With some 19 prices in excess of 2000gns, Oban has recently seen one of their better sales for Highland cattle. It was also good to see demand in the form of exports with German breeders making the journey over to secure some of the better genetics on offer.
Topping trade and heading across the water was Ceannard 4th of Glengorm. This rising three year old, pictured below, sold for 8000gns to Geisler Klosner, whose three purchases on the day came just short of £12,000.
Comments (4)
I have always appreciated the qualities of Highland cattle, why do you think they are on the up?
Posted by David | February 14, 2007 8:41 AM
Posted on February 14, 2007 08:41
For some areas they work perfectly and are really coming in to their own as a low input extensive breed. When marketed right they can do wonders for selling boxed beef as well.
Posted by Chrissie | February 15, 2007 8:41 AM
Posted on February 15, 2007 08:41
Interestingly, Easton College in Norfolk has turned to Highland Cattle for managing some important biodiversity meadows, the cattle being ideally suited to a low intensity, minimal management system.
Posted by siegfried | March 1, 2007 5:38 PM
Posted on March 1, 2007 17:38
It's not just guys in the UK benefiting from Highland cattle, demand is soaring from countries such as Germany and Denmark. I reckon we will soon see a shift in market prices for quality pedigree Highlands.
Posted by Chrissie | March 2, 2007 8:44 AM
Posted on March 2, 2007 08:44