Young breeder wins again at Agri-Expo

Judge Gary McKiernan certainly had his work cut out for him, as he carefully assessed each animal’s physical attributes, structure, and overall market potential. His scrutiny was evident as he took time to evaluate the depth of muscling, correct structure, and the animals’ performance potential in both breeding and commercial settings.

With over seventy animals in total, the event brought together some of the finest Herefords, ranging from promising young stock to proven breeding animals. The atmosphere was competitive, with breeders exchanging insights and showcasing their best animals for both commercial buyers and fellow breeders.

Following his summer show season success was young breeder L. Jackson-Carr as he had yet another win under his belt with Dendor 1 Greta 39^th. The October 2023 born heifer was bred by D.E., E.D., & A.L. Jones, but now resides with Liam. Sired by Solpoll 1 Vanquish and out of Dendor 1 Greta 27^th this heifer once again demonstrated her presence and style by winning senior female, overall female and overall champion on the day. Mr McKiernan who hails from Ballinagh, Co. Cavan,  was looking for correct, easy fleshing and stylish cattle.

In the reserve champion hot spot and not for the second time in following a stable mate this season was Dendor 1 Billy-the-Kid. This half sibling to Greta is sired by Solpoll 1 Vanquish and is out of Dendor 1 Wattle 9^th. The March 2024 born bull oozed class and this was evident as he took the junior male, overall male and reserve overall champion places. Whether it was in the junior or senior sections, the influence of the Dendor herd was evident, with several of the top contenders and champions at the show stemming from their lines. Their continued success is a testament to the quality and consistency of their breeding program, which has become synonymous with producing cattle that excel both in the ring and on the farm.

The distance incurred did not deter breeders from making the journey, and in the female division, the animals certainly did not disappoint. In the junior section, Porton House 1 Jane 5th, exhibited by Paul and Vicky Moyle, stood out as the winner of the heifer born on or after the 1st of March 2024 class. This impressive heifer overcame stiff competition, beating several of her peers with her exceptional conformation, strong frame, and promising future as a breeding animal. She is out of home bred cow Porton House 1 Jane and is sired by Normanton 1 Whiskey W660, which was purchased by the breeders in the Spring society show and sale in 2022. This bull is sired by Dendor 1 Rosco P. Coltrane, another nod to the Dendor herd.

Following closely behind in hot pursuit was the reserve junior female champion, Bowendu 1 Ruby 7th from Bowen Farms. After a quieter summer show season for the breeders, this January 2024-born heifer made a real statement at the Agri Expo with her undeniable charm and presence. She fended off strong competition from other heifers in her class to secure a well-earned first place. Out of Dendor 1 Ruby 37th and sired by the renowned Solpoll 1 Trailblazer, Bowendu 1 Ruby 7th exhibited all the qualities with both her dam and sire having established themselves as consistent producers of quality animals.

 

In the senior section, Normanton 1 Jews Ear 43rd B687 stood out, taking both the Reserve Senior Champion and Reserve Female Champion titles. Despite being part of a smaller but highly competitive entry, this heifer proved that quality can shine through in any class. Born in December 2023, Jews Ear 43rd demonstrated exceptional strength and depth, with the power and presence that make her a standout in the ring. Out of Normanton 1 Jews Ear 31st T21, a homebred cow from the well-established Jews Ear family, and sired by Cleland 1 Nelson. The Jews Ear family has a long history of producing high-quality cattle that consistently perform well in the show ring with numerous accolades to their name.

In the male section RM 1 Blade from E Hodge a January 2024 born bull, won a strong class amongst seven other young bulls, he then went on to take the junior male reserve championship. Sired by Gouldingpoll 1 Duncan, out of Coley 1 Lily 561 Blade is a flashy young man with a promising future.

In the senior section, Moralee 1 Bond DC313 from T & D Harrison made a significant impact, winning the Bull Born in September 2023 class before going on to claim both Senior Male Champion and Reserve Male Champion titles. This impressive young bull, out of the renowned Moralee 1 Kylie cow and sired by Days Calibre G74, displayed the strength, conformation, and presence that set him apart in a competitive lineup.

Completing the male championship lineup was Dendor 1 Boof from DE, ED & AL Jones, who claimed the Reserve Senior Male Champion title. This impressive bull, sired by the well-regarded Solpoll 1 Vanquish and out of Dendor 1 Ruby 34th, is yet another exceptional progeny from the famed Ruby line, which continues to produce cattle of the highest quality.

 

Full Show Results

Class 1 – Commercial Heifer or steer born on or after 1^st September 2023 by a registered Hereford sire

1^st – Keadyview Rocket – S O’Kane & H Morgan

Class 2 – heifer born on or after 1^st March 2024

1^st – Porton House 1 Jane 5^th – Paul and Vicky Moyle

2^nd – Bowendu 1 Ruby 8^th – Bowen Farms

3^rd – Ings 1 Isla Rose 3^rd – G & A Redmayne

Class 3 – heifer born in Jan/Feb 2024

1^st – Bowendu 1 Ruby 7^th – Bowen Farms

2^nd – Ings 1 Emma Jane 24A – G & A Redmayne

3^rd – Midford 1 Kate 5^th – W Awan

Class 4 – heifer born in Nov/Dec 2023

1^st – Normanton 1 Jews Ear 43^rd B687 – TD & WT Livesey

2^nd – Fellowhills 1 Tuilagi Dawn 174 – J Hodge

3^rd – Taymar 1 Bella – S Taylor & D Marsh

Class 5 – heifer born in October 2023

1^st – Dendor 1 Greta 39^th  – L Jackson-Carr

2^nd – Hollyvale 1 June 6^th  – A & P Massey

3^rd – Bowendu 1 Ruby 6^th – Bowen Farms

Class 6 – heifer born in September 2023

1^st – Moralee 1 Kylie DC314 – T & D Harrison

2^nd – Ings 1 Isla – G & A Redmayne

3^rd – Taymar 1 Emerald 3^rd – S Taylor & D Marsh

Class 7a – bull born in March 2024

1^st – Dendor 1 Billy-the-Kid – DE, ED & AL Jones

2^nd – Midford 1 Bathonian – W Awan

3^rd – Porton House 1 Bandit – P & V Moyle

Class 7b – bull born in April/May 2024

1^st – Craigdhu 1 Bracken – M Galbraith

2^nd – Creuddyn 1 Kingsize – G Davies

3^rd – Buckenhill 1 Bugatti BTA – MF Gray & Miss L Crowther

Class 8 – Bull born in Jan/Feb 2024

1^st – RM 1 Blade – E Hodge

2^nd – Hoghton View 1 Air Time – S & E Walker

3^rd – Midford 1 Bobby Dazzler – W Awan

Class 9 – Bull born in Nov/Dec 2023

1^st – Harveybros 1 Boabby-the-Barman – G & S Harvey

2^nd – Normanton 1 Boa Boa – TD & WT Livesey

Class 10 – Bull born in October 2023

1^st – Normanton 1 Brightspark – TD & WT Livesey

Class 11 – Bull born in September 2023

1^st – Moralee 1 Bond DC313 – T & D Harrison

2^nd – Dendor 1 Boof – DE, ED & AL Jones

3^rd – Moralee 1 Baz – T & D Harrison

Class 12 – Pair of animals

1^st – T & D Harrison

2^nd – W Awan

Class 13 – Group of three by the same sire

1^st – W Awan

2^nd – TD & WT Livesey

Class 14 – Young handlers 15 years and under

1^st – Abbie Jackson-Carr

2^nd – Lucie Culpan

3^rd – Kyla Porteous

Class 15 – Young handlers 16-21 years

1st – Grace Denning

2^nd – Liam Jackson-Carr

 

Senior female, overall female and overall grand champion – Dendor 1 Greta 39^th  – L Jackson-Carr

Junior male, overall male and reserve champion – Dendor 1 Billy-the-Kid – DE, ED & AL Jones

Junior female champion – Porton House 1 Jane 5^th – Paul and Vicky Moyle

Reserve junior female champion – Bowendu 1 Ruby 7^th – Bowen Farms

Reserve senior and reserve female champion – Normanton 1 Jews Ear 43^rd B687 – TD & WT Livesey

Junior male reserve champion – RM 1 Blade – E Hodge

Reserve male champion and Senior male champion – Moralee 1 Bond DC313 – T & D Harrison

Reserve senior male champion – Dendor 1 Boof – DE, ED & AL Jones