the Pembrokeshire Agricultural Society for giving me this opportunity. I would firstly like to thank all the exhibitors who had worked extremely hard to get their stock looking tremendous and presenting me with [ ]
- [Bristol Show and Sale](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/bristol-show-sale08/) - Judge: Mr David Bell 5 Bulls sold to a sales average of £2352.00 Prize Lot Name Vendor Male Champion 38 Grangewood Trademark Mr Mrs A S Y A Leedham Messrs Brickell 3300.00 Reserve Male Champion 42 Wishful Vegas D B C A Mills Woolhanger Farming Partnership 2800.00 Top Price Bulls 38 Grangewood [ ]
- [SIMMENTALS TAKE TEAM OF FIVE INTERBREED RESERVE AT ROYAL CORNWALL!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/simmentals-take-team-of-five-interbreed-reserve-at-royal-cornwall/) - A big well done to the Killiworgie, Sowenna, and Treverbyn Simmental herds who came together to take Overall Reserve in the Team of Five Beef Interbreed on the second day of the Royal Cornwall Show. A big mention in dispatches is due to Judy Borlase who stepped in to judge the Simmental section at short [ ]
- [Royal Cornwall Show 2023](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/royal-cornwall-show-2023/) - Royal Cornwall Show welcomed Vikki Wood (Popes) to judge the British Simmental Section for 2023. Seven breeders battled with high winds and soaring temperatures bringing forward twenty- four exhibits for scrutiny. Judge’s Comments I will begin by congratulating all the competitors on turning out a great show of cattle predominantly exhibitor bred. Bulls born on [ ]
- [BREAKING NEWS: BRITISH SIMMENTAL ‘VIRTUAL’ SHOW IS BACK!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/breaking-news-british-simmental-virtual-show-is-back/) - 2023 Competition to be held from July – mid August Back with a summer bang, the fourth staging of the British Simmental ‘Virtual’ Show has been announced and will take place over a six-week period through July to mid-August. Initiated in 2020 when there were no summer shows, this picture-based competition has caught the imagination [ ]
- [‘BREEDING THE BEST’ SIMMENTALS TO FIT ALL SYSTEMS](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/breeding-the-best-simmentals-to-fit-all-systems/) - With a firm eye to the future and the role the Simmental breed has to play, here we feature the Lancashire based Wood family with their high profile 50-cow Popes pedigree herd, and their fresh meat wholesale business, Bowland Foods. Factfile: Popes Farm, Dutton, Preston 400 acres grassland150 pedigree Beltex and Texel ewes50 pedigree Simmental [ ]
- [32,000GNS HEATHBOW NATASHA LEADS THE WAY AT RECORD BREAKING HEATHBROW DISPERSAL SALE!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/32000gns-heathbow-natasha-leads-the-way-at-record-breaking-heathbrow-dispersal-sale/) - Simmental achieved a new 32,000gns female breed record in Stirling on Monday 23 October when David and Lesley Sapsed dispersed their entire noted Heathbrow polled herd following a decision to retire after almost three decades of breeding pedigree Simmental. Star of the sale at 32,000gns was Heathbrow Natasha, an 18-month-old maiden by the herd’s illustrious [ ]
- [Perth Autumn Show and Sale](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/perth-autumn-show-sale/) - The Simmental Bull sale at Perth showed that confidence in the breed is continuing. With averages only slightly back on last year the quality bulls sold well to both Pedigree and commercial buyers although due to an increase in spring calving there is normally an increased demand from the commercial sector during the February sale. [ ]
- [Review Advertising](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/review-advertising/) - Review AdvertisingAdvert Order FormExtended advertising of your herd when you take an advert in the 2026 review We are again offering an enhanced advertising package which includes digital promotion of your herd in addition to the printed advert in The Review. As well as your advert being in The Review, it will also appear on [ ]
- [Perth May Show and Sale](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/perth-may-show-sale06/) - The increase in demand for Simmental Bulls continued this week at the Perth Multibreed Sale on 1st May 2006, when 19 of the 21 bulls forward found new homes selling to a top of 3000gns twice. Firstly, Henry Susan Widdicombes’ long journey from Ashprington Court, Totnes, Devon was justified when Starline Revelation, a son [ ]
- [Nothing To Beat](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/project/nothing-to-beat/) - The Review features Karen Young, and her son Calum, Bunchrew Farm, Inverness, Where the Simmental breed is the long-term backbone of a 150-cow suckler herd producing quality bulling heifers and yearling store cattle.
- [SIMMENTALS TOPPING SALES AT 35 MARKETS AROUND THE UK!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/simmentals-topping-sales-at-35-markets-around-the-uk/) - SIMMENTALS TOPPING SALES SECTIONS AT: STIRLING; EXETER; RUGBY; MARKET DRAYTON; LERWICK; TIREE; ABERDEEN; LANCASTER; LONGTOWN; GISBURN; CARLISLE; TRURO; OBAN; HOLMFIRTH; BROCKHOLES; HALLWORTHY; MELTON MOWBRAY; LANARK; QUOYBRAE; BENTHAM; HUNTLY; AYR; OSWESTRY; FROME; LOCHMADDY; DUMFRIES; DARLINGTON; SEDGEMOOR; BAKEWELL; DALMALLY; DUNGANNON; THIRSK; LLANDOVERY; HOLSWORTHY; AND WOOLER. In what is a massive endorsement of British Simmental’s commercial abilities, [ ]
- [DELFUR HEIFERS TAKE FIRST AND SECOND IN CLASS FOUR OF THE 2024 BRITISH SIMMENTAL VIRTUAL SHOW!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/delfur-heifers-take-first-and-second-in-class-four-of-the-2024-british-simmental-virtual-show/) - Much anticipation around this week’s ‘Big Reveal’ and the largest class to date in the 2024 Simmental Virtual Show, as we publish the results for Class Four Heifer born between 1st January 2022 – 31st July 2023. This Class has had the largest entry to date this year with an incredible 134 entries! The [ ]
- [TREGNETHER NELLIE WINS 2024 ROYAL CORNWALL SHOW!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/royal-cornwall-show-2024-report/) - Tregnether herd sees clean sweep of major Simmental awards Simmental team of five Takes Reserve Team Interbreed Please see here the report from the 2024 Royal Cornwall Show, held on the 6th – 8th June at the Royal Cornwall Showground, Wadebridge, supplied by the Cornwall Simmental Club Five exhibitors presented twenty animals to be judged [ ]
- [5000GNS ASHLAND LUCY NORA TOPS SIMMENTAL SALE IN SWATRAGH](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/5000gns-ashland-lucy-nora-tops-simmental-sale-in-swatragh/) - • Robgill Neptune leads the bulls at 4500gns.• Strong demand and trade for females• Commercial heifers top at £2100 There was strong trade at the recent Northern Ireland Simmental Club show and sale for both pedigree bulls and females as well as commercial females. The event was held at Swatragh Livestock Market on Friday 27th [ ]
- [Simmental club set to stage elite female show and sale  at Moira on 5th September](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/simmental-club-set-to-stage-elite-female-show-and-sale-at-moira-on-5th-september/) - The Northern Ireland Simmental Cattle Breeders’ Club has announced details of its forthcoming Elite Female Show and Sale. The one-day event is scheduled to take place at the Pedigree Sales Arena near Moira on Saturday 5th September, and has been organised to mark the 45th anniversary of the breed’s importation into the UK. Club chairman [ ]
- [Aberdeen and Northern Marts show and sale 26th February 2020 – Sale report](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/aberdeen-and-northern-marts-show-and-sale-26th-february-2020-sale-report/) - Judging the Aberdeen and Northern Mart spring sale at Thainstone Centre, Inverurie, was Ian Goldie, of Greenhill, Cummertrees, Annan.
- [Celtic Herd Dispersal Sale](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/celtic-herd-dispersal-sale/) - Bill and Margaret Noblett moved to Wales from Lancashire in 1963 and have lived at Gwernyrefail, which they bought in 1969, since 1987. Their farming experience was broad having previously been Mixed Dairy Beef and Arable Farmers. Since they moved to Gwernyrefail in 1987 they have concentrated on breeding pedigree cattle. They chose Simmentals because [ ]
- [Welshpool Sale](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/welshpool-sale/) - Trade was brisk at the Welsh Club sale at Welshpool market on 17th May, judged by Mr Robert Vincent. A top and a centre record for Simmental Bulls of 5200gns was achieved for Crackley Blackjack form M/s Booth and Bell, Crackley Farm, Crackley Lane, Kenilworth, Warwickshire, purchased by RI G Davies, Penlanlwyd, Llangamarch Wells, [ ]
- [Lurgan Show venue for Simmental heifer derby](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/lurgan-show-venue-for-simmental-heifer-derby/) - Members of the Northern Ireland Simmental Cattle Breeders’ Club are reminded that the 2015 Junior Heifer Derby, sponsored by Woodcraft Kitchens (Kilrea), takes place at Lurgan Show on Saturday, 6th June.
- [8000GNS ISLAVALE LOKI LEADS ABERDEEN SIMMENTAL SPRING SALE](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/8000gns-islavale-loki-leads-aberdeen-simmental-spring-sale/) - • Backmuir Lewis sells to 7800gns• Nine Simmental bulls average £5471• Islavale Backmuir bulls place Champion Reserve Islavale Loki, from Mr WS Stronach, Berryleys Farm, Keith made 8000gns to lead the Society’s Aberdeen Sale held within the Royal Northern Agricultural Society s Spring Show Sale at Thainstone today, Wednesday 2nd March. March 2020 [ ]
- [Worcester Sale – 4th May 2019](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/worcester-sale-4th-may-2019/) - Judging the Worcester pre-sale show was Mr Rob Hewlett, Boddington, Cheltenham. Topping the male trade on the day at 8,400gns was LOPEMEDE IDAHO 17 (PP), bred by J Rixon Ltd, Thame. A KLITGARDENS EMIL (PP) son, out of a LOPEMEDE KEMPTON 2ND daughter, this sale-only bull was purchased by Mr Patmore, Saffron Waldon (Norman) Second [ ]
- [Shop](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/shop/) - PROMOTIONAL GOODSBritish Simmental Cattle Society Promotional Goods Please contact the Society ofiice by phone on 02476 696513 or by email @ information@britishsimmental.co.uk to place your order Postage price on application Personalisation of selected garment £5.00 per item up to 15 characters. See details of each item for more detailsBlack Beechfield Original Cuffed Beanie Hat 100% [ ]
- [Type Classification](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/type-classification/) - TYPE CLASSIFICATION TYPE CLASSIFICATION IN BRITISH SIMMENTAL The BSCS runs a voluntary Female Classification scheme which is carried out by Holstein UK. The scheme allows herds of all sizes to be independently evaluated on their breeding females which adds value to the decisions on which females to retain, and from what cow lines to [ ]
- [Regional Clubs](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/regional-clubs/) - REGIONAL CLUBSThe Society has twelve affiliated Simmental Regional Clubs covering all of the geographies of the UK. The Clubs are a great starting point to locate cattle and act as a business and social focal point of all things Simmental both in the area and nationally.SIMMENTAL BREEDER S CLUB Find the Regional Club nearest to you. [ ]
- [Aberdeen Sale Reports](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/sale-reports/aberdeen-sale-reports/) - ABERDEEN SALE REPORTS CategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategories 695 All 1 2026 Aberdeen Sales 1 2025 Aberdeen Sales 2 2024 Aberdeen Sales 2 2023 Aberdeen Sales 1 2022 Aberdeen Sales 1 2021 Aberdeen Sales 1 2020 Aberdeen S
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- [Welsh Club](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/regional-clubs/welsh-club/) - WELSH CLUBChairman Min Y MorMwntCardiganSA43 1QH Mobile: 07854 108699 Email Me Secretary Cwrt Mawr Farm, Felindre, Swansea, SA5 7PN Mobile: 07957 678338 Email Me The Latest Regional Club News CategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategori
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- [Worcester Sale Reports](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/sale-reports/worcester-sale-reports/) - WORCESTER SALE REPORTS CategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategories 695 All 1 2025 Worcester Sales 1 2024 Worcester Sales 2 2023 Worcester Sales 1 2022 Worcester Sale 1 2021 Worcester Sales 0 2020 Worcester Sales 2 2019 Worcester Sales 1 2018 Worcester Sales 0 2017 Worcester Sales 1 2016 Worcester Sales
- [LATEST MARKET BRIEFS SEES SIMMENTALS TOPPING COMMERCIAL SALES AROUND THE UK AND AT CARLISLE; DUNGANNON; DINGWALL; LANARK; STIRLING; FROME; ABERDEEN; HALLWORTHY; OSWESTRY; DARLINGTON; HEXHAM; LANCASTER; TRURO; AYR; EXETER; PRESTON; AND HUNTLY](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/latest-market-briefs-sees-simmentals-topping-commercial-sales-around-the-uk-and-at-carlisle-dungannon-dingwall-lanark-stirling-frome-aberdeen-hallworthy-oswestry-darlington-hexham-lancaster/) - Here’s a catch up of just some of the latest Simmental market briefs as the breeds all-round, dual purpose qualities sees Simmental cattle topping breeding, prime, store, and calf sales around the UK. Future fit, Simmental genetics are gaining increasing commercial recognition for efficiency and profit, and with strong ‘green’ credentials. AHDB’s confirmation of the [ ]
- [HAYSTAR SHINES BRIGHT LIKE A ‘DIAMOND’ IN WINNING CLASS TWO OF THE 2022 SIMMENTAL VIRTUAL SHOW](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/haystar-shines-bright-like-a-diamond-in-winning-class-two-of-the-2022-simmental-virtual-show/) - We are delighted to announce the results for class two of the British Simmental 2022 Virtual show – Female, born on or after 01/08/2021. Congratulations to G Hayes Son, Upper Ballinderry, Co Antrim, whose heifer calf Haystar Diamond was awarded the red rosette. Sired by Kilbride Farm Delboy 12, this January born lass is [ ]
- [BACKMUIR WINS 2022 ROYAL HIGHLAND SIMMENTAL SUPREME WITH ISLAVALE LULLABY](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/backmuir-wins-2022-royal-highland-simmental-supreme-with-islavale-lullaby/) - • Backmuir Win Overall Supreme Female Championship• Annick Ginger’s Lucia Takes Overall Reserve• Drumsleed Legacy Lifts Male Championship• Denizes Monty Crowned Simmental Junior Champion• Brandane Millie Wins Junior Female• Blackford Local Hero Wins Marks Spencer Beefbreeder Interbreed• • Simmentals Place Champion Reserve in Marks Spencer Beefbreeder Interbreed The cattle and the [ ]
- [Scottish National Show 2022](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/scottish-national-show-2022/) - Please click here to view the schedule for this year s Scottish National Show.
- [CHESTERMANN BULLS AT 6200GNS AND 6000GNS, TAKE THE TOP PRICES AT CARLISLE SIMMENTAL MAY SALE](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/chestermann-bulls-at-6200gns-and-6000gns-take-the-top-prices-at-carlisle-simmental-may-sale/) - • 5000gns Tidkin Cow and Calf leads Tidkin Jet Dispersal Sale• 15 Tidkin cows and calves average £3353• 28 Simmental lots in all gross £94,920• 4 Bulls average £5565 Bulls from the Chestermann herd of N N Gwynne, Castlewigg Farm, Whithorn, Newton Stewart, sold to 6200gns, and 6000gns to lead a ready demand for Simmental [ ]
- [‘STYLISH’ ASHLAND HEIFER SCOOPS SUPREME SIMMENTAL TITLE AT 2022 RUAS BALMORAL SHOW](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/stylish-ashland-heifer-scoops-supreme-simmental-title-at-2022-ruas-balmoral-show/) - A very stylish and powerful heifer was how judge David Lowry described the supreme Simmental champion at the Royal Ulster Agricultural Society’s 153rd annual show, held at Balmoral Park. Mr Lowry who runs the 65-cow Keeldrum Herd based at Lanark in Scotland, returned to home soil to judge the Simmental entry at the four-day show. [ ]
- [STOP PRESS: AUCHORACHAN LANDMARK 20 LEADS THE TRADE AT STIRLING SIMMENTAL SALE](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/stop-press-auchorachan-landmark-20-leads-the-trade-at-stirling-simmental-sale/) - 57 bulls sell to average £5961, up £372 on the year. Lot 777, Auchorachan Landmark 20 from D R Durno Sons, topped the Sale at 18000gns. The Auchorachan Hercules sired bull, out of Auchorachan Holly, led the Sale, being purchased by Mr B Grant, of the Dellfield herd, Druid Temple Farm, Highland, Inverness-shire. [ ]
- [HEMINGFORD PEDIGREE SIMMENTAL HEIFER TO BE AUCTIONED WITH SALE PROCEEDS DONATED TO ‘BREAST CANCER NOW’ CHARITY](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/hemingford-pedigree-simmental-heifer-to-be-auctioned-with-sale-proceeds-donated-to-breast-cancer-now-charity/) - In an incredibly generous gesture, James and Rachael Griffin of the Hemingford Simmental herd, Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire, have pledged to donate the entire sale proceeds of their heifer, Hemingford Lancome, to the Breast Cancer Now charity. The March 2020 born Hemingford Lancome is entered into the Society’s new Next Generation Sale of females weaned calves, [ ]
- [£7000 INCHEOCH LINCOLN TOPS THE SIMMENTALS AT THE MCGOWAN FAMILY’S WORKING GENES SALE](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/7000-incheoch-lincoln-tops-the-simmentals-at-the-mcgowan-familys-working-genes-sale/) - • Six Simmental bulls sell to average £5100.Homozygous polled Simmental bulls proved popular at the recent Incheoch Working Genes Sale of Neil and Debbie McGowan, Incheoch Farm, Alyth, Blairgowrie which culminated on 2nd September. The sale was the fourth time that bulls were sold alongside the McGowans’ on-farm ram sale which was in its 14th [ ]
- [‘THE HUGO ARNOLD TROPHY’ ANNOUNCED FOR THE SIMMENTAL ‘NEXT GENERATION’ SALE](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/the-hugo-arnold-trophy-announced-for-the-simmental-next-generation-sale/) - The British Simmental Cattle Society is delighted to announce the gift of a newly commissioned trophy, ‘The Hugo Arnold Trophy’, which will be awarded to the Overall Champion in the Weaned Calf section of the new Simmental ‘Next Generation’ Show and Sale to be held at Borderway Mart, Carlisle, in December this year. In addition [ ]
- [SIMMENTAL, THE UK’s NO.1 CONTINENTAL BREED FOR AGE AT SLAUGHTER, CONTINUES TO TOP COMMERCIAL MARKETS ACROSS THE COUNTRY](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/simmental-the-uks-no-1-continental-breed-for-age-at-slaughter-continues-to-top-commercial-markets-across-the-country/) - A bumper coverage of Simmental Market Briefs this week, as we play a little catch up, kicks off with a look back at Gisburn Market and their sale of Prime Cattle on Thursday 29th July.
- [Royal Welsh Show – 23rd to 26th July](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/royal-welsh-show-judges-report-stewart-stronach/) - Sterling Petra s Cairo, Mr Mrs P B J A Borlase, Overall Champion, Female Champion and Best Cow with Calf at Foot
- [Aberdeen & Northern Marts Sale 28th February 2018](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/aberdeen-northern-marts-sale-28th-february-2018/) - Centre record smashed at Thainstone today. Blackford Hero sells for 13,000gns to Gavin Hayes Haystar herd, Northern Ireland. All Breed average smashed; 100% clearance, 9 bulls sold to average £6615.
- [Great Yorkshire Show 9th-11th July 2019](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/great-yorkshire-show-9th-11th-july-2019/) - DATE: 9th July to 11th July 2019 JUDGE: Mr J Rixon CLASS POSITION NAME OF ANIMAL SIRE DAM EXHIBITOR Male Champion, Overall Breed Champion, Overall Beef Supreme Champion HEATHBROW IMPORTANT 17 HEATHBROW GRAND SLAM 15 HEATHBROW SARAH S ELEGANCE D A L A SAPSED Female Champion, Reserve Overall Breed Champion KENNOX DIVA S GENA AUCHORACHAN [ ]
- [BRITISH SIMMENTAL ANNOUNCES EXCITING NEW ‘NEXT GENERATION’ SALE FIXTURE TO BE HELD AT CARLISLE IN DECEMBER 2021](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/british-simmental-announces-exciting-new-next-generation-sale-fixture-to-be-held-at-carlisle-in-december-2021/) - The British Simmental Cattle Society has announced an exciting new sale fixture to be held at Harrison Hetherington’s Borderway Mart, Carlisle on 3rd December this year.
- [SIXTH AND FINAL PART OF THE 2023 SIMMENTAL YEAR REVIEW!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/sixth-and-final-part-of-the-2023-simmental-year-review/) - The sixth and final part of the 2023 Simmental year mini review looks at November and December and where the breed met with more than its fair share of success at the winter fair primestocks, and rounded off a terrific sale year with some further new records set at the Next Generation III Sale at [ ]
- [Simmental bulls reach 2,800gns at Dungannon](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/dungannon-oct10/) - Strong demand for commercial females as 52 lots sell to average £898 per head Commercial bidders were out in force at the Northern Ireland Simmental Cattle Breeders’ Club autumn sale, held at Dungannon Farmers Mart. There was standing room only around the salering as auctioneer, Trevor Wylie, conducted the pedigree bull and heifer sale, which [ ]
- [Stirling Agricultural Centre Show and Sale of Simmental Cattle](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/stirling-autumn09/) - A depth of quality gets strong Commercial vote as price averages rise significantly “Spoilt for choice,” the comment of a leading commercial suckler farmer, just about summed up the quality of the Simmental bulls at the first autumn show and sale held at Perth Bull Sales new home, United Auctions modern state of the art [ ]
- [Carlisle Autumn Sale](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/carlisle-autumn-sale/) - Despite a busy ringside at the Simmental Sale on Friday 14th November 2008, there were a limited number of buyers for the improved selection of bulls forward. The females however were in demand as usual and all were sold. Wendy Black, of Kirkstone herd at High Fold Farm, Troutbeck, Windermere, saw both her champion and [ ]
- [Perth Multibreed Sale of Simmental Bulls](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/perth-may09/) - The cold weather didn’t prevent the buyers turning out for the Perth Multibreed sale. A well stocked ringside of commercial buyers looking for bulls, ensured a good average of £3,644 for the 22 bulls sold through the ring. The only two bulls forward and not sold through the ring also sold later in the day [ ]
- [Carlisle Spring Sale](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/carlisle-spring-sale09/) - A packed ringside at Carlisle, saw a limited number but good show of bulls average £3636 for the 9 sold a rise of £1,456 on the year. Top price of the day was 5,500gns for the last lot in the ring, Hockenhull Wilfred, the first son to be sold from Hockenhull Red Rum. He will [ ]
- [Perth Autumn Show and Sale](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/perth-autumn-06/) - A level show of quality bulls at Perth, resulted in one of the best sales of Simmental Cattle for many years. The demand for quality commercial cattle meant that 80% of the 117 bulls forward found new homes through the ring with more sold privately later. The breed average increased by £855 on the year [ ]
- [Ludlow Autumn Sale](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/ludlow-autumn-sale/) - Prize Name Vendor Gns Purchaser Supreme Champion Crugmelyn Roger Mr G Lloyd 1,000.00 J W Cook Hall Farm, Worcestershire Reserve Champion Sundial Rooster Mrs M J Bricknell not sold not sold Top Price Bulls Crugmelyn Roger Mr G Lloyd 1,000.00 J W Cook Hall Farm, Worcestershire Sundial Rooster Mrs M J Bricknell not [ ]
- [Ludlow Sale](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/ludlow-sale-2002/)
- [Bristol Show and Sale](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/bristol-show-and-sale-2/) - Bulls averaged £2,115 (14 out of 15 sold) Cows in calf or calves at foot 14 out of 15 sold averaging £1007.25 Heifers maiden/in calf 23 out of 25 sold averaging £803.46 Commercials Sim X 8 sold averaging £545 BULLS Lot Animal Sire Dam Gns Breeder Purchaser Overall Champion Male Lot Grangewood [ ]
- [Spring Sale at Carlisle 25th April 2014.](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/spring-sale-at-carlisle-25th-april-2014/) - Caistor Domitius Judge for the day was Mr A Ryder,Black Hamilton Farm, Blackford, Carlisle, CA6 4EJ Top price was Caistor Domitius, home bred on both sides from Mr Brian Lundy,Caistor Moor Farm, Caistor, Lincoln, Lincolnshire, LN7 6SD, selling for 4900gns to WW Dunlop Son, Commonside, Hawick, Roxburghshire. Next at 4200gns was Gerrard Drummer from [ ]
- [Perth Autumn Sale](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/perth-autumn-sale/) - The 102 bulls sold averaged £3413 – down £24 on last year when 105 changed hands. Top price of the day came for the reserve junior champion, the March 2003 Woodhall Premier, from Hector MacAskill, Woodhall, Dunbar, and sold to Richard Rodgers, Portglenone, Co Antrim, for 13,000gns. The junior champion, the May 2003 Skerrington Pinnacle, [ ]
- [Brinkton Dispersal Sale](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/brinkton-dispersal-sale/)
- [Perth May Show and Sale](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/perth-may-show-and-sale/) - 14 bulls sold out of 15 forward Average £2361.79 Champion Simmental Bull Innerwick Neptune Bred by Mr Mrs L Moffat Date of Birth 19/09/02 Sire Strathisla Kaiser Dam Innerwick Jingle Reserve Simmental Bull Bruchag Nirvana Bred by R P McAlister Date of Birth 09/06/02 Sire Woodhall Klinsman Dam Bruchag Avril Top price £6300 [ ]
- [Quality throughout all classes at Stars of the Future Calf Show](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/quality-throughout-all-classes-at-stars-of-the-future-calf-show/) - Classes for young Simmental cattle were strong at this year’s Stars of the Future Calf Show, which for the first time was being held at United Auctions, Stirling. Taking centre stage for the judging was Robert McKnee and he found his overall senior champion in the form of Finlay McGowan’s senior female champion Dirnanean Arue [ ]
- [Enniskillen Simmental Finals](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/enniskillen-simmental-finals/) - Members of the Northern Ireland Simmental Cattle Breeders’ Club are gearing up for next month’s Fermanagh County Show, which is the venue for the breed society’s national stockjudging finals. Club chairman Nigel Glasgow said: ”The club is honoured to be hosting the Simmental Young Members’ Association’s stockjudging finals. The Northern Ireland Club sends two teams [ ]
- [Northern Ireland Dinner Dance](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/northern-ireland-dinner-dance/)
- [COLIN INGLIS, DALACHY FARM, ABERDOUR, SET TO JUDGE THE FIRST SIMMENTAL ‘NEXT GENERATION’ SHOW AND SALE AT CARLISLE](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/colin-inglis-dalachy-farm-aberdour-set-to-judge-the-first-simmental-next-generation-show-and-sale-at-carlisle/) - Simmental breeder Colin Inglis who runs the Greencap pedigree herd at Craegorry, Dalachy Farm, Aberdour, Fife will be the inaugural judge of the British Simmental Cattle Society’s new ‘Next Generation’ show and sale fixture, of pedigree Females and Weaned Calves, due to take place at Harrison Hetherington’s Borderway Mart, Carlisle on 3rd December this [ ]
- [Champion tops Ballymena Simmental sale at 4,300gns](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/champion-tops-ballymena-simmental-sale-at-4300gns/) - Quality bulls met a ready market at the NI Simmental Club’s evening show and sale, held at Ballymena Mart. Trade was underpinned by both dairy and suckler herd owners with prices topping at 4,300gns, and nine lots selling to average £2,952 – up £726 on this time last year. Topping trade was the male and [ ]
- [Simmental club raises £6,200 for NSPCC](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/simmental-club-raises-6200-for-nspcc/) - The Northern Ireland Simmental Cattle Breeders’ Club has presented a cheque for £6,200 to the National Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children (NSPCC). The money is the proceeds of the club’s annual charity BBQ and auction held recently in Dungannon Rugby Club. Jennifer Hobson, chairman, of the NSPCC’s Dungannon fund raising committee thanked [ ]
- [Simmental Semen Bound for Kenya](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/simmental-semen-bound-for-kenya/) - A substantial quantity of semen from the February 2010 Perth junior and supreme overall Simmental champion, Auchorachan Wizard, is bound for export to Kenya. The international export deal was announced by the bull’s owner, Joe Wilson, Newry, and Asda buying manager, Anne Spencer. Semen from the 20,000gns Auchorachan Wizard has been purchased by Everest Enterprises [ ]
- [Burytown Herd wins Most Improved Award for Simmental breed](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/burytown-herd-wins-most-improved-award-for-simmental-breed/) - The Burytown Herd owned by David and Nikky Field from Blunsdon, Wiltshire has been recognised by EBLEX as the Most Improved Herd of Simmental cattle for 2011. The award is presented by the EBLEX Beef Better Returns Programme (Beef BRP) to the recorded herd that shows the greatest genetic gain for commercial traits over a [ ]
- [Barlows Reap Rewards from their Farming and Agribusiness by Jennifer Mackenzie](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/barlows-reap-rewards-from-their-farming-and-agribusiness/) - Hard work, commitment and enthusiasm have paid off for Lancashire farming and agribusiness family, the Barlows. In the 1970s the family was the first in the UK to establish a pedigree milking herd of dual purpose MRI cattle, a pedigree Simmental herd and a trailer manufacturing business at Denizes Farm, Ulnes Walton, near Leyland. Denizes [ ]
- [Steak from a Simmental Young Bull wins Asda/ABP Beeflink Great Yorkshire Show Steak Competition of 2013](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/steak-from-a-simmental-young-bull-wins-asdaabp-beeflink-great-yorkshire-show-steak-competition-of-2013/) - The third Asda/ABP BeefLink steak competition of the 2013 show season was won by a steak from a Simmental cross young bull bred by Bruce and Louise Quarman. The steak came from a 345kg carcass which classified U-3 which was consigned to ABP s York abattoir and is one the progeny from the couple s 60 cow [ ]
- [Sire Summary February 2014](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/sire-summary-february-2014/) - 2014 February British Simmental GROUP BREEDPLAN EBVS FOR HERD BOOK SIRES Click here to download
- [British Simmental Cattle Society AGM](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/british-simmental-cattle-society-agm/) - British Simmental Cattle Society AGM is to be held on the 20th October at 11am in the Lomond Suite at United Auctions, Stirling Bull Sales.
- [WELSH SIMMENTAL CLUB](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/welsh-simmental-club/) - 2015 Calf Show held at Pembroke Dock on Saturday 26th September 2015 and judged by JUDGE MILLIE HENDY
- [CHESTERMANN SIMMENTAL HEIFERS  IN EXPORT SALE TO REPUBLIC OF IRELAND](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/chestermann-simmental-heifers-in-export-sale-to-republic-of-ireland/) - The Chestermann Simmental herd of Messrs N N Gwynne, Castlewigg Farm, Newton Stewart, have secured a private sale of two pedigree maiden heifers for export to the Republic of Ireland. Both heifers have been purchased by Mr. Declan Rouse as foundation females for his new and establishing Enniscrone pedigree herd in Enniscrone, Co. Sligo. Chestermann Data [ ]
- [KILLIWORGIE SIMMENTAL HEIFERS HEAD TO NORTHERN AND SOUTHERN IRELAND](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/killiworgie-simmental-heifers-head-to-northern-and-southern-ireland-2/) - The Killiworgie Simmental herd of Steve Gill Gummow, Higher Killiworgie Farm, Newquay, Cornwall have sold two pedigree heifers to buyers in Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland respectively. First up, Killiworgie Gabbys Joy has sold to the Innisrooske herd of Mr Michael Reihill, Enniskillen, Co Fermanagh, Northern Ireland. Entirely homebred this April 2018 [ ]
- [Stars of the Future Calf show 9th November 2019](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/stars-of-the-future-calf-show-9th-november-2019/) - Judge – Simon Key Judge Simon Key Class 1 – Bulls born 3rd March to 19th September 2018 1. Aultmore Jack Flash 2. Merkland Jimmy 3. Newbiemains Jax 4. Dellfield Jacobite Class 2 – Bulls born 29th October to 15th December 2018 1. Sacombe Jameson 2. Chestermann Jeremiah 3. Sacombe Jack Daniels Class 3 [ ]
- [The British Simmental Cattle Society is delighted to announce that Kate Stephens will be commencing as a Team Secretary with the Society on Monday 27th April.  ](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/the-british-simmental-cattle-society-is-delighted-to-announce-that-kate-stephens-will-be-commencing-as-a-team-secretary-with-the-society-on-monday-27th-aprilnbspnbsp/) - Kate studied at Harper Adams where she graduated in 2014 with a BSc Hons Degree in Agri-Food Marketing and Business studies. Since then she has held a retail manager’s role with the Handmade Scotch Egg Company, and most recently has been working in Human Resources at Avara Foods – Freemans of Newent. Commenting, BSCS President [ ]
- [Simmental bulls to a top  of 3,100gns at Ballymena](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/simmental-bulls-to-a-top-of-3100gns-at-ballymena/) - Ballymena Mart was the venue for the NI Simmental Cattle Breeders’ Club’s evening show and sale of pedigree and commercial livestock. Bulls reached a ceiling of 3,100gns, while pedigree females sold to a top of 2,200gns. In the commercial section cows with calf at foot peaked at £1,300 twice, and maiden heifers sold to a [ ]
- [Young Members Trip 2018 Report](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/young-members-trip-2018-report/) - This year’s trip was shorter in time than it has been in the past, although we still managed to fit in two herd visits, the stock judging competition, laser tag, a social evening and a presentation dinner. We began the trip with a herd visit to Kilbride Farm, where we saw some fantastic [ ]
- [Cornwall Simmental Club Commercial Day 2018](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/cornwall-simmental-club-commercial-day-2018/) - Beef cattle breeders from St Buryan to Bude attended the seventh commercial open day organised by Cornwall Simmental Club on Sunday 9th September. Warmly welcomed by Phil and Lesley Martyn Uglow at Hornacott Farm, Boyton, Launceston the event was sponsored by the British Simmental Society. The farm tour was preceded by a talk given by [ ]
- [Cornwall Pedigree Calf Show Sunday 28th October 2018 Results British Simmental Section](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/cornwall-pedigree-calf-show-sunday-28th-october-2018-results-british-simmental-section/) - Bull Born 1st October 17 – December 31st 17 1st Bosahan Infinity (P) x Heathbrow Freddie Star (P) Champion Reserve Continental Interbreed Champion 2nd Killiworgie Ironside x Killiworgie Emperor 3rd Bosahan Iliad x Skerrington Armada Heifer Born 1st October 17 – December 31st 17 1st Bosahan Ivette Alseha x Heathbrow Freddie Star (P) [ ]
- [Dungannon Sale 24th March 2017](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/dungannon-sale-24th-march-2017/) - Simmental bulls to a top of 3,400gns at Dungannon Cookstown breeder Nigel Glasgow topped the Northern Ireland Simmental Cattle Breeders’ Club’s Dungannon show and sale with bids of 3,400gns and 3,300gns. Quality bulls with good conformation and above average Breedplan figures attracted a ready market from the packed ringside audience. Auctioneer Stephen Redmond confirmed that [ ]
- [Simmental wins “Best Breed Society Stand”](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/simmental-wins-best-breed-society-stand/) - Kelda Stewart, from Fans Farm, Berwickshire presents Neil Shand CEO and Emma McInnes (Young Members co-ordinator) with the award for “best breed Society stand” at the Scottish Beef Event. #motherofallbeefbreeds
- [Stirling Bull Sales 14th & 15th February 2016](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/stirling-bull-sales-14th-15th-february-2016/)
- [Young Members Trip Report 2017](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/young-members-trip-report-2017/) - CLICK HERE TO READ MORE .
- [Dungannon Sale 18th March 2016](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/6c0gmrtkhzekwj5u49lerfwgmo7nax/) - Simmental heifers to 5,400gns and bulls to 4,600gns at Dungannon Pedigree Simmental heifers soared to 5,400gns while bulls reached a ceiling of 4,600gns at the Northern Ireland breed club’s spring show and sale, held at Dungannon Farmers’ Mart. Claiming the day’s top price was the female champion and reserve supreme champion Cleenagh Good Girl, a [ ]
- [Balmoral Show May 2016](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/royal-ulster-show-13th-may-2016/) - Sligo breeder reigns Supreme in Simmental Championship line up Females dominated the Simmental championship line-up at this year’s Balmoral Show. Toast of the showring was the sixteen-month-old heifer Tawley Gretta, shown by first-time Balmoral exhibitor Kieran Mullarkey who had made the trip from Ballinfull in County Sligo. Bred by Irish breeder Declan Oats, she was [ ]
- [Ballinalare & Ranfurly  2nd Production Sale 3rd September 2016](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/ballinalare-ranfurly-2nd-production-sale-3rd-september-2016/) - Ranfurly heifer tops Simmental production sale at 8,800gns Prices reached a ceiling of 8,800gns at the 2nd production sale from the noted Ballinalare Farm and Ranfurly Simmental herds, conducted by Taaffe Auctions at Dungannon. Leading the entry from David Hazelton’s Ranfurly Herd was the much-admired Ranfurly Lady Diana 24th, winner of numerous accolades throughout the [ ]
- [Redhill Reduction Sale on Behalf of Mr D & DM Leslie – Sale Report](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/redhill-reduction-sale-on-behalf-of-mr-d-dm-leslie-sale-report/) - REDHILL REDUCTION SALE HELD AT ABERDEEN NORTHERN MARTS, THAINSTONE ON 27TH SEPTEMBER 2016 Major Herd Reduction of Pedigree Simmental Cattle on behalf of D D M Leslie, Redhill Farm, Mosstowie. Top price on the day was 2900gns for Redhill Maisie, a Hiltonstown Valentino daughter out of a Woodhall Nando daughter, purchased by Andrew [ ]
- [Stars of the Future report 12th November 2016](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/stars-of-the-future-report-12th-november-2016/) - Stars of the Future Calf show 12th November 2016 – United Auctions A great show of calves came forward for the annual Stars of the Future event held at United Auctions in Stirling on the 12th November, Judging the Calf Show was Mr David Donnelly, (Atlow Herd), Preserva (Midlands) Ltd, Atlow House, Moss Lane, Ashbourne, [ ]
- [Kilbride Farm leads Dungannon Simmental trade at 3,000gns twice](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/kilbride-farm-leads-dungannon-simmental-trade-at-3000gns-twice/) - Male and supreme overall champion at the NI Simmental Club s spring show and sale, Dungannon, was Kilbride Farm Eric ET shown by Michael Robson, Doagh. Adding their congratulations are Andrew Clarke, Tynan, judge; and Andrew Tecey, Danske Bank, sponsor. Simmental bulls reached a ceiling of 3,000gns twice at the Northern Ireland Club’s spring show and [ ]
- [Champion heifer tops elite Simmental entry at 6,600gns](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/champion-heifer-tops-elite-simmental-entry-at-6600gns/) - Supreme champion Lisglass Emerald attracted a top bid of 6,600gns at the NI Simmental Club s 45th Anniversary elite female show and sale. Reserve champion at the 45th Anniversary elite female show and sale was the Robson family s Kilbride Farm Eunice 169E. She sold for 5,600gns. . The first prize winning Derrycallaghan Fancy Me sold at [ ]
- [Promoting Health in Breeding Cattle](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/promoting-health-in-breeding-cattle/)
- [Stirling October Bull Sales](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/stirling-october-bull-sales-1/) - Learn More
- [Regional Associations](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/igmap/6415-2/)
- [United Auctions Stirling Bull Sales](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/united-auctions-stirling-bull-sales/)
- [Woodford Heifer Leads Dungannon Simmental Entry at 2,800 guineas](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/woodford-heifer-leads-dungannon-simmental-entry-at-2800-guineas/) - Pedigree Simmental heifers reached a ceiling of 2,800gns, while bulls sold to a top of 2,400gns at the Northern Ireland club’s annual autumn show and sale, hosted by Dungannon Farmers’ Mart. Sale leader at 2,800gns was the day’s reserve female champion Woodford Daisy 2nd, bred and exhibited by Thelma Gorman, and husband Peter, from Armagh, [ ]
- [Dungannon Spring 2010 – Easter Success for Simmental Breeders](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/dungannon-spring-2010/) - It was standing room only at this years N.I. Simmental Cattle Breeders Club Spring Show and Sale in Dungannon Farmers Mart on Tuesday 6th April 2010. A packed ringside witnessed an outstanding show of both pedigree and commercial Simmental cattle. Judge Kenneth Veitch from Lisbellaw awarded the Northern Bank Supreme Championship to the June 2008 [ ]
- [Newark Sale 12th March 2016](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/newa/) - Topping the day s trade at 4000gns was Burghbridge Fleming 14 bred by Mr C J G Clarke, Villa Farm, Cretingham Road, Otley, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP6 9PB, a Horsfordmanor Bonus 10 son out of a Brinkton Major daughter. Burghbridge fleming Also selling at 4000gns was Burghbridge Figaro 14 from Mr C J G Clarke, Villa Farm, [ ]
- [Young Members Trip 25th – 27th August 2017 – Full Itinerary now available](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/young-members-trip-25th-27th-august-2017-full-itinerary-now-available/) - Click on the picture to view the full itinerary. This is going to be a trip not to be missed this year. Please contact Emma McInnes on 07920 485059 or the Society office to book your place. Last day for booking on the trip is Friday 4th August.
- [Michael Stronach receives the New Trend Trophy – Stirling February Bull Sales](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/michael-stronach-receives-the-new-trend-trophy-stirling-february-bull-sales/) - Rhys Grenham (Boars Head) presenting Michael Stronach (Islavale) with the New Trend Trophy for the Best Stockperson at the Stirling February Bull Sales 2017
- [Simmental club support for NSPCC](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/simmental-club-support-for-nspcc/) - The Northern Ireland Simmental Cattle Breeders’ Club has presented a cheque for £6,250 to the National Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children (NSPCC). The money was raised at the club’s annual charity BBQ and auction, held recently in Dungannon Rugby Club. Presenting the cheque, club chairman Nigel Glasgow, thanked everyone who had contributed [ ]
- [Stirling May Multi-Breed Show and Sale](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/stirling-may-2011/) - Once again strong demand for the breed was shown at the Perth Multibreed Sale held in Stirling on 2nd May 2011. 32 Bulls sold giving a 82% Clearance, they were sold at a sales average of £3340.31 Topping the sale at 5500gns was Islavale Ajay, a Chestermann Varney son and was bred by Mr W [ ]
- [Simmental Male and Female of the Year Awards Presented](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/simmental-male-and-female-of-the-year-awards-presented/) - The Male and Female of the Year Awards sponsored by Danske Bank is one of the most prestigious competitions in the Northern Ireland Simmental Club’s annual calendar. The competition has been running since 1997, and in keeping with its long-standing tradition, the winners were announced recently at Fermanagh County Show in Enniskillen. The crystal awards [ ]
- [Bristol Show and Sale –  Simmental sell to 4,200gns at Bristol](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/bristol-apr10/) - The Simmental Society show and sale took place at the Bristol Sales Centre with vendors from no less than seventeen different counties participating. In the pre- sale show the judge Mr. John Moore of Northern Ireland awarded the male champion to ‘Penwern Wilson’ exhibited by Mr. R Jenkins of Newcastle Emlyn, Ceredigion, who later sold [ ]
- [Perth Autumn Sale](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/perth-autumn-sale-2/) - Simmental average on the up at Perth sales A TOP quality entry of Simmental bulls at Perth saw 105 head average £3,437 up £637 on last year, when 101 were sold. The top price of 15,000 guineas was for the supreme champion, the April 2002 Blackford Nobleman, from Bill MacPherson, Blackford, Croy, Inverness. This [ ]
- [Society Monitor Farm](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/society-monitor-farm/) - Society monitor farm to be featured in the Farmers Weekly commencing 9th October 2015
- [Dirnanean Herd Dispersal Sale Report](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/dirnanean-herd-dispersal-sale-report/) - Dirnanean Herd Dispersal Sale Simmental cattle enthusiasts were out in force at Stirling Agricultural Centre on Saturday 12th September to see the Dirnanean herd dispersal sale.
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- [Stone Acton Farm](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/project/stone-acton-farm/) - The Review features the Turner family at Stone Acton Farm, Church Stretton, Shropshire and where the multi trait strengths of the Simmental breed are providing the basis of a flexible low input system.
- [Denizies Herd](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/project/denizies-herd/) - Herd feature on Michael Barlow and sons John and Matthew, and their Denizes pedigree herd at Littlewood Hall Farm, Lancashire.
- [Igniting Genetic Improvement In British Simmental](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/project/igniting-genetic-improvement-in-british-simmental/) - Breeding lies at the foundation of any beef production system. Whilst herd breeding decisions are just one element of cattle management, selecting superior parents for breeding will lead to cumulative and permanent gains in herd productivity, profitability and efficiency
- [Simmentals Dual-Purpose Traits Paying Dividends at Ballystrone](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/project/simmentals-dual-purpose-traits-paying-dividends-at-ballystrone/) - Commercial feature on Allister Calvin, County Londonderry who is seeing the strengths of the Simmental breed in producing suckler replacements, and in bull beef finishing.
- [Elite Simmental Sale Tops at 12,000 Guineas](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/ni-elitesale-2010/) - Prices reached a ceiling of 12,000gns, and 20 lots sold to average £3,654 per head, at the 40th Anniversary Elite Female Show and Sale, held at Omagh. The event, hosted by the Northern Ireland Simmental Cattle Breeders’ Club, attracted numerous breed enthusiasts from throughout England, Scotland, Wales, and the north and south of Ireland. Hitting [ ]
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- [JAMES HODGE’S GOLDSTAR HERD WINS THE SIMMENTAL YOUNGSTOCK SHOW WITH DENIZES MELODY 62ND!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/james-hodges-goldstar-herd-wins-the-simmental-youngstock-show-with-denizes-melody-62nd/) - The April 2024 heifer Denizes Melody 62nd from the Goldstar herd of Ayrshire’s James Hodge, Dundonald, lifted the Overall Supreme, and Senior Champion titles at the Simmental Youngstock Show held within the Borderway Agri Expo yesterday, Friday 31st October at Harrison Hetherington’s Borderway Mart. This growing Simmental show, held in the fantastic new extension [ ]
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- [POPES PRINCESS LUMI ‘DOUBLES UP’ AND WINS SIMMENTAL OVERALL SUPREME AT THE 2026 ROYAL WELSH SHOW!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/popes-princess-lumi-doubles-up-and-wins-simmental-overall-supreme-at-the-2026-royal-welsh-show/) - Popes Princess Lumi wins Simmental Overall Supreme Ranfurly Weikel 55th takes Overall Reserve Denizes Nugget wins Male Championship Moelfrynmawr Sam Tan 25 (P) Junior Male Champion Simmentals take Reserve in Interbreed Team of Five Bringing the quality, the April 2020 born Popes Princess Lumi from Jimmy Vikki Wood, Popes Farm, Dutton, Preston, stepped up [ ]
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- [10,000GNS GILLVIEW RANGER SETS NEW SIMMENTAL RECORD AT DUNGANNON SALE!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/10000gns-gillview-ranger-sets-new-simmental-record-at-dungannon-sale/) - Gillview Ranger the first Simmental bull to sell at five figures at NI Society sale Bulls average £5814.37, a new breed record, and up by £366.80 100% clearance rate Records were broken at the British Simmental Cattle Society’s Sale at Dungannon Farmers Mart on Friday 27th March when local breeder Ryan Gilmour sold Gillview Ranger [ ]
- [2025 NEXT GEN V SIMMENTAL FEMALE SALE BEING HELD ALONGSIDE RED LADIES LIMOUSIN SALE IN DECEMBER AT CARLISLE!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/sale-announcement-2025-next-gen-v-simmental-female-sale-being-held-alongside-red-ladies-limousin-sale-in-december-at-carlisle/) - PLEASE NOTE: 2025 NEXT GEN V SIMMENTAL FEMALE SALE BEING HELD ALONGSIDE RED LADIES LIMOUSIN SALE IN DECEMBER AT CARLISLE! Sale Date Friday 12th December Closing date for entries 10th October In a major sale date change, the British Simmental Cattle Society is pleased to announce that the fifth staging of the Next Generation Sale [ ]
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- [SIMMENTAL ‘MONEY MAKERS’ AT COMMERCIAL SALES ACROSS SCOTLAND!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/simmental-money-makers-at-commercial-sales-across-scotland/) - Sales at Thainstone, UA Stirling, Caledonian Marts, Lanark, Ayr, Newton Stewart, Quoybrae, and Dumfries featured. Moving round the UK, we’re back in Scotland and looking at markets across Scotland in this last two to three weeks and where flexible, efficient Simmentals continue to top commercial sale sections. Giving you milk and maternal, easy calving, super [ ]
- [‘TWIN WIN’ AS CRUGMELYN RGLEN WINS SIMMENTAL OVERALL SUPREME AT THE 2025 ROYAL WELSH SHOW!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/twin-win-as-crugmelyn-rglen-wins-simmental-overall-supreme-at-the-2025-royal-welsh-show/) - Treverbyn Roxi takes Female Championship and Overall Reserve Crugmelyn Rynys wins Reserve Male Championship Simmental Team Wins Interbreed Young Handler Pairs Banwy Rambo places 3rd in the Elite Junior Bull Interbreed Multiple births have been a bit of a theme in the Simmental breed at this year’s summer shows and was the case again at [ ]
- [20,000GNS BLUE CEDAR PETER (PP) BREAKS SIMMENTAL ALL-BREEDS RECORD AT WORCESTER SALE!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/20000gns-blue-cedar-peter-pp-breaks-simmental-all-breeds-record-at-worcester-sale/) - Beanhill Ryan 24 makes 11,000gns Wroxall Pornstar 23 (P) makes 9,000gns 20,000gns a new all-breeds centre record, and record for a Simmental bull sold in England It was a record breaking day at the Worcester Simmental Sale held on Saturday 3rd May, at McCartneys Worcester Livestock Market. Selling at 20,000gns and setting a new all-breeds [ ]
- [ROCCO RULES’ AS TILLYEVE WIN CLASS THREE OF THE 2025 SIMMENTAL VIRTUAL SHOW!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/rocco-rules-as-tillyeve-win-class-three-of-the-2025-simmental-virtual-show/) - It’s that time of the week, with the third big reveal of this year’s Simmental Virtual Show, and the results for Class Three Bull born on or between 1st January 2023 31st July 2024. Taking top spot this week in a terrific class of 56 bulls, is Tillyeve Rocco from Messrs C M Bruce, [ ]
- [7200GNS CORRICK PRESLEY SETS NEW SIMMENTAL SALE RECORD AT DUNGANNON](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/7200gns-corrick-presley-sets-new-simmental-sale-record-at-dungannon/) - Bulls average £5477.50, a new breed record, and up by £1,897 on the year Three bulls make 6000gns and over 75% clearance rate It was a record-breaking day for Cecil and Scott McIlwaine, Corrick, Newtonstewart, Co Tyrone who sold Corrick Presley for 7200gns at the British Simmental Cattle Society’s Sale held at Dungannon Farmers Mart [ ]
- [15,500GNS DELFUR PRINCE LEADS RECORD SIMMENTAL AVERAGE AND 100% CLEARANCE AT STIRLING MAY SALE!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/15500gns-delfur-prince-leads-record-simmental-average-and-100-clearance-at-stirling-may-sale/) - 25 bulls set new £8795 May Sale record average, up £2075 on the year 100% clearance of bulls forward Seven bulls make 10,000gns and above Islavale bulls take Championship and Reserve Fifth consecutive year a new record Simmental average set at the Stirling May Sale The 15,500gns Delfur Prince 23 (ET), from Delfur Farms, Rothes, [ ]
- [JALEX DOES IT AGAIN WITH SIMMENTAL CHAMPION ‘KATIE’ MAKING £7,800 AT 2024 ROYAL ULSTER BEEF & LAMB CHAMPIONSHIP](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/jalex-does-it-again-with-simmental-champion-katie-making-7800-at-2024-royal-ulster-beef-lamb-championship/) - It’s another massive tip of the hat to James Alexander, Randalstown, who sold his heifer, the day’s Simmental Champion, for £7800, at the Royal Ulster Beef Lamb Championship on Tuesday 26th November. The £7,800 figure is a Simmental record at what was the seventh staging of this event, held in the Logan Hall at [ ]
- [BALLINALARE FARM NIKITA’S WIN AT 2025 NI SIMMENTAL NATIONAL SHOW SECURES ‘FAMOUS’ DOUBLE HAT-TRICK!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/ballinalare-farm-nikitas-win-at-2025-ni-simmental-national-show-secures-famous-double-hat-trick/) - Ballinalare Farm Nikita wins Individual Interbreed Overall Reserve Ranfurly Weikel 56th R5 takes Overall Reserve, and Junior Champion The all-conquering first calved heifer Ballinalare Farm Nikita from Joe Alan Wilson, Newry, with her twin calves at foot, swept to a third consecutive NI Simmental National Show Overall Supreme title today at Clogher Valley Show. [ ]
- [NAVARONE ‘GUNS IT’ AS STORERSMITH SIMMENTALS WIN 2025 ENGLISH NATIONAL SHOW AT THE ROYAL LANCASHIRE!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/navarone-guns-it-as-storersmith-simmentals-win-2025-english-national-show-at-the-royal-lancashire/) - Simmentals Win Interbreed team of Four Denizes Trixi Belle Wins Interbreed Cow Calf Taking the ‘big win’ at the 2025 Simmental English National, held within the Royal Lancashire Show on 19th July, was Richard and Louise Storer Smith, Uttoxeter, Staffordshire, who lifted the breed’s Overall Supreme Championship with their rising three year old bull [ ]
- [2024 East Anglian Herd Competition Results](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/2024-east-anglian-herd-competition-results/) - Best Bull Calf 1st Wacton Russell RE SHW Steggles 2nd Hemingford Red Rum James Griffin 3rd Cade Riddick PA SM Cade Yearling Bull 1st Hemmingford Pluto James Griffin 2nd Fircovert Pilot P Gunther 3rd Wacton Peroni RE SHW Steggles Stock Bull 1st Heathbrow Klassik James Robin Brice 2nd Denizes Juggernant RE [ ]
- [Cornwall Club May Newsletter](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/cornwall-club-may-newsletter/) - Cornwall Club May Newsletter Please click on the above to view the latest newsletter from the Cornwall club
- [“NORTH STAR RISES”: VALE ROYAL SHINES BRIGHT TO WIN SIMMENTAL ‘VIRTUAL SHOW’ SENIOR BULL CLASS!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/north-star-rises-vale-royal-shines-bright-to-win-simmental-virtual-show-senior-bull-class/) - We’re loving this week’s Simmental Virtual Show Class and with it having been the turn of the ‘big boys’ in Class Five Senior bull born on or before 31/12/2023. Twenty seven modern senior bulls displaying all the qualities of top Simmental sires in herds around the United Kingdom. Great to see, and thank you [ ]
- [CATALOGUE NOW OUT FOR THE HEATHBROW POLLED SIMMENTAL HERD DISPERSAL SALE ON 23RD OCTOBER AT UNITED AUCTIONS, STIRLING AGRICULTURAL CENTRE](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/catalogue-now-out-for-the-heathbrow-polled-simmental-herd-dispersal-sale-on-23rd-october-at-united-auctions-stirling-agricultural-centre/) - Following hot on the heels of the Stirling Simmental Bull Sale on Monday October 23rd is the much-anticipated Complete Dispersal Sale of the Heathbrow Polled Simmental Herd of David Lesley Sapsed, High Heath Farm, Codicote, Hitchin, Herts. The published catalogue is now out and you can view it by clicking here. A highly noted [ ]
- [POPES PRINCESS IMMIE POWERS THROUGH TO WIN 2023 SCOTTISH SIMMENTAL NATIONAL SHOW!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/popes-princess-immie-powers-through-to-win-2023-scottish-simmental-national-show/) - • Backmuir Overall Reserve with Annick Colleen’s Ginger• Popes Princess Immie wins Overall Individual Interbreed Dumfries Show provided the setting for the Simmental breed to put on a fantastic 2023 Scottish Simmental National Show on Saturday 5th August. The forecast rain just about held off long enough for the exhibitors from the north of England, [ ]
- [KILBRIDE FARM JETSTREAM 18 (P) FLOWS TO THE TOP OF CLASS FIVE OF THE 2023 BRITISH SIMMENTAL VIRTUAL SHOW COMPETITION!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/kilbride-farm-jetstream-18-p-flows-to-the-top-of-class-five-of-the-2023-british-simmental-virtual-show-competition/) - Today It’s ‘big reveal’ number five of the 2023 Simmental Virtual Show and the announcement of the results for the class of Senior bulls born on or before 31st December 2020, with 26 animals entered. It’s a big congratulations to W H Robson Son, Kilbride Farm, Ballyclare whose May 2018 born bull KILBRIDE FARM [ ]
- [SUCCESSFUL SIMMENTAL COMMERCIAL OPEN DAY AT TREFAIR FARM, ST EVAL, CORNWALL](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/successful-simmental-commercial-open-day-at-trefair-farm-st-eval-cornwall/) - The Cornwall Simmental Club Commercial Open Day, kindly hosted by Ian and Sandra Backway Family based at Trerair Farm, St Eval, saw a good turnout allied to some top cattle on Sunday 13th August. The Backways farm over one hundred and forty hectares and which borders the redundant R.A.F. St Eval airfield. The land [ ]
- [NEW & UPDATED:  BRITISH SIMMENTAL ADVANTAGES IN DAILY CARCASE GAIN SHOWN IN ANALYSIS OF NATIONAL BEEF EVALUATION DATA.](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/new-updated-british-simmental-advantages-in-daily-carcase-gain-shown-in-analysis-of-national-beef-evaluation-data/) - SIMMENTAL ADVANTAGES IN AGE AT SLAUGHTER, REDUCED FINISHING COSTS, MATERNAL TRAITS, AND IMPROVED ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT. Analysis of AHDB’s National Beef Evaluation (NBE) data (December) has shown that Simmental sired progeny have a superior Daily Carcase Gain in comparison to Continental sired, and Native sired progeny. This latest analysis is in addition to the first release [ ]
- [GAVIN BROWN’S ISLAVALE JABBA IS THE 2023 SIMMENTAL ‘CHAMPION OF EUROPE’](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/gavin-browns-islavale-jabba-is-the-2023-simmental-champion-of-europe/) - • Pistyll Nightrider takes Reserve Championship as UK Simmental genetics feature strongly It’s a massive well done to Gavin Brown of the Springfield Simmental herd, Springfield Farm, Penicuik who has won the 2023 Simmental Champion of Europe with his herd stock bull Islavale Jabba. The European Championship is held within the ‘Simmental Champion of the [ ]
- [NEW CLASSES INTRODUCED TO THE SIMMENTAL PEDIGREE YOUNGSTOCK SHOW AT THE 2023 BORDERWAY AGRI EXPO!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/new-classes-introduced-to-the-simmental-pedigree-youngstock-show-at-the-2023-borderway-agri-expo/) - The North West Simmental Breeders Club, in association with the British Simmental Cattle Society, is delighted to announce the addition of four new classes to the annual Simmental Pedigree Youngstock Show held within the Borderway Agri Expo at Carlisle, and this year on Friday 27th October. Extending the age range for entries, two new classes [ ]
- [IT’S A ‘NOBLE WYNN’ FOR NEWBIEMAINS AT THE BORDERWAY SIMMENTAL CALF SHOW](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/its-a-noble-wynn-for-newbiemains-at-the-borderway-simmental-calf-show/) - The British Simmental Cattle Society and North West Simmental Club annual calf show took place within Harrison Hetherington’s Borderway Agri Expo at Carlisle on Friday 28 October. Featuring 14 classes including a young handlers section, Simmental breeders travelled from throughout Scotland and the North of England to show off their Simmental young stock. The [ ]
- [5500GNS GRANGEWOOD LUCAS TOPS WORCESTER SIMMENTAL SALE](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/5500gns-grangewood-lucas-tops-worcester-simmental-sale/) - 17 bulls sell, up 8 on the year, to average £3996 7 bulls sell at 4000gns and more Popes herd lifts Champion Reserve in the bulls Fole Dispersal Sale tops at 3200gns Grangewood Lucas from Mr Mrs AS YA Leedham, Rowan Farm, Lockton, Pickering, North Yorks sold for 5500gns to lead the British Simmental [ ]
- [BLACKPOOL HERD ‘LIGHTS UP’ MIDLANDS SIMMENTAL HERD COMPETITION!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/blackpool-herd-lights-up-midlands-simmental-herd-competition/) - In results released for the 2025 competition, the Blackpool herd lifted a series of awards and which included: Overall Herd Winners; Medium Herd Winners; Best Cow Family; Best Maiden Heifers; and Best In-Calf Heifers. A tremendous performance amidst some strong competition. Commenting on the Blackpool Simmental cattle, the Midlands Simmental herd competition judge, Dafydd Jones [ ]
- [LISGLASS SHOWMAN DAZZLES IN CLASS ONE OF THE 2026 VIRTUAL SHOW](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/lisglass-showman-dazzles-in-class-one-of-the-2026-virtual-show/) - Here we are with the first “big reveal” of this year’s Simmental Virtual Show, and announcing the results for Class One -Bull Calf born on or after 1st August 2025. It’s a big shout out to JL CJ Weatherup, Irish Hill, Ballyclare, who secured first place with Lisglass Showman 25 born September 2025 sired [ ]
- [‘FOUR-MIDABLE’ BALLINALARE NIKITA MAKES BALMORAL SHOW SIMMENTAL HISTORY!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/four-midable-ballinalare-nikita-makes-balmoral-show-simmental-history/) - Ballinalare Farm Nikita Wins Overall Simmental Supreme for fourth consecutive year Lisglass Sapphire takes Overall reserve Junior Champion Mullynock Scorpio is crowned Male Champion Rewriting the Simmental record books is the amazing Ballinalare Farm Nikita from Joe Alan Wilson, Newry, who with her cracking heifer calf at foot, won a record breaking fourth [ ]
- [Cornwall Young Handlers 2021](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/cornwall-young-handlers-2021/) - To view the Schedule for the Cornwall Young Handlers event on Wednesday 25th August 2021, please click on the link below: https://britishsimmental.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Cornwall-Young-Handlers-Schedule.pdf
- [6000GNS TIRLEY BUTTERCUP LEADS WELSHPOOL SIMMENTAL TRADE](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/6000gns-tirley-buttercup-leads-welshpool-simmental-trade/) - Wroxall, and Pistyll bulls sell to 5500gns 22 lots sold in all across the catalogue The four year old Tirley Buttercup from Steve White Tarporley, Cheshire, sold with her heifer calf at foot, Tirley Tulip, made 6000gns to lead the establishing Welshpool Simmental Sale held on Thursday 21st May, at Welshpool Livestock Sales, Buttington Cross, [ ]
- [‘REGAL’ POPES PRINCESSES SIMMENTAL HEIFERS SELL TO 15,000GNS!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/regal-popes-princesses-simmental-heifers-sell-to-15000gns/) - Popes heifers at 15,000gns x 2; 14,000 x 2; 13,000ngs 20 Popes heifers average £8610 The much anticipated Popes Princesses Production Sale of 20 pedigree Simmental heifers, from Jimmy Vikki Wood, Popes Farm, Dutton, Preston, Lancashire, lived up to all expectations with a fantastic trade seeing heifers at 15,000gns, 14,000gns, 13,000gns, and with a [ ]
- [BACKING NATURAL FLESH AND LOW INPUTS](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/backing-natural-flesh-and-low-inputs/) - Gavin and Anna Brown have been breeding pedigree Simmental cattle for 12 years, having started with just two Highland cows a year earlier. Today, their Midlothian farm carries 30 pure Simmental females, eight Simmental-cross females, 14 Highland cattle, 200 commercial sheep and 30 pure Suffolks. Springfield Farm, near Penicuik in Midlothian, extends to 300 acres, [ ]
- [13,000GNS ISLAVALE RINGO TOPS THE SIMMENTALS, AND ALL-BREEDS PRICES, AT ABERDEEN SPRING SHOW & SALE!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/13000gns-islavale-ringo-tops-the-simmentals-and-all-breeds-prices-at-aberdeen-spring-show-sale/) - Auchorachan to 11,800gns; Pitmudie to 11,000gns Nine Simmentals average £8,960, up by £1190, and a new centre record average 100% clearance of Simmental bulls forward Islavale Ringo from WS Stronach, Berrleys, Grange, Keith, made 13,000gns to lead the Simmental Sale and top the all-breeds price at the Multi-Breed Aberdeen Spring Show Sale at Thainstone, [ ]
- [30,000GNS ISLAVALE, AND GRANGEWOOD BULLS LEAD STIRLING SIMMENTALS AS  67 BULLS SELL AT 10,000GNS AND OVER!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/30000gns-islavale-and-grangewood-bulls-lead-stirling-simmentals-as-67-bulls-sell-at-10000gns-and-over/) - 67 bulls at 10,000gns and over, within that 11 over 20,000gns 106 bulls sold (+12), sell to average £12,294 (+£2462) £12,294 an all-breeds record average at Stirling 92% clearance rate 67 bulls at 10,000gns and over, within that 11 at or over 20,000gns Simmentals lead the breed averages, and numbers sold over the Stirling fortnight [ ]
- [15,000GNS DENIZES AND CADE HEIFERS TOP THE SIMMENTAL NEXT GEN V SALE!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/15000gns-denizes-and-cade-heifers-top-the-simmental-next-gen-v-sale/) - 14,000gns record price for Islavale heifer calf Served Heifers average £7962 Maiden Heifers average £4318 Heifer Calves average £9975 There were a few early Christmas crackers at Borderway Mart, Carlisle on Friday 12th December as two heifers made 15,000gns, and with a weaned heifer calf at 14,000gns, to lead the fifth staging of the Next [ ]
- [RANFURLY ‘CLEANS UP’ AT FOUR BREED CALF SHOW!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/ranfurly-cleans-up-at-four-breed-calf-show/) - Report from Cara Moore, NI Simmental Cattle Breeders Club Simmental breeders from around Northern Ireland and Scotland flocked to Ballymena Livestock Market on Saturday 22nd November for the Annual Four Breed Calf Show with fellow Saler, British Blonde and British Blue clubs. The expert judge for the event was Heather Duff from the Pitmudie herd, [ ]
- [8200GNS RECORD PRICE TOPS TERRIFIC LAMBCLOSE SIMMENTAL DISPERSAL SALE AT WELSHPOOL!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/8200gns-record-price-tops-terrific-lambclose-simmental-dispersal-sale-at-welshpool/) - 8200gns a record for a Simmental bull sold at auction in Wales Top price Cow Calf as a unit 7300gns 104 lots grosses £336,163 29 Cows Calves as units average £6,161 12 Cows calves as units make 6000gns or more 85 lots sold into Wales Two stock bulls gross 14,400gns Buyers from [ ]
- [MAVSEY ‘HIT THE ‘JACKPOT’ TO WIN CLASS 8 OF THE 2021 VIRTUAL SIMMENTAL SHOW](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/mavsey-hit-the-jackpot-to-win-class-8-of-the-2021-virtual-simmental-show/) - ngratulations to Jonathan Sinclair Gunn, from the Mavsey herd, Lybster, Caithness who has topped Class 8 of the 2021 Virtual Simmental Show with Corskie Jackpot 18. A September 2018 born bull, Corskie Jackpot 18 is a Dirnanean Bradley son and out of Corskie Frolic, a Bel Dhu Capercaillie daughter. He was purchased from the Corskie herd at the February 2020 Stirling sale.
- [‘MONEY MAKING SIMMENTALS’ TOPPING COMMERCIAL SALES ACROSS ENGLAND!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/money-making-simmentals-topping-commercial-sales-across-england/) - We’re continuing to take snapshots of Simmentals doing the business in commercial sale rings around the UK. Today we’re highlighting just some Simmy toppers from sales across England in this last three weeks. Simmentals giving you all of the milk and maternal qualities you’d expect as well as leading age at slaughter, and leading daily [ ]
- [SIMMENTALS TOPPING COMMERCIAL SALES ACROSS SCOTLAND!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/simmentals-topping-commercial-sales-across-scotland/) - Sales at Thainstone, UA Stirling, Caledonian Marts, Lanark, Ayr, Fort William, and Dumfries featured. We’re back in Scotland, looking at this last fortnight, and featuring auction marts where Simmental cattle are doing the business and with leading top prices across all sale commercial sale sections. Giving you milk and maternal, leading age at slaughter, and [ ]
- [STRONG TRADE AT SALTIRE SIMMENTAL REDUCTION TOPS AT 4800GNS](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/strong-trade-at-saltire-simmental-reduction-tops-at-4800gns/) - 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 sales but also produced genetics that have spread into [ ]
- [£13,250 X 2 LEADS TREMENDOUS INCHEOCH SIMMENTAL BULL TRADE](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/13250-x-2-leads-tremendous-incheoch-simmental-bull-trade/) - 11 Simmentals (all polled) average £9182 (+£3924) £13,250 new ‘Working Genes’ Simmental top price Four bulls make over £10,000 The Simmental trade was on fire yesterday, 9th September, at the annual ‘Working Genes’ Sale held at the McGowan family’s Incheoch Farms, Alyth, Blairgowrie. Two bulls topped the Simmental trade at £13,250, a record Simmental price [ ]
- [CORNWALL CLUB COMMERCIAL OPEN DAY](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/cornwall-club-commercial-open-day/)
- [VALE ROYAL NORTH STAR IS 2025 SIMMENTAL VIRTUAL SHOW MALE CHAMPION!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/vale-royal-north-star-is-2025-simmental-virtual-show-male-champion/) - Here we go on ‘Simmental Super Sunday’ with the Championships of this year’s Simmental Virtual Show! From over 140 Simmental bulls entered in this year’s competition, the 2025 Male Champion is Vale Royal North Star from the Mixbury Hall herd of Mr VC Bailey, Mixbury Hall Farm, Brackley, Northants. North Star prevailed over his fellow [ ]
- [PRETTY IN ‘PINK’: CORSKIE HEIFER WINS CLASS FOUR OF THE 2025 SIMMENTAL VIRTUAL SHOW!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/pretty-in-pink-corskie-heifer-wins-class-four-of-the-2025-simmental-virtual-show/) - Here we go again, it’s big reveal time as we announce the winners of this weeks’ Simmental Virtual Show with the results for Class Four Female born on or between 1st January 2023 and 31st July 2024. This was a top, top class, the largest this year to date, with a mighty 117 Simmental [ ]
- [BACKMUIR’S ANNICK GINGER’S LUCIA WINS 2025 SCOTTISH SIMMENTAL NATIONAL SHOW!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/backmuirs-annick-gingers-lucia-wins-2025-scottish-simmental-national-show/) - James Hodge’s Denizes Melody 62nd takes Reserve Overall Supreme and Junior Champion Grangewood Robert The Bruce Wins Overall male Championship She’s only gone and done it again! The amazing Annick Ginger’s Lucia, from Reece Andrew Simmers, Backmuir Farm, Keith, Banffshire, extended her remarkable show record when winning the Overall Simmental Supreme Championship, and Female [ ]
- [GAVIN BROWN, ‘THE MAN IN THE MIDDLE’, AT THE UPCOMING STIRLING SIMMENTAL BULL SALE!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/gavin-brown-the-man-in-the-middle-at-the-upcoming-stirling-simmental-bull-sale/) - At the pre-sale show of bulls being held on Sunday May 4th at 11am, Gavin Brown of the noted Springfield Simmental herd, Penicuik, Midlothian will be the very capable ‘man in the middle’ as the judge for the day. Gavin and his wife Anna established the Springfield herd in 2014, some four years after purchasing [ ]
- [SIMMENTALS AT THE HEART OF THE SIMMERS FAMILY LARGE-SCALE CATTLE ENTERPRISE](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/simmentals-at-the-heart-of-the-simmers-family-large-scale-cattle-enterprise/) - Feature on the pedigree and commercial cattle enterprise, comprising some 600 cows, of the Simmers family, Backmuir Farm, Keith, Banffshire.
- [PART FIVE OF THE 2023 SIMMENTAL YEAR REVIEW!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/part-five-of-the-2023-simmental-year-review/) - So far we’ve highlighted the trend in the year which was increased registrations; record sale averages and clearance rates; interbreed wins and breed showcases in the show ring; and independent data highlighting the performance and profitability of Simmental cattle. The final months of the year were to deliver more of the same and then some…starting [ ]
- [MERKLAND SIMMENTAL BULLING HEIFERS SELL TO A CRACKING £3650 AT STIRLING!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/merkland-simmental-bulling-heifers-sell-to-a-cracking-3650-at-stirling/) - Strong demand for Simmental breeding femalesSimm X Heifers bull calves to £3400Simm cows bull calves to £3400Simm cows heifer calves to £3300 The trade for commercial Simmental breeding cattle was on fire at United Auctions Livestock Auctioneers, Stirling on Monday May 1st with quality Simmentals in demand throughout the categories. Leading [ ]
- [NEON LIGHTS UP CLASS ONE OF THE 2022 BRITISH SIMMENTAL VIRTUAL SHOW](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/neon-lights-up-class-one-of-the-2022-british-simmental-virtual-show/) - Mixbury Hall Neon takes 1st place in the first class of the 2022 British Simmental Virtual Show, Bull Calf born on or after 1st August 2021.With a fantastic 51 entries, the show certainly kicked off in style! The red ticket winner Mixbury Hall Neon 22, was presented by Mr VC Bailey, Brackley, Northamptonshire, and is [ ]
- [ROCKYTOP SIMMENTAL BULL SELLS TO £4000 AT DINGWALL](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/rockytop-simmental-bull-sells-to-4000-at-dingwall/) - The November 2020 born Simmental bull Rockytop Lennox from Gary Angela Christie, Birchfield, Glass, Huntly sold for an excellent £4000 at Dingwall and Highland Marts special sale of 287 adult head of breeding cattle yesterday, Wednesday 18th May. Sired by Rathnashan Jasper and out of Rockytop Willows Holliday, a Corskie Cannon daughter, Rockytop Lennox [ ]
- [KILLIWORGIE MIRANDAS LOTTI IS CROWNED THE SUPREME CHAMPION OF THE 2022 SIMMENTAL ‘VIRTUAL’ SHOW](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/killiworgie-mirandas-lotti-is-crowned-the-supreme-champion-of-the-2022-simmental-virtual-show/) - After seven weeks, six main classes and the Female and Male Championships, we have reached the pinnacle of this years British Simmental Virtual show. Now in its third year, the competition was launched in 2020 to bring ‘some fun and competition’ for members, who were missing the summer show season during the Covid pandemic. Due [ ]
- [Carlisle Show and Sale](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/carlisle-show-sale07/) - The British Simmental Society held its Annual Spring Sale at Carlisle and drew a strong crowd for the quality entry of bulls and females. The sale saw an increased entry and averages were up £75 for the bulls on the previous year with more sold giving a 78% clearance. Buyers and sellers alike had come [ ]
- [For Sale at Thainstone Market on Tuesday 6th of May,](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/for-sale-at-thainstone-market-on-tuesday-6th-of-may/) - For Sale at Thainstone Market on Tuesday 6th of May, Simmental X heifers with Simmental Calves at foot ( Dirnanean bred) Further details on Stock Xchange
- [Carlisle Spring Sale (including Draft Sale from the Distillery Herd and the Midhope Herd)](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/carlisle-spring-sale-including-draft-sale-from-the-distillery-herd-and-the-midhope-herd/) - Top price was 4,200gns for Wishful Nina. This very smart January 02 born heifer, after winning the female Championship, went on to take the overall supreme as well. She was sired by Brinkton Bonzo and out of Greenside Holly Maureen and sold in calf to Brinkton Brilliant. Mr and Mrs David Mills of Wishful [ ]
- [Scottish Simmental Club Annual Show and Sale of Commercial Simmental Females](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/scottish-simmental-club-annual-show-and-sale-of-commercial-simmental-females/) - The Scottish Club held its Annual Show of Commercial females at United Auctions, Stirling Mart on 7th May 2012. Simmental heifers were clearly in demand for their excellent Maternal ability, with the First prize pen of four heifers over 15 months from Clive Houldey, Kirtleton, selling for £1400 with bulling heifers selling to £1700 for [ ]
- [Edenvale Herd Scoops Top Honours at Balmoral Debut](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/edenvale-herd-scoops-top-honours-at-balmoral-debut/) - By Julie Hazelton The Templepatrick-based Bruces Hill Cattle Company claimed the championship plaudits at this year’s Balmoral Show. Breed newcomer Mike Frazer founded the Edenvale herd in 2009, and was making his debut appearance on the Northern Ireland Simmental show circuit. Judge, Bertie Houston, Newtowncunningham, County Donegal, awarded the male and supreme overall championship to [ ]
- [Kilmore hat-trick](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/kilmore-hat-trick/) - Simmental finale at Fermanagh County Show By Julie Hazelton The Armagh-based Kilmore Simmental Herd scored a hat-trick at Fermanagh County Show, scooping the breed’s supreme and reserve overall championships, and the prestigious Ivomec Super Pair of the Year award. Owned by County Armagh businessman Chris Traynor, the Kilmore Herd was founded five years ago and [ ]
- [Perth Spring Show and Sale](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/perth-spring-2006/) - A packed sale room saw 59 of the 63 females forward find new homes at Monday’s female sale at Perth; several went to new buyers with the top price of 5500gns being paid by Mr Tallintire of High Griseburn, Gt Asby, Cumbria for Hockenhull Snow Queen. This 9yr old cow by Ravensworth Carefree has a [ ]
- [ADDED VALUE SIMMENTALS TOPPING COMMERCIAL SALES AROUND THE UK!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/added-value-simmentals-topping-commercial-sales-around-the-uk/) - EXETER; HALLWORTHY; CARLISLE; DUNGANNON; MONMOUTHSHIRE; DINGWALL; BENTHAM; LANARK; MARKET DRAYTON; SEDGEMOOR; BAKEWELL; WHITLAND; THAINSTONE; HEXHAM; GISBURN; STIRLING; THIRSK; HALLWORTHY; FROME; LONGTOWN; SELBY; PENRITH; CARMARTHEN; BALLYMENA; TRURO; MELTON MOWBRAY The added value of Simmental genetics continues to gain commercial recognition for efficiency and profit, allied to strong ‘green’ credentials. AHDB’s confirmation of the breed’s age [ ]
- [Carlisle Autumn Show and Sale](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/carlisle-autumn-show-sale-2/) - 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, [ ]
- [SIMMENTAL FEMALES IN BIG DEMAND AT SWATRAGH WITH 4400GNS DRUMAGARNER MICHELLE LEADING THE WAY](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/simmental-females-in-big-demand-at-swatragh-with-4400gns-drumagarner-michelle-leading-the-way/) - • 100% clearance of fifteen females to average £2612• Female Champion Drumagarner Michelle makes 4400gns• Drumagarner take five of the top six female prices• Gortnamoyagh Neptune (P) tops the bulls at 3300gns The in-calf heifer Drumagarner Michelle from Mr M Mr E McCloskey, Kilrea, Coleraine sold for 4,400gns to lead a strong trade for [ ]
- [Dungannon Spring Show and Sale](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/dungannon-2007/) - Judge: John Moore Esq. (Omorga) Prices: Cecil McIlwaine – Corrick Santa – 3400 gns Cecil McIlwaine – Corrick Solomon – 3100 gns W. H. Robson Sons – Kilbride Farm Tiger – 3000 gns Mrs. T. H. Gorman – Woodford Timmy – 2400 gns John Moore – Burndennett Tiger – 2200 gns. 19 bulls averaged [ ]
- [Stirling Bull Sales – Multi-breed Sale – May 2014](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/stirling-bull-sales-multi-breed-sale-may-2014/) - Entries for the Stirling Bull Sales Multi-breed Sale May 2014 can be made online at www.uagroup.co.uk. Entries close on Friday 28 March. Herd Health declarations can be downloaded from their website and, once complete, should be sent direct to the British Simmental Cattle Society
- [ELEVEN-YEAR-OLD VALE ROYAL ANNIE WINS 2023 SIMMENTAL VIRTUAL SHOW](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/eleven-year-old-vale-royal-annie-wins-2023-simmental-virtual-show/) - • Eleven-year-old cow wins the Supreme Championship• Kilbride Farm Jetstream is Overall Reserve• 2023 competition sees 431 entries over six classes After some six weeks of online judging through July and August, and with 431 animals entered from 81 pedigree breeders all over the United Kingdom, the 2023 Simmental Virtual Show Championship has been won [ ]
- [Ludlow Sale](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/ludlow-sale-4/) - Judge: Mrs V Woods 7 Bulls sold to average of £1942.50 Prize Name Vendor Purchaser Price Gns Champion Shebdon Revolution Mr T W Ford Messrs E Holloway Worcestershire 2000.00 Top Prices Beanhill Rupert Mr Mrs R J B E Kimber G A Newell Son Worcestershire 2300.00 Shebdon Revolution Mr T [ ]
- [Perth Autumn Show and Sale](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/perth-autumn-show-sale-3/) - Overall and Junior Champion Lot 678 Glebefarm Reputation Sire Blackford Explosion, Dam Glebefarm Laura. Exhibitor M/s T J A Shaw Senior Champion Reserve Overall Champion Lot 588 Hazelden Ringmaster Sire Brinkton Sovreign Dam Whiteridden Maple Exhibitor Mr I McGeoch Reserve Senior Champion Bull Lot 613 Corskie Rabble Sire Burghbridge Lane Dam Corskie Reni [ ]
- [Young Members Tour 2016 – Read all about it here](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/young-members-tour-2016-read-all-about-it-here/) - Click to read more
- [UNPRECEDENTED ‘FOUR IN A ROW’ AS BACKMUIR WIN OVERALL SUPREME AT THE 2025 ROYAL HIGHLAND SHOW!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/unprecedented-four-in-a-row-as-backmuir-win-overall-supreme-at-the-2025-royal-highland-show/) - Annick Ginger’s Lucia wins Simmental Overall Supreme Corskie Mimic takes the Overall Reserve Garmouth Robert crowned Male Champion Corskie Pinette Overall Junior Champion The remarkable Annick Ginger’s Lucia, from Reece Andrew Simmers, Backmuir Farm, Keith, Banffshire, was at it again as she lifted the Simmental Overall Supreme Championship for the third year in a [ ]
- [EAST ANGLIAN CLUB REPORT](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/east-anglian-club-report/) - It’s great to report that 2023 was a busy and successful year for the East Anglian Simmental group. With member numbers continuing to increase, and being at a record high, it is definitely a club that is thriving. With a great mix of youth and experience hopefully this will continue into the future. It has [ ]
- [Market Drayton Sale](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/market-drayton-sale/) - Auctioneers Quote: The Simmental Society Show and Sale saw a good entry of bulls with some real quality on show. The Champion beast was from Mr Mrs P. Lovatt for a very smart bull selling to 2,800 guineas and was purchased by Mr P.R. Bufton of Cwn Cefn-y-Gaer of Llandrindod Wells. Another notable bull [ ]
- [Bristol Sale – 10th May 2014](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/bristol-sale-10th-may-2014/) - Entry forms now available for Bristol Sale – 10th May, Closing date 4th April Click here to download
- [INNERWICK SIMMENTAL BULLING HEIFERS TO £2350, KIRKTON SIMMENTAL HEIFERS WITH CALVES AT FOOT TO £2600 AT STIRLING’S SCOTTISH SIMMENTAL CLUB SALE](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/innerwick-simmental-bulling-heifers-to-2350-kirkton-simmental-heifers-with-calves-at-foot-to-2600-at-stirlings-scottish-simmental-club-sale/) - Simmental bulling heifers from Dorothy Moffat, Innerwick Farm, Dunbar sold strongly and to £2350 at the Scottish Simmental Club Annual Show and Sale sponsored by Carrs Billington and held within a sale of some 340 breeding cattle at Stirling on Monday May 2nd. From a quality offering a number of Innerwick heifers made over the [ ]
- [Great Yorkshire – English National Show 10th July to 12th July 2018 – Judge, Mr M Barlow](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/great-yorkshire-english-national-show-10th-july-to-12th-july-2018-judge-mr-m-barlow/) - Sincere thanks to the Great Yorkshire show and the British Simmental Cattle Society for the invitation to judge the 2018 English National Show.I would like to thank all the stockmen and stockwomen who put forward a tremendous show of Simmental cattle for me to judge.The first junior heifer class was won by Chestermann Empire Stella, [ ]
- [English Premier Show & Sale Newark](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/english-premier-show-sale-newark/) - Williams Draco The Inaugural Pedigree English Premier Show and Sale took place at Newark on Saturday 29th March. Judge for the day was Mr Simon Key, Abbey Farm, Mundham, Norwich. Top price on the day was for Williams Draco, a Darhsam Playboy son, out of a Blackford Lancer daughter from Hayley and Andrew Clarke, Mrs [ ]
- [Stars of the Future Pedigree Calf Show](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/stars-of-the-future-pedigree-calf-show-2/) - By Richard Pettit, Scottish Club Secretary. Judge Mrs Vikki Wood, Popes Herd. A large entry of Simmental calves from all over Scotland were forward for our Judge, Mrs Vikki Woods of the well-known Popes herd to place. Overall Senior Champion was from the Stronachs with Islavale Cassius 11 by Woodhall Walker. Senior female Champion was [ ]
- [Stirling February Bull Sales 18th & 19th February 2018 – Sale Report](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/stirling-february-bull-sales-18th-19th-february-2018-sale-report/) - The breed enjoyed steady commercial trade at the Spring sale at Stirling on Monday 19th February, the pre -sale show on Sunday 18th was judged by Anne MacPherson, Blackford Farm, Croy, Inverness IV2 5PS 116 Bulls sold through the ring to average £5477, and a clearance rate of 82% was achieved, once again the breed [ ]
- [Welsh Winter Fair: Guess the combined weight of the Cow & Calf in KG competition](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/welsh-winter-fair-guess-the-combined-weight-of-the-cow-calf-in-kg-competition/) - Guess the combined weight of the Cow Calf in KG competitionCombined weight was 820Kg, Cow – 530Kg calf 290Kg. Thank you to all those that took part.
- [Simmentals exceed performance targets in the Harper Adams dairy-bred bull beef unit!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/simmentals-exceed-performance-targets-in-the-harper-adams-dairy-bred-bull-beef-unit/) - Ever since the development of the ‘barley beef’ system by Dr T.R Preston at the Rowettt Research Institute during the late 1950’s there has been an intensive beef system at Harper Adams. The beef unit rears Holstein and Continental cross Holstein bulls from the 400 head dairy unit and provides three resources. Firstly the beef [ ]
- [Entries coming in fast for English National Show –  Royal Norfolk Showground – 25th & 26th June](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/english-national-show-norfolk-25th-26th-june/) - We are in the first week of the schedule being out and we have already received 85 Entries. If you are planning to show your cattle please submit your entries or book your stalls as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. Schedules are available for the English National Show. Anyone interested please visit www.royalnorfolkshow.co.uk
- [Simmentals crowned best breed  on parade at Ballymena Show](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/simmentals-crowned-best-breed-on-parade-at-ballymena-show/) - The Simmentals impressed Scottish judge Alasdair Houston to secure the award for the best breed on parade at last weekend’s Ballymena Show. The line-up of prize winning Simmental cattle was led by the day’s male and supreme overall champion Dermotstown Delboy, exhibited by the father and son team of Leslie and Christopher Weatherup, Ballyclare. Fresh [ ]
- [Simmental steaks take top awards at the Royal Highland](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/simmental-steaks-take-top-awards-at-the-royal-highland/) - Steaks from two Simmental x bulls took the champion and reserve awards at the ASDA Highland Show steak competition. Champion from William and Billy Nelson, West Brackley, Kinross and the reserve from Andrew Braes,West Bradieston, ST Cyrus. Both bulls graded U-3, the steaks were cooked on the ASDA stand and judged by celebrity Chef Ainsley [ ]
- [Show finale for Simmental breeders at Enniskillen](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/show-finale-for-simmental-breeders-at-enniskillen/) - Simmental enthusiasts turned out in force for the continental breed’s show season finale at Fermanagh County Show. The Enniskillen venue has a long-standing tradition of hosting the Male and Female of the Year awards, which have been sponsored by Danske Bank (formerly Northern Bank) for almost twenty years; and the Merial-sponsored Ivomec Super Simmental Pair [ ]
- [Show winning Simmental joins Semex UK stud](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/show-winning-simmental-joins-semex-uk-stud/) - Semex UK are delighted to add a show winning Simmental bull to the Semex Beef Team range of bulls. Chyanhal Amos bred by Mrs Penny Lally won several breed Championships through the summer and culminated with a big win at the Royal Cornwall Show in Wadebridge taking Supreme Champion Simmental under the expert eye of [ ]
- [SIMMENTALS TOPPING COMMERCIAL SALES AT DINGWALL, PENRITH, MARKET DRAYTON, SEDGEMOOR, ABERDEEN, EXETER, HUNTLY, STIRLING, HOLSWORTHY, MALTON, TRURO, DUMFRIES, FROME, HALLWORTHY, CARLISLE, MALTON, OSWESTRY, & NEWTON STEWART](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/simmentals-topping-commercial-sales-at-dingwall-penrith-market-drayton-sedgemoor-aberdeen-exeter-huntly-stirling-holsworthy-malton-truro-dumfries-frome-hallworthy-carlisle-malton-oswes/) - SIMMENTALS NATURAL MILK AND MATERNAL COMBINED WITH TOP CARCASE TRAITS DELIVERING EFFICIENCY AND PROFITABILITY AROUND THE UK On 8th December, Dingwall Highland Marts Ltd, held a sale store cattle and adult breeding cattle at Dingwall. Young Bulls sold to £900 gross for a Simmental cross from Cherrybank, Heights of Keppoch. Breeding cattle sold to [ ]
- [‘SIMMENTAL IS KING’ WITHIN WOLFSTAR PEDIGREE AND COMMERCIAL ENTERPRISE!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/simmental-is-king-within-wolfstar-pedigree-and-commercial-enterprise/) - Here we focus on the King family at Ormiston, East Lothian, and who run the highly noted Wolfstar pedigree Simmental herd alongside their 100 cow Simmental cross suckler herd. Farm Facts: Ross King farming in partnership with parents, Alex and Marion Wolfstar, Ormiston, East Lothian 700 acres arable 200 acres permanent grazing 70 cow pedigree [ ]
- [BOSAHAN NANSLOE 22 WINS SIMMENTAL CHAMPIONSHIP AND INTERBREED RESERVE CONTINENTAL AT 2024 DEVON COUNTY SHOW](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/bosahan-nansloe-22-wins-simmental-championship-and-interbreed-reserve-continental-at-2024-devon-county-show/) - Tregnether Proper Job wins Junior Interbreed Tregnether win Interbreed Team of Three Bosahan Tregnether third in Interbreed Pairs The Simmental breed was very much to the fore at the Devon County Show held on 16th-18th May and where they won the Reserve Individual Interbreed Continental, the Junior Interbreed Championship, the Interbreed Team of Three, [ ]
- [DENIZES SIMMENTAL EMBRYOS EXPORTED TO USA](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/denizes-simmental-embryos-exported-to-usa/) - In a further international sale of British Simmental genetics, twenty-one pedigree embryos, from the Denizes herd of MA Barlow Sons, Nr Leyland, Lancashire, have been sold and exported to the United States based company Horizon Genetics. In looking specifically to source Simmentals from the UK, a representative of Horizon Genetics first approached the Barlows [ ]
- [Meat Promotion Wales](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/meat-promotion-wales/) - What HCC offer to Simmental Breeders in Wales? Hybu Cig Cymru is the organisation responsible for the development, promotion and marketing of Welsh red meat. HCC currently offer a range of funding opportunities and resources to beef and lamb producers in Wales. Breed Improvement HCC aims to help breeders in Wales by offering support to [ ]
- [Scottish Club Junior Stock Judging Training Day](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/scottish-club-junior-stock-judging-training-day/) - Junior Stockjudging Training Day. 16th March. 11am. Dargill Farm, Crieff, Perthshire. By kind permission of Mr Jim McLaren.
- [FUTURE FIT SIMMENTALS ‘GETTING THE JOB DONE’ AND TOPPING MARKETS AROUND THE UK AND AT GISBURN; ABERDEEN; HEXHAM; FROME; LANCASTER; HALLWORTHY; CARLISLE; DUNGANNON; MARKET DRAYTON; STIRLING; SKIPTON; SELBY; MELTON MOWBRAY; LONGTOWN; LANARK; DALMALLY; TRURO; & DINGWALL](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/future-fit-simmentals-getting-the-job-done-and-topping-markets-around-the-uk-and-at-gisburn-aberdeen-hexham-frome-lancaster-hallworthy-carlisle-dungannon-market-drayton-stir/) - See the latest market briefs here as Simmental bred cattle continue to top commercial sales in UK markets. Gisburn’s store cattle sale on 18th June saw Simmental steers featuring in the top prices at £1660 for Simmental x from P Coates Farmer Ltd. At Thainstone on 17th June, Aberdeen and Northern Marts sale of adult [ ]
- [SIMMENTALS TOPPING COMMERCIAL SALES AT THAINSTONE, ABERDEEN & NORTHERN MARTS!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/simmentals-topping-commercial-sales-at-thainstone-aberdeen-northern-marts/) - Simmentals continuing to do the business at commercial sales around the UK. Here we take a snatch look at a few sales over the last few weeks at Thainstone, Aberdeen Northern Marts. There’s more to Simmental! At Thainstone on 5th September, Aberdeen and Northern Marts sold 746 Store Cattle, Young Bulls and Young and [ ]
- [Bruces Hill on winning form at Ballymena Show](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/bruces-hill-on-winning-form-at-ballymena-show/) - The Templepatrick-based Bruces Hill Cattle Company owned by Mike Frazer continued on winning form at Ballymena’s 114th annual show on Saturday 26th May 2012. Following on from the recent Balmoral Show, senior stock bull Hockenhull Ali Baba retained his male and supreme championship titles, while his herd mate Hockenhull Natalie 34th claimed the female and [ ]
- [Embryo Calves](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/embryo-calves/) - Embryo Calves. Please note that we are now able to add embryo calves to the recipient dams calving record so that this information is now recorded against both the Donor cow and the recipient, providing that the recipient is a pure Simmental and currently fully registered in the British Simmental Herd book. The EBV’s will [ ]
- [John Key](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/john-key/) - My Dad John Key (Key Simmentals) lost his long fight to Parkinson s Disease on Thursday August 1st. It was very peaceful, at home with the sound of the cows and family around him. Those who knew him would have met him around his beloved Shows and Sales. He loved people who had the same love [ ]
- [Omagh Show](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/omagh-show/) - Omagh Show Simmental judge Harold Stubbs, Lisnaskea. Champion beef young handler at Omagh Show was Jason Whitcroft from Armagh. He recieved the trophy from judge Vaughan Byrne, Dromara; and sponsor Ken Armstrong. Paul McDonald, Tempo, exhibited the male and reserve supreme Simmental champion Coolcran Fiesta. Adding her congratulations is Ann McCrory, Danske Bank, sponsor The [ ]
- [Bumper Simmental Entry at Enniskillen](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/bumper-simmental-entry-at-enniskillen/) - Simmental breeders were out in force at Fermanagh County Show, as the popular red and white continental beef breed dominated the cattle section with an entry in excess of 70 exhibits. The bumper entry was judged by breed society president Iain Green from Scotland. He runs the noted 140-cow Corskie pedigree herd, alongside a 320-cow [ ]
- [Danske Bank support for Simmental Male and Female of the Year awards](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/k8swsetnog4tl1gyhkfxjg0n2bj5qe/) - The Northern Ireland Simmental Cattle Breeders’ Club has confirmed Danske Bank’s continued sponsorship of its Male and Female of the Year competition. Danske Bank has been sole sponsor of the prestigious competition since 1997. The winners are determined using a points system which is collated at nominated agricultural shows throughout the season. View fullsize John [ ]
- [Nothing to beat Simmental on Stewartstown suckler farm](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/nothing-to-beat-simmental-on-stewartstown-suckler-farm/) - Simmental is the ultimate breed of choice for suckler herd owners Robert Ferguson, and son William, from Sperrin View Farm, Stewartstown, County Tyrone. The father and son duo run a herd of 60 suckler cows, alongside an intensive 150-sow birth to bacon pig enterprise. The suckler herd comprises of 46 commercial females, the majority of [ ]
- [Borderway Agri Expo Simmental Calf Show 2012](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/agri-expo-2012/) - There was a record entry of calves for the second year that a Simmental calf show was held at the H H Agri Expo, Carlisle. Again the attendance was over 10,000 people with a strong interest in all things beef and sheep related, to what is now considered one of the best livestock events of its [ ]
- [Bosahan herd wins Most Improved Herd Award for the Simmental breed for an unprecedented second consecutive year](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/bosahan-herd-wins-most-improved-herd-award-for-the-simmental-breed-for-an-unprecedented-second-consecutive-year/) - The Bosahan herd, based in Constantine, near Falmouth, has been recognised by EBLEX as the Most Improved Herd of Simmental cattle in England for 2014. The award is presented by the EBLEX Beef Better Returns Programme (BRP) to the performance-recorded herd that shows the greatest genetic gain for commercial characteristics over a 12-month period. There [ ]
- [BRINKTON BRILLIANT TOPS THE LEADING SIMMENTAL SIRES!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/brinkton-brilliant-tops-the-leading-simmental-sires/) - The 1991 born Brinkton Brilliant is the top sire by progeny registered in the British Simmental Cattle Society’s herdbook with 3513 calves to his name. Brinkton Brilliant was bred by Bob Lunness, East Yorkshire and was sold to Genus Breeding Limited. Brilliant’s pedigree features the noted female Stuartslaw Melody on the sire line whilst Scottish [ ]
- [Worcester Sale 7th May 2016 – Show Results – Judge – Michael Barlow](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/worcester-sale-7th-may-2016-show-results/) - Class one. Bulls born between 07.05.14 27.10.14 1st Alchester Franklyn lot 4 2nd Starline Flanagan lot 7 3rd Storersmith Force lot 11 4th Starline Fiddler lot 6 Class 2 Bull born between 27.10.14 28.11.14 1st Starline Fagin lot 13 2nd Heywood Franco lot 19 3rd Farnborough [ ]
- [AUCHORACHAN MALT IS SINGLED OUT AS THE WINNER OF CLASS THREE OF THE 2022 BRITISH SIMMENTAL VIRTUAL SHOW](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/auchorachan-malt-is-singled-out-as-the-winner-of-class-three-of-the-2022-british-simmental-virtual-show/) - We are delighted to announce the results for class three of the British Simmental 2022 Virtual show – Bull, born on or between 01/01/2020 – 31/07/2021. Congratulations to D R Durno Sons, Ballindalloch, Banffshire, whose March 2021-born bull Auchorachan Malt 21 was awarded first place. From homebred breeding on both sides, he is [ ]
- [Pedigree Calf Fair Results – Balmoral, Judge Mr Iain Green (Corskie)](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/pedigree-calf-fair-results-balmoral-judge-mr-iain-green-corskie/) - Scottish breeder Iain Green who runs the 180-cow Corskie Herd, alongside 480 commercial suckler cows, praised the quality of Simmentals at the Pedigree Calf Fair, held at Balmoral. It has been a pleasure to judge this impressive show. Catching Iain Green s eye to take the senior championship plaudits was the thirteen-month-old Scribby Farms George, an [ ]
- [SIMMENTAL CHAMPION TREVERBYN NORMAN WINS ALL-BREEDS TITLE AT CORNWALL PEDIGREE CALF SHOW](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/simmental-champion-treverbyn-norman-wins-all-breeds-title-at-cornwall-pedigree-calf-show/) - A big congratulations to Ant Hart, Carloggas Farm, Treverybyn, St Austell, Cornwall who with their January 2022 born bull calf Treverbyn Norman, won the Overall All-Breeds Supreme title at the Cornwall Pedigree Calf Show, held yesterday 22nd October at the Royal Cornwall Showground. A heterozygous polled calf, Treverbyn Norman is by Coose Norman P, and [ ]
- [Dungannon Spring Sale](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/dungannon-spring-sale-2/) - 33 Bulls 14 FemalesTop price bull Killynure Panther Bred by Mr R S R Porter sold for 3300gns to David Johnston Coleraine Ballinalare Farm Nighthwak Longbeach ProspectBred by Mr S A Burns sold for 2800gns to W Donnell Artigorvan Lisglass Nugget Bred by Ms Leslie Weatherup sold for 2000 gns to Walter Hogg Co Tyrone [ ]
- [QUALITY SIMMENTAL FEMALES REALISING A PREMIUM AT TOWIEMORE FARMS](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/quality-simmental-females-realising-a-premium-at-towiemore-farms/) - High quality Simmental females are at the very heart of the cattle enterprise of brothers Ryan and Lewis Smith
- [Balmaud Dispersal Sale and Annick Reduction Sale](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/balmaud-dispersal-sale-and-annick-reduction-sale/) - United Auctions conducted the dispersal sale of the Balmaud Simmental Herd at Stirling Agricultural Centre on behalf of Messrs W G Strachan on Friday 25 September 2009. The sale attracted buyers from Shetland and Wiltshire. Top price was 10000gns for the stock bull “Woodhall Volcano”. This 2 ½ year old son of Corrick Kentucky [ ]
- [Ballymena Sale 8th May 2019](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/ballymena-sale-8th-may-2019/) - Champion tops Ballymena Simmental sale at 2,900gns Bulls reached a ceiling of 2,900gns at the NI Simmental Cattle Breeders’ Club’s evening show and sale, held at Ballymena Mart. Topping trade was the male and supreme overall champion Ranfurly Jason TSI+77 SRI+88 bred by David and Jonny Hazelton, Dungannon. Sired by the easy calving Cleenagh Flasher, [ ]
- [Calving Ease Simmental Style, courtesy of Steven & Lorraine Sandison – Orkney](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/calving-ease-simmental-style-courtesy-of-steven-lorraine-sandison-orkney/) - A video on Facebook of a Simmental X cow calving reaches nearly 400,000 people rising . If you haven t seen it already, check out the video below .
- [Stirling Bull sales 16th & 17th February 2020 – Sale Report](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/stirling-bull-sales-16th-17th-february-2020-sale-report/) - Judging the Stirling Spring pre-sale show was Mr Phillip Simmers from Backmuir Farm, Keith, Banffshire. Topping the male trade on the day at 18,000gns was the Intermediate and Overall Champion WOLFSTAR JACKAROO 18, bred by Mr A King, Wolfstar, Ormiston, East Lothian, EH35 5NH. A TEAM CELTIC son, out of a WOLFSTAR WOTSIT daughter. Purchased [ ]
- [AUCHORACHAN ENTRIES HIT A ‘DOUBLE TOP’ AT NEW LIVESCOT PEDIGREE CALF SHOW](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/auchorachan-entries-hit-a-double-top-at-new-livescot-pedigree-calf-show/) - Auchorachan and Newbiemains prize winners heading to Next Generation Sale It was a Championship double for D R Durno Sons, Glenlivet, Ballindalloch when heifers from their noted Auchorachan herd took both the Simmental Championship and Reserve awards at the new Pedigree Calf Show fixture held within the Live Scot event at Lanark Agricultural Centre on [ ]
- [‘ONCE IN A LIFETIME’ ASHLAND HEIFER WINS 2022 NI SIMMENTAL NATIONAL SHOW](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/once-in-a-lifetime-ashland-heifer-wins-2022-ni-simmental-national-show/) - ‘A superb heifer and the type of animal that every pedigree herd owner aspires to breed’, is how Scottish judge and BSCS President Stewart Stronach described Ashland Topaz Lopez, the Supreme Overall Champion at the NI National Simmental Show held within the Armagh County Show on Saturday 11th June. Born in September 2020 Ashland Topaz [ ]
- [16,000GNS OMORGA BULL CALF TOPS THE SIMMENTAL NEXT GENERATION SALE AT CARLISLE](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/16000gns-omorga-bull-calf-tops-the-simmental-next-generation-sale-at-carlisle/) - Omorga Murphy, Top price bull calf 16,000gns • Islavale heifers at 9000gns, 8000gns (x2), and 7000gns • Newbiemains heifer at 9000gns • 21 lots sell at 4000gns and over • Served maiden heifers averaged £4396 • Bull calves average £6174 The ‘standout’ January 2021 born bull calf Omorga Murphy from HJW JC Moore, [ ]
- [BOSAHAN JADE MAGIC BABY AND BOSHAN MERLIN SELL FOR 7000GNS TO SET EXETER LIVESTOCK MARKET RECORD PRICE AT BOSHAN SIMMENTAL HERD REDUCTION SALE](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/bosahan-jade-magic-baby-and-boshan-merlin-sell-for-7000gns-to-set-exeter-livestock-market-record-price-at-boshan-simmental-herd-reduction-sale/) - • Further cows and calves at 5500gns, and 5000gns• Cows and calves average £3382.50• Bulls sell to 4600gns• 27 lots gross £81,670 Cows and calves met with a strong trade and were led at 7000gns at the Reduction Sale of the noted Bosahan Herd of John Bridget Olds, Bosahan Farm, Falmouth, Cornwall, at Kivell’s [ ]
- [THE 2023 SIMMENTAL VIRTUAL SHOW SUPREME CHAMPION IS…VALE ROYAL ANNIE!!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/the-2023-simmental-virtual-show-supreme-champion-isvale-royal-annie/) - Eleven-year-old cow wins the Supreme ChampionshipKilbride Farm Jetstream is Overall Reserve2023 competition saw 431 entries over six classes After some six weeks of online judging with a remarkable 431 animals entered from breeders all over the United Kingdom, we have our 2023 Simmental Virtual Show Champion in the shape of the eleven-year-old cow Vale Royal [ ]
- [7600GNS ISLAVALE JAMMYDODGER TOPS STIRLING BULLS AS THE SIMMENTAL BREED INCREASES ITS SALE AVERAGE BY £375](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/7600gns-islavale-jammydodger-tops-stirling-bulls-as-the-simmental-breed-increases-its-sale-average-by-375/) - 21 bulls sell to average £4814.15Simmental average up on the year by £375.155 Islavale bulls average £6794Islavale Jammydodger 18 from Mr WS Stronach, Berryleys Farm, Grange, Keith, sold for 7600gns to lead the trade for Simmental bulls from United Auctions’ Stirling Bull Sales May catalogue. From a strong line-up of bulls offered from the herd, [ ]
- [STOP PRESS:  POPES SIMMENTALS CLAIM CHAMPIONSHIP ‘HAT-TRICK’ AT THE 2021 ENGLISH WINTER FAIR](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/stop-press-popes-simmentals-claim-championship-hat-trick-at-the-2021-english-winter-fair/) - The noted Popes herd of JH VG Wood, Popes Farm, Clitheroe Road, Preston, lifted the Championship prizes at the British Simmental Calf Show held within the English Winter Fair at Staffordshire County Showground’s Bingley Hall, on Saturday 20th November. From a small but quality Simmental entry, with entries from herds in Wales, Wiltshire, Cheshire, [ ]
- [NEW SIMMENTAL ‘NEXT GENERATION’ SALE SCHEDULE NOW OUT!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/new-simmental-next-generation-sale-schedule-now-out/) - Following the recent announcement we have been delighted with the response to the new Simmental ‘Next Generation’ Sale fixture due to be held on Friday 3rd December at Harrison Hetherington’s Borderway Mart, Carlisle. The new fixture will be for all classes of pedigree Simmental females, and with a further section for pedigree Simmental Weaned [ ]
- [Council Members](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/council-members/) - COUNCIL MEMBERSWorld Simmental Federation Representative 106 Cogrey Road, Doagh, Ballyclare, County Antrim, Northern Ireland, BT39 0PX Tel. 07968814182 Email MePresident Coedfa, Mount Bradford Lane, St Martins, Owestry, Shropshire, SY11 3HQ Tel: 01691 772266 Mobile: 07801184368 Email MeMember 13 Race Road, Portglenone, Co Antrim BT44 8EP Tel: 02825 820480 Mobile: 07712 894727 Email MeMember The Den, Den Farm, Fochabers, [ ]
- [JAMES MCKANE WINS SIMMENTAL CHAMPIONSHIP AT 2021 BALMORAL SHOW<br>WITH HILTONSTOWN INDIANA](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/james-mckane-wins-simmental-championship-at-2021-balmoral-showwith-hiltonstown-indiana/) - The senior Simmental bull, Hiltonstown Indiana, owned by Ballymena suckler herd owner and pedigree breeder James McKane has been crowned Male and Supreme Overall Champion at the 152nd Balmoral Show, held on 22nd September 2021, at Balmoral Park, Lisburn. Born in January 2017, Hiltonstown Indiana was bred by Richard and Rhys Rodgers, Portglenone, and is [ ]
- [37,000GNS DENIZES NUGGET LEADS RECORD SIMMENTAL AVERAGE AT FEBRUARY 2024 STIRLING BULL SALE](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/37000gns-denizes-nugget-leads-record-simmental-average-at-february-2024-stirling-bull-sale/) - • 95 bulls set new February record average of £7498 (+£238)• 21 bulls sell for 10,000gns and over, with 53 in all at 6000gns and more• 5 Denizes bulls average £17,640• Broombrae bull sells to Australian buyer• 11 bulls sell to Orkney• Clearance rate of 77%• Bull Sale grosses £712,310 The June 2022 born Denizes [ ]
- [Carlisle Sale Reports](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/sale-reports/carlisle-sale-reports/) - CARLISLE SALE REPORTS CategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategories 695 All 2 2026 Carlisle Sales 3 2025 Carlisle Sales 2 2024 Carlisle Sales 3 2023 Carlisle Sales 3 2022 Carlisle Sales 8 2021 Carlisle Sales 0 2020 Carlisle Sales 2 2019 Carlisle
- [South West Club](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/regional-clubs/south-west-club/) - SOUTH WEST CLUBChairman Lowerdown Farm, Felton, Bristol, Somerset, BS40 9UF Tel: 01275 472268 Mobile: 07546 207496 Email MeSecretary Well Farm, Bickleigh, Tiverton EX16 8HQ Tel: 01884855508 Mobile: 07866 259995 Email MeThe Latest Regional Club News CategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesC
- [Simmental club raises £11,000 for charity](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/simmental-club-raises-11000-for-charity/) - The NI Simmental Cattle Breeders’ Club has presented a cheque for £11,000 to Friends of the Cancer Centre based at Belfast City Hospital. The money is the proceeds of the club’s annual charity BBQ and auction, which was boosted by a raffle organised by club members Pat and Kathleen Kelly, from Tempo, County Fermanagh. Charity [ ]
- [Sale of the Complete Adult Portion of the Broombrae Herd on behalf of Gordon Clark Stirling](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/sale-of-the-complete-adult-portion-of-the-broombrae-herd-on-behalf-of-gordon-clark/) - United Auctions 14th 15th February 2016 View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize [ ]
- [ADDED VALUE SIMMENTALS CONTINUING TO TOP SALE SECTIONS AROUND THE UK!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/added-value-simmentals-continuing-to-top-sale-sections-around-the-uk/) - SIMMENTALS TOPPING SALES SECTIONS AT: ABERDEEN; OSWESTRY; STIRLING; DUNGANNON; CARLISLE; AYR; DUMFRIES; SEDGEMOOR; LUDLOW; LANCASTER; EXETER; MARKET DRAYTON; MONMOUTSHIRE; MELTON MOWBRAY; TRURO; DARLINGTON; GISBURN; BALLYMENA; HUNTLY; HALLWORTHY; HEXHAM; WHITLAND; SWATRAGH; FROME; DINGWALL; LANARK; CARMARTHEN; RUGBY. Thank you to everyone in the year who has forwarded snippets of Simmentals topping commercial sale sections at [ ]
- [PART TWO OF THREE: FROM THAINSTONE TO TAVISTOCK, SIMMENTALS LEADING COMMERCIAL SALES AROUND THE UK!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/part-two-of-three-from-thainstone-to-tavistock-simmentals-leading-commercial-sales-around-the-uk/) - The second part of three, Simmental market briefs for September featuring snippets from a mighty 33 markets around the UK and where Simmentals continue to ‘do the business’. Markets highlighted this month include: STIRLING; LANARK; CARLISLE; SEDGEMOOR; EXETER; THAINSTONE; DUNGANNON; HUNTLY; TIREE; TRURO; SKIPTON; BALLYMENA; MELTON MOWBRAY; BAKEWELL; GISBURN; CASTLE DOUGLAS; HEXHAM; LANCASTER; DUNGANNON; FROME; [ ]
- [MILKY, FERTILE SIMMENTAL FEMALES IMPROVING GROWTH AND WEIGHT FOR AGE IN BALGRAY HILL COMMERCIAL HERD](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/milky-fertile-simmental-females-improving-growth-and-weight-for-age-in-balgray-hill-commercial-herd/) - Snapshot commercial herd feature on David and Rosemarie Cornthwaite, Balgray Hill, Lockerbie as they prepare for the first part of their fast-approaching commercial herd dispersal sale at Lockerbie Mart on Tuesday 22nd June.
- [NOVEMBER MARKET BRIEFS: SUPER SIMMENTALS TOPPING SALES AT 38 LIVESTOCK MARKETS AROUND THE UK!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/november-market-briefs-super-simmentals-topping-sales-at-38-livestock-markets-around-the-uk/) - MARKETS INCLUDE: GISBURN; THAINSTONE; THAME; HUNTLY; STIRLING; DUNGANNON; TRURO; WOOLER; MELTON MOWBRAY; LANARK; SALISBURY; SEDGEMOOR; CARMARTHEN; LANCASTER; DINGWALL; OSWESTRY; MALTON; BAKEWELL; MARKET DRAYTON; DARLINGTON; LUDLOW; BALLYMENA; CROOKLANDS; HALLWORTHY; MONMOUTHSHIRE; LOCHMADDY; GARSTANG; SHREWSBURY; DUMFRIES; HEXHAM; THIRSK; HOLSWORTHY; CARLISLE; AYR; HOLMFIRTH; CASTLE DOUGLAS; FROME; AND KNIGHTON The Simmentals bread and butter is there well established maternal qualities [ ]
- [WINS FOR MIXBURY HALL AND EMMA STRONACH, ISLAVALE, IN THE FIRST TWO SPECIAL CLASSES OF THE 2021 VIRTUAL SIMMENTAL SHOW!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/wins-for-mixbury-hall-and-emma-stronach-islavale-in-the-first-two-special-classes-of-the-2021-virtual-simmental-show/) - Congratulations to VC Bailey, Mixbury Hall, Mixbury, Brackley, who has placed First in the Group picture class of the 2021 Virtual Simmental Show.Thanks to all who have entered, and the results are as follows1st Mixbury Hall2nd Bosahan3rd Corskie4th Springfield5th Bosahan Congratulations also go to Emma Stronach, Berryleys Farm, Grange, Keith who has won the young [ ]
- [26,000GNS PISTYLL KINGSMAN HEADS UP STRONG DEMAND AS SIMMENTAL BULLS SET A RECORD BREED AVERAGE AT STIRLING](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/26000gns-pistyll-kingsman-heads-up-strong-demand-as-simmental-bulls-set-a-record-breed-average-at-stirling/) - · 26,000gns is the second top price for a Simmental bull sold at auction in the UK, and a new Welsh record for a British Simmental. · Sale average up by £1443 to a breed record £6482 for the 64 bulls sold. · Excellent clearance rate of 82%, up by 15%, and the highest in [ ]
- [Carlisle Annual Autumn Show and Sales of Simmental Bulls and Females](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/carlisle-autumn10/) - Judge for the show was Mr Hugo Arnold. As with the Autumn sales this year, Buyers were selective and well grown bulls ready to work were easiest sold. Top price on the day 4300gns went to S C Evans 21 Shoemaker Close, Astcote Towcaster Northamptonshire for Astcote Auctioneer, a Blackford Hawk son who was also the [ ]
- [Introduced to increase Power, size, milk and weight for age](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/introduced-to-increase-power-size-milk-and-weight-for-age/) - Forsham Farm, Sutton Valence, Maidstone in Kent has been owned by the Bates family since 1945 and is run by Nick Bates. Originally Pedigree Sussex cattle were the dominant breed but over time Limousin was introduced and most recently Simmental genetics were introduced to put power, size milk and growth into the herd. The farm [ ]
- [Carlisle Autumn Show and Sale](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/carlisle-autumn-show-sale-3/) - 2,200 gns top for Carlisle Simmentals First in his class and reserve champion overall, Glebehill Nut, owned by father and daughter partnership RW and G Hudson, topped the bidding at the Annual Autumn Show and Sale of Simmental Bulls and Females at Carlisle. Nut travelled from Nottinghamshire and then on to Oxfordshire after he had [ ]
- [Young Members Stockjudging Results 2011](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/young-members-stockjudging-results-2011/) - Individual Over 211st Anwen Jones – Welsh Club 2nd Gayle Houliston – Scottish Club 3rd Jenna Ballantyne – Scottish Club Individual Under 21 1st Hannah Wood – Midlands Club 2nd Carys Davies – Welsh Club 3rd Rory Wood – Midlands Club Team under 21: 1st Hannah Wood and [ ]
- [The Breed For Profit In Ireland](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/project/the-breed-for-profit-in-ireland/) - Being our closest neighbouring herdbook, and with a good degree of genetic connectivity, we are delighted to include an article from the Irish Simmental Cattle Society. Here the Society’s COM, Peadar Glennon gives an overview of the National herd, and where the Simmental breed fits in, and outlines the breed’s ongoing progress in genetic trends over a ten-year-period
- [Simmentals Fitting Into Organic, Low Cost System In West Wales](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/project/9246simmentals-fitting-into-organic-low-cost-system-in-west-wales/) - Highlighting the flexibility and adaptability of the Simmental breed to all systems and geographies, here we feature the organic suckler herd and Welston pedigree herd of Anthony and Harry Davies, Tenby, Pembrokeshire.
- [KILBRIDE FARM NORTON P SECURES CLASS ONE OF THE 2023 BRITISH SIMMENTAL VIRTUAL SHOW!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/kilbride-farm-norton-p-secures-class-one-of-the-2023-british-simmental-virtual-show/) - It’s the first ‘big reveal’ of this years Simmental Virtual Show, and we are delighted to announce the results for Class One -Bull Calf born on or after 1st August 2022. 1st Place, class 1 Kilbride Farm Norton P Congratulations go to the Kilbride Farm herd of WH Robson Sons, Ballyclare, Co Antrim [ ]
- [BALLINALARE FARM NIKITA LIFTS THE SIMMENTAL CHAMPIONSHIP AT THE 2023 RUAS BALMORAL SHOW](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/ballinalare-farm-nikita-lifts-the-simmental-championship-at-the-2023-ruas-balmoral-show/) - Quality and breeding was to the fore when the maiden heifer Ballinalare Farm Nikita from Mr J Mr A Wilson, Newry, Co Down lifted the Simmental Overall Supreme Championship at the 2023 RUAS Balmoral Show, Balmoral Park, on Wednesday 10th May. A small but strong Simmental section was presented before the judge on the [ ]
- [COOLCRAN AND LISGLASS CALVES LEAD THE WAY AT NI SIMMENTAL CALF SHOW](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/coolcran-and-lisglass-calves-lead-the-way-at-ni-simmental-calf-show/) - A fantastic display of Simmental cattle was the general ringside consensus at the second staging of the Four Breed Calf Show held in Dungannon Farmers Market on Saturday 26th November 2022. Judging of the Simmental classes was in the very capable hands of Neil McIlwaine of the well-known Corrick Herd, Newtownstewart, Co Tyrone. Sponsor of [ ]
- [BACKMUIR ‘DOUBLES UP’ AS ANNICK GINGER’S LUCIA WINS THE SIMMENTAL SUPREME AT A ‘HIGH QUALITY’ 2023 ROYAL HIGHLAND SHOW](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/backmuir-doubles-up-as-annick-gingers-lucia-wins-the-simmental-supreme-at-a-high-quality-2023-royal-highland-show/) - • Backmuir win Overall Supreme; Male; Female Championships• Corskie team wins Overall Junior; Reserve Supreme; Reserve Overall Junior; Junior Female; Reserve Junior Female; Reserve Overall Female; Junior Male; Group of Three• Corskie Nutmeg wins Reserve M S Beefbreeder Interbreed; Overhill House Neo takes Third Played out in some sparkling sunshine, a high-quality Simmental line [ ]
- [94% OF BULL BUYERS CONFIRM THEY WILL PURCHASE FURTHER SIMMENTAL BULLS](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/94-of-bull-buyers-confirm-they-will-purchase-further-simmental-bulls/) - • 36.23% of buyers changed to Simmental from a different breed of bull in previous five yearsA fantastic ninety four percent of Simmental bull buyers have confirmed that they will purchase further Simmental bulls at future Society sales. That’s the strong endorsement of the Simmental breed following a snapshot survey of bull buyers at Society [ ]
- [Understanding the new EBV Graph](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/understanding-the-new-ebv-graph/) - The BSCS is moving to a new graph for pen cards for all animals at Society sales. The new graph has been available for sometime as part of the Breedplan package used for performance
- [Simmentals sell to 3000gns at Ludlow](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/simmentals-sell-to-3000gns-at-ludlow/) - Tilbrook Mason, an exceptional son of Salisbury Challenger, was the Champion at the British Simmental Cattle Society sale at Ludlow on 9th May and topped the market at 3000guineas. Brought out by Mr Peter Burgess, Daventry, Northamptonshire and was purchased by Mr Michael Mercer for his 400 cow commercial Simmental herd near Leominster. Michael [ ]
- [Carlisle Annual Spring Sale of Simmental Bulls and Females](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/carlisle-spring-2011/) - It was a packed ringside of keen bidders in show of a tremendous trend for Simmental bulls at the Annual Spring Sale at the Carlisle Sale held at Harrison Hetherington Auctioneers. Topping the trade at 4,200gns was Blackpool Alpha by Lamhoj Supery (P), bred by J D Loftus of the Blackpool Herd in Lancashire. [ ]
- [Carlisle Sale](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/carlisle-sale/) - The Annual Spring Carlisle sale drew excellent crowds, judged by Mrs D Moffat of the Innerwick Herd. Overall Champion Female Champion Midhope Highlight 3rd realised 3,800gns which was by Dirnanean Snowie and bred by W J Hollingsworth. Reserve Overall Champion, Male Champion Top Price Bull went to Braegarrie Bravo 10 bred by D [ ]
- [Regatta Defender 3 in 1 Jacket](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/product/regatta-defender-3-in-1-jacket/) - This is a variable product. Colours: Black, Navy, Royal Blue Sizes: Small, Medium, Large, XL, 2XL, 3XL
- [Russell Performance Softshell Jacket](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/product/russell-performance-softshell-jacket/) - This is a variable product. Colours: Black, Navy, Red Sizes: XS, Small, Medium, Large, XL, 2XL, 3XL, 4XL
- [Hall Farm](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/project/hall-farm/) - The Review features Andrew and James Barnes, Hall Farm, Little Lawford, Rugby, Warwickshire, whose aim with their commercially run pedigree herd is to breed the ‘ideal Simmentals’, homozygous polled with good mobility and temperament, with milk and easy calving, and with the carcase qualities to meet bull finishing targets.
- [EBLEX Pedigree Bull Breeders’ Survey](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/eblex-pedigree-bull-breeders-survey/) - Eblex are asking pedigree bull breeders to complete an online survey to learn more about their production systems and selection processes. To complete the survey click on the link below https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/pedigreebullbreeders2013 The closing date for the survey is 30 August 2013.
- [Ladies Padded (like down) Jacket](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/product/ladies-padded-like-down-jacket/) - This is a variable product. Colours: Black, Navy Sizes: XS, Small, Medium, Large, XL
- [Woolen Hats](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/product/woolen-hats/) - This is a variable product. Colours: Black, Bottle Green, Navy, Red, Royal Blue
- [Ladies Front Row Long Sleeve Rugby Shirts](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/product/ladies-front-row-long-sleeve-rugby-shirts/) - This is a variable product. Colours: Hot Pink, Navy, Red Sizes: Small, Medium, Large, XL, 2XL, 3XL, 4XL
- [Sacombe Herd Celebrating 50 Years Of Simmental Breeding](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/project/sacombe-herd-celebrating-50-years-of-simmental-breeding/) - Having been one of the founder members of the British Simmental Cattle Society, the Borlase family have stood the test of time in terms of being pioneers of the breed. Here we feature the family’s Sacombe herd and take a look back through the history books of the herd.
- [Simmental Luing Crosses Excelling As Ideal Upland Cattle](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/project/simmental-luing-crosses-excelling-as-ideal-upland-cattle/) - Snapshot herd feature on Angus Freeman, Town End Farm, Troutbeck, Lake District National Park.
- [AWD Varsity Hoodie](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/product/awd-varsity-hoodie/) - This is a variable product. Colours: Bottle Green with Red lining, Kelly Green with White lining, Navy with Red lining Sizes: Small, Medium, Large, XL, 2XL
- [Mens Front Row Long Sleeve Rugby Shirts](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/product/mens-front-row-long-sleeve-rugby-shirts/) - This is a variable product. Colours: Bottle Green, Navy, Purple, Red, Royal Blue Sizes: Small, Medium, Large, XL, 2XL
- [MIXBURY HALL LUCINDA CROWNED 2025 BRITISH SIMMENTAL VIRTUAL SHOW SUPREME CHAMPION!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/mixbury-hall-lucinda-crowned-2025-british-simmental-virtual-show-supreme-champion/) - 429 Simmentals entered in this year’s competition over six classes. 2020 born cow wins Overall Supreme Champion Vale Royal North Star wins Male Championship and places Overall Reserve Champion and Reserve both from the Mixbury Hall herd The 2025 British Simmental Virtual Show reached a thrilling conclusion on “Simmental Super Sunday”, 17th August, with Mixbury [ ]
- [SIMMENTALS DELIVERING ‘ESSENTIAL PROFIT’ IN SUCKLER FINISHING ENTERPRISE](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/simmentals-delivering-essential-profit-in-suckler-finishing-enterprise/) - The Smith family have ensured their suckler finishing enterprise is future proofed with purebred Simmentals at the heart of their Herefordshire based mixed farming business. “Simmentals are playing a significant role they fit our circular system being well suited to maximising our resources – permanent pasture, straw and potatoes,” Bill explains. “The herd also [ ]
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- [‘REGAL’ RANFURLY LADY DIANA 41ST WINS 2026 NI SIMMENTAL NATIONAL SHOW!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/regal-ranfurly-lady-diana-41st-wins-2026-ni-simmental-national-show/) - Ranfurly Lady Diana 41st wins Overall Supreme Ballinalare Farm Ritz places Reserve Overall Female Hiltonstown Serenity wins Junior Championship Corrick Spartan crowned Male Champion The classy rising five-year-old cow, Ranfurly Lady Diana 41st M14 VG from David Jonny Hazelton, Cohannon House, Dungannon, swept all before her to win the 2026 Northern Ireland Simmental National [ ]
- [30,000GNS GARMOUTH ROBERT TOPS THE TRADE AS RECORD-BREAKING SIMMENTALS AVERAGE £11,070 AT STIRLING!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/30000gns-garmouth-robert-tops-the-trade-as-record-breaking-simmentals-average-11070-at-stirling/) - 61 Bulls average £11,070, up by £3636 on the year Simmental leads all-breed averages and the solo five figure average Average is a new all-centre Simmental breed record 28 bulls (46%) make 10,000gns or more 86% clearance of bulls Ten bulls sell to the Scottish islands Newbiemains heifer tops females at 7500gns Stirling was the [ ]
- [Leading Ladies Sale has 13,000gns top call and complete clearance at Carlisle](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/leading-ladies-2012/) - The inaugural Simmental Society ‘Leading Ladies’ Sale of pedigree females, held at Carlisle, experienced a blistering trade, with 100% clearance for the entries on offer. Top call of the day was 13,000gns for a heifer and calf unit consigned by B E Chadwick, Derbyshire. Chadstone Tollies Delight 6th, a Camus Brandy daughter out of [ ]
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- [Ravensdale Herd wins Most Improved Herd Award for the Simmental breed](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/ravensdale-herd-wins-most-improved-herd-award-for-the-simmental-breed/) - The Ravensdale herd owned by Michael Hind, near Mayfield, East Sussex, has been recognised by EBLEX as the Most Improved Herd of Simmental cattle in England for 2012. The award is presented by the EBLEX Beef Better Returns Programme (Beef BRP) to the recorded herd that shows the greatest genetic gain for commercial characteristics over [ ]
- [Pedigree Simmental Show and Sale at Bristol Sale Centre](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/pedigree-simmental-show-and-sale-at-bristol-sale-centre-2/) - Judge: G Smith, ‘Drumsleed’ herd, Aberdeen 21 Bulls sold to a sales average of £1260.50 Prize Name Vendor Purchaser Price Gns Overall Male Champion Tilbrook Rolo Mr P N Burgess Mr G W Smith Drumsleed Herd 2000.00 Reserve Overall Male Champion Heywood Rooster Booster Mr D M Barker Mr P R Matthews South [ ]
- [Stirling May Sale – Show results 1st May. Judge – Dafydd Jones (Banwy Herd)](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/stirling-may-sale-show-results-1st-may-judge-dafyyd-jones-banwy-herd/) - Results from our first Class: Bulls born on or between 3 May 11 June 2014: 1st Lot 108 Strathisla Fawkes 2nd Lot 107- Drumsleed Figaro 3rd Lot 111 Copper Mill Fredrick 4th Lot 109 Merkland Frankie 5th Lot 112 Corskie Freddo View fullsize Results from [ ]
- [Stirling October Bull sales 18th – 20th October 2015 – Schedule of events](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/stirling-october-bull-sales-18th-20th-october-2015-schedule-of-events/) - View Programme
- [Stirling Spring Sale – Pedigree breeders bid 20,000 gns twice for Scotland’s best at the Perth Spring Bull Sales](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/stirling-spring-2010/) - Commercial trade underpinned a strong demand for the better quality bulls in the Simmental sale ring at the Perth Spring Bull Sales on Monday 15th February 2010. A larger tail-end than usual meant that a higher percentage of bulls sold under the 3000 gns mark, which hasn’t been seen for some time, however the breed [ ]
- [Emphasis on Quality Breeding Female Families at Auchorachan](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/emphasis-on-quality-breeding-female-families-at-auchorachan/) - Simmental has been the foundation of the cattle system at Auchorachan, Glenlivet, Ballindalloch, since the 1970’s, with Simmental bulls first used on the commercial herd to breed replacement breeding stock before a pedigree herd was established in 2002. Michael Durno, alongside wife, Morag, and father, Les, is now the third generation of the family to [ ]
- [STRONG SALE DEMAND FOR BRITISH SIMMENTAL HIGHLIGHTED IN ANNUAL REPORT TO SOCIETY MEMBERS](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/strong-sale-demand-for-british-simmental-highlighted-in-annual-report-to-society-members/) - Some record averages at sales with strong clearance rates, confirmation of the Simmental breed as the UK’s number one continental breed for age at slaughter, and a solid year of financial performance are just some of the highlights from British Simmental Cattle Society President Stewart Stronach’s first annual report to members. Opening the Society’s fifty [ ]
- [5400GNS RANFURLY HEIFER LEADS ‘SIMMENTAL SPECTACULAR’ SALE AT DUNGANNON](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/5400gns-ranfurly-heifer-leads-simmental-spectacular-sale-at-dungannon/) - • Ranfurly heifers top at 5400gns 4900gns• Omorga heifers at 4700gns 4400gns• Cladymore heifer at 4600gns• Ten-month-old ‘Miss Crumble’ tops Commercials at 2700gns There was standing room only at Dungannon Farmers’ Mart for the 50th Anniversary Simmental Spectacular Sale held on Friday 22nd October. Celebrating 50 years of the NI Simmental Cattle Breeders’ [ ]
- [British Simmental Cattle Society 2nd Sale of Leading Ladies](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/british-simmental-cattle-society-2nd-sale-of-leading-ladies/) - The British Simmental Cattle Society held its second Leading ladies Sale at Carlisle on Saturday 14th September 2013. Judge for the day was Mr John Moore, Omagh, Co Tyrone, Northern Ireland. His over-all champion Newbiemains Connie, a Blackford Albatross daughter consigned from Jim and Patricia Goldie, Newbiemains Farm, Annan, Dumfries made the top price of [ ]
- [Newark English Premier Show & Sale](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/newark/) - Catalogue now online for The Inaugural Pedigree English Premier Show and Sale at Newark Livestock Market on Saturday 29th March 2014 Click here to view
- [Performance Recording](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/performance-recording/) - PERFORMANCE RECORDINGBREEDPLAN EBVs“The Traits Explained” BREEDPLAN currently reports EBVs for a range of economically important traits. These traits include:Birth WeightScrotal SizeEye Muscle AreaDocility MilkDays to CalvingFat DepthNet Feed Intake* 200 Day GrowthGestation LengthRetail Beef YieldStructural Soundness* 400 Day WeightCalving EaseIntramuscular FatFlight Time* 600 Day Weight Carcase Weight Mature Cow Weight Shear Force* ** Trial EBV The above [ ]
- [Ladies Oxford Shirt](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/product/ladies-oxford-shirt/) - This is a variable product. Colours: Pale Blue, White Lady-Fit Sizes: 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20 Sleeve: Long, Short
- [Result Ultra Quilted Gilet](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/product/result-ultra-quilted-gilet/) - This is a variable product. Colours: Black, Navy, Red Sizes: XS, Small, Medium, Large, XL, 2XL, 3XL
- [‘HEAVEN SENT’ CORSKIE COW IS CROWNED THE 2021 SIMMENTAL ‘VIRTUAL’ SHOW CHAMPION](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/heaven-sent-corskie-cow-is-crowned-the-2021-simmental-virtual-show-champion/) - • Mixbury Hall stock bull Tillbrook Frank Overall Reserve• 754 pedigree Simmentals entered the online competition• Cow class sees 197 entries The 2021 Simmental ‘Virtual’ Show Overall Supreme Champion is the outstanding five-year-old cow Corskie Heaven from the well known Corskie Simmental herd of WJ J Green, Garmouth, Fochabers. Taking the Overall Reserve Supreme [ ]
- [Simmentals are runners up in the Steak Awards](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/simmentals-are-runners-up-in-the-steak-awards/) - Mr John Troup of J M Troup, Southbank Farm, Skene, Westhill received the runners up prize in the McIntosh Donald/Tesco Royal Highland Show steak competition. Mr Troup entered a Simmental x steer weighing 374.2kg, grading -U4L.
- [‘IMPRESSIVE’ DENIZES TEAM TAKE THE TOP HONOURS AT BORDERWAY’S SIMMENTAL YOUNGSTOCK SHOW](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/impressive-denizes-team-take-the-top-honours-at-borderways-simmental-youngstock-show/) - Denizes Phantom wins Senior Champion and Overall Supreme Reserve Overall Supreme is Delfur Phantom Denizes Herd wins Junior senior Championship Springfield win Simmental Pairs It was an ‘Impressive’ day for the Denizes herd of MA Barlow Sons, Four Oaks, Ulnes, Nr Leyland, Lancashire who took a host of Championship honours at the Simmental [ ]
- [Carlisle Autumn Sale](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/carlisle-autumn-sale-2/) - Trade at the Simmental Society autumn show and sale was steady throughout with prices reaching to 1,550gns twice at Carlisle on Friday 11th November 2005. The first leading price tag of 1,550gns went to local breeders John and Elizabeth Peile of the Pasturehouse herd at Bolton Low Houses, Wigton. Pasturehouse Revel had earlier in the [ ]
- [Royal Highland Show 21st June to 24th June 2018](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/royal-highland-show-21st-june-to-24th-june-2018/) - Judges Report, John Dykes I was greatly honoured to be invited by the Royal Highland Agricultural Society and the Simmental Society to judge the classes at the Royal Highland Show. To be invited by one’s peers to place their entries at such a prestigious event is a great vote of confidence to any livestock [ ]
- [Open Day at Aikengall](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/open-day-at-aikengall/) - The Scottish Simmental Club had a very successful Open day on 3rd July 2012 at Thurston Mains and Aikengall farms, by kind permission of Mr John Hamilton and Family. Despite heavy rain in the days before the Open day we were lucky that it was a fine day ensuring a good turn out. The day [ ]
- [OVERHILL HOUSE SIMMENTAL HEIFER MAKES £4000 FOR UKRAINE CHARITY](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/overhill-house-simmental-heifer-makes-4000-for-ukraine-charity/) - We are delighted to report that the January 2021 born pedigree Simmental heifer, Overhill House Mary, from Richard McCulloch, Overhill House, West Lothian, sold for a cracking £4000 at Caledonian Marts, Stirling, last Saturday, with all proceeds going to two charities helping children and refugees from the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. Heading to Ayrshire, Overhill [ ]
- [SIMMENTALS ‘ON THE MONEY’ IN SOUTH WEST OF ENGLAND!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/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; Halsworthy; Frome; Sedgemoor; and Exeter. With efficiency, added value, profit and performance, [ ]
- [ROCKING IT!  CADE KATHLEEN’S ROCKSTAR WINS OVERALL SIMMENTAL SUPREME AT THE 2026 GREAT YORKSHIRE SHOW!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/rocking-it-cade-kathleens-rockstar-wins-overall-simmental-supreme-at-the-2026-great-yorkshire-show/) - Cade Kathleen’s Rockstar takes Reserve Overall Supreme Individual Interbreed Simmental wins Interbreed Team of Four for Second Year Running Popes Princess Lumi and Denizes Nugget win Interbreed Pairs Newbiemains win Reserve Overall, Male Champion, and Junior Champion Adding to what has become a stellar show season, the stylish in-calf heifer Cade Kathleen’s Rockstar, aka ‘Roxy’, [ ]
- [ROSIE ‘BLOOMS’ AT THE BLACK ISLE: LAGAVAICH HEIFER WINS 2026 SCOTTISH SIMMENTAL NATIONAL SHOW!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/rosie-blooms-at-the-black-isle-lagavaich-heifer-wins-2026-scottish-simmental-national-show/) - Lagavaich Rosie wins Simmental Overall Supreme, Female Champion, Reserve Overall Interbreed Delfur Nifty S1 takes Reserve Supreme Overall, Reserve Female, Junior Female Coltfield Sambo wins Male Championship Islavale Serbia is Reserve Male Champion Delfur Nifty Reserve Senior Female Quarryhill Sadie, Reserve Junior Female Lagavaich Rosie Coltfield Sambo win Interbreed Pairs The 2026 [ ]
- [Simmental club raises more than £30,000 for Air Ambulance NI](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/simmental-club-raises-more-than-30000-for-air-ambulance-ni/) - THE Northern Ireland Simmental Cattle Breeders’ Club has raised more than £30,000 for Air Ambulance Northern Ireland. Fund raising activities included a raffle, BBQ and auction in memory of its highly esteemed club member Thelma Gorman, who died last year as the result of a tragic farm accident. Club chairman Conrad Fegan said: “We have [ ]
- [Simmental club selects teams for Turriff stockjudging finals](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/simmental-club-selects-teams-for-turriff-stockjudging-finals/) - The 25-cow Hiltonstown Herd based at Portglenone was the venue for the Northern Ireland Simmental Cattle Breeders’ Club’s annual stockjudging competition. Hosted by chairman Richard Rodgers and family, the evening event attracted a good turnout of club members and friends from throughout the province. The competition is staged annually to select two judging teams to [ ]
- [PART TWO OF THREE: SIMMENTALS TOPPING COMMERCIAL SALES IN AUGUST AT 32 MARKETS AROUND THE UK!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/part-two-of-three-simmentals-topping-commercial-sales-in-august-at-32-markets-around-the-uk/) - SIMMENTALS TOPPING SALE SECTIONS AT: SEDGEMOOR; SKIPTON; SELBY; ABERDEEN; GISBURN; HALLWORTHY; CARLISLE; MARKET DRAYTON; DINGWALL; SALISBURY; MALTON; BAKEWELL; RUGBY; HEXHAM; THAME; CROOKLANDS; THIRSK; SHREWSBURY; STIRLING; EXETER; WHITLAND; LUDLOW; FROME; MELTON MOWBRAY; DARLINGTON; CARMARTHERN; AYR; MONMOUTHSHIRE; DUMFRIES; BALLYMENA; PENRITH; AND SWATRAGH Analysis of Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB) data has shown Simmental gives beef producers [ ]
- [Ranfurly Red-Letter Day](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/ranfurly-red-letter-day-1/) - Judge praises quality of Simmental’s at NI National Show By Julie Hazelton A tremendous show with an incredible standard of livestock was how British Simmental Cattle Society president Michael Barlow described the breed’s inaugural NI National Show. Mr Barlow from the noted Denizes Herd based in Lancashire, said he thoroughly enjoyed judging the event, held [ ]
- [Simmental Judges Out In Force At Bridgewater Farm](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/simmental-judges-out-in-force-at-bridgewater-farm/) - The Northern Ireland Simmental Cattle Breeders’ Club’s annual stockjudging event attracted more than 130 club members and friends from throughout the Province. The event was hosted by club chairman Nigel Glasgow, and his wife Phyllis, who own the noted Bridgewater Farm Herd based at Cookstown, in County Tyrone. Judges, both novice and experienced, placed the [ ]
- [ISLAVALE LULLABY ‘ROCKS’ TO SCOTTISH SIMMENTAL NATIONAL SHOW CHAMPIONSHIP FOR THE BACKMUIR HERD AND LIFTS THE OVERALL INTERBREED SUPREME AT THE BLACK ISLE](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/islavale-lullaby-rocks-to-scottish-simmental-national-show-championship-for-the-backmuir-herd-and-lifts-the-overall-interbreed-supreme-at-the-black-isle/) - • Backmuir achieve the 2022 double of Scottish National Show, and Royal Highland Show Championships with Islavale Lullaby• Islavale Lullaby wins the Overall Interbreed at the Black Isle Show• Denizes Eve’s Beauty 3rd takes Simmental Overall Reserve Supreme Female Interbreed Champion Islavale Lullaby The April 2020 born heifer Islavale Lullaby scooped the [ ]
- [MODERN, VERSATILE OVERHILL HOUSE SIMMENTALS PROVING TO BE THE WHOLE PACKAGE](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/modern-versatile-overhill-house-simmentals-proving-to-be-the-whole-package/) - It’s been a record-breaking year to remember for Overhill House Simmentals and owner Richard McCulloch, Armadale, West Lothian. Here we profile the 130-cow herd, look at it’s history, and some of the breeding philosophies behind its ongoing progress and development. Factfile: Overhill House Farm, Armadale, West Lothian1000 owned acres, +200 rented850 breeding ewes130 Simmental cows, [ ]
- [SIMMENTALS CONTINUING TO TOP COMMERCIAL MARKETS AROUND THE UK INCLUDING AT: DARLINGTON; ABERDEEN; ST. BOSWELLS; LANCASTER; STIRLING; CARLISLE; DUMFRIES; DUNGANNON; HEXHAM; MELTON MOWBRAY; AYR; MALTON; LANARK; MARKET DRAYTON; GISBURN; THIRSK; PRESTON; HUNTLY; SEDGEMOOR; EXETER; & HOLSWORTHY](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/simmentals-continuing-to-top-commercial-markets-around-the-uk-including-at-darlington-aberdeen-st-boswells-lancaster-stirling-carlisle-dumfries-dungannon-hexham-melton-mowbray-ayr-malton/) - Here we go with more Simmental Market Briefs, and the first round-up post in 2023. The calendar may have ticked over but it’s more of the same as Simmental cattle again show their versatility, flexibility, and efficiency, in topping commercial sales around the UK. Please see here snippets from some 21 UK livestock markets as [ ]
- [KILBRIDE FARM BULL ‘STRIKES IT LUCKY’ TO WIN THE FIRST CLASS OF THE 2021 ‘VIRTUAL’ SIMMENTAL SHOW](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/kilbride-farm-bull-strikes-it-lucky-to-win-the-first-class-of-the-2021-virtual-simmental-show/) - 58 young bull calves is a great way to kick off the 2021 ‘Virtual’ Simmental Show, and the results for Class One, Autumn born bull calf, born between 1st July 2020 and 31st December 2020, are now in! There’s a definite Northern Irish flavour, with three bulls from the province placing in the top six, [ ]
- [MIXBURY HALL SIMMENTAL PRIME BULLS AT £2125 TOP RUGBY FARMERS MARKET](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/mixbury-hall-simmental-prime-bulls-at-2125-top-rugby-farmers-market/) - 17-month-old Simmental prime bulls (pictured) from Vernon Bailey, Mixbury Hall Farm, Brackley, Northants made to £2125 to top the prime bull trade at Rugby Farmers Market, Stoneleigh on Monday 27th June. A bull weighing in at 790kgs led the trade at £2125, with a 748kg bull at £2027, and a 734kg bull at £1967. An [ ]
- [Newark Commercial Sale Report](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/newark-commercial-sale-report/) - Click here to view mart report
- [Stirling Bull Sales 16th & 17th February 2014](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/february-bull-sales/) - Sunday 16th February 5pm: Show of Simmental heifers Monday 17th February 8am: Show of Simmental bulls 1pm: Sale of Simmental females (55) 1.30pm: Sale of Simmental bulls (175) Download catalogue
- [DELFUR WEIGELA N12 WINS THE 2024 SIMMENTAL VIRTUAL SHOW FEMALE CHAMPIONSHIP SHOW](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/delfur-weigela-n12-wins-the-2024-simmental-virtual-show-female-championship-show/) - Delfur Weigela was first in Class Four, and which had 134 entries! It’s a massive well done to Delfur Farms, Rothes, Aberlour who have won the Female Championship with their October 2022 born heifer Delfur Weigela N12. Delfur Weigela N12 is by Ballymoney Larry 20, and is out of Delfur Weigela E12, an Auchorachan ACDC [ ]
- [Carlisle Spring sale, including the Leading Ladies 22nd April 2016](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/carlisle-spring-sale-including-the-leading-ladies-22nd-april-2016/) - The Carlisle Spring sale which included the Leading Ladies was judged by Mr Robin Boyd of Slievenagh Farm, 78 Ballynafie Road, Portglenone, County Antrim. Topping the trade on the day at 5000gns was the Leading Ladies Champion Corskie Enita from Mr W J J Green of Corskie, Garmouth, Fochabers, Moray, IV32 7NN. This Greencap [ ]
- [Bosahan Herd wins Most Improved Simmental Herd Award](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/bosahan-herd-wins-most-improved-simmental-herd-award/) - The Bosahan herd owned by the Olds family, of Constantine, near Falmouth, has been recognised by EBLEX as the Most Improved Herd of Simmental cattle in England for 2013. The award is presented by the EBLEX Beef Better Returns Programme (BRP) to the recorded herd that shows the greatest genetic gain for commercial characteristics over [ ]
- [‘IMPRESSIVE’ CHAMPIONS AT SIMMENTAL CALF SHOW](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/impressive-champions-at-simmental-calf-show/) - The inaugural Four Breed Calf Show has been hailed as a resounding success, by organisers, exhibitors, sponsors and spectators. Supported by HVS Animal Health, Oddball Engineering and Dunbia, the multi-breed event featuring British Blue, British Blonde, Saler and Simmental entries, was held at Dungannon Farmers’ Mart. The Simmental section dominated the one-day show with entries [ ]
- [Strong entry for Agri Expo Calf Show](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/strong-entry-for-agri-expo-calf-show/) - A new high entry of 46 calves proves the 2014 show is still going from strength to strength. This year s judge, Mr Andy Ryder, from Carlisle, had his work cut out in some good classes of quality stock. Coming through as junior champion to clinch the overall title was was Deerhurst Fern from the Van [ ]
- [ROYAL NORFOLK SEES POPES PRINCESS IMMIE ‘CROWNED’ CHAMPION AT 2023 SIMMENTAL ENGLISH NATIONAL SHOW](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/royal-norfolk-sees-popes-princess-immie-crowned-champion-at-2023-simmental-english-national-show/) - The high-quality Simmental summer road show moved to the Royal Norfolk which provided the platform for the 2023 Simmental English National Show held on Wednesday 28th June. Close on sixty pedigree Simmentals put on a super breed spectacle in front of the judge John Moore of the highly noted Omorga herd, Omagh, Co Tyrone. After [ ]
- [THAINSTONE SEES SIMMENTAL CROSS HEIFERS SELL TO £3950; £3850; £3750, WITH BIG NUMBERS OVER THE £3000 MARK!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/thainstone-sees-simmental-cross-heifers-sell-to-3950-3850-3750-with-big-numbers-over-the-3000-mark/) - • Simmentals also top the bulling heifer trade at £2280 • Simmental bull to 5200gns The demand and popularity for Simmental breeding females with commercial beef producers was very much highlighted at Aberdeen and Northern Marts sale of 424 head of adult breeding cattle at Thainstone on 1st May. Simmental cross heifers sold to a [ ]
- [MARKET BRIEFS I:  SIMMENTALS CONTINUING TO DO THE BUSINESS AT UK MARKETS AND INCLUDING LUDLOW; CARLISLE; OSWESTRY; MARKET DRAYTON; MELTON MOWBRAY; DINGWALL; RUGBY; SKIPTON; SEDGEMOOR; LANCASTER; ISLAY; ABERDEEN; HOLSWORTHY; QUOYBRAE; HUNTLY; THIRSK; AYR; FROME; AND STORNOWAY](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/market-briefs-i-simmentals-continuing-to-do-the-business-at-uk-markets-and-including-ludlow-carlisle-oswestry-market-drayton-melton-mowbray-dingwall-rugby-skipton-sedgemoor-lancaster-islay/) - Playing a little catch-up in a busy time, please see here a selection of just some Simmental market briefs from late September through to the third week of October. There’s a lot more to follow in a further post to bring us up to date as we keep reporting on the efficiency, added value, and [ ]
- [Worcester Sale Saturday 1st May](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/worcester-sale-saturday-1st-may/) - The schedule for the forthcoming sale at Worcester is now available. Entry forms have been emailed or posted out and have been added below
- [Aberdeen and Northern Marts Spring Sale 27th February 2019](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/aberdeen-and-northern-marts-spring-sale-27th-february-2019/) - Judging the Aberdeen and Northern Mart spring sale at Thainstone Centre, Inverurie, was Bob Adams from Newhouse Glamis, Forfar, Angus.
- [Darsham Dispersal Sale](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/darsham-dispersal-sale/) - Sale report by United Auctions A record price for a Simmental female was established when Darsham Kit Kat the much admired winner of five Royal championships over the last two years made 18,000 gns. Kit Kat, a 1999 born cow was sired by Sterling Flint and out of the foundation cow Revelex Desire 5th was [ ]
- [AWD Varsity Zipped Hoodie](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/product/awd-varsity-zipped-hoodie/) - This is a variable product. Colours: Kelly Green with White lining and zip, Navy with Red lining and zip, Red with Black lining and zip Sizes: Small, Medium, Large, XL, 2XL
- [Young Members Trip 23rd – 25th August 2019 – Stock Judging results](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/young-members-trip-23rd-25th-august-2019-stock-judging-results/) - The Young Members Stock Judging was held at Overhill House on Saturday 24th August 2019. The results are as follows: Junior teams 1st John McCammond Cara Moore 2nd Katie Boyes Lizzie Harding 3rd Aimee Emma Stronach Senior Teams 1st– Molly Bradley Alice Stubbs 2nd– John Barlow Ellis Vickers [ ]
- [MICHAEL DURNO AND CAMERON MACIVER PROMOTING SIMMENTALS AND TYPE CLASSIFICATION TO ORKNEY FARMERS](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/michael-durno-and-cameron-maciver-promoting-simmentals-and-type-classification-to-orkney-farmers/) - In mid January, Simmental breeders Michael Durno (Auchorachan), Cameron Maciver (Coltfield), along with Meurig James, the head cattle classifier of Holstein UK, travelled north to Orkney on the invitation of the Orkney Discussion Society (ODS), to give a presentation at their evening meeting, and to give an on farm demonstration of cattle classifying the following [ ]
- [BEEF PRODUCTION AT MINIMUM COST, AND MILK AND MATERNAL SEES EFFICIENT SIMMENTAL INCREASING PRODUCTIVITY AND ADDING TO PROFIT!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/this-weeks-market-briefs-see-simmental-cattle-topping-commercial-sales-at-holfirth-shrewsbury-stirling-sedgemoor-thainstone-exeter-frome-others/) - SIMMENTAL CATTLE TOPPING COMMERCIAL SALES AT HOLMFIRTH; SHREWSBURY; STIRLING; SEDGEMOOR; ABERDEEN; EXETER; FROME; HALLWORTHY; DUMFRIES; OSWESTRY; THIRSK; QUOYBRAE; DINGWALL; MALTON; PORTREE; SELBY; FORT WILLIAM; TRURO; MELTON MOWBRAY; RUGBY At Holmfirth Market on 2nd November, the trade for cows with calves at foot was led by a ten-year-old Simmental cow with 7-month Limousin calf at [ ]
- [SIMMENTAL HEIFERS WITH CALVES AT FOOT IN BIG DEMAND AT THAINSTONE AND TOP AT £4300](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/simmental-heifers-with-calves-at-foot-in-big-demand-at-thainstone-and-top-at-4300/) - Heifer with Bull Calf (101) sell to £4300 for a Simmental Cross with Limousin Cross calf from Towiemore, Keith. 77 Towiemore heifers average £3551, up by +£26 on the year Cow with Bull Calf sell to £3000 for a Simmental with a Simmental Calf from Wellhouse Farm, Beauly. At Thainstone yesterday, Wednesday 8th May, ANM [ ]
- [Member Adverts A – F](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/member-adverts-a-f/) - MEMBER ADVERTS A-F
- [Newark Sale, 23rd March 2019](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/newark-sale-23rd-march-2019/) - Judging the Newark spring sale at Newark Livestock Market, was Daffyd Jones from Maesllymystyn, Foel, Welshpool, Powys. Topping the trade on the day at 4,300 gns was lot 19, the Female and Overall Champion, MIDHOPE I AM THE BEST, bred by WJ Hollingsworth, Midhope Hall Farm, Midhopestone, Sheffield. S36 4GW. A WOODHALL ELLISON 13 daughter [ ]
- [POPES PREMIER WINS NATIONAL PEDIGREE CALF SHOW INTERBREED AT 2023 ENGLISH WINTER FAIR](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/popes-premier-wins-national-pedigree-calf-show-interbreed-at-2023-english-winter-fair/) - Popes Premier, Simmental National Pedigree Calf Show Interbreed Champion At the opening day of the 2023 English Winter Fair held at Staffordshire County Showground, the 30th January 2023 born bull calf Popes Premier, from Messrs JH VG Wood, Popes Farm, Dutton, Preston, Lancs, won the Simmental Pedigree Calf Championship before moving on to [ ]
- [15,000GNS MAISLEY RIP ‘TEARS IT UP’ AND LEADS RECORD SIMMENTAL MAY SALE TRADE AT STIRLING!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/15000gns-maisley-rip-tears-it-up-and-leads-record-simmental-may-sale-trade-at-stirling/) - 28 Simmental bulls average £9758, up by £963 on the year, for three more sold £9758 is a new record Simmental average for the May Stirling Sale Sixth consecutive year a new record Simmental average at this fixture Simmentals lead the all-breeds averages Eight Simmental bulls make 10,000gns and more Clearance rate of 85% ‘May [ ]
- [Scottish National Show – Turriff 5th August to 6th August 2018 – Judge Mr S Key](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/scottish-national-show-turriff-5th-august-to-6th-august-2018-judge-mr-s-key/) - To start I’d like to thank the Scottish Simmental Club for the absolute honour and privilege of judging their National Show. The high standard of cattle put before me were an absolute credit to the breeders and the Simmental breed. Class 1: Bulls born before 31/12/16. Quite a difficult class with three different types of [ ]
- [Simmental Autumn Sales finish on a flyer at Carlisle](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/carlisle-autumn09/) - The British Simmental Society autumn sales ended with a flyer at Carlisle, when the bull average soared by 1500 gns with three more sold than in 2008 and with females peaking at 4000 gns for the youngest heifer in the catalogue. Demand has been such this autumn that virtually every Simmental sale has witnessed at [ ]
- [‘GREEN DAY’ AS CORSKIE AND GARMOUTH TOP EXCEPTIONAL CLASS OF 197 SIMMENTAL COWS!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/green-day-as-corskie-and-garmouth-top-exceptional-class-of-197-simmental-cows/) - Corskie Heaven from Mr WJ J Green, Corskie, Garmouth, Fochabers has been placed first in the ‘huge’ Cow class of the 2021 ‘Virtual’ Simmental Show. In what has been the biggest class to date in the two years of the ‘Virtual’ show, the five-year-old Corskie Heaven, a Dirnanean Bradley daughter, prevailed from a class of 197 Simmental cows from breeders all over the UK.
- [22,000GNS DENIZES NEW ORLEANS LEADS ALL-BREEDS TRADE AT STIRLING AND SETS NEW MAY SALE RECORD](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/22000gns-denizes-new-orleans-leads-all-breeds-trade-at-stirling-and-sets-new-may-sale-record/) - • £6720 (+£892) sets a new Simmental record average for Stirling May Sale • 22,000gns a new Simmental record for the May Stirling Sale • 96% clearance rate with 24 out of 25 bulls selling Denizes New Orleans, from MA Barlow Sons, Four Oaks, Ulnes, Leyland, sold for 22,000gns, to a commercial buyer, to [ ]
- [Simmental Judging Event at Bridgewater Farm on July 1](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/simmental-judging-event-at-bridgewater-farm-on-july-1/) - All roads will lead to Cookstown on Monday evening July 1, for the Northern Ireland Simmental Cattle Breeders’ Club’s annual stockjudging competition. Commencing at 7.00pm, the event will be hosted by club chairman Nigel Glasgow, and his wife Phyllis, at the Bridgewater Farm Herd, 30 Creevagh Road, Cookstown, County Tyrone, BT80 9QU. During the evening [ ]
- [PART THREE OF THREE: FROM HUNTLY TO HAILSHAM, SIMMENTALS ‘DOING THE BUSINESS’ AT SALES AROUND THE UK!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/part-three-of-three-from-huntly-to-hailsham-simmentals-doing-the-business-at-sales-around-the-uk/) - Here is the third and final part of what has been a bumper month of Simmental market briefs for September, and featuring snippets from a mighty 33 markets around the UK. Markets highlighted in the month have included: STIRLING; LANARK; CARLISLE; SEDGEMOOR; EXETER; THAINSTONE; DUNGANNON; HUNTLY; TIREE; TRURO; SKIPTON; BALLYMENA; MELTON MOWBRAY; BAKEWELL; GISBURN; CASTLE [ ]
- [GERRARD BELINDA WINS CLASS SIX OF THE 2022 SIMMENTAL VIRTUAL SHOW](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/gerrard-belinda-wins-class-six-of-the-2022-simmental-virtual-show/) - The final class of this year’s Simmental ‘Virtual’ Show has now been judged and with a fantastic 51 entries into Class Six, Cow any age, In milk. A sincere thank you is extended to everyone who has entered and supported this year’s competition, it is greatly appreciated. It has been great to see entries from [ ]
- [Buoyant Bristol Simmental Trade](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/bristol-autumn10/) - The Simmental Society Show and Sale held at Bristol Sales Centre on 14th October 2010 saw a fast trade for the females that were on offer. The highest bid was 2550gns for the Reserve Female Champion ‘Cathedral Shannon’ a 2005 born cow sold with her twin bull calves at foot, she was sold by Mr [ ]
- [ALL-ROUND BEEF AND MATERNAL QUALITIES SEES SIMMENTAL TOPPING COMMERCIAL SALES AT ABERDEEN; HALLWORTHY; STIRLING; CARLISLE; DUNGANNON; GAERWEN; BENTHAM; FORFAR; QUOYBRAE; RUGBY; HUNTLY; SEDGEMOOR; FROME; EXETER; LANARK; MARKET DRAYTON; TRURO; & LANCASTER.](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/all-round-beef-and-maternal-qualities-sees-simmental-topping-commercial-sales-at-aberdeen-hallworthy-stirling-carlisle-dungannon-gaerwen-bentham-forfar-quoybrae-rugby-huntly-sedgemoor-from/) - A maternal mainstay of the of the commercial suckler herd, natural efficiency is a real strength of the Simmental breed. Simmentals are versatile; complement all breeds; are easy calving maternal, milky mothers; produce beef from grass and are easy fleshing; are fast growing and are the UK’s leading continental beef breed for age at slaughter. [ ]
- [English National Simmental Show – East of England](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/english-national-simmental-show-east-of-england/) - Boddington Estates takes the English National Simmental championship Concluding a rather wet day’s judging at Peterborough, the English National Simmental Show championship went the way of Boddington Estates with their female champion Sterling Krumpets Britney, an ET-bred Sterling Flint daughter out of Sterling Hawaii’s Krumpet and she has carried on her fantastic form from earlier [ ]
- [SIMMENTAL THE BREED ‘FIT TO FACE THE FUTURE’ AT MANOR FARM, PENRITH, CUMBRIA](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/simmental-the-breed-fit-to-face-the-future-at-manor-farm-penrith-cumbria/) - Snapshot article featuring the 120 suckler cow herd of Irving Evonne Pearson at Manor Farm, Blencow, Cumbria where lower input Simmentals are helping to increase profitability.
- [1st Simmental Sired Suckler Calf Show – Truro 17th October 2018](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/1st-simmental-sired-suckler-calf-show-truro-17th-october-2018/) - SIMMENTAL-SIRED SUCKLED CALF JUDGED SALE RESULTS Judge: Mr. Graham Reed from the “Skylark” Herd at Bickleigh, Tiverton Lodge Thomas in conjunction with the Cornwall Simmental Club and the British Simmental Society were pleased to host a Special Judged Prize Sale of Simmental-Sired Suckled Calves on Wednesday17thOctober at Truro Market alongside our 2nd Commercial Suckled [ ]
- [SIMMENTALS CONTINUING TO TOP COMMERCIAL MARKETS AROUND THE UK AND INCLUDING: PRESTON; MARKET DRAYTON; FROME; DUMFRIES; HOLMFIRTH; DINGWALL; AYR; SEDGEMOOR; CARLISLE; DUMFRIES; HUNTLY; EXETER; ABERDEEN; TRURO; LANARK; DARLINGTON; WORCESTER; LUDLOW; OSWESTRY; DUNGANNON; AND ANGLESEY](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/simmentals-continuing-to-top-commercial-markets-around-the-uk-and-including-preston-market-drayton-frome-dumfries-holmfirth-dingwall-ayr-sedgemoor-carlisle-dumfries-huntly-exeter-aberdeen/) - Playing a little bit of catch up but see the first of two market briefs reports, firstly up to the 6th April, of the Simmental breed topping commercial sales, across all classes of stock, at livestock markets around the country. Look out for a further Simmental market briefs round up coming soon. In the sale [ ]
- [‘Impeccable’ win for Ranfurly  in Balmoral Simmental ring By Julie Hazelton](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/impeccable-win-for-ranfurly-in-balmoral-simmental-ring-by-julie-hazelton/) - A tremendous young bull with style and exceptional breed character was how English judge Bridget Borlase described the supreme Simmental champion at the 150th Balmoral Show. Lifting the plaudits at the sun-drenched Balmoral Park – which has been home to the RUAS event for six years – was the sixteen-month-old Raceview King son, Ranfurly Impeccable [ ]
- [Dual-purpose Simmental Ticks Boxes on Down Farm](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/dual-purpose-simmental-ticks-boxes-on-down-farm/) - by Julie Hazelton When it comes to breeding functional suckler cows with superior mothering qualities the Simmental is the ultimate breed of choice for County Down herd owners Brian and John Edgar. The Edgar brothers farm a total of 350 acres of owned and rented land near Tyrella on the outskirts of Downpatrick. The main [ ]
- [STOP PRESS:  ROMA DREAMER 2ND LEADS ROMA DISPERSAL SALE AT 10,000GNS](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/stop-press-roma-dreamer-2nd-leads-roma-dispersal-sale-at-10000gns/) - • Lisglass Gladioluf and Roma Legend 20 sell as an outfit for 10,000gns• Roma Destiny and het twin bull calves sell for a collective 8000gnsRoma Dreamer 2nd sold for 10,000gns to lead the Dispersal Sale of the Roma Simmental herd of Roy Weatherup, Romavale, Ashybank, Hawick, Roxburghshire, held today on Saturday, 11th September, at United [ ]
- [MERLIN ‘WEAVES HIS MAGIC’ FOR SCOTLAND HILL HERD IN YOUNG SIMMENTAL BULL CLASS!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/merlin-weaves-his-magic-for-scotland-hill-herd-in-young-simmental-bull-class/) - Congratulations to Tom Hill, from Scotland Hill Simmentals, Wadworth, Doncaster, whose young bull Scotland Hill Merlin, has taken the top spot in another strong Class in the ongoing 2021 ‘Virtual’ Simmental Show. Scotland Hill Merlin came out top in Class 5, Spring born bull calf, born in 2021 and from an entry of 87 calves [ ]
- [23,000GNS ANNICK COLLEEN’S GINGER & ANNICK GINGER’S NUTMEG SPICE UP A CRACKING ANNICK SIMMENTAL HERD DISPERSAL SALE](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/23000gns-annick-colleens-ginger-annick-gingers-nutmeg-spice-up-a-cracking-annick-simmetal-herd-dispersal-sale/) - • 23,000gns breed record price for a cow and calf unit• Cow calf units sell at 23,000gns; 12,500gns; 9400gns• Calved heifer sells at 16,000gns• 19 lots sell at 5,000gns and more• Cows calves average £5,343.95• Cows average £5,423• Sale grosses £220,710.05• Cairnview Reduction Sale tops at 7,500gns The seven-year-old-cow Annick Colleen’s Ginger [ ]
- [MONEY MAKING SIMMENTALS AT MARKETS AROUND THE UK!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/money-making-simmentals-at-markets-around-the-uk/) - SIMMENTALS TOPPING SALES AT: TRURO; HOLSWORTHY; MARKET DRAYTON; SEDGEMOOR; MELTON MOWBRAY; FROME; SALISBURY; THAME; LANCASTER; THAINSTONE; RUGBY; AYR; THIRSK; STIRLING; CARLISLE; OSWESTRY; MONMOUTHSHIRE; DINGWALL; BAKEWELL; QUOYBRAE; HUNTLY; GISBURN; LANCASTER; CROOKLANDS; LUDLOW; HALLWORTHY; HEXHAM; LANARK; SELBY; LERWICK; EXETER; BALLYMENA Industry figures show, calves by a Simmental sire finish 36 days earlier than those by continental [ ]
- [28,000GNS BANNHILL FARM BULL LEADS THE WAY AT STIRLING AS STRONG SIMMENTAL DEMAND SEES A NEW BREED RECORD AVERAGE](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/28000gns-banhill-farm-bull-leads-the-way-at-stirling-as-strong-simmental-demand-sees-a-new-breed-record-average/) - • 97 bulls average a new February record of £7,260, up £425 on the year• Clearance rate of 88% with eight more bulls sold on the year• 28,000gns bull sets a new Northern Ireland Simmental record• Two bulls break the 20,000gns mark with twenty bulls in all at 9,000gns and over• Bulls sell to all [ ]
- [BACKMUIR WINS 2024 SCOTTISH SIMMENTAL NATIONAL SHOW, AND TURRIFF OVERALL INTERBREED CHAMPIONSHIP, WITH ANNICK GINGER’S LUCIA!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/backmuir-wins-2024-scottish-simmental-national-show-and-turriff-overall-interbreed-championship-with-annick-gingers-lucia/) - Annick Ginger’s Lucia Wins Simmental Overall Supreme and Individual Interbreed Corskie Puma 23 (P) Wins Overall Simmental Junior, and Junior Interbreed Simmental Pairs and Group of Three Win Reserve Interbreed Titles Pitgaveny win Male Championship Pitmudie take Junior Female Championship The rain stopped and the sun came out to shine on a fantastic 2024 Simmental [ ]
- [30,000GNS DENIZES LANCELOT LEADS RECORD BREAKING SIMMENTAL SALE AT STIRLING](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/30000gns-denizes-lancelot-leads-record-breaking-simmental-sale-at-stirling/) - 30,000gns is the second top price for a Simmental bull sold at auction in the UK Sale average sets a new breed record of £6835, up by £353 89 bulls sell, up by 25 on the year, and with a clearance rate of 86% Eight bulls made over 10,000gns, with 25 in all making 7000gns [ ]
- [‘HISTORY MAKER’ BALLINALARE FARM NIKITA WINS  2024 NI SIMMENTAL NATIONAL SHOW](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/history-maker-ballinalare-farm-nikita-wins-2024-ni-simmental-national-show/) - Ballinalare Farm Nikita wins Overall Reserve Individual Interbreed Ranfurly Principal P12 Wins Overall Reserve, Male Champion Junior Champion, and the Beef Stakes Interbreed Dermody Princess 2 takes Simmental Reserve Female Championship Coolcran Pharaoh 23 wins Simmental Reserve Male Championship The all-conquering heifer Ballinalare Farm Nikita, from Joe Alan Wilson, Dorans Hill, Newry, Co [ ]
- [£3250 LOST FARM HEIFER WITH CALF AT FOOT LEADS STRONG SIMMENTAL COMMERCIAL DEMAND AT ABERDEEN & NORTHERN MARTS SALE OF BREEDING CATTLE](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/3250-lost-farm-heifer-with-calf-at-foot-leads-strong-simmental-commercial-demand-at-aberdeen-northern-marts-sale-of-breeding-cattle/) - Aberdeen Northern Marts annual show and sale of breeding cattle at Thainstone Agricultural Centre, held on Tuesday 28th September saw strong outfits easily cashed and with a noticeable demand for the quality lots featuring Simmental breeding. 136 head of adult breeding cattle were sold on the day. Topping the Simmental trade at £3250 was [ ]
- [BRITISH SIMMENTAL WELCOMES SUE STENNER TO ITS STAFF TEAM](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/british-simmental-welcomes-sue-stenner-to-its-staff-team/) - British Simmental is delighted to officially announce that Sue Stenner has joined the Society’s staff team at the Society’s Stoneleigh, Warwickshire based office. Having commenced her role as a Herd Book Administrator in late July, Sue has very much hit the ground running familiarising herself with all aspects of the Society’s work and introducing herself [ ]
- [Mens Oxford Shirt](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/product/mens-oxford-shirt/) - This is a variable product. Colours: Pale Blue, Silver, White Sizes: 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22 Sleeve: Long, Short
- [CZECH IT OUT’, NEWBIEMAINS PRAGUE WINS CLASS THREE OF THE 2024 BRITISH SIMMENTAL VIRTUAL SHOW](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/czech-it-out-newbiemains-prague-wins-class-three-of-the-2024-british-simmental-virtual-show/) - It’s ‘Big Reveal’ time once again in the 2024 Simmental Virtual Show, and today we are publishing the results for Class Three Heifer Calf born on or after 1st August 2023. We are now half way through this year’s classes and the support for the Virtual Show continues to grow. We’ve had a fantastic [ ]
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- [FLASHY’ KILLIWORGIE MIRANDAS LOTTI WINS THE FEMALE CHAMPIONSHIP IN 2022 SIMMENTAL ‘VIRTUAL’ SHOW!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/flashy-killiworgie-mirandas-lotti-wins-the-female-championship-in-2022-simmental-virtual-show/) - In the first ‘big reveal’ of the 2022 Simmental ‘Virtual’ Show, huge congratulations are extended to Steve Gill Gummow, Higher Killiworgie Farm, Newquay, Cornwall who have won this year’s Female Championship with Killiworgie Mirandas Lotti. The January 2020 born Lotti becomes the first heifer to win the Female Championship in what is the third [ ]
- [STORERSMITH RAPUNZEL ‘LETS DOWN HER HAIR’ AND WINS THE SIMMENTAL CHAMPIONSHIP AT THE 2025 ENGLISH WINTER FAIR!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/storersmith-rapunzel-lets-down-her-hair-and-wins-the-simmental-championship-at-the-2025-english-winter-fair/) - Fishpool Spartan (P) takes Overall Reserve Supreme Storersmith Rapunzel Wins Best Staffordshire Bred It was another Championship day for the Storersmith herd of Richard Louise Storer Smith, Spath Farm House, Uttoxeter, who took the Simmental Overall Championship at the 2025 English Winter Fair held at the Staffordshire County Showground, Bingley Hall, on Saturday 15th [ ]
- [Simmental females in demand at Dungannon](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/simmental-females-in-demand-at-dungannon/) - A buoyant trade for Simmental females at Dungannon Farmers’ Mart resulted in pedigree heifers selling to a top of 2,000gns; while commercial entries peaked at £1,110 over their weight. Sale leader in the pedigree section was the fourth placed Coolcrannel Edna bred by Willie Phair from Lisbellaw, County Fermanagh. Born in April 2013, she is [ ]
- [SIMMENTALS CONTINUING TO TOP COMMERCIAL MARKETS AROUND THE UK](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/simmentals-continuing-to-top-commercial-markets-around-the-uk/) - HALLWORTHY, STIRLING, MARKET DRAYTON, EXETER, ABERDEEN, DUMFRIES, SKIPTON, DUNGANNON, WHITLAND, BAKEWELL, SEDGEMOOR, GISBURN, MELTON MOWBRAY, HUNTLY, DARLINGTON, FROME, OSWESTRY, RUGBY, ST BOSWELLS, AYR, AND SKIPTON. Simmental females are established as leading suckler cows with outstanding milkiness and fertility, ease of calving, and who can wean calves at 50% of their bodyweight at 200 days. Female [ ]
- [SIMMENTALS LEADING STORE; PRIME; AND BREEDING SALES AT MARKETS AROUND THE UK AND INCLUDING AT:](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/simmentals-leading-store-prime-and-breeding-sales-at-markets-around-the-uk-and-including-at/) - LOCKERBIE; LANARK; EXETER; DUMFRIES; SWATRAGH; SHREWSBURY; MELTON MOWBRAY; STIRLING; MARKET DRAYTON; BAKEWELL; SKIPTON; THAINSTONE; LUDLOW; THAME; FROME; HUNTLY; AND CARLISLE We continue to feature Simmental sired cattle doing the business, but please note there’s just as many sale toppers sired by other breeds out of Simmental females! There’s more to Simmental. In the second of [ ]
- [‘TENDER AND TASTY’ SIMMENTAL STEAK WINS TESCO COMPETITION AT THE ROYAL HIGHLAND SHOW!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/tender-and-tasty-simmental-steak-wins-tesco-competition-at-the-royal-highland-show/) - • A further Simmental steak takes third prize. Firming up its eating quality credentials, Simmental steaks took first and third at this year’s prestigious Tesco Sirloin Steak competition held in conjunction with Kepak MacIntosh Donald, at the Royal Highland Show, Ingliston. The winning entry came from first-time exhibitor Eric Scott, Mains of Kindrought, Strichen with [ ]
- [STOP PRESS: 10,000GNS ISLAVALE MARSHALL HEADS UP SIMMENTAL BREED RECORD AVERAGE AT ABERDEEN!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/stop-press-10000gns-islavale-marshall-heads-up-simmental-breed-record-average-at-aberdeen/) - The demand from commercial producers for quality Simmental bulls continued at Aberdeen Northern Marts Spring Show Sale at Thainstone Centre, Inverurie on Wednesday 1st March with a new Simmental centre record average set at £6638 for the 14 bulls sold. Nine Simmental bulls sold at 6000gns or more with the sale seeing a [ ]
- [HOLLYBROOK MAXIMUM TOPS THE SIMMENTALS AT MELTON MOWBRAY](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/hollybrook-maximum-tops-the-simmentals-at-melton-mowbray/) - The April 2021 born Hollybrook Maximum from Chris Zara Curson, Hollybrook Farm, Welbourne, Dereham, Norfolk sold for 3900gns to top the small section of Simmentals at the fledgling Melton Mowbray Multi Breed Sale on Saturday, 25th March. Earlier in the day this bull had been placed as the Simmental Overall Champion by the judge, [ ]
- [SIMMENTAL STEER SELLS FOR A £2010 CENTRE RECORD AT EXETER!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/simmental-steer-sells-for-a-2010-centre-record-at-exeter/) - • Ant Hart tops Hallworthy Market with a Simm steer A strong week of sales across their Exeter and Hallworthy centres saw Kivells auctioneers selling 1312 store cattle and 381 stirks in all with Simmentals leading the way at both centres. On 10th March, and with a South West high and an Exeter market record [ ]
- [COLIN FORDYCE, THE SIMMENTAL JUDGE AT THE UPCOMING STIRLING SIMMENTAL BULL SALE ON FEBRUARY 19TH & 20TH](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/colin-fordyce-the-simmental-judge-at-the-upcoming-stirling-simmental-bull-sale-on-february-19th-20th/) - With just under three weeks to the Stirling Simmental Bull Sale on Monday February 20th, it’s a timely point to focus on the pre-sale Simmental judge, Colin Fordyce, Meigle, Blairgowrie. Colin is the long-standing herd manager of the noted Strathisla Farms, and runs the Blair Simmental herd in his own right, which is run alongside [ ]
- [Alnham Farm](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/project/alnham-farm/) - Alnham Farm located within the Northumberland National Park, has been run for over 90 years by four generations of the Sordy family who firmly believe the time spent working amongst the animals is a key to the suckler herd’s success. Alnham Farm joined the AHDB Farm Excellence project in 2021 for a four-year period as one of its four Monitor Farms.
- [FIRCOVERT SIMMENTALS IN INTERBREED WINNING FORM AT SOUTH OF ENGLAND SHOW](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/fircovert-simmentals-in-interbreed-winning-form-at-south-of-england-show/) - Well done to the Fircovert herd of Paul Gunther, Fir Covert Farm, Felthorpe, Norwich who enjoyed a terrific couple of days at the South of England Show. The herd picked up the Simmental Championship with the January 2020 born Fircovert Ladybird who is by Denizes Hamish 16 and out of Fircovert Fantasy, a Fircovert Chester [ ]
- [PART THREE OF THREE:  SIMMENTALS TOPPING COMMERCIAL SALES IN AUGUST AT 32 MARKETS AROUND THE UK!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/part-three-of-three-simmentals-topping-commercial-sales-in-august-at-32-markets-around-the-uk/) - SIMMENTALS TOPPING SALE SECTIONS AT: SEDGEMOOR; SKIPTON; SELBY; ABERDEEN; GISBURN; HALLWORTHY; CARLISLE; MARKET DRAYTON; DINGWALL; SALISBURY; MALTON; BAKEWELL; RUGBY; HEXHAM; THAME; CROOKLANDS; THIRSK; SHREWSBURY; STIRLING; EXETER; WHITLAND; LUDLOW; FROME; MELTON MOWBRAY; DARLINGTON; CARMARTHERN; AYR; MONMOUTHSHIRE; DUMFRIES; BALLYMENA; PENRITH; AND SWATRAGH Analysis of Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB) data has shown Simmental gives beef producers [ ]
- [SIMMENTAL BEEF WORKS A TREAT AT DRUMSLEED!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/simmental-beef-works-a-treat-at-drumsleed/) - Producing quality Scotch Beef to a high standard by utilising home-grown cattle is the name of the game for the Smith family from Laurencekirk, who’s Simmentals are tickling the tastebuds of consumers from across the UK. Passionate about producing sustainable traceable beef products, while making extra income from the farm, Doug Smith of Drumsleed [ ]
- [SIMMENTALS TOPPING COMMERCIAL MARKETS AROUND THE UK AND AT ABERDEEN; LANCASTER; THIRSK; MARKET DRAYTON; HUNTLY; STIRLING; HOLSWORTHY; CARLISLE; DUMFRIES; PRESTON; MELTON MOWBRAY; DINGWALL; SEDGEMOOR; OSWESTRY; DUNGANNON; FORT WILLIAM; SKIPTON; EXETER; SHREWSBURY; HUNTLY; TRURO; LANARK;](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/simmentals-topping-commercial-markets-around-the-uk-and-at-aberdeen-lancaster-thirsk-market-drayton-huntly-stirling-holsworthy-carlisle-dumfries-preston-melton-mowbray-dingwall-sedgemoor/) - The UK’s leading continental beef breed for age at slaughter Simmental sired progeny are fast growing, have a terrific weight for age, and leave a high yielding, profitable carcase. Simmental females are naturally efficient, healthy, easy to manage, and just full of milk. Adding value to any cross, they are maternal mainstays of the commercial [ ]
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- [‘800,000-1’ DENIZES SIMMENTAL TRIPLET HEIFER CALVES ‘WOW’ THE CROWDS AT THE 2025 ROYAL HIGHLAND SHOW!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/800000-1-denizes-simmental-triplet-heifer-calves-wow-the-crowds-at-the-2025-royal-highland-show/) - In its rich 203 year history, the Royal Highland Show has seen almost all there is to see in livestock showing until perhaps this year. Catching the attention of farmers across the show, and the general public in attendance, was the unique sight of a seven year old pedigree Simmental cow with her three natural [ ]
- [Show Reports](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/show-reports/) - SHOW REPORTSSimmental reports from Northern Ireland’s premier summer show hosted by the Royal Ulster Agricultural Society, and typically held in May each year at Balmoral Park, LisburnSimmental reports from Scotland’s premier summer show hosted by the Royal Highland Agricultural Society, and typically held in June each year at the Ingliston Showground, EdinburghSimmental reports from England’s [ ]
- [Brodieshill Farm](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/project/brodieshill-farm/) - Feature on Colin and Robert Manson, Brodieshill Farm, Alves, Forres and their 140 cow Simmental based suckler herd. The Mansons will welcome visitors on 8th July 2023, when they host a British Simmental Open Day at Brodieshill Farm.
- [Ties](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/product/ties/) - This is a variable product. Colour: Burgundy, Green, Navy
- [Understanding EBVs](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/understanding-ebvs/) - UNDERSTANDING EBVsUnderstanding the EBVs, Selection Indexes and Accuracy.The British Simmental Cattle Society has developed the Terminal Production Index. Based on the BREEDPLAN performance recording technology, the index is calculated for commercial cattle producers wishing to produce slaughter progeny from larger framed, mature cows. The Index is reported as an EBV, in units of relative earning [ ]
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- [Why Simmental](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/why-simmental/) - WHY SIMMENTAL THE MODERN BRITISH SIMMENTALAfter fifty years of farming and breeding, British Simmental is a unique, modern beef breed full of quality and the demonstrable traits of economic importance that bring profitability to beef producers. You think Simmental and you think of efficient and profitable beef production from grass. The mix of Simmentals outstanding [ ]
- [Sale Information](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/sale-information/) - SALE INFORMATIONLeeds, Gate Way Drive, Yeadon, Leeds, LS19 7XY Tel: + 44 (0) 113 250 7556 Fax: +44 (0) 113 250 0198 Email Us lvlabs.co.ukStoney Road, Stormont, Belfast, BT4 3SD Tel: + 44 (0) 2890 525 749 Fax: + 44 (0) 2890 525 787 Email Us afbini.gov.uk6 Charles Darwin House, The Edinburgh Technopole, Milton Bridge, [ ]
- [Show & Event Dates](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/show-event-dates/) - FOR 2026 SHOW EVENT DATES Royal Ulster/Balmoral 13th 16th NBA Beef Expo, Melton Mowbray 30th Royal Cornwall Show, Wadebridge 4th 6th Royal Highland Show 18th 21st English National Show, Royal Norfolk 24th 25th Great Yorkshire Show 14th 17th Royal Welsh Show 20th 23rd NI National Show at Clogher [ ]
- [Mens Urban Cheltenham Diamond Jacket](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/product/mens-urban-cheltenham-diamond-jacket/) - This is a variable product. Colours: Black, Navy Sizes: XS, Small, Medium, Large, XL, 2XL, 3XL
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- [PROLIFIC SIMMENTAL SIRE TEAM CELTIC CELEBRATES HIS 14TH BIRTHDAY!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/prolific-simmental-sire-team-celtic-celebrates-his-14th-birthday/) - Showcasing tremendous longevity and prolificacy, it’s a big happy birthday to the noted Simmental bull Team Celtic who yesterday, 12th March, enjoyed his 14th birthday at home in the Wolfstar herd of Ross King, and his parents Alex and Marion, at Ormiston, East Lothian. A gold star example of the traits and all round value [ ]
- [QUALITY SIMMENTAL CALVES ‘A STAR TURN’ AT STIRLING](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/quality-simmental-calves-a-star-turn-at-stirling/) - A high-quality show of Simmental calves lit up the ring at the Stars of the Future Pedigree Calf Show, held at United Auctions Stirling Livestock Centre on Saturday 12th December. A much-anticipated annual event, the Stars of the Future is becoming an annual showcase of the strength in depth of Simmental breeding combined with calves [ ]
- [5800GNS NEWTON HOUSE MONEYMAKER LEADS THE SIMMENTAL BULLS AT WORCESTER](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/5800gns-newton-house-moneymaker-leads-the-simmental-bulls-at-worcester/) - • Homozygous polled bulls sell to 5800gns, and 5500gns• Eight bulls average £4699, up by £703 on the year• Midhope lead the females at 4200gns The British Simmental Cattle Society’s annual show and sale at McCartney’s Worcester Livestock Market on Saturday 29th April, saw a top price of 5800gns attained by first time exhibitor John [ ]
- [AGE OF SLAUGHTER IS THE KEY TO CARBON CHALLENGE –](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/age-of-slaughter-is-the-key-to-carbon-challenge/) - SIMMENTAL BREED’S STRONG GREEN CREDENTIALS The carbon footprint of agriculture in Ireland is under the microscope and whether you agree with it or not, we have fixed targets to achieve in the next seven years. From a beef production point of view, age of slaughter is the area that is expected to lead to the [ ]
- [PART THREE:  SIMMENTALS TOPPING COMMERCIAL SALES AT UK MARKETS THROUGHOUT OCTOBER](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/part-three-simmentals-topping-commercial-sales-at-uk-markets-throughout-october/) - SIMMS TOPPING SALE SECTIONS AT ABERDEEN: BALLYMENA; HALLWORTHY; ASHFORD; DINGWALL; MARKETHILL; FROME; DUNGANNON; STIRLING; CARMARTHEN; MARKET DRAYTON; HOLSWORTHY; WOOLER; SALISBURY; AYR; LANARK; DUMFRIES; ANGLESEY; TRURO; CARLISLE; QUOYBRAE; PENRITH; CASTLE DOUGLAS; BENTHAM; THAME; EXETER; SHREWSBURY; SEDGEMOOR; BAKEWELL; SELBY; LANCASTER; MONMOUTHSHIRE; HOLMFIRTH A premium on efficiency continues to drive the increasing uptake of Simmental cattle by [ ]
- [BALLINALARE FARM NIKITA ‘DOUBLES UP’ AND RETAINS HER RUAS BALMORAL SHOW CHAMPIONSHIP!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/ballinalare-farm-nikita-doubles-up-and-retains-her-ruas-balmoral-show-championship/) - Lisglass Prince takes Overall Simmental Reserve Ballinalare Farm Nikita places Reserve in Individual Interbreed Ballinalare Lisglass take Reserve in the Interbreed Pairs Simmental Team Wins Interbreed Stockjudging Roll on twelve months and the now 27-month-old heifer Ballinalare Farm Nikita from Mr J Mr A Wilson, Newry, Co Down, came back to defend her [ ]
- [SHAPELY BULLS, AND MILKY FEMALES, THE KEY TO NEWBIEMAINS SIMMENTALS](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/shapely-bulls-and-milky-females-the-key-to-newbiemains-simmentals/) - Here we feature the Newbiemains herd of Jim Patricia Goldie, Newbiemains Farm, Annan, Dumfriesshire. Jim will be the ‘main in the middle’ when he judges the pre-show sale of Simmental bulls at Stirling on Sunday February 16th 2025. The Newbiemains Simmental herd was initially established 20 years ago as a hobby alongside the Goldie [ ]
- [PART ONE OF THREE: SIMMENTALS TOPPING COMMERCIAL SALES AT 34 LIVESTOCK MARKETS AROUND THE UK!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/part-one-of-three-simmentals-topping-commercial-sales-at-34-livestock-markets-around-the-uk/) - SALISBURY; RUGBY; THAINSTONE; FROME; EXETER; HALLWORTHY; THIRSK; BENTHAM; PRESTON; SEDGEMOOR; HOLMFIRTH; CARLISLE; LOCKERBIE; BALLYMENA; LANARK; CASTLE DOUGLAS; HUNTLY; LUDLOW; CROOKLANDS; ST BOSWELL; GISBURN; MELTON MOWBRAY; DUNGANNON; DINGWALL; TRURO; AYR; SHREWSBURY; DUMFRIES; QUOYBRAE; DARLINGTON; WHITLAND; MARKET DRAYTON; SKIPTON; AND MONMOUTHSHIRE Hard-working Simmental sired cattle continuing to do the business in store, prime, breeding, and calf sales [ ]
- [BRITISH SIMMENTAL PRESIDENT NORMAN ROBSON REPORTS ON A STRONG YEAR OF BREED PERFORMANCE](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/british-simmental-president-norman-robson-reports-on-a-strong-year-of-breed-performance/) - Official Simmental Society Sales in the Year Gross £2,167,231, up by £75,825 Pedigree Registrations up for the Third Consecutive Year Record pedigree sale averages, a strong performance in UK wide commercial sales, and for the third year in a row increases in both pedigree sales gross and pedigree registrations, are just some of the high [ ]
- [PART TWO OF THREE: SIMMENTALS TOPPING COMMERCIAL SALES AT 34 LIVESTOCK MARKETS AROUND THE UK!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/part-two-of-three-simmentals-topping-commercial-sales-at-34-livestock-markets-around-the-uk/) - SALISBURY; RUGBY; THAINSTONE; FROME; EXETER; HALLWORTHY; THIRSK; BENTHAM; PRESTON; SEDGEMOOR; HOLMFIRTH; CARLISLE; LOCKERBIE; BALLYMENA; LANARK; CASTLE DOUGLAS; HUNTLY; LUDLOW; CROOKLANDS; ST BOSWELL; GISBURN; MELTON MOWBRAY; DUNGANNON; DINGWALL; TRURO; AYR; SHREWSBURY; DUMFRIES; QUOYBRAE; DARLINGTON; WHITLAND; MARKET DRAYTON; SKIPTON; AND MONMOUTHSHIRE Hard-working Simmental sired cattle continuing to do the business in store, prime, breeding, and calf sales [ ]
- [5800GNS BREAGHEY NETFLIX 22 LEADS 100% CLEARANCE AT DUNGANNON SIMMENTAL SALE](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/5800gns-breaghey-netflix-22-leads-100-clearance-at-dungannon-simmental-sale/) - The December 2022 born Breaghey Netflix 22from Andrew Clarke, Tynan, Co Armagh, made 5800gns to lead the Dungannon Simmental Sale held at Dungannon Farmers Mart on Friday 22nd March. A strong demand saw a 100% clearance of the bulls and heifers forward with ten bulls averaging £3580.5, up by £505.5 on the year. The December [ ]
- [CADE FIFI’S NALA WINS 2024 SIMMENTAL ENGLISH NATIONAL AND OVERALL INTERBREED SUPREME AT THE ROYAL LANCASHIRE SHOW!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/cade-fifis-nala-wins-2024-simmental-english-national-and-overall-interbreed-supreme-at-the-royal-lancashire-show/) - Cade Fifi’s Nala also wins Interbreed Continental Champion Simmentals win Team of Four Interbreed The outstanding September 2022 born heifer Cade Fifi’s Nala lit up the 2024 Royal Lancashire Show for breeders Paul Sharrie Cade, Paddock Farm, Buckden, Peterborough, when taking the Overall Supreme Championship at the 2024 Simmental English National Show, before moving [ ]
- [SIMMENTAL – THE ‘TESLA’ OF UPLAND SUCKLER BEEF PRODUCTION AT AIKENGALL!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/simmental-the-tesla-of-upland-suckler-beef-production-at-aikengall/) - We meet with James Hamilton, this year’s NSA ScotSheep host on Wednesday 5th June, based at Aikengall located on the edge of the Lammermuir Hills, Innerwick, Dunbar and where Simmental has a major complementary role to play with the sheep enterprise. Succession and the freedom to be your own man have always been at the [ ]
- [KILBRIDE FARM JETSTREAM (P) WINS THE 2023 SIMMENTAL VIRTUAL SHOW MALE CHAMPIONSHIP!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/kilbride-farm-jetstream-p-wins-the-2023-simmental-virtual-show-male-championship/) - It’s the turn of the bulls now and in the second of our ‘big Championship reveals’, it’s a huge congratulations to WH Robson Sons, Ballyclare, Co Antrim, who have won the 2023 Simmental Virtual Show Male Championship with Kilbride Farm Jetstream 18 (P)!! 2018 born, Jetstream is by the homozygous polled bull Sneumgaard Imperator [ ]
- [BRITISH SIMMENTAL PEDIGREE REGISTRATIONS AND SALES INCREASE FOR A SECOND CONSECUTIVE YEAR](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/british-simmental-pedigree-registrations-and-sales-increase-for-a-second-consecutive-year/) - The upsurge in performance for British Simmental has seen pedigree registrations and birth notifications increase for a second year in a row. In the figures released by the British Simmental Cattle Society for the pedigree registration year of 1st August 2022 to 31st July 2023, the overall total was 7633 up by 245 and representative [ ]
- [Ticking All The Boxes](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/project/ticking-all-the-boxes/) - As a British Simmental herd that typically registers 150-200 calves per year, the most in England, we take a look at what’s behind the management ethos of the Bowley Herd of Mr CM Mercer, based at Hope-Under-Dinmore, Herefordshire.
- [Simmental 3rd Suckler Dam Breed For Current Slaughter Generation](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/project/simmental-3rd-suckler-dam-breed-for-current-slaughter-generation/) - Prime cattle slaughter data from abattoirs across Great Britain between 2010 and 2019 shows the Simmental breed is currently the 3rd most popular dam breed for suckler producers.
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- [Snapshot Profile of Dansk Simmental and the Breed in Denmark](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/project/snapshot-profile-of-dansk-simmental-and-the-breed-in-denmark/) - Thank you very much to Simmental breeder, and Dansk Simmental Board Member, Henning Hansen who has kindly supplied the following overview of the breed and Society in Denmark. Henning is a well-known breeder to British Simmental visitors to Denmark and earlier this year also acted as a judge for one of the BSCS’s Virtual Show classes.
- [Optimising Cow Mature Weight – How Heavy Is Too Heavy?](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/project/optimising-cow-mature-weight-how-heavy-is-too-heavy/) - Research by AbacusBio International on behalf of AHDB, QMS and HCC has used industry data to create a model of UK beef production systems, which shows how increases in mature size affect traits such as carcase size and cow maintenance requirements, and how these changes affect cost and revenue on farm.
- [Making a Significant Genentic Contribution to the US Beef Industry](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/project/making-a-significant-genentic-contribution-to-the-us-beef-industry/) - Giving a report on the work of the American Simmental Association (ASA), and the Simmental breed in the USA, we are delighted to have Fred Schuetze, ASA Trustee and President of the World Simmental Fleckvieh Federation, as a contributor in this year’s Review.
- [EASY KEEP, VERSATILE SIMMENTALS LEAVING MORE MONEY FOR CUMBRIAN DAIRY FARM](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/easy-keep-versatile-simmentals-leaving-more-money-for-cumbrian-dairy-farm/) - By using a Simmental bull on their dairy herd to produce strong, sellable store cattle, the Ladds family at Benson Hall Farm, Kendal, Cumbria have developed a low input, high output system that works well within their busy farming enterprise.“We have tried a few different beef breeds over the years and thought we’d try something [ ]
- [PUBLISHED STIRLING SIMMENTAL OCTOBER SALE CATALOGUE NOW OUT!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/published-stirling-simmental-october-sale-catalogue-now-out/) - • 112 Simmental bulls catalogued The sale catalogue for the Stirling October Simmental Bull Sale, due to be held on Monday 23rd October, at United Auctions, Stirling Agriculture Centre. To see the full catalogue of 112 bulls, click here. If you would like to drill down further on any of these bulls to view their [ ]
- [2024 Midland Club Herd Competition](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/2024-midland-club-herd-competition/) - Judge David Lowry Small Herd 1st David Donnelly Atlow 2nd Chris Kath Martindale Forsdale 3rd N K Goddard Ashes Medium Herd 1st Paul Jolliffe Star Green 2nd R L Storersmith Storersmith 3rd David Loftus Blackpool Large Herd 1st Jimmy Vikki Wood Popes 2nd Greasley [ ]
- [Beanhill herd wins Improved Herd Award for the Simmental breed](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/beanhill-herd-wins-improved-herd-award-for-the-simmental-breed/) - EBLEX Improved Herds Awards 2016 Beanhill herd wins Improved Herd Award for the Simmental breed The Beanhill herd, owned by James and Belinda Kimber from Christian Malford in Wiltshire, has been recognised by AHDB Beef Lamb as the most Improved Herd of Simmental cattle in England for 2016. They have previously placed twice [ ]
- [NI Simmental Breeders Mark Another Successful Year at Enniskillen Show](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/ni-simmental-breeders-mark-another-successful-year-at-enniskillen-show/) - An absolutely fantastic show with some really strong classes was how County Cork judge, Keith Vickery, described the Simmental entry at Enniskillen Show. “The junior heifer class was very strong, featuring a number of exceptional heifers at the top of the line-up – real prospects for the future! I believe that some of the best [ ]
- [Maiden heifer tops Dungannon Simmental trade at 2,800gns  25th October 2019](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/maiden-heifer-tops-dungannon-simmental-trade-at-2800gns-25th-october-2019/) - Maiden heifer tops Dungannon Simmental trade at 2,800gns Prices reached a ceiling of 2,800gns at the NI Simmental Cattle Breeders’ Club’s autumn show and sale, held at Dungannon Farmers’ Mart. Dungannon Simmental judge Molly Bradley from Armagh. Topping trade was the much-admired first prize maiden heifer Ashland Topaz Janet bred by Pat and Frank Kelly [ ]
- [Simmental Judges Out in Force at Slievenagh Herd](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/simmental-judges-out-in-force-at-slievenagh-herd/) - Breeders were out in force at the NI Simmental Club’s annual stockjudging competition, hosted recently by the Boyd Family’s noted Slievenagh herd based at Portglenone, County Antrim on Monday, June 4, 2012. Club chairman Nigel Glasgow welcomed everyone and said he was delighted to see such an excellent turnout of members and their families. Novice [ ]
- [PART ONE OF THREE: FROM TRURO TO TIREE, SIMMENTALS TOPPING THE TRADE AT SALES AROUND THE UK!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/part-one-of-three-from-truro-to-tiree-simmentals-topping-the-trade-at-sales-around-the-uk/) - The latest Simmental market briefs for September feature snippets from a mighty 33 markets around the UK and where Simmentals continue to ‘do the business’. Markets highlighted this month include: STIRLING; LANARK; CARLISLE; SEDGEMOOR; EXETER; THAINSTONE; DUNGANNON; HUNTLY; TIREE; TRURO; SKIPTON; BALLYMENA; MELTON MOWBRAY; BAKEWELL; GISBURN; CASTLE DOUGLAS; HEXHAM; LANCASTER; DUNGANNON; FROME; AYR; SALISBURY; HAILSHAM; [ ]
- [NORMAN ROBSON ELECTED AS THE 27TH PRESIDENT OF THE BRITISH SIMMENTAL CATTLE SOCIETY](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/norman-robson-elected-as-the-27th-president-of-the-british-simmental-cattle-society/) - Northern Irish Simmental breeder Norman Robson of Doagh, Ballyclare, Co Antrim, has been announced as the new President of the British Simmental Cattle Society. Mr Robson who was elected following the Society’s recent AGM held in Stirling, takes over the reins from Stewart Stronach, Maisley, Keith, following the completion of Mr. Stronach’s two-year term of [ ]
- [SPRINGFIELD MOSS IS ‘THE BOSS’ AT LIVESCOT PEDIGREE CALF SHOW](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/springfield-moss-is-the-boss-at-livescot-pedigree-calf-show/) - Gavin Brown, Springfield Farm, Penicuik continued his strong run at the 2022 winter calf shows when he picked up both Simmental Champion and Reserve at the fledgling Pedigree Calf Show held within the Live Scot event at Lanark Agricultural Centre on Friday 25th November. Lifting the Championship award was the July 2021 born Springfield Moss. [ ]
- [24-DAY-OLD SIMMENTAL SELLS FOR £505 AT GISBURN AND WINS CHAMPION REARING CALF](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/24-day-old-simmental-sells-for-505-at-gisburn-and-wins-champion-rearing-calf/) - At Gisburn’s May Show Sale of Rearing Calves, an entry in excess of 200 calves (10 weeks and under), was kindly judged by Duncan Bailey and sponsored by Thornton Breakers. The Champion Calf, sired by a Denizes bull, was a 24-day-old Simmental bull from J RJ Parsons, Brogden which went onto sell for [ ]
- [AUCHORACHAN HERCULES TOPS THE SIMMENTAL SIRE RANKINGS FOR THE MOST PEDIGREE PROGENY REGISTERED IN 2022](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/auchorachan-hercules-tops-the-simmental-sire-rankings-for-the-most-pedigree-progeny-registered-in-2022/) - With a few ‘new movers’ hitting the rankings, the 2016 born Auchorachan Hercules has moved straight into the number one position of most calves registered to a Simmental sire in 2022, with 71 calves added to the BSCS Herdbook. Auchorachan Hercules was bred by D R Durno Sons, Glenlivet, Ballandalloch, Banffshire and was the result [ ]
- [4,000GNS DRUMLONE MALCOM TOPS DUNGANNON SIMMENTAL SALE](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/4000gns-drumlone-malcom-tops-dungannon-simmental-sale/) - The November 2021 born Drumlone Malcom from Kenny Veitch, Lisbellaw, sold for 4,000gns to top the sale of Simmental bulls held at Dungannon Farmers Mart on Friday 24th March 2023. A heifer’s calf got by AI, Drumlone Malcom is by Curaheen Wakeman, a Carnkern Titan son, and is out of the Cleenagh Flasher daughter Drumlone [ ]
- [YOUNG SIMMENTAL BULLS TOPPING CARLISLE COMMERCIAL TRADE](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/young-simmental-bulls-topping-carlisle-commercial-trade/) - Great to see young Simmental bulls from JT Skelton, Waterloo Farm, Cockermouth, leading the trade at Harrison Hetherington’s sale of young bulls and weaned cattle at Borderway Mart, Carlisle yesterday, 15th June. A day’s top price of £1280 was achieved and with Simmentals leading the averages for bulls at £1206.67. The top averages reflect [ ]
- [AUCHORACHAN MALT WINS THE 2022 SIMMENTAL ‘VIRTUAL’ SHOW MALE CHAMPIONSHIP](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/auchorachan-malt-wins-the-2022-simmental-virtual-show-male-championship/) - It’s a ‘big up’ and hearty congratulations to D R Durno Sons, Ballindalloch, Banffshire, whose March 2021 born bull Auchorachan Malt 21 has been judged as the Male Champion in this year’s Simmental ‘Virtual’ Show. Entirely homebred, Auchorachan Malt is by the noted Auchorachan Hercules 16, whose sons averaged £10,500 in 2021 and [ ]
- [MARKET BRIEFS ROUND UP AS SIMMENTALS CONTINUE TO TOP COMMERCIAL SALES AROUND THE UK AND INCLUDING AT LANCASTER; CARLISLE; TRURO; FROME; THIRSK; EXETER; ABERDEEN; SKIPTON; STIRLING; DUMFRIES; PRESTON; DINGWALL; LANARK; DALMALLY; & OSWESTRY.](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/market-briefs-round-up-as-simmentals-continue-to-top-commercial-sales-around-the-uk-and-including-at-lancaster-carlisle-truro-frome-thirsk-exeter-aberdeen-skipton-stirling-dumfries-preston/) - It’s been another busy period for market briefs as Simmental cattle continue to show their versatility and top sales in the breeding, store, prime, and calf sections in markets around the UK. The efficiency and quality of Simmental females combined with their ability to add value when crossed with other breeds sees them as being [ ]
- [Stirling October Bull Sales including the Dispersal of the Mendick herd on behalf of Mr J Dykes](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/stirling-october-bull-sales-including-the-dispersal-of-the-mendick-herd-on-behalf-of-mr-j-dykes/) - Judging the Stirling Autumn pre-sale show was Mr Norman Robson from 106 Cogry Road, Doagh, Ballyclare, County Antrim. Topping trade on the day at 16,000gns was Islavale Irish, bred by W S Stronach, Berryleys Farm, Grange, Keith, Banffshire, AB55 6LN. A Curaheen Giant son out of a Clonagh A Super Star daughter. Purchased by Backmuir [ ]
- [Ludlow Spring Sale](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/ludlow-spring-sale-2/) - QUALITY SIMMENTALS IN STRONG DEMAND The British Simmental Cattle Society s Spring Show and Sale at Ludlow enjoyed strong and competitive competition particularly for the top end of the entry. Top bid peaked at 2,700 gns. for Beanhill Prince a homebred bull from RJ BE Kimber, Chippenham, Wiltshire, the bull, an Agardsley Elgar son won [ ]
- [Ladies Henbury Classic Polo Shirt](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/product/ladies-henbury-classic-polo-shirt/) - This is a variable product. Colours: Black, Forest Green, Navy, Red, Royal Blue, White Lady-Fit Sizes: 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18
- [Regatta Thor 111 Long Sleeved Zipped Fleece](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/product/regatta-thor-111-long-sleeved-zipped-fleece/) - This is a variable product. Colours: Black, Navy, Red, Royal Blue Sizes: XS, Small, Medium, Large, XL, 2XL, 3XL, 4XL
- [Carlisle Spring Show and Sale](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/carlisle-spring-show-sale/) - Blackpool Promenade walks off with top price At the Simmental Society Sale on Friday at Carlisle, the leading price of 3,600gns was secured by Blackpool Promenade, a September 2003 born bull consigned by Lancashire breeders JD A Loftus of Lodge Farm, Kirkham. Sired by Sterling Logan and out of a Salisbury Challenger bred mother, [ ]
- [Office bearers re-elected at NI Simmental Club’s AGM](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/news-office-bearers-re-elected-at-ni-simmental-clubs-agm/) - Members travelled from throughout the Province to attend the Northern Ireland Simmental Cattle Breeders’ Club’s AGM, held at Dungannon.
- [‘HARD WORKING, NO NONSENSE’ SIMMENTALS TOPPING COMMERCIAL SALES AROUND THE UK AND AT GISBURN; FROME; DARLINGTON; CARLISLE; STIRLING; MELTON MOWBRAY; BENTHAM; MARKET DRAYTON; DUNGANNON; LOCKERBIE; BAKEWELL; QUOYBRAE; WHITLAND; ABERDEEN; SEDGEMOOR; THIRSK; DUMFRIES; MARKET DRAYTON; SKIPTON; AYR; LANARK; PENRITH; & LANCASTER](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/hard-working-no-nonsense-simmentals-topping-commercial-sales-around-the-uk-and-at-gisburn-frome-darlington-carlisle-stirling-melton-mowbray-bentham-market-drayton-dungannon/) - Renowned for its milk and maternal traits, backed up with growth rates and age at slaughter, the modern Simmental has a distinct British signature with the breed showing its adaptability to all geographies and systems around the UK. Here we have the latest Simmental market briefs with Simmentals consistently featuring at the top end of [ ]
- [SCOTTISH SIMMENTAL CLUB REPORT 2023.](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/13965-2/) - Annual General Meeting.At the Scottish Simmental club s Annual General Meeting (AGM) Jim Dyet was elected as the club chairman with Patricia Goldie retiring having served her term in office. Patricia was presented with gifts on behalf of the club committee by Jim Dyet. Jonathan Gunn was elected as vice chairman of the club and the [ ]
- [LOW INPUT, HIGH OUTPUT SIMMENTALS DELIVERING EFFICENCY AND PROFITABILITY AT SPRING FARM, BALLYMENA](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/low-input-high-output-simmentals-delivering-efficency-and-profitability-at-spring-farm-ballymena/) - Feature on James McKane, Spring Farm, Ballymena, and where the performance efficiency of the Simmental breed is the backbone of the farm’s commercial suckler herd. Spring Farm will host a NI Simmental Breeders Club Open Day, in conjunction with the British Simmental Cattle Society, on Saturday 20th May 2023. Fact file • 100 acres grassland• [ ]
- [The Scottish Simmental Club are organising an Open Stockjudging at the May Multi Breed Sale at Stirling, 4pm on Saturday 29th April.](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/the-scottish-simmental-club-are-organising-an-open-stockjudging-at-the-may-multi-breed-sale-at-stirling-3pm-on-sunday-30th-april/) - By kind permission of Dargill Simmentals The Scottish Simmental Club are organising an Open Stockjudging at the May Multi Breed Sale at Stirling, 4pm on Saturday 29th April. Location: Dargill Farm, Crieff. Open to all breeds and ages. BBQ afterwards and small prizes for winners.
- [Great Yorkshire Show Reports](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/show-reports/great-yorkshire-show-reports/) - GREAT YORKSHIRE SHOW REPORTS CategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategoriesCategories 695 All 1 2026 Great Yorkshire Show 1 2025 Great Yorkshire Show 1 2024 Great Yorkshire Show 1 2023 Great Yorkshire Show 1 2022 Great Yorkshire Shows 1 2021 Great Yorkshire Shows 0 2020 Great Yorkshire Shows 1 2019 Great Yorkshire Shows 1 2018 Great Yorkshire Shows 1 2017 Great Yorkshire Shows Order By : Autho
- [Monitor Farm Series](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/monitor-farm-series/) - MONITOR FARM SERIESPart 1 Farmers Weekly has teamed up with Harper Adams University for a new Beef Focus Farm Series. During the next 12 months, we will be following suckler beef producer Ian Willson of Warsop Vale Part 2 In the second part of the Farmers Weekly/Harper Adams beef focus farms series, we take a look [ ]
- [MIXBURY HALL JULIET WINS CLASS SIX OF THE 2024 BRITISH SIMMENTAL VIRTUAL SHOW!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/mixbury-hall-juliet-wins-class-six-of-the-2024-british-simmental-virtual-show/) - Here we are again and it’s the final class ‘big reveal’ of the 2024 Simmental Virtual Show as we announce the results for Class Six Cow in milk, any age, and which saw a terrific entry of 61 animals entered from around the UK. For our winner this week we’re heading to Northamptonshire and [ ]
- [Dirnanean Simmental Dispersal Announcement](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/dirnanean-simmental-dispersal-announcements/) - One of the longest established and most successful Simmental herds in the UK is to be dispersed on Saturday, September 12th at United Auctions’ Stirling Agricultural Centre.
- [Newark Show and Sale](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/newark-sale-2011/) - Inaugural Society Show and Sale at Newark Livestock Market on Saturday 9th April 2011. Judged by Mr Denis Mitchell, Station Farm, Thursford, Fakenham, Norfolk. Overall Champion was Theberton Augustus, an AI son of Kilbride Farm Newry from Mr Mrs LJ Dowley,Theberton House, Theberton, Leiston, Suffolk, sold for 3600 guineas. Capping an excellent day for [ ]
- [Stirling Bull sales 14th & 15th February 2016](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/stirling-bull-sales-14th-15th-february-2016-4/) - Junior Champion LOT 300 DERRYCALLAGHANFIREWORKS from Mr H Stubbs A A Burleigh Reserve Junior Champion LOT 331 DENIZES FANTASTIC from Mr M A Barlow
- [High Performace Simmental X cows](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/high-performace-simmental-x-cows/) - Courance, home to the Jack family, is only a few miles north of Lockerbie and 30 minutes from Carlisle. The estate is made up of 5 farms totalling 1400 acres, all of which is farmed in hand. The land is ideal for cows and carries 300 Simmental x cows, 240 Spring calvers and 60 Autumn [ ]
- [Untitled](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/jo1zqllyombgeoqkq3anp8b8pn1d0i/) - PLEASE ENSURE THAT ALL DNA SAMPLES FOR THE BULLS YOU ARE ENTERING FOR STIRLING OCTOBER ARE SENT TO THE OFFICE BY NO LATER THAN THE 14TH AUGUST OR LATE FEES WILL BE APPLIED. HERD HEALTH DECLARATIONS MUST ALSO BE SENT TO THE OFFICE BY NO LATER THAN THE 14TH AUGUST.
- [15,000GNS ISLAVALE PEACE TOPS SIMMENTAL NEXT GEN IV SALE OF FEMALES & WEANED CALVES AT CARLISLE](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/15000gns-islavale-peace-tops-simmental-next-gen-iv-sale-of-females-weaned-calves-at-carlisle/) - Backmuir Kenzie’s Nespresso make 9500gns 8500gns Islavale Raven wins Weaned Calf Championship Maiden heifers average £5024 Simm X Hi Health heifers average £1823 The December 2023 born Islavale Peace from WS Stronach, Berryleys Farm, Grange, Keith sold for 15,000gns to lead the trade at the fourth staging of the Next Generation Sale of Simmental Females [ ]
- [BRITISH SIMMENTAL PEDIGREE REGISTRATIONS & NOTIFICATIONS SURGE TO AN INCREASE OF 15% ON THE YEAR](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/british-simmental-pedigree-registrations-notifications-surge-to-an-increase-of-15-on-the-year/) - Official Simmental Society Sales in the Year Gross £2,003,927 A strong year of performance for British Simmental has seen pedigree registrations and birth notifications surge with an increase of 15% in the year to an overall total of 7,388, up by 960. The figures released by the British Simmental Cattle Society are for the pedigree [ ]
- [Stirling October Bull sales, including the Dispersal of the Sterling herd on behalf of Boddington Estates Ltd – Sale report](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/stirling-october-bull-sales-including-the-dispersal-of-the-sterling-herd-on-behalf-of-boddington-estates-ltd-sale-report/) - The Dispersal of the Sterling Herd of Boddington Estates Ltd smashed the Female Breed Record with Sterling Barcardi’s Hawaii, an Annick Exocet daughter out of a Sterling Flint daughter sold for a staggering 28,000gns to Messrs Barker Borlase of Sacombe Hill Farm, Watton on Stone. Sterling Barcardi s Hawaii The Sterling herd also secured the [ ]
- [7500GNS KILLIWORGIE NORTH STAR (P) TOPS THE WORCESTER SIMMENTAL SALE TRADE!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/7500gns-killiworgie-north-star-p-tops-the-worcester-simmental-sale-trade/) - Bosahan bulls make 6000gns, 5000gns Top three prices all heterozygous polled bulls The September 2022 born Killiworgie North Star 22 (P) from Steve and Gill Gummow, Higher Killiworgie Farm, Newquay, Cornwall, sold for 7500gns to top the Worcester Simmental Sale held at McCartneys Livestock Market, Worcester, on Saturday 27th April. This heterozygous polled bull [ ]
- [16,000GNS ISLAVALE RUDOLPH LEADS STRONG SIMMENTAL DEMAND AT CARLISLE!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/16000gns-islavale-rudolph-leads-strong-simmental-demand-at-carlisle/) - Six bulls make 10,000gns and more 89% clearance rate 24 out of 27 bulls sell to average £7585 Islavale Rudolph 24 from Mr WS Stronach, Berryleys, Grange, Keith made 16,000gns to lead a strong sale of Simmental bulls at Harrison Hetherington’s Borderway Mart, Carlisle, on Saturday 9th May.December 2024 born, Rudolph is by the [ ]
- [BRITISH SIMMENTAL ANNUAL REVIEW NOW OUT!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/british-simmental-annual-review-now-out/) - Landing on your doorsteps very soon, the Simmental annual Review is now out! Packed with all things British Simmental, this year’s issue is 204 pages in all and with a mixture of pedigree and commercial features; a round-up of the sales; a review and reports from the major summer and winter shows; a technical section; [ ]
- [SIMMENTALS CONTINUING TO TOP COMMERCIAL MARKETS AROUND THE UK AND INCLUDING SALES AT SKIPTON; AYR; HOLMFIRTH; RUGBY; FROME; MARKET DRAYTON; SEDGEMOOR; ABERDEEN; SHREWSBURY; DINGWALL; DUNGANNON;  TRURO; LANARK; & DARLINGTON](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/simmentals-continuing-to-top-commercial-markets-around-the-uk-and-including-sales-at-skipton-ayr-holmfirth-rugby-frome-market-drayton-sedgemoor-aberdeen-shrewsbury-dingwall-dungannon-truro/) - On 19th January at Skipton’s sale of feeding and breeding cattle, Messrs Mallinson of Mount Tabor consigned a large number of outfits for sale (part dispersal) which were a good hill cross mixing Simmental, Charolais, and Limousin bloodlines. Nine outfits sold to £2000 or more, and to a top of £2300 for a Simmental x [ ]
- [POPES WEIKELS NADINE WINS SIMMENTAL CALF SHOW AT THE ENGLISH WINTER FAIR](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/popes-weikels-nadine-wins-simmental-calf-show-at-the-english-winter-fair/) - • Popes calves take Overall Champion Reserve• Wroxall Megga Mountaine wins Reserve Male It was another red-letter day for the prolific Popes herd of JH and VG Wood, Popes Farm, Clitheroe Road, Preston, Lancs, when they won both the Overall Championship and Overall Reserve title at the Simmental National Pedigree Calf Show held within [ ]
- [Junior Stock Judging 30th April 2016 –  Dargill Farm, Crieff, Perthshire, PH7 4HJ. Courtesy of Jim McLaren.](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/junior-stock-judging-30th-april-2016-dargill-farm-crieff-perthshire-ph7-4hj-courtesy-of-jim-mclaren/) - View fullsize A good turn out for the Junior Stock Judging today. ‪#‎youngfarmers‬ ‪#‎thefuture‬ View fullsize Junior Stock Judging results Under 21 winner was awarded to Laura Green (pictured with David Craig) Over 21 and Overall Winner was awarded to Tom Bruce who unfortunately had to leave before the prize giving. Well done to everyone who [ ]
- [SIMMENTAL HEIFER AND CALF SELLS TO £3700 FOR THE GORDON FAMILY, LOST FARM, STRATHDON AS SIMMENTALS FEATURE THROUGHOUT IN NUMBERS AND LEADING PRICES AT THAINSTONE!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/simmental-heifer-and-calf-sells-to-3700-for-the-gordon-family-lost-farm-strathdon-as-simmentals-feature-throughout-in-numbers-and-leading-prices-at-thainstone/) - Simmentals were again to the fore in numbers and leading prices on 3rd May at Thainstone as Aberdeen and Northern Marts sold 503 head of adult breeding Cattle. The British Simmental Cattle Society’s award for the best sired Simmental Heifer and Calf went to The Gordon Family, Lost Farm, Strathdon with the 1st prize Simmental [ ]
- [‘HAT-TRICK HEROINE’ BALLINALARE FARM NIKITA WINS SIMMENTAL SUPREME AT 2025 RUAS BALMORAL SHOW!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/hat-trick-heroine-ballinalare-farm-nikita-wins-simmental-supreme-at-2025-ruas-balmoral-show/) - Ranfurly Weikel 56th Reserve Supreme, and Junior Champion Lisglass Real Deal wins Male Championship The sun shone on the Simmental breed and the first calved heifer Ballinalare Farm Nikita from Joe Alan Wilson, Newry, who with her twin calves at foot, strode to a historic third consecutive Overall Simmental Supreme Championship at the RUAS [ ]
- [6000GNS KILBRIDE FARM EUNICE 314L (P) LEADS STRONG EXPORT TRADE AT KILBRIDE FARM PREMIER SIMMENTAL HEIFER SALE](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/6000gns-kilbride-farm-eunice-314l-p-leads-strong-export-trade-at-kilbride-farm-premier-simmental-heifer-sale/) - strong export trade was the theme of the day at the much anticipated premier heifer sale of WH Robson Sons, Doagh, Ballyclare, Co. Antrim. Held as a timed on-line auction over three days, 19th to 21st August, this export qualified sale celebrated the fiftieth anniversary of the noted and prolific Kilbride Farm pedigree Simmental herd.
- [MIXBURY HALL LUCINDA WINS 2025 SIMMENTAL VIRTUAL SHOW FEMALE CHAMPIONSHIP!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/mixbury-hall-lucinda-wins-2025-simmental-virtual-show-female-championship/) - It’s the second ‘big reveal’ of Simmental Super Sunday and the 2025 Simmental Virtual Show as we now turn to the ladies. A mighty 288 super Simmental females were entered across three classes as this competition continues to go from strength to strength. Taking an incredible second Championship of this year’s competition is the Mixbury [ ]
- [7,200GNS GRANGEWOOD NEW HOPE TOPS SOLID SIMMENTAL SALE AT CARLISLE](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/7200gns-grangewood-new-hope-tops-solid-simmental-sale-at-carlisle/) - 19 bulls sell to a clearance rate of 73%, and average £4,603 36 Simm X High Health heifers average £2021 57 lots sell in Simmental section to gross £165,988 Bulls sell to Orkney, and down to Hampshire Popes Picasso 23 lifts Overall Simmental Championship Grangewood New Hope 22 from Andrew Yvonne Leedham, Rowan Farm, [ ]
- [‘CLASSY’ COOLCRAN HEIDIS NOREEN SELLS FOR 26,000GNS TO LEAD THE NEXT GENERATION III SIMMENTAL SALE AT CARLISLE](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/classy-coolcran-heidis-noreen-sells-for-26000gns-to-lead-the-next-generation-iii-simmental-sale-at-carlisle/) - • 26,000gns a record for a NI Simmental female, and a sale centre record• 34 heifers average £5583.53, a sale record average and up by +£363• Denizes sell two heifers at 10,000gns• Islavale Peaches, Weaned Calf Champion, makes 9000gns The classy October 2022 born heifer Coolcran Heidis Noreen from Shane and Paul McDonald, Coolcran, Tempo, [ ]
- [Balmoral Show 2014: Second successive supreme Simmental title for Lisglass](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/balmoral-show-2014-second-successive-supreme-simmental-title-for-lisglass/) - Ballyclare-based breeders Leslie and Christopher Weatherup dominated the Simmental section at Balmoral Park for the second year in succession. The father and son team who run the 35-cow Lisglass herd, claimed the male and supreme overall championship ribbons with their twenty-month-old stock bull Dermotstown Del Boy ET. Bred by Chris White from Dublin, he was [ ]
- [Ludlow Spring Sale](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/ludlow-spring-sale-3/) - Champion Lot Sire: Dam: Gns Breeder: Purchaser: Ben-Nant Penri 8 Hockenhull Jaguar Ben-Nant Victoria 2400 Mr B T Raymond G Martinez, Cheshire Reserve Champion Beanhill Neptune 4 Strathisla Julius Kair Tzigane 101 Gns 2300 Breeder: Mr Mrs R J B E Kimber Purchaser: Messrs T E Lewis, Powys Class 1 1Beanhill Neptune 4 [ ]
- [CORRICK MAJOR MARCHES TO 4800GNS TOP PRICE AT THE AUTUMN NORTHERN IRELAND SIMMENTAL CLUB SALE](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/corrick-major-marches-to-4800gns-top-price-at-the-autumn-northern-ireland-simmental-club-sale/) - Solid trade driven by commercial demand. The Autumn Northern Ireland Simmental Club sale took place on Friday 21 October at Dungannon Mart, where five bulls sold, all going to commercial homes, to a top price of 4,800gns and an average of £3,003. Top of the lots at 4,800gns was the Reserve Male Champion Corrick Major [ ]
- [SIMMENTAL CATTLE FEATURING IN THE TOP PRICES AT HEXHAM; EXETER; ABERDEEN; HALLWORTHY; STIRLING; FROME; DUNGANNON; SEDGEMOOR; MELTON MOWBRAY; DUMFRIES; THIRSK; & ST BOSWELLS](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/simmental-cattle-featuring-in-the-top-prices-at-hexham-exeter-aberdeen-hallworthy-stirling-frome-dungannon-sedgemoor-melton-mowbray-dumfries-thirsk-st-boswells/) - This is the last Simmental Market Briefs post rounding off 2021 commercial sales and again showing the breeds milk and maternal, along with top carcase traits, delivering profit for commercial producers around the UK. Simmental cattle featured in the top end of prices at the store cattle sale held at Hexham on 17th December. Simmental [ ]
- [Simmental Cross Females The Ideal Functional Cows Producing Quality Calves](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/project/simmental-cross-females-the-ideal-functional-cows-producing-quality-calves/) - Snapshot farm feature on George and Charles Gordon, Lost Farm, Strathdon, Aberdeenshire as they prepare to market their Simmental heifers with calves at foot, on Tuesday 27th April at Aberdeen Northern Marts’ Thainstone Agricultural Centre.
- [WELL DONE TO THE MIDLANDS SIMMENTAL CLUB AT THE ENGLISH WINTER FAIR!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/well-done-to-the-midlands-simmental-club-at-the-english-winter-fair/) - A big well done to the Midlands Simmental Club who won the best Breed Society stand and also the Best Trade stand at the English Winter Fair held over two days at Bingley Hall on November 19th 20th. The stand featured a combination of Simmental cattle on display, professional breed promotion and literature, and [ ]
- [Online Database](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/online-database/) - ONLINE DATABASEPEDIGREE, PERFORMANCE AND MEMBERSHIP INFORMATION ON-LINE The British Simmental Cattle Society’ database gives you 24-hour access to pedigree, performance, and membership information. Animal Enquiries Search for animals by name (or part of name), by Registration Number, or look for animals using a variety of search criteria (eg. Published in Sire Summary, Breeder in Northern [ ]
- [SIMMENTAL CATTLE CONTINUING TO TOP COMMERCIAL MARKETS AROUND THE UK AND INCLUDING SALES AT: STIRLING; SKIPTON; CARLISLE; ABERDEEN; GISBURN; HUNTLY; LANCASTER; WORCESTER; LONGTOWN; TRURO; DUNGANNON; FROME; SEDGEMOOR; ANGLESEY; EXETER; AYR; DINGWALL; DUMFRIES; LOCHBOISDALE; HEXHAM; MALTON; MARKET DRAYTON; THIRSK; AND OBAN](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/simmental-cattle-continuing-to-top-commercial-markets-around-the-uk-and-including-sales-at-stirling-skipton-carlisle-aberdeen-gisburn-huntly-lancaster-worcester-longtown-truro-dungannon-fr/) - The versatility, efficiency, and profitability of Simmental cattle across all commercial sale classes is again highlighted in the latest Simmental Market Briefs taking us up to the 23rd November and with lots more still to come in further reports. This latest set takes us from Dingwall to Truro and covers some twenty four livestock markets [ ]
- [LATEST SIMMENTAL MARKET BRIEFS SEES THE BREED TOPPING COMMERCIAL SALES AROUND THE UK AND AT GISBURN; HUNTLY; NEWTON STEWART; LANCASTER; FROME; ABERDEEN; SHREWSBURY; HALLWORTHY; DUMFRIES; DUNGANNON; TRURO; STIRLING; CARLISLE; SELBY; EXETER; THIRSK; HOLSWORTHY; DINGWALL; SEDGEMOOR; AND LUDLOW.](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/latest-simmental-market-briefs-sees-the-breed-topping-commercial-sales-around-the-uk-and-at-gisburn-huntly-newton-stewart-lancaster-frome-aberdeen-shrewsbury-hallworthy-dumfries-dungannon-tr/) - Simmental females are naturally efficient, healthy, easy to manage, and just full of milk. Adding value to any cross, they are maternal mainstays of the commercial suckler herd providing value and profit. The UK’s leading continental beef breed for age at slaughter Simmental sired progeny are fast growing, have a terrific weight for age, and [ ]
- [‘BUMPER’ MARKET BRIEFS!! SIMMENTALS TOPPING UK COMMERCIAL SALES AND INCLUDING AT: FROME; MELTON MOWBRAY; BAKEWELL; SEDGEMOOR; HEXHAM; WORCESTER; BALLYMENA; EXETER; ABERDEEN; HUNTLY; GISBURN; STIRLING; SKIPTON; OSWESTRY; PENRITH; NEWTON STEWART; LANCASTER; HALLWORTHY; DUMFRIES; MARKET DRAYTON; CARLISLE; AYR; DUNGANNON; & THIRSK.](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/bumper-market-briefs-simmentals-topping-uk-commercial-sales-and-including-at-frome-melton-mowbray-bakewell-sedgemoor-hexham-worcester-ballymena-exeter-aberdeen-huntly-gisburn-stirlin/) - The commercial trade for all classes of cattle continues to be on fire at sale centres around the UK and Simmentals are featuring strongly within that. This latest ‘bumper issue’ of market briefs feature 24 markets around the UK where Simmental sired cattle having been topping sale sections over this last month. There’s many more [ ]
- [SIMMENTALS ‘DOING THE BUSINESS’ AT COMMERCIAL MARKETS AROUND THE UK AND INCLUDING: SELBY; HUNTLY; HALLWORTHY; STIRLING; SKIPTON; RUGBY; HEXHAM; LANCASTER; THAINSTONE; DINGWALL; FROME; CARLISLE; MALTON; MARKET DRAYTON; EXETER; & PENRITH](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/simmentals-doing-the-business-at-commercial-markets-around-the-uk-and-including-selby-huntly-hallworthy-stirling-skipton-rugby-hexham-lancaster-thainstone-dingwall-frome/) - See the latest market briefs here of the Simmental breed topping commercial sales, across all classes of stock, at livestock markets around the country. At Selby Market’s store cattle sale on Saturday 19th March, the trade for bulls was led by a ten and a half month Simmental X at £1330 from WJ Hollingsworth, Midhope. [ ]
- [CHRIS WEATHERUP, LISGLASS, THE ‘MAN IN THE MIDDLE’ AT THE SIMMENTAL NEXT GENERATION II SHOW & SALE, CARLISLE, DECEMBER 2ND](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/chris-weatherup-lisglass-the-man-in-the-middle-at-the-simmental-next-generation-ii-show-sale-carlisle-december-2nd/) - The much anticipated second staging of the Simmental Next Generation Sale of Females Weaned Calves is fast approaching and will take place this year on Friday 2nd December 2022, at Harrison Hetherington’s Borderway Mart, Carlisle. Hitting the ground running, the inaugural Next Generation Sale proved to be a tremendous success with served and [ ]
- [Simmental cheque presentation](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/simmental-cheque-presentation/) - The Northern Ireland Simmental Cattle Breeders’ Club has raised £3,500 for the Horizon West Children’s Hospice in Killadeas, County Fermanagh. The money is the proceeds of the club’s annual charity BBQ held recently in Dungannon. Fundraising volunteers John Graham and Yvonne Bowles thanked breeders for their generous support. “It was a very enjoyable and well [ ]
- [Bristol Sale](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/bristol-sale-2012/) - A large crowd gather for the annual Society supported Spring Show and sale at the Washingpool Sales Centre, Bristol. The pre-sale Male Champion selected by the Judge Society President Mr Michael Robson, Kilbride Farm, Doagh, Northern Ireland was Crackley Bobby Dazzler from M/S Booth and Bell, Crackley Farm, Crackley Lane, Kenilworth, Warwickshire, this June [ ]
- [THIS WEEK’S MARKET BRIEFS SEE SIMMENTAL CATTLE TOPPING COMMERCIAL SALES AT SEDGEMOOR; THAINSTONE; HEXHAM; HUNTLY; STIRLING; DUNGANNON; HOLSWORTHY; DUMFRIES; EXETER; MILNTHORPE; FROME; & RUGBY](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/this-weeks-market-briefs-see-simmental-cattle-topping-commercial-sales-at-sedgemoor-thainstone-hexham-huntly-stirling-dungannon-holsworthy-dumfries-exeter-milnthorpe-frome-rugby/) - We kick off this week with the sale of store cattle at Hexham and Northern Marts on 30th July which saw a tremendous pen of 11 Angus Simmental Cross Heifers from the Johnston Family, High Fotherley sold to £1400 and averaged £1237.27. On 29th July at United Auctions Huntly market, United Auctions store cattle sold [ ]
- [5800GNS TOPS PART ONE OF THE BROOMBRAE SIMMENTAL HERD DISPERSAL SALE](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/5800gns-tops-part-one-of-the-broombrae-simmental-herd-dispersal-sale/) - Two lots made 5800gns to lead part one of the Broombrae Simmental herd dispersal for Messrs Gordon L Clark, Auchtermuchty, Cupar, Fife, held at United Auctions, Stirling on Monday 19th February and immediately following the breed’s successful bull sale. The first part of the Broombrae Dispersal Sale comprised the Autumn calving cows with calves at [ ]
- [2024 SIMMENTAL YOUNG MEMBERS STOCK JUDGING FINALS HAILED ‘A BIG SUCCESS’!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/2024-simmental-young-members-stock-judging-finals-hailed-a-big-success/) - • Finals held within Simmental Young Members Weekend in Northern Ireland • 48 competitors take part with teams from seven UK regions, plus RoI • NI’s Martin Cunningham, and Erin Nelson win Senior, and Junior Individual titles. • North East (England), and East Anglian Clubs win Senior, and Junior Team titles • Master judge was [ ]
- [LATEST MARKET BRIEFS SEES ALL-ROUND SIMMENTAL CATTLE CONTINUING TO TOP COMMERCIAL MARKETS AT: THAME; ABERDEEN; RUGBY; DUMFRIES; FROME; MARKET DRAYTON;  DINGWALL; THIRSK; LANARK; EXETER; GISBURN; LANCASTER; STIRLING; SHREWSBURY; NEWTON STEWART; & HOLMFIRTH.](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/latest-market-briefs-sees-all-round-simmental-cattle-continuing-to-top-commercial-markets-at-thame-aberdeen-rugby-dumfries-frome-market-drayton-dingwall-thirsk-lanark-exeter-gisburn-lanca/) - MILKY LONG-LASTING, PRODUCTIVE FEMALES THAT CROSS WITH ALL BREEDS. ‘GO TO’ MATERNAL QUALITIES COMBINED WITH BEING THE NUMBER ONE CONTINENTAL BREED FOR AGE AT SLAUGHTER, HIGH GROWTH RATES AND TOP CARCASE TRAITS. SIMMENTAL GENETICS ARE ADDING UP TO EFFICIENCY AND PROFITABILITY FOR COMMERCIAL BEEF PRODUCERS Kicking off we start at Thame Farmers Auction Mart on [ ]
- [BOSAHAN ROSELLA INGRID VENUS ‘ON A DIFFERENT PLANET’ AS SIMMENTALS DOMINATE CORNWALL PEDIGREE BEEF CALF SHOW!](https://britishsimmental.co.uk/bosahan-rosella-ingrid-venus-on-a-different-planet-as-simmentals-dominate-cornwall-pedigree-beef-calf-show/) - Bosahan win Overall Supreme Champion, and Continental Champion Killiworgie Playboy wins Senior Overall Champion, and Senior Continental Champion Killiworgie Kerenzas Page wins Senior Overall Reserve, and Senior Res Continental The stars were aligned as Simmentals shone at the Cornwall Beef Champions of Tomorrow, held on Saturday 19th October at the Royal Cornwall Showground Wadebridge, and [ ]

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