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Livestock Market Update: East Coast Angus dispersal signals end of a 60 year era
Robust hill country genetics going under the hammer
Farmers will this month have a rare opportunity to acquire some of the North Island’s premium Angus genetics.
One of the East Coast’s most respected Angus studs is ending a 60 year era with an autumn dispersal sale. The Rangatira Angus Mixed Age Cow and Heifer and Bull Calf Dispersal, south of Gisborne, will take place on Monday 22 March. Approximately 250 cattle are for sale, selling in a series of separate lots.
Rangatira Angus stock are robust hill country cattle, renowned for their soundness and structure. All cows vetted in calf, and each animal has passed an AA inspection.
Hosted on farm from 11 am, with viewing the day prior from 1 to 4pm, the sale will also run on bidr, enabling buyers to take part in person or online.
Click here for a copy of the catalogue. Private viewings will also be available.
Emma Pollitt, PGG Wrightson East Coast Livestock Genetics Representative
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