The Irish Angus Cattle Society will be hosting its 13th annual ‘Elite Sale’ this Saturday (December 12) beginning at 12:00pm in the showgrounds in Carrick on Shannon, Co. Roscommon.
Commenting on the upcoming sale, Irish Angus Cattle Society president Padraig O’Connor stated:
This upcoming sale has the potential to be one of the best exhibits of Angus cattle in recent times. The standard and quality of cattle on offer is going to be very high.
“In what has been a tough year for everyone, we are hoping that potential customers will abide by the Covid-19 health guidelines and protocols and be able to purchase their animals with comfort.
“With the market demands at the minute, Angus cattle have been proving their worth. This is simply because most processors are looking for as many Angus steers and heifers that they can get their hands on.”
This year, due to the Covid-19 pandemic, the sale will be run in accordance with government and Health Service Executive (HSE) guidelines to ensure the health and safety of the public.
This unfortunately means there will be no usual pre-show of animals, which would have taken place in previous years.
Premiums for purchasers
A €400 premium is offered to the purchaser of the top priced bull and heifer. There is also a premium of €200 for the second highest priced bull and heifer.
Prospective purchasers are asked to book a viewing time prior to arrival by contacting Midland & Western Livestock Improvement Society. Viewing of stock will take place from 9:30am to 12:00pm. Customers will be asked to sign in on arrival to the showgrounds.
There will be a parade of cattle available on the Irish Angus Cattle Society Facebook page after 9:30am.
Face coverings are mandatory for everyone attending the sale and all attending the event are asked to adhere to the Irish Angus stewards who will be monitoring social distancing on the day.
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As there will be a limited number of ringside bidders allowed into the sales arena at 2m social distancing – online bidding will also be available for buyers that won’t be able to be around the ring through Livestock Live app.
Customers wishing to purchase animals through the online system are asked to register before Friday (December 11) at 12:00pm.
No spectators or children under the age of 16 will be allowed into the showgrounds.
Transport from the sale can be facilitated at a reasonable rate and all animals that are eligible for export on the day of sale.
To preview the catalogue for the upcoming Irish Angus Elite Sale, please click here.