The Carlisle May Bull Sale saw an 86% clearance with 51 Aberdeen-Angus bulls finding new homes to an average of £4869.12, up £497 on the year with the sale topping at 9000gns. Proceedings kicked off on Friday 20th May with Lot 180, Wensleydale Just Eric X053 from Christopher Timm standing champion and Lot 111 Stouphill Buster W339 from the Allen …
Obituary for Willie McLaren
Obituary for Willie McLaren
William McLaren Noted cattle breeder For many in the cattle world, Willie McLaren who died recently was “Mr Aberdeen Angus.” It was a label that recognised his unstinting efforts over many years to promote one of Scotland’s traditional breeds. His nickname was earned through his successes in the show and sale rings where his Netherton cattle picked up red rosettes …
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Willie Mclaren funeral service
Willie Mclaren funeral service
Willie Mclaren funeral service will take place on Thursday 19th May at 11 am in Blackford Parish Church, followed by his interment at Blackford Cemetery. All family and friends are respectfully invited. Family flowers only, but donations in lieu if desired to Friends of St Margaret’s. Service will be live-streamed the link to the live-stream can be found here. The …
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‘Extra flash’ gives heifer the edge in Angus championship at the 153rd Balmoral Show
‘Extra flash’ gives heifer the edge in Angus championship at the 153rd Balmoral Show
A flashy heifer bred by the Armour family from Dromara won the junior and supreme overall Aberdeen Angus championships at the 153rd Balmoral Show. This is the family’s second successive Balmoral breed title in eight months, having won the supreme award with junior cow Woodvale Miss Annie U436 at the 2021 show, which was postponed until September due to the …
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Willie McLaren
Willie McLaren
It is with great sadness that the Society reports the passing of Willie McLaren of the renowned Netherton herd. A stalwart of the Aberdeen-Angus breed for more than 80 years, he was known worldwide for his loyalty, passion and enthusiasm for the breed. A great supporter of the breed through his years, Willie was one of the pioneers in breed …