Latest News and Features - Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society

Native genetics key to sustainable beef production on Scottish farm

Native genetics key to sustainable beef production on Scottish...

11.11.2025

The Chapelton herd is synonymous with quality, well-bred native cattle as a result of the careful stockmanship of the Biggar familyFarmers Guardian ...

Drumhill herd retains Aberdeen Angus calf show championship

07.11.2025

By Julie Hazelton A fantastic show with exceptional quality throughout was how English judges David and Penny Evans described the Northern Ireland Aberd...

A strong start to the winter show season at the Aberdeen-Angus Winter National

A strong start to the winter show season at...

05.11.2025

The first calf show of the season — the Winter National, held at Borderway Agri Expo on Friday 31st October 2025 — saw an excellent display of Aberdeen-...

Strong demand at HW Angus online sale

05.11.2025

The fifth HW Angus production sale, held online from Blackford, Auchterarder, generated strong and widespread demand for the renowned HW bloodlines. Cat...

£20,450 cheque presentation

05.11.2025

The Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society has presented a cheque for £20,450 to Air Ambulance Northern Ireland. The money was raised in June at a ‘150 and Beyond’ themed farm walk, hosted by the Doyle family ...

Aberdeen-Angus Winter National Results - 2025

31.10.2025

Class DescriptionPlacingExhibitor NumberAnimal NameDOBExhibitorSireDam Class 1 Yearling Bull Born 1 August to 31 December 20241st502BRAILES BLACK BOY A36004/10/2024BRAILES LIVESTOCKTONLEY RO...

Logie Aberdeen-Angus Dispersal Tops at 17,000gns at Stirling

22.10.2025

The complete dispersal of the Logie Aberdeen-Angus herd, owned by David Stubbs of AJR Farms, was held at the Stirling October Bull Sales on Monday, 20 October 2025. The sale marked the conclusion of a...

Stirling October Bull Sales Report

22.10.2025

The much-anticipated Stirling October Bull Sales once again delivered a strong trade, averaging £7,656 highest ever and up 29% on the year and clearance...

Weights, Scrotal Measures - Stirling October 2025

18.10.2025

Lot NumberWeight (KG)Scrotal (CM)Vendor NameAnimal Name 1NFNFDONALD RANKIN ESQKILMALUAG HIGHLAND LADDIE Z381 (ET) 287042DONALD RANKIN ESQKILMALUAG LOCAL HERO Z380 (ET) 3110041FIRM OF A...

Stirling October 2025 Show Results

16.10.2025

Class DescriptionPlacingExhibitor NumberAnimal NameDate of BirthExhibitorSireDam Class 1 - Bull born on or between 30 November 2023 & 18 March 20241st6RULESMAINS PLATINUM A93828/02/2024A...

Aberdeen-Angus Youth Development Programme 25th Anniversary Finals 2025

15.10.2025

The 25th anniversary Aberdeen-Angus Youth Development Programme (YDP) Finals took place on Friday 10th and Saturday 11th October, hosted by Hamish and M...

Scottish family who made history at Royal Highland Show get ready for Stirling Bull Sales

Scottish family who made history at Royal Highland Show...

15.10.2025

Scottish family who made history at Royal Highland Show get ready for Stirling Bull Sales A West Lothian farming family is experiencing surging demand for their pedigree red Aberdeen-Angus cattle Farm...

Aberdeen Angus bulls to 3,900gns at Dungannon

09.10.2025

There was a complete clearance with a small entry of pedigree Aberdeen Angus bulls averaging £3,622 per head at the annual autumn Native Breeds show and...

Quarter century of Aberdeen-Angus Youth Programme

03.10.2025

The Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society’s Youth Development Programme (YDP) is marking a major milestone this autumn, celebrating its 25th anniversary with the Finals set to take place at Denhead Farms, Tur...

Aberdeen-Angus beef sire of choice for Ballyronan dairy herd owners

Aberdeen-Angus beef sire of choice for Ballyronan dairy herd...

26.09.2025

Aberdeen Angus has been the beef sire of choice for more than seven years at the Bates family’s Lakeview Farm in Ballyronan, County Londonderry. “The na...

Guidance Note on Germinal Products for recognised Zootech Societies

16.09.2025

Guidance Note on Germinal Products for Recognised Zootech Societies 14 Aug 2025

Aberdeen Angus a viable option for maximising calf value

15.09.2025

Aberdeen Angus a viable option for maximising calf value By Peter Harrison, The Scottish Farmer, 13th September 2025. Retained females can also provide the basis for a suckler herd Over the pas...

Breeding Better Beef & Sheep - strategies for net zero

Breeding Better Beef & Sheep - strategies for net...

05.09.2025

This will be an interactive online event for farmers, farming industry, researchers , advisors and anyone interested in genetics and farm animal breeding. It brings together the findings from a year l...

Free Industry Webinar - Discussion on Bluetongue Virus

28.08.2025

A free industry webinar will take place on Monday 1 September at 5pm, offering a Scottish update and discussion on Bluetongue Virus, including vaccination planning. Chaired by: Neil Shand, National B...

DEFRA Animal Health & Welfare Pathway Webinar

11.08.2025

You may already be aware that farmers in England can now receive funded vet visits for multiple herds or flocks of the same species through the Animal Health and Welfare Review. This funding helps tho...

‘Victorious’ win for Old Glenort at Aberdeen-Angus Championship

06.08.2025

By Julie HazeltonA wonderful show with quality entries in every class was how judge Mike Alford described the Northern Ireland Aberdeen-Angus Club’s Sum...

2026 European Angus Forum - Romania

04.08.2025

It is a privilege but also a great responsibility for ROMANIA to host the EUROPEAN ANGUS FORUM from 11-18 may 2026. Romania is a country located in southeastern Europe characterized by a unique natura...

Aberdeen-Angus dominates steak showdowns at summer shows

01.08.2025

Aberdeen-Angus dominates steak showdowns at summer shows Aberdeen-Angus remains the gold standard for beef eating quality, with the breed dominating taste competitions at prestigious summer shows ...

Livestock keepers’ response to the threat of Bluetongue virus (BTV)

Livestock keepers’ response to the threat of Bluetongue virus...

31.07.2025

Workshop Information Sheet Livestock keepers’ response to the threat of Bluetongue virus (BTV) What are the aims of this research project? Until recently the UK was free from the disease, but incurs...

Royal Welsh Show Report 2025

30.07.2025

Strong Showing for Aberdeen-Angus in the Welsh SunshineThor Atkinson’s Arradfoot Princess Caroline led the way in the Aberdeen-Angus section at the Roya...

Glenbrae herd wins Aberdeen Angus Ulster championship at Antrim Show

Glenbrae herd wins Aberdeen Angus Ulster championship at Antrim...

28.07.2025

The Dodd family from Saintfield claimed the coveted Ulster Perpetual Provincial Trophy at this year’s Antrim Show.William, Jane, Jamie and Lewis Dodd al...

Agri-Tech Adoption on Farm: Bowhill Farm Tour & Workshop Session

Agri-Tech Adoption on Farm: Bowhill Farm Tour & Workshop...

15.07.2025

Join us at Bowhill Farming for an insightful tour led by the Sion Willams (Farm Manager), including demonstrations of the latest innovations in the agricultural sector. Through various talks, demonstr...

RBST Scotland Conference 2025

15.07.2025

Tickets are available for the RBST Scotland Conference 2025, taking place on Thursday 31st July at Guardswell Farm, Inchture, Kinnaird (13 miles west of Dundee, Scotland). This full-day event will bri...

Society saddened by the loss of Natalie Cormack

14.07.2025

The Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society announces with deep sadness the passing of breed development manager Natalie Cormack. Society CEO, Robert Gilchrist, paid tribute to Ms Cormack and said her passing r...

The Aberdeen-Angus Summer National at the Great Yorkshire Show 2025

The Aberdeen-Angus Summer National at the Great Yorkshire Show...

09.07.2025

Melanie and Michael Alford’s Foxhill Princess Caroline A265 reigned supreme at the 2025 Aberdeen-Angus Summer National, held at the prestigious Great Yo...

Aberdeen-Angus genetics help add value to calves on Cornwall dairy farm

Aberdeen-Angus genetics help add value to calves on Cornwall...

04.07.2025

Aberdeen-Angus genetics are delivering multiple benefits for Cornwall dairy farmer Chris Knowles – including ease of calving, and calves which are much sought after by finishers. Chris Knowles, who ru...

Great Yorkshire Show Results (2025 Summer National)

03.07.2025

Results of the Aberdeen-Angus judging at the 2025 Great Yorkshire Show (Aberdeen-Angus Summer National), ably judged by Mr Hamish Sclater of the Deveron Herd, Turriff. Class DescriptionPlacingExh...

150th Celebrations at the 2025 Great Yorkshire Show

03.07.2025

The Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society would like to invite you to our celebration dinner, for the 150th Herdbook at the 2025 Great Yorkshire Show.Tuesday 8t...

Red Letter Day: Mosshall Red Essence Makes History at the Highland

Red Letter Day: Mosshall Red Essence Makes History at...

24.06.2025

The Taylors’ Mosshall Red Essence Y436 made history at the Royal Highland Show 2025, claiming the Aberdeen-Angus Breed Champion, Overall Interbree...

Royal Highland Show Results 2025

19.06.2025

Results of the Aberdeen-Angus judging at the 2025 Royal Highland Show, ably judged by Mr Neil Wattie of the Tonley Herd, Aberdeenshire. Class DescriptionPlacingExhibitor NumberAnimal NameDOBExhib...

Attention all members please be aware of a spam email currently being circulated.

Attention all members please be aware of a spam...

13.06.2025

Attention all members,Please be aware of a spam email pictured below that is currently being circulated. This is not a genuine message from the Society ...

Native breed obvious choice for a profitable Northumberland beef herd

Native breed obvious choice for a profitable Northumberland beef...

12.06.2025

For the Renner family of Northumberland, choosing Aberdeen-Angus cattle was a straightforward decision driven by a desire for easy-calving, efficient be...

Airedale Angus on-farm production sale produces five-figure top

12.06.2025

The 8th annual production sale of pedigree Aberdeen-Angus cattle on behalf of the award-winning South Craven-based Airedale herd run by David and Judith...

Welcome home to The British & Irish Lions, our youth team, who recently competed in the Zoetis World Angus Forum Youth Competition 2025 in Australia.

Welcome home to The British & Irish Lions, our...

21.05.2025

A huge congratulations to team members James Morrison, Ellie Westaway, Graeme Rhind, John Smyth, and Oisin Keogh on your outstanding effort and results ...

Family run herd with commercial outlook keep Angus cattle

21.05.2025

Family run herd with commercial outlook keep Angus cattle By Pat Wilson, The Scottish Farmer Aberdeen Angus cattle are synonymous with eating quality, thereby attracting valuable premiums in t...

Old Glenort herd is ‘Victorious’ in Balmoral Aberdeen Angus line-up

Old Glenort herd is ‘Victorious’ in Balmoral Aberdeen Angus...

21.05.2025

Cornish judge Gayle Bersey complimented Aberdeen Angus breeders on an exceptional turnout of cattle at the Royal Ulster Agricultural Society’s 156th Bal...

Use of 'UK' Prefixed livestock identification tags ending soon

19.05.2025

DAERA is reminding all livestock keepers that from 30 June 2025 only ‘XI’ prefixed tags can be used to identify newborn cattle, sheep, and goats. A DAERA spokesperson said: “Since 24 June ...

Strong trade and full clearance at Carlisle Aberdeen-Angus Spring Sale

Strong trade and full clearance at Carlisle Aberdeen-Angus Spring...

13.05.2025

Strong Trade and Full Clearance at Carlisle Aberdeen-Angus Spring SaleThe Aberdeen-Angus Spring Sale at Carlisle, held on Friday 9th May at Harrison &am...

Weights and Scrotal Measures - Carlisle May 2025

08.05.2025

The Aberdeen Angus Cattle Society will have forward 23 bulls and 2 cows with calves at foot, at the May Carlisle Bull Sales. Show: Friday 9th May 8.30am Sale: Friday 9th May LOT-NUMWeightScrotalV...

Sale Results - Stirling May 2025

06.05.2025

Blelack Hill Black Jester 12,000gns Thrunton Puma 12,000 gns Strong Trade and 100% Clearance at Stirling May Bull Sale A strong commercial demand...

Show Results - Stirling May 2025

04.05.2025

Results of the Stirling May Bull Sale Show ClassPlacingLot numberAnimal nameVendorDate of birthDamSire 81st125DRUMHILL PURE CONTEMPORARY Z651MR JONATHAN & MRS LISA DOYLE16/06/2023...

Weights and Scrotal Measures - Stirling May 2025

03.05.2025

The Aberdeen Angus Cattle Society will have forward 21 bulls and 2 cows with calves at foot, at the May Stirling Bull Sales. Show: Sunday 4th 12.30pm Sale: Monday 5th 12.45 LOT-NUMWeight (kgs)Scr...

Strong demand as Aberdeen-Angus bulls soar to 7,600gns at Dungannon

Strong demand as Aberdeen-Angus bulls soar to 7,600gns at...

28.04.2025

The strong demand for Aberdeen Angus genetics continued at the society’s April show and sale, held at Dungannon Farmers’ Mart.Prices soared to a top of ...

Carlisle Aberdeen-Angus Sale - *Change of Date*

24.04.2025

Due to concerns around the potential negative impact the proposed BTV announcement on the 15th May could have on the Society sale on the 16th May, a decision has been made to bring the sale for...

Worcester Sale Report

24.04.2025

The Worcester Spring Sale saw a 71% clearance with 5 Aberdeen-Angus bulls finding new homes to an average of £6600, up £1783 on the year with the sale t...

Pre-Order Form - Herd Book Volume 149

17.04.2025

Vol. 149 of the Aberdeen-Angus Herd Book will shortly be published. The Herd Book is a quality, casebound book containing full details of registrations (Vol. 149 being for calves born 1st January 2024...

Member Survey Feedback

16.04.2025

Member Survey Feedback from Robert Logan, SAOS Head of Co-op Development, on behalf of the Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society. Thank you to all who completed the recent members’ survey. As 2025 mar...

Central Scotland AA Club Herd Visit 2025

15.04.2025

Central Scotland Aberdeen-Angus Club Herd Visit 2025, Sunday 13th July. Morning Visit: 10am for 10:30am start, Morrisons Livestock, Meikle Maldon, Torphins, AB31 4NR, hosted by Duncan & Claire Mor...

Important change to display of Performance Recording Evaluation Values

11.04.2025

IMPORTANT CHANGE TO DISPLAY OF PERFORMANCE RECORDING EVALUATION VALUES – Restriction of display of Index Values for Non-Performance Recording Members Council has debated various issues ar...

MEMBER Rollout - Helical DNA Module

03.04.2025

The way in which the Society processes DNA results is changing. Previously, Weatherbys Scientific has been the Society’s provider of the entire DNA serv...

WAF 2025 Training Weekend

02.04.2025

The highly impactful final WAF 2025 youth training weekend was held this last weekend. The British and Irish Lions World Angus Forum youth team had thei...

Nothern Ireland Aberdeen-Angus Club AGM

02.04.2025

The N.I. Aberdeen-Angus Club will be holding their AGM on Tuesday 8th April 2025 at 8:00pm in Dungannon Rugby Club.Our guest speaker will be Craig McAl...

Melton Mowbray Sale Report

28.03.2025

Melton Mowbray Multi - Breed Sale Report The premier pedigree spring show & sale ...

Native Beef Genetics Sale Report

14.03.2025

Native Beef Genetic Sale – Semen & Embryos 7th to 9th March 2025 The Native Beef Genetics Sale of Semen & Embryos was offered by Harrison & Hetherington and MartEye from the 7th of March t...

Thank you, Laura Stewart

14.03.2025

Thank You, Laura Stewart After 25 years of service, Laura Stewart, Society Office Manager will be leaving the company. Following a recent organisational restructuring, the difficult decision to make L...

Making the most of recording calving data

14.03.2025

Making the most of recording calving data Calving Ease EBVs provide an estimate of genetic differences in the ability of calves to be born unassisted from two-year-old heifers. Calving Ease EBVs are c...

2025 Member Survey

11.03.2025

Help shape the future of the Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society, your feedback is important to us as a valued member.Please take our survey ...

Aberdeen Angus bulls sell to 4,800gns twice at Dungannon

17.02.2025

There was a strong demand for pedigree Aberdeen Angus cattle at the annual native breeds show and sale, held at Dungannon Farmers’ Mart.Prices for bulls...

Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society Prizegiving Evening

11.02.2025

The Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society’s Prizegiving Evening, held at The Golden Lion Hotel on the Sunday evening of the February Stirling Bull Sales w...

Inaugural online HW Netherton Genetics Sale breaks UK breed record with £65,600 sale for Netherton Eclipse Z036.

Inaugural online HW Netherton Genetics Sale breaks UK breed...

11.02.2025

Inaugural online HW Netherton Genetics Sale breaks UK breed record with £65,600 sale for Netherton Eclipse Z036.History was made at the inaugural HW Net...

Shetland suckler herd targets fertility in simple system

10.02.2025

Shetland suckler herd targets fertility in simple system By Shirley Macmillan, Farmers Weekly. Superstars are not wanted in Jamie Leslie’s 90-cow Angus suckler herd at Scholland Farm on Shetland. Bree...

February Stirling Bull Sales Report 2025

06.02.2025

Idvies Pink Profit leads to healthy profit for the Fraser Family.An exceptional lineup of bulls forward at the United Auctions February Stirling Bulls S...

Stirling February 2025 Class Results and Championships

01.02.2025

Stirling February Show and Sale 2025 – Sunday 2nd February @ 8.30am Link for livestream of show https://www.youtube.com/embed/VeR8F0ew2os?si=0LgPE9xLcqWLAyCE Class and Championship Results wil...

Weights and Scrotal Measures - Stirling February 2025

01.02.2025

Lot NumberVendorAnimal IDAnimal NameSale Weight (kgs)Scrotal Measure (cm) 1MESSRS M & H D CURRIEUK581600 600407KINGHOLM EL DORARDO Z40797041.5 2MR & MRS H THOMSONUK523345 700140TY...

*NEW* YDP Workshop dates for 2025

27.01.2025

Youth Development Programme Workshop dates for 2025 are now live! To book your space please visit; https://aberdeen-angus.co.uk/2025-ydp-workshops/

Focus on fat for improved profitability and sustainability

23.01.2025

British Cattle Breeders Club Conference held in Telford from the 20th to 22nd January 2025 A focus on fat – and placing merit on cows who gain condition while suckling a calf – could be the key to a s...

Aberdeen-Angus cattle allow Surrey breeder to farm in harmony with nature

Aberdeen-Angus cattle allow Surrey breeder to farm in harmony...

23.01.2025

Breed stalwart Angus Stovold believes Aberdeen-Angus cattle are the ideal choice for farmers looking to run low-cost, environmentally friendly farming systems. Angus Stovold, a former Aberdeen-Angus C...

BREEDPLAN Webinar Series 2025

13.01.2025

The ABRI Extension Services team is pleased to offer a six-part BREEDPLAN webinar series in 2025 for beef producers and industry personnel across the UK and Europe. The webinars will take place at 7....

COUNCIL ELECTION

10.01.2025

Regarding the recent email sent to members on council election, we are aware this did not contain a password to login. Another email with this information will follow today with a password included. I...

Native Beef Genetics Sale

09.01.2025

ENTRY FORM https://bit.ly/4a77Nox

Member Notice - Information for EGM 17th December 2024

17.12.2024

Reminder – meeting tonight at 7pm Notice to all members, a hybrid EGM wi...

Locomotion Scoring

12.12.2024

In an effort to maintain and promote functionally correct locomotion of breeding bulls sold at our most prestigious Society Sales, the Society has emplo...

Youth Development Programme Senior Conference Report

10.12.2024

Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society Youth Development Programme Senior ConferenceThis year, the Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society Youth Development Programme Seni...

Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society Presentation Evening

09.12.2024

The Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society are excited to announce we are hosting a Prizegiving evening, on Sunday 2nd February at The Golden Lion, Stirling, FK8...

Bluetongue Virus Scottish Industry Webinar

05.12.2024

Bluetongue Virus Scottish Industry Webinar on Monday 9th December 2024 from 17:00- 18:30 This webinar is tailored to inform industry about Bluetongue Virus and how it may impact them. A series of ke...

Black Beauty Bonanza Report 2024

26.11.2024

Black Beauty Bonanza attracts 78 cattle from 19 herds as the event celebrates its 25th anniversary.Aberdeen-Angus cattle from across the region took cen...

Stars of the Future Report 2024

25.11.2024

STARS OF THE FUTURE 2024Stars of the Future continues to go from strength to strength and the 14th edition held at United Auctions, Stirling, on Friday...

Livescot 2024 Results

25.11.2024

Results from the recently held Livescot 2024Livescot 2024, hosted by the Scottish National Fat Stock Club at Lanark Agricultural Centre was held on Frid...

MEMBERS NOTICE - EXTRAORDINARY GENERAL MEETING

25.11.2024

MEMBERS NOTICE – EXTRAORDINARY GENERAL MEETING Notice is hereby given that an Extraordinary General Meeting of the Society will be held at the Si...

BRITISH LIVESTOCK FLIES THE FLAG AT EUROTIER 2024

18.11.2024

November 12-15, Hannover, Germany The British Livestock sector, and its associated companies, were well-represented at EuroTier, the world’s largest indoor agricultural expo. Held every two years in...

Switch to native genetics could help stem cattle exodus

14.11.2024

Switch to native genetics could help stem cattle exodus A leading cattle breeder has encouraged his peers to consider a switch in genetics before deciding to exit beef production altogether. Angus Sto...

2024 Winter National at the Borderway Agri Expo

12.11.2024

2024 Winter National at the Borderway Agri Expo in Carlisle on Friday 1st November. The Aberdeen-Angus Winter National was held on the 1st of November a...

Border Aberdeen-Angus Club donates to RSABI

12.11.2024

BORDER ABERDEEN ANGUS CLUB DONATES TO RSABI During the summer of 2024 the Border Aberdeen Angus Club held a raffle for a pedigree Aberdeen Angus heifer, to raise funds for holding the Aberdeen Angus S...

Lifetime Award for Pedigree Cattle Show Preparation

12.11.2024

Lifetime Award for Pedigree Cattle Show Preparation Falkirk based cattle livery winner, Richard Rettie, has been chosen as the recipient of the David Thomlinson Lifetime Achievement Award at Agri Expo...

Buckhurst and Yearsley herds perform well at CCM Aberdeen-Angus sale

Buckhurst and Yearsley herds perform well at CCM Aberdeen-Angus...

12.11.2024

Buckhurst and Yearsley herds perform well at CCM Aberdeen-Angus sale The Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society’s 6th annual autumn sale at CCM Skipton began well when a quartet of served heifers from John Wal...

Scottish judge praises entries at NI Aberdeen Angus Calf Show

Scottish judge praises entries at NI Aberdeen Angus Calf...

04.11.2024

By Julie HazeltonTHE Northern Ireland Aberdeen Angus Club’s annual Calf Show proved to be a Red Letter Day for the Doyle family from Cookstown, who clai...

AgriExpo - Winter National Show - Results 2024

01.11.2024

ClassClass DescriptionPlacingLot numberAnimal nameExhibitorDate of birthSireDam 6ABull born between 1st January and 31st July 20231st701DEVERON ELLIOTT Z923HAMISH W SCLATER ESQ23/03/2023RAWB...

William McLaren's on-farm sale at Netherton hits 18,000gns

30.10.2024

By Patsy Hunter,A 15-month-old heifer backed by the best of Australian and American genetics attracted the lead price of 18,000gns at the fourth product...

BVD in Scotland - Information for Scottish Cattle Breeders

28.10.2024

Getting maximum value from the BVD Test. Scotland’s cattle farmers and their vets have made huge progress towards BVD eradication. To comply with the BVD eradication scheme rules, breeding herds...

Morven Aberdeen-Angus Reduction Sale Report

24.10.2024

Neil F. Massie Jr. held a reduction sale from the Morven Herd of pedigree Aberdeen-Angus cattle on Monday, 21st October, during the annual Stirling Bull Sales. The herd is built on a foundation of str...

Tonley Aberdeen-Angus Production Sale Report

24.10.2024

The October Stirling Bull sale also saw the production sale of cows with calves at foot plus the full crop of yearling heifers from the Tonley herd of pedigree Aberdeen-Angus from Neil A Wattie. The T...

Skaill Aberdeen-Angus Reduction Sale Report

24.10.2024

Saturday the 21st of October also saw the very successful sale of the entire crop of 2023-born in-calf heifers from the Skaill herd of pedigree Aberdeen...

Stirling October Sale Report 2024

23.10.2024

The Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society held its much anticipated annual October sale at United Auctions on Monday, 21st October following the show on Sunday ...

Weights and Scrotal Measures - Stirling October 24

19.10.2024

Lot NumberAnimal NameVendorSale WeightScrotal Measure 1BALLINDALLOCH ELITE Y685BALLINDALLOCH HOME FARMS98044 2FIDDLEHALL EPIC Z051KEITH RENNIE ESQ101543 4BALLINDALLOCH FERNANDO Z687BAL...

Stirling October 2024 Class Results

17.10.2024

ClassPlacingLot numberAnimal nameVendorDate of birthSireDam 6 Heifer born on or after 3rd November 20221st287TONLEY PRINCESS Y022NEIL A WATTIE ESQ25/11/2022KILMALUAG ERISKAY T2...

Move to pedigree beef pays off for Scottish farming family.

Move to pedigree beef pays off for Scottish farming...

15.10.2024

Move to pedigree beef pays off for Scottish farming family. By Angela Calvert, Farmers Guardian, October 11th 2024 edition. Boreland Farm, near Kirkcowan, in southwest Scotland, has been run by the Mc...

Aberdeen-Angus proves ideal breed for busy Yorkshire couple

14.10.2024

A focus on efficiency and achieving market premiums led to an East Yorkshire couple establishing an Aberdeen-Angus herd. We found out more about the farm business and how it has grown to become a supp...

Female champion tops Dungannon AA entry at 5,000gns

11.10.2024

There was a small entry of Aberdeen-Angus cattle at the Native Breeds Show and Sale hosted by Dungannon Farmers’ Mart.Leading the annual autumn sa...

YDP Finals Report 2024

10.10.2024

Firstly, we would like to give a special thank you to Showtime for their fantastic sponsorship, which played a key role in making this event a huge succ...

Carlisle Sale Report - October 2024

09.10.2024

Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society Carlisle October Sale – Harrison & Hetherington 2nd October 2024 A small entry of Aberdeen-Angus bulls and females sold to a top of £4305 (4100gns), with a soli...

Dungannon Venue for Aberdeen-Angus Calf Show

09.10.2024

Dungannon venue for Aberdeen-Angus calf show on November 2 Closing date for entries is 20th October Entry forms and schedules are available for the Northern Ireland Aberdeen Angus Club’s annual Calf S...

Bluetongue Virus Update

09.10.2024

Blue tongue cases have recently been identified in a number of counties in England. In accordance with Defra’s policy of seeking to contain and slow the spread of disease, the restricted zone an...

Aberdeen-Angus Bull at the Carlisle 2018 Show

Stirling October 2024 Class Results

04.10.2024

Entries open for Livescot and Premier Meat Exhibition

19.09.2024

Entries are now open for Livescot and the Scottish National Premier Meat Exhibition. Livescot: Friday 22nd and Saturday 23rd November 2024 – get the date in your diaries! Judging of vario...

Bluetongue Virus - what you need to know

03.09.2024

Further to the Bluetongue (BTV-3) cases in Norfolk and Suffolk here’s what you need to know: What is Bluetongue? Bluetongue is a viral disease of ruminants transmitted by biting midges. There are ...

Neil Stoddart OBE

30.08.2024

The Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society is saddened to learn of the passing of Neil Stoddart OBE, a stalwart of the Scottish and UK processing sector and a respected figure within the Aberdeen-Angus Cattle ...

Cornish breeder honoured to judge Aberdeen-Angus Herd Competition

30.08.2024

THE Northern Ireland Aberdeen Angus Club has announced the winners of its annual Herd Competition, generously sponsored by WK Powell and Sons Agricultur...

Switchover date for new NI Livestock Identification tag codes extended

Switchover date for new NI Livestock Identification tag codes...

28.08.2024

Northern Ireland identification tag codes have changed, from ‘UK’ to ‘XI’, and a further Press Release has issued today confirming the switchover date when use of the new code ...

Crowds flock to Aberdeen-Angus open day at Island Farm herd

Crowds flock to Aberdeen-Angus open day at Island Farm...

27.08.2024

PEDIGREE and commercial herd owners travelled from as far afield as counties Cork and Kerry to attend the Northern Ireland Aberdeen Angus Club’s Open Da...

A quick reminder for those selling at Stirling and Carlisle - October 2024

A quick reminder for those selling at Stirling and...

27.08.2024

Society Sale RequirementsA full note of the Society’s sale requirements is available at the link below. Some of the highlights are as follows:Insp...

Morpheus Rosie bred by Owen Tunney wins the Aberdeen-Angus Summer National at The Border Union Show, Kelso 2024 sponsored by AK Stoddart’s

Morpheus Rosie bred by Owen Tunney wins the Aberdeen-Angus...

26.08.2024

Morpheus Rosie bred by Owen Tunney wins the Aberdeen-Angus Summer National at The Border Union Show, Kelso 2024 sponsored by AK Stoddart’s. The Aberdeen-Angus Summer National 2024 was held in the pict...

Alford's Foxhill Team Excels at Royal Welsh Show

26.08.2024

Alford’s Foxhill Team Excels at Royal Welsh Show The Alford’s Foxhill Team from Cullompton in Devon had an exceptional week at the Royal Welsh Show. Judged by Mr Jim Ford from Kelso who began wi...

The Great Yorkshire Show 2024: Gretnahouse Evas Honey Z499 owned by Mr & Mrs M Alford shines at the GYS.

The Great Yorkshire Show 2024: Gretnahouse Evas Honey Z499...

26.08.2024

The Great Yorkshire Show 2024: Gretnahouse Evas Honey Z499 owned by Mr & Mrs M Alford shines at the GYS. Despite the pouring rain the competition was fierce with participants vying for first place...

The addition of Aberdeen-Angus genetics has created a robust market for beef stores for one Worcestershire dairy farm looking to enhance its farm business

The addition of Aberdeen-Angus genetics has created a robust...

26.08.2024

Quality genetics give dairy business a boost reported by Dairy Farmer September 2024 by Farmers Guardian Ltd. The addition of Aberdeen-Angus genetics has created a robust market for beef stores for on...

Two-in-a-row for Coolermoney at Aberdeen-Angus Summer Show

08.08.2024

The Northern Ireland Aberdeen-Angus Club’s Summer Championship, held at the 104th Clogher Show, proved to be a day to remember for the Coolermoney...

NIAAC Open Day 2024

08.08.2024

Invitation to the Northern Ireland Aberdeen-Angus Club Open Day on Saturday, 17th August from 12 noon onwards. Hosted by Kevin McOscar, owner of the 40-cow Island Farm Herd, the event commences at noo...

New Angus History book supports Youth Development

06.08.2024

A new history book charting the origins of the Aberdeen-Angus breed right through to its position today as the World’s number one beef breed has been written by British author and podcaster, And...

NIAAC 2024 Summer National at Clogher Valley

02.08.2024

Results from the The Northern Ireland Aberdeen Angus 2024 Summer National at Clogher Valley Show, judged by Mr Dallas Allen. Congratulations to all the exhibitors. Thank you to our judge Mr Dallas All...

NIAAC NEW SALE DATE

30.07.2024

The NIAAC are pleased to announce a new sale to be held in October and replace the bull sale usually held in December. This new Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society sale will take place on Friday 4th October...

Aberdeen-Angus Summer National - Live Results

27.07.2024

ClassPlacingLot No.ExhibitorAnimalDate of BirthSireDam 161. Bull born on or between 1st January and 31 December 20221st650MISS MV GUTTERY & MR TOM SLATEROAK MOOR BOSS Y63705/04/2022WEDDE...

Royal Welsh Show Live Results & Livestream

19.07.2024

Royal Welsh Show 2024 Judge: Mr Jim Ford, Kelso ClassPlacingLot no.ExhibitorAnimalDate of BirthSireDam Class 572: BULL born on or before 31 Dec 2022- Class 573: BULL bor...

Great Yorkshire Show 2024 - Class Results

08.07.2024

ClassPlacingLot No.ExhibitorAnimalDate of BirthSireDam Class 1 BULL born before 1 January 2023.1st4Miss MV Guttery & Tom SlaterOAK MOOR BOSS Y63705/04/2022WEDDERLIE OSPREY V011OAK MOOR B...

Optimising cow genetics for sustainable beef production

02.07.2024

Suckler beef farmers aiming for more sustainable systems are being encouraged to review cow genetics to prioritise traits that have the biggest influence on productivity, profitability and environment...

QMS Net Zero Open Day - Rulesmains

02.07.2024

Quality Meat Scotland (QMS) is hosting two open days at award-winning farms for farmers and crofters to learn about practices aimed at improving profitability and efficiency while also reducing carbon...

Royal Highland Show 2024 Results & Gallery

28.06.2024

ClassPlacingLot NumberAnimal NameExhibitorDate of BirthSireDam Female born on or after 1st April 2023 (208)1st2491GRETNAHOUSE EVAS HONEY Z499MR & MRS M ALFORD03/04/2023RODMEAD PR...

Roundworm & Bluetongue Virus (BTV) Surveys

28.06.2024

BRACE Biosecurity and Roundworm Advice for Cattle Enterprises is funded by BBRSC and looks at roundworm control and anthelmintic resistance. Below is the project summary and QR code to access the surv...

Dispersal Sale of 'The Stockbridge Herd' - AAX

24.06.2024

Dispersal Sale of ‘The Stockbridge Herd’ on behalf of Messrs Pitts, Stockbridge Farm, Bootle. Saturday 29th June 2024 at 11am. 81 Aberdeen-Angus cows with calves, 1 stock bull, 15 in-calf ...

Royal Highland Show 2024 Report & Results

20.06.2024

Just short of 60 cattle graced the ring on what was a great day for the Aberdeen-Angus breed at Ingliston. Judge for the day was John Elliot of the Rawburn and Gordon herds in the Scottish Borders. Wi...

Introduction of Aberdeen-Angus genetics drives expansion of Shropshire beef farm

Introduction of Aberdeen-Angus genetics drives expansion of Shropshire beef...

13.06.2024

Since joining his family’s farming partnership, third-generation farmer Chris Davies has significantly expanded the beef operation, with cattle numbers tripling in the past eight years. Chris, a...

Joint 5,000gns tops at CCM Airedale Angus on-farm production sale

Joint 5,000gns tops at CCM Airedale Angus on-farm production...

05.06.2024

New pedigree herds among principal purchasers Joint highs of 5,000gns, plus multiple four-figure selling prices, were recorded at the 7th annual production sale of pedigree Aberdeen-Angus cattle from...

Successful Launch of the 2024 YDP Workshops

30.05.2024

Saturday the 25th of May kicked off the first of YDP Workshops of 2024 at John and Sandra Blackburn’s Farm, home to the Killaney herd in Clogher, Co Tyrone. A huge thank you to our host, the tra...

Team Announcement - World Angus Forum 2025

29.05.2024

On behalf of the Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society, it is with great pleasure that we extend our warmest congratulations to the youth teams on being selecte...

Quality on offer at CCM Airdale Angus Herd on-farm production sale

Quality on offer at CCM Airdale Angus Herd on-farm...

22.05.2024

The countdown is on to the 7th annual production sale of 74 head of pedigree Aberdeen-Angus cattle on behalf of the long-established, award winning Airedale herd run by David and Judith Isherwood, and...

Four-in-a-row for Woodvale Angus herd at Balmoral Show

21.05.2024

THE Armour family continued their winning streak at Balmoral Park, claiming the supreme Aberdeen-Angus championship and the reserve junior interbreed ho...

Carlisle Sale Report - 17th May 2024

19.05.2024

Lot 153 – Carruthers Equador Z229 – 10,000gns Lot 139 – Wendsleydale Black Voltage Y140 – 9,000gns Lot 106 – Tree Bridge Parthenon Y988 – 7,500gns Lot 162 &#...

Carlisle May 2024 Show Results

17.05.2024

ClassPlacingLot numberAnimal nameVendorDate of birthSireDam 71st173CROOK HILL BLACKBIRD Y067DR WILLIAM & MRS MARGARET TAYLOR10/10/2022QHF WEST COAST SGR C403 (AI)(IMP)(18472931(US)43)EXA...

Carlisle May 2024 Weights and Scrotal Measures

16.05.2024

LOT-NUMANIM-NAMEVENDOR-NAMEWeightsScrotal MeasureDLWG 101ST FORT ESCORT Y231A MYLIUS & PARTNERS OF ST FORT113541.51.34 102ABBEY EAGER ERIC Y624MESSRS I & A BURGESS1000411.24 10...

Bill Sclater 1927-2024

14.05.2024

Members will be saddened to learn of the death at the age of 97 of retired Aberdeen-Angus breeder, Bill Sclater, who during his long association with the breed, acted for a time as a fieldsman for the...

Building a Profitable Suckler Herd with Environmental Credentials - Combining Technology & Simplicity in Equal Measure

Building a Profitable Suckler Herd with Environmental Credentials -...

14.05.2024

In Aberdeenshire, Duncan Morrison, a forward thinking 33-year-old beef farmer, is redefining the traditional concepts of cattle farming. Duncan’s journey has evolved from being a fourth-generati...

Prices peak at £8400 at the Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society Spring Sale at Stirling

Prices peak at £8400 at the Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society...

08.05.2024

The Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society held its annual spring breeding sale on Monday 6th May at United Auctions, Stirling, where of the 26 bulls forward, 21 sold with a clearance of 81% and an average of ...

Bluetongue Virus Risk set out for the year ahead

08.05.2024

Bluetongue virus risk set out for the year ahead Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA) confirms a very high probability of a new introduction of bluetongue virus (BTV-3) into Great Britain. Bluetongu...

Scotsman set to judge Balmoral Angus entry

07.05.2024

Scotsman David Johnstone will be center-stage in the Aberdeen Angus showring at the Royal Ulster Agricultural Society’s 155th Balmoral Show. Mr Johnstone, who has been farm manager at the multi-...

Stirling May 2024 Livestream and Class Results

05.05.2024

ClassPlacingLot numberAnimal nameVendorDate of birthSireDam 101st459BLELACK HILL ENOCH Y005MESSRS A N CALCOTT & SON20/04/2022RODMEAD PRIMERO R746(UK324450 500746)WARRENHO ELEGANT H260(U...

Stirling May 2024 - Weights and Scrotal Measures

04.05.2024

LOT-NUMANIM-NAMEVENDOR-NAMEWeightsScrotal MeasureDLWG 101ST FORT ESCORT Y231A MYLIUS & PARTNERS OF ST FORT113541.51.34 102ABBEY EAGER ERIC Y624MESSRS I & A BURGESS1000411.24 10...

Discover the Aberdeen-Angus Advantage at NBA Beef Expo

25.04.2024

Farmers looking to improve resilience and sustainability are being encouraged to visit the Aberdeen-Angus stand at this year’s Beef Expo on 27 April 2024. As the beef sector faces increasing pressure ...

Worcester Sale Report - April 2024

24.04.2024

WORCESTER – SOUTHERN ABERDEEN-ANGUS CATTLE SOCIETY SPRING SHOW & SALE APRIL 2024 The Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society held its annual spring sale at Worcester Market on Saturday 20th April, and...

Aberdeen-Angus champion sets 8,400gns record at Dungannon

18.04.2024

By Julie Hazelton Buyers were out in force at the Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society’s Dungannon show and sale. Bidding was brisk with prices soaring to a top of 8,400gns, setting a new breed record ...

Gift Aid

16.04.2024

If you meet the criteria and have NOT already submitted your form to the Society, then please read on……….. As the Society is recognised by the Inland Revenue as having charitable status we are ...

Pre-Order Form - Herd Book Volume 148

09.04.2024

Vol. 148 of the Aberdeen-Angus Herd Book will shortly be published. The Herd Book is a quality, casebound book containing full details of registrations (Vol. 148 being for calves born 1st January 2023...

Beef Expo Young Farmer Focus - Graeme Rhind

09.04.2024

Meet Graeme Rhind, a young farmer and Aberdeen-Angus breeder making waves in the industry! At just 22, Graeme has already achieved remarkable success, winning the 2023 Aberdeen-Angus Youth Development...

Consultation on Cattle Identification and Traceability in Scotland

04.04.2024

The consultation on cattle identification and traceability in Scotland is now live. This consultation will seek views on various topics surrounding cattle identification and traceability. The consulta...

Online Survey - Growing and Managing Herbal Leys and Legume Fallows

Online Survey - Growing and Managing Herbal Leys and...

02.04.2024

As part of a wider project at the Royal Agricultural University, we are conducting research looking into the aims, establishment, management, termination and the root architecture or herb and legume r...

Bluetongue Virus (BTV-3) Trade Leaflet

26.03.2024

Bluetongue virus serotype 3 (BTV-3) About bluetongue Bluetongue virus (BTV) is a notifiable disease affecting ruminants (such as sheep, cattle, goats, deer) and camelids (such as alpacas, llamas). Mid...

Bookings for the European Angus Forum in Germany close soon!

Bookings for the European Angus Forum in Germany close...

14.03.2024

Bookings for the European Angus Forum in Germany 10th – 17th July 2024 will close on 20th March. For more information please click the following links: European Angus Forum Invitation Flyer Euro...

Northern Ireland Aberdeen Angus Club AGM

06.03.2024

The N.I. Aberdeen Angus Club will be holding their AGM on Tuesday 12th March 2024 at 8:00pm in Dungannon Rugby Club. Mr John Moore, CEO of Sustainable Ruminant Genetics Ltd, will speak on how his comp...

Thainstone Spring Show - Sale Report

01.03.2024

Thainstone Spring Show – Sale Report The Royal Northern Spring show was packed to the brim with a record breaking crowd making the most of the dry...

Ranald James Pottinger

28.02.2024

It is with great sadness that we report the death of Ranald Pottinger of the Isauld Herd. Ranald passed away unexpectedly, at his home in Reay, Caithness on 17th February 2024, aged 42. Beloved husban...

Bluetongue Virus - Latest Update

23.02.2024

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Member Announcement

23.02.2024

Member AnnouncementWe would like to inform you that the Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society has implemented an improvement to our online animal listing databa...

Complete the Beef Farming - State of the Industry Survey

Complete the Beef Farming - State of the Industry...

23.02.2024

Complete the Survey here Complete the Beef Farming – State of the Industr...

Dungannon Sale Report February 2024

20.02.2024

Aberdeen Angus bulls to 3,200gns at Dungannon A small entry of Aberdeen-Angus bulls sold to a top of 3,200gns at the annual spring Native Breeds Show and Sale, conducted by Dungannon Farmers’ Mart. Se...

Access Restored to the Member Online Database

18.02.2024

Member online database access has been restored. Unfortunately, during the update, member access passwords were reset. In order to access your online member account, new passwords have been emailed to...

**Member alert** Access to online database

16.02.2024

Member access to online database The Society has experienced an unfortunate database outage this week. Despite several attempts by the database provider to solve the issues, the outage remains. The da...

Stirling Bull Sales Report - February 2024

06.02.2024

STIRLING BULL SALES – FEBRUARY 2024 The much-anticipated February Bull Sales took place on Monday the 5th of February 2024 at United Auctions, Stirling. Of the 104 bulls forward, 82 found new ...

Stirling February 2024 - Weights and Scrotal Measures

03.02.2024

Lot NumberAnimal NameWeight (kg)Scrotal Measure (cm) 1KINGHOLM BARHAND Y356 2ST FORT ESCORT Y23197040.5 3ST FORT PERFORMER Y23999537.5 4WESTDRUMS PANTHER Y021 5VEXOUR EDDIE Y5149...

Stirling February 2024 Livestream and Class Results

31.01.2024

ClassPlacingLot numberAnimal nameVendorDate of birthSireDam 121st137FOXHILL PRINCESS CARINA Y168MR & MRS M ALFORD 122nd138NEWTON MUCHALLS EYRIE Y111RAY GARDINER ESQ 123rd140RETTIE...

Annual General Meeting - 4 February

16.01.2024

The One Hundred and Forty-Fifth Annual General Meeting of the Society will be held at the Conference Room, Stirling Agricultural Centre, Stirling, FK9 4RN on 4 February 2024 at 2:30pm. Please look o...

A quicker reminder for those selling at Stirling in February 2024

A quicker reminder for those selling at Stirling in...

16.01.2024

Timetable/programme United Auctions have published the timetable for the early spring sales, which can be found on their website and can also be downloaded at the link below. Please be aware of the i...

Aberdeen-Angus Next Generation Council

16.01.2024

The newly named Aberdeen-Angus Next Generation Council (formally the YDP Youth Council) began early last year when following an advert on Facebook a group of new and aged out participants from YDP dec...

Two teams required for the World Angus Forum hosted in Australia 2025

Two teams required for the World Angus Forum hosted...

16.01.2024

Youth participants required for Australian Angus Forum The Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society is inviting Youth Development Programme members to apply to compete as part of two Youth Development Teams for ...

Border Aberdeen-Angus Club Bull Walk 2024

03.01.2024

Border Aberdeen-Angus Club Bull Walk, Sunday 21st January 2024 Timetable: 10:30 THRUNTON – NE66 4RZ 11:35 STOUPHILL – NE66 2LF 12:40 WESTDRUMS – TD11 3JX 13:15 RULESMAINS – TD1...

Regional Youth Development Programme (YDP) Coordinators

03.01.2024

Regional Youth Development Programme (YDP) Coordinators The Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society is looking for three contractors to be Regional Youth Development Programme (YDP) Coordinators covering Englan...

Aberdeen-Angus breeders back Pick-ups for Peace

21.12.2023

Two Aberdeen-Angus breeders have been providing tremendous support to Pick-ups for Peace – a farmer-led initiative providing and supplying second-hand pick-up trucks and supplies to war-torn Eastern U...

Black Beauty Bonanza Bull Calf Champion and Reserve

Black Beauty Bonanza Report 2023

21.12.2023

Black Beauty Bonanza 2023 Black Beauty Bonanza Report More than 100 cattle from across Scotland entered the 2023 Black Beauty Bonanza organised by t...

Aberdeen Angus bulls sell to 2,700gns twice at Dungannon

Aberdeen Angus bulls sell to 2,700gns twice at...

20.12.2023

Prices reached a ceiling of 2,700gns twice at the Aberdeen Angus Cattle Society’s regional show and sale, held at Dungannon Farmers’ Mart. First to sell was the second placed Tynan Chief Platinum Y922...

Information for Stirling Vendors Feb2024

20.12.2023

Information for Stirling Vendors – February 2024 Below is the minimum scrotal circumferences for bulls at inspection to be held on Saturday 3rd February 9:45am. 12 mths – 30c...

Royal Ulster Winter Fair 2023

12.12.2023

One of the leading one-day agricultural events, the Royal Ulster Winter Fair gets under way this Thursday, December 14, at the Eikon Exhibition Centre and Logan Hall, Balmoral Park, Lisburn. The Winte...

Is the relationship between Johne's and bTB fully understood by Welsh cattle farmers and the wider agricultural community?

Is the relationship between Johne's and bTB fully understood...

11.12.2023

bTB and Johne’s disease within Welsh cattle. (office.com) Is the relationship between Johne’s and bTB fully understood by Welsh cattle farmers and the wider agricultural community? ...

Introducing Norman Catto, Stirling February Bull Sales 2024 Judge

30.11.2023

North-east exile, Norman Catto, who has been a leading figure in the breeding and showing of pedigree beef cattle in Argentina for 60 years, has accepted the invitation of the council of the Aberdeen-...

Embrooke herd the standout Aberdeen-Angus performer CCM Skipton Sale

29.11.2023

A pedigree cattle Autumn triple header, native shows and sales for the Beef Shorthorn and Aberdeen-Angus Societies, plus a standalone British Blue sale, attracted an 83-strong bovine bounty at CCM Ski...

Gretnahouse Dispersal Sale Report

29.11.2023

Gretna House Dispersal Sale Report – 18th November 2023 The dispersal sale of the Gretnahouse Herd of pedigree Aberdeen Angus on behalf of Gretnahouse Farms and the late Alasdair Houston, his wife Lu...

The Cornish Winter Fair

29.11.2023

Cattle Results CLASS 5 Sponsored by James Kittow Esq., Butcher & GrazierSteer or Heifer, pure bred or cross bred, other than pure bred South Devon, sired by a bull of British Native Origin.1st Mr ...

Black Beauty Bonanza

23.11.2023

Friday 24th November will see the 24th Black Beauty Bonanza underway at the Thainstone Centre, Inverurie, Aberdeenshire at 10:30am. With 106 entries from 28 breeders the North East of Scotland Aberdee...

Dispersal of the Gretnahouse Herd - 18th November

11.11.2023

Gretnahouse Aberdeen-Angus Herd Dispersal Saturday 18th November will see the renowned Gretnahouse Aberdeen-Angus and Charolais herds dispersed at H&H Carlisle. The Gretnahouse herd is based at Gr...

Northern Ireland Aberdeen Angus Club Calf Show 2023

08.11.2023

Woodvale Miss Annie reigns supreme at Angus calf show By Julie Hazelton AN excellent show with a very strong top end in each class was how Scottish judg...

Blackbird Leads HW Sale

08.11.2023

A 16 month old Blackbird heifer topped the HW production sale from Burnside of Balhadie, Dunblane, when achieving 13,000 gns. The on-farm sale held at Netherton Farm, Blackford, topped by an HW Equato...

Judge Andrew Hodge in action at the 2023 Winter National Calf Show

2023 Winter National Calf Show Report

31.10.2023

The 2023 Winter National Calf Show was held at Agri Expo at Borderway Mart, Carlisle on Friday 27th October 2023. The standard of entry was tremendous, for judge Andrew Hodge, who presided over the 8...

Aberdeen-Angus Winter National - Agri Expo 2023

26.10.2023

Livestream from the 2023 Aberdeen-Angus Winter National Results from the show : ClassClass DescriptionPlacingExhibitor NumberAnimal nameVendorDate of birthSireDam 1AYearling B...

2023 Stirling October Bull Sale Report

24.10.2023

Sale Report The 2023 Stirling October Bull Sale saw a selective trade for the better bulls at the Aberdeen Angus sale held at United Auctions’ Stirling Monday 23rd October. A reduced number were forw...

Stirling October 2023 Sale Results

23.10.2023

Lot NumberVendorPrice (gns) 2NORMAN B BELFIELD ESQ6000 10MESSRS F J FRASER & SON12000 11CAOLAN MCBRIEN ESQ8000 13ANDREW S HODGE ESQ4500 16MESSRS D & K GRAHAM4000 17MES...

Stirling October 2023 Livestream and Class Results

22.10.2023

ClassPlacingLot numberAnimal nameVendorDate of birthSireDam 71st71TONLEY ANNIE X920NEIL A WATTIE ESQ17/12/2021DUNCANZIEMERE JETSTREAM V322(UK586557 300322)TONLEY ANNIE U516(UK520423 ...

Stirling October 2023 - Weights and Scrotal Measures

21.10.2023

Lot NumberWeightScrotal Measure 1103043 296044 395044 486542 5N/F 6Rejected 794045 894042 993041 1093041 1189542 1285036 1395542 14N/F 15N/F 1694...

Cornish Winter Fair 2023 (inc. Wadebridge Prime Stock Show)

17.10.2023

The Cornish Winter Fair celebrates all that’s great about Cornish farming and food and incorporates the Wadebridge Prime Stock Show, which has been running for more than 140 years. The Wadebridg...

154th South Eastern Prime Stock Winter Fayre

12.10.2023

ANNUAL CHRISTMAS SHOW, SALE, PEDIGREE CALF SHOW, PIG SHOW, SAUSAGE & MEAT PIE COMPETITIONS THURSDAY 23rd NOVEMBER 2023Abergavenny Building, South of England Showground, Ardingly, Haywards Heath, W...

Farm Shop & Deli Product Awards 2024 - entries open!

Farm Shop & Deli Product Awards 2024 - entries...

11.10.2023

Now returning for a third year, the Farm Shop & Deli Show have launched the Farm Shop & Deli Product Awards 2024, in partnership with The Grocer. The Farm Shop & Deli Product Awards...

Ian and Andrew Farrant use Aberdeen-Angus advantage for dairy-beef enterprise

Ian and Andrew Farrant use Aberdeen-Angus advantage for dairy-beef...

10.10.2023

The Farrant family operates a 600-cow dairy unit at Manor Farm in Oxfordshire, alongside a dairy beef finishing unit at Underley Farm in Herefordshire. The dairy herd are predominantly a cross between...

Dungannon Venue for Aberdeen-Angus Calf Show on November 4

04.10.2023

Dungannon venue for Aberdeen-Angus Calf Show on November 4 Closing date for entries is 15th October Entry forms and schedules are available for the Northern Ireland Aberdeen Angus Club’s annual...

National TB Conference

22.09.2023

National TB Conference To be held on Wednesday 29th November 2023 at, Sixways Stadium Sixways Stadium Worcester, WR3 8ZE 9am – 4:30pm. The TB Advisory Service is proud to be hosting the second...

Rosemead Heifer Reduction Sale

21.09.2023

Sale of the entire heifer crop from the Rosemead herd From the finals of The Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society International Youth Development Program Finals (Angus Stovold) Sunday 1 October 2023 at 11am ...

Aberdeen Angus Heifer Raffle raises £14,000 for local Charities

06.09.2023

THE Keith Forsythe Memorial Raffle has raised a total of £14,000 which has been divided equally between two local charities – Air Ambulance Northern Ireland, and the Laurel House chemotherapy unit at ...

We're Hiring - Communications & Marketing Manager

06.09.2023

The Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society is seeking a highly skilled and dynamic Communications & Marketing Manager to join our team. The Aberdeen-Angus breed is proven worldwide to produce meat of super...

Registrations and DNA Testing

06.09.2023

Male registrations In order to reduce the cost of DNA testing, the Society will no longer be testing all male animals upon registration. Instead, the Society will be emailing a list to breeders of ani...

Aberdeen-Angus delivers simplicity and ease for County Antrim suckler producer

Aberdeen-Angus delivers simplicity and ease for County Antrim suckler...

29.08.2023

The easy-calving and easy-fleshing nature of Aberdeen-Angus cattle is key to the success of Bill Harpur’s suckler herd near Portrush. The County Antrim farmer runs a herd of 60 suckler cows, comprisin...

Nominations Open for Prestigious David Thomlinson Award

24.08.2023

Harrison & Hetherington are welcoming nominations for the prestigious David Thomlinson Award, with the winner to be announced at the 2023 Borderway Agri Expo. Dedicated to one of the livestock ...

Sligo breeder impressed with Aberdeen Angus herds in NI

22.08.2023

THE Northern Ireland Aberdeen Angus Club has unveiled the winners of its 2023 Herd Competition, generously sponsored by WK Powell and Sons Agricultural Supplies in Armagh. Announcing the winners at th...

JAMES STOBO CBE, DL, FRAgS 1934-2023

21.08.2023

JAMES STOBO CBE, DL, FRAgS 1934-2023 Jimmy Stobo passed away recently at home in his 89th year. His herd of Aberdeen Angus was established in the 1950’s, at Fishwick, Berwickshire, under the prefix T...

Christine McHattie – (Lochussie)

18.08.2023

Christine passed away unexpectedly, at Raigmore Hospital, Inverness on Sunday 13th August 2023, aged 69 years. Beloved wife of the late Ronald, much loved mum of Frazer and Laura, mother in law of Ram...

Veterinary Medicines in Beef Cattle - Scotland Only

16.08.2023

The study aims to use medicine use as a proxy for the diseases that animals have been, or are likely to be, exposed to. The motivation is two-fold: first, to determine what diseases are most prevalent...

UK Sires - ON FARM AND ON STUD SEMEN COLLECTION SERVICE

UK Sires - ON FARM AND ON STUD SEMEN...

14.08.2023

Dear Breeders, ON FARM AND ON STUD SEMEN COLLECTION SERVICE. The team at UK Sires are justly proud of the service that we offer right across the whole of England, Scotland and Wales for semen ...

'What an Angus Can Do At Grass' NI Club Open Day Focus

'What an Angus Can Do At Grass' NI Club...

10.08.2023

‘What Angus Can Do At Grass’ Open Day Focus on August 19 By Julie Hazelton All roads will lead to Fivemiletown in County Tyrone on Saturday 19th August for the Northern Ireland Aberdeen Angus...

Herd Book Volume 147 - Pre-Order Form

09.08.2023

Last chance to order volume 147 of the Herd Book. Must be completed and returned by 31st August 2023. Either post into the office or email back to angela@aberdeen-angus.co.uk Vol. 147 of the Aberdeen-...

Switch to pedigree Aberdeen-Angus brings joy back to Herefordshire farm

Switch to pedigree Aberdeen-Angus brings joy back to Herefordshire...

01.08.2023

The Gilbert family – Harry and his brother George, alongside their father Nick and uncle Phil – are fourth generation tenant farmers at Nantyglasdwr Farms near Hay-on-Wye. They run a mixed livestock a...

Aberdeen-Angus producers celebrated at Royal Highland Show steak contest

01.08.2023

Aberdeen-Angus producers were celebrated at a special steak contest at this year’s Royal Highland Show. The annual Asda steak competition, held in conjunction with meat processor ABP, is designed to c...

Coolermoney cow wins NI Aberdeen Angus Championship

01.08.2023

By Julie Hazelton THE Northern Ireland Aberdeen Angus Club held its annual Summer Championship at the 103rd Clogher Valley Show. This year’s show was judged by Scotsman Ian Watson, owner of the 50-cow...

2023 Aberdeen-Angus Summer National

29.07.2023

The Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society have partnered once more with Robert Smith to livestream the judging from the 2023 Summer National. This year’s judge is Angus Stovold of the Rosemead Aberdeen-Angus ...

AGRIFEST 2023

27.07.2023

SAVE THE DATE – AGRIFEST 2023 Wednesday 8th November At Westpoint Arena, Exeter Including pedigree Aberdeen Angus calf classes, judged by Mrs Millie Birch: Pedigree Aberdeen Angus bull calf, bor...

2023 Royal Welsh Show

21.07.2023

The Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society have partnered once more with Robert Smith to livestream the judging from the 2023 Royal Welsh Show.This years Judge i...

Glenbrae Herd scoops Ulster Championship at Castlewellan

18.07.2023

Glenbrae herd scoops Ulster Championship at Castlewellan By Julie Hazelton Rain didn’t dampen the spirits of Aberdeen Angus breeders competing for the coveted Ulster Championship Trophy at the 54th Ca...

Thainstone Spectacular Show & Sale 2023

10.07.2023

Plans are well underway for Thainstone’s Spectacular Show & Sale of Aberdeen Angus cattle events, to be held at Thainstone on Friday 18th August and Friday 15th September. Friday 18th...

2023 Great Yorkshire Show

08.07.2023

The Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society have partnered once more with Robert Smith to livestream the judging from the 2023 Great Yorkshire Show. This year’s judge is Alan Lawson of the 50 cow Hallington Abe...

Dallas and Ruth Allen of the Stouphill Aberdeen-Angus herd at the Royal Highland Show

2023 Royal Highland Show

20.06.2023

The Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society have partnered once more with Robert Smith to livestream the judging from this year’s Highland Show.This year’s judge ...

Central & West Fife Show 2023 Results

14.06.2023

Central and West Fife Agricultural Show was held on Saturday 3rd June at Easter Bucklyvie Farm, Crossgates. The Aberdeen Angus breed saw a great turn ou...

Forgeland Estates - Farm Manager Required

13.06.2023

Frogeland Estates We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced farm manager who will manage and develop our herd of Pedigree Aberdeen Angus cattle (breeding and showing). We require a cap...

Welsh Multibreed Calf Show

08.06.2023

The Welsh Multibreed Pedigree Beef Calf Show is back for 2023! This will be held on Saturday the 9th of December at Carmarthen Livestock Centre. Please get in touch with secretary Anwen Thomas on 0199...

Pedigrees for Peace Sale

23.05.2023

Pedigrees for Peace Sale, 25-26th May 2023. 12noon – 6pm at Harrison and Hetherington, Borderway Mart, Carlisle. This sale is being held to raise money for the Pickups for Peace charity deliveri...

Carlisle May Report 2023

22.05.2023

The Aberdeen Angus Cattle Society held their annual spring sale at Borderway Mart, Carlisle, part of the native multi breed sale held on 20th May. A much reduced entry forward than catalogued were a ...

Summer National at Turriff Show

18.05.2023

The Summer National is back for 2023, this will be held on Monday 31st of August at Turriff Show in Aberdeenshire. Keep your eyes peeled for the livesto...

Carlisle Live Stream May 2023

17.05.2023

Carlisle Show and Sale – Friday 19th & Saturday 20th May 2023 Show Friday 19th May 3pm – http://livestream.com/RobertSmith/events/10853114 Full results below: ClassPlacingL...

Balmoral Report

17.05.2023

Woodvale hat-trick at 154th Balmoral Show THE Armour family from County Down scooped the Aberdeen Angus championship and the second reserve interbree...

Pre-order form – Herd Book Volume 147

12.05.2023

If you wish to place an order for the Herd Book volume 147, then please complete the form by clicking here and either email it back to: angela@aberdeen-angus.co.uk or post it to the office for the att...

May Sale Report - United Auctions Stirling Bull Sales

02.05.2023

Aberdeen Angus Cattle Society – Stirling May Sale 2023 The Aberdeen Angus Cattle Society held their annual spring breeding sale at United Auctions Stirling on Monday 1st May, where the 20 forward met ...

Neville Forsyth - 7th July 1939 to 23rd February 2023

Neville Forsyth - 7th July 1939 to 23rd February...

02.05.2023

Obituary: Neville Forsythe – 7th July 1939 to 23rd February 2023 Neville Ivan Harkness Forsythe, formerly of Woodview Farm, Moneymore, pass...

Stirling Bull Sales Results for May 2023

30.04.2023

The table below holds the May 2023 Aberdeen-Angus Stirling Bull Sales results Livestream available from 2:30pm ClassPlacingLot No.ExhibitorAnimalDate of BirthSireDam Class 151st583D MURRAY L...

Select cattle which thrive on grass to protect farm margins

Select cattle which thrive on grass to protect farm...

21.04.2023

Farmers are being encouraged to choose breeds which thrive on grass-based systems as a means of protecting their businesses against volatile input costs. The advice from Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society ...

Aberdeen-Angus Showcase at 114th Ballymoney Show

20.04.2023

Aberdeen Angus showcase at 114th Ballymoney Show By Julie Hazelton North Antrim Agricultural Society is set to showcase the Aberdeen Angus breed at its 114th Ballymoney Show taking place on Sat...

Dungannon Sale Report

19.04.2023

Champion leads Dungannon Aberdeen Angus trade at 5,400gnsThere was a strong demand for Aberdeen Angus bulls at the Native Breed’s Show and Sale, held at...

Devon County Show

19.04.2023

Devon County Show 18th – 20th May 2023 Cattle entries are open for the Devon County Show, 18th – 20th May 2023 and we cannot wait to welcome you to Westpoint to catch up with good friends and c...

Worcester Sale Report

19.04.2023

The Aberdeen Angus Cattle Society held their annual spring sale at Worcester market, part of the multi breed sale held on 15th April. The select entry ...

Aberdeen-Angus Show at Worcester Market 15th April 2023

14.04.2023

Catch the Aberdeen-Angus Show at Worcester Market, 9:30am on Saturday the 15th of April 2023. Results will be posted as soon as possible after the sale....

2023 Aberdeen-Angus Youth Development Programme kicks off this month

12.04.2023

The Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society is calling all budding young stockmen and women to sign up for the 2023 Youth Development Programme (YDP) workshops which start at the end of April. Tina Russell, Nat...

Monitoring Veterinary Medicine Usage To Improve Animal Performance And Efficiency

Monitoring Veterinary Medicine Usage To Improve Animal Performance And...

12.04.2023

Aberdeen-Angus Club Challenge

08.04.2023

Courtesy of the Howie Family’s Deeside Activity Park, the Central Scotland Aberdeen-Angus Club have set a club vs. club challenge. The day will i...

Sale report from Melton Mowbray

07.04.2023

At the recent multi breed sale at Melton Mowbray, Aberdeen Angus bulls represented themselves well under the careful eye of judge Will Ives.D & PA E...

Webinar : Where are we with TB in Scotland?

21.03.2023

TB breakdowns bring a lot of stress and anxiety for those dealing with the impacts on their herd, but also for other cattle keepers reminding them that ...

Royal Cornwall Show Entries Open

15.03.2023

The Royal Cornwall Show 2023 – Entries now open to exhibitors!Please find link to schedule and entry forms here.For more information please contac...

University of Surrey - Research Study

14.03.2023

The University of Surrey needs you! Researchers at the school of Veterinary Medicine are looking for sheep and cattle poo samples for a research project on liver fluke. Anyone in the UK who has sheep ...

PENWAC Club AGM

14.03.2023

The PENWAC Club had a well attended AGM at the Garstang Golf Club & Hotel. We were fortunate enough to have the recently appointed Society president Finlay Munro and wife Anne-Marie join us. Finla...

Aberdeen-Angus can offer dual premium to dairy farmers

10.03.2023

Dairy farmers are being encouraged to consider the dual benefits of an Aberdeen-Angus sire when selecting beef bulls for their herds. Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society breed development manager, Natalie C...

Aberdeen Spring Show & Sale 2023

03.03.2023

Aberdeen Angus bulls top 5,000gns at Aberdeen Spring Show & Sale on Wednesday the 1st of March 2023. Results from the show, kindly judged by Gordon ...

Aberdeen Angus heifer raffle raises £46,000 for Marie Curie

22.02.2023

Aberdeen Angus heifer raffle raises £46,000 for Marie Curie By Julie Hazelton THE Rose Moore Memorial raffle which featured a pedigree Aberdeen Angus heifer from the award-winning Millbrae Herd, has r...

55th Annual Beef Improvement Federation Symposium

21.02.2023

The 2023 BIF Research Symposium and Convention features educational programming and networking opportunities with leaders within the industry. The techn...

Aberdeen Angus bulls to 5,400gns and 5,200gns at Dungannon

21.02.2023

Aberdeen Angus bulls to 5,400gns and 5,200gns at Dungannon By Julie Hazelton There was a strong demand for pedigree Aberdeen Angus bulls at the Native B...

Dissertation sponsorship award- application form 2023

20.02.2023

Download Dissertation Sponsorship Award application form here

Canadian Aberdeen-Angus breeder urges farmers to think outside the box

Canadian Aberdeen-Angus breeder urges farmers to think outside the...

20.02.2023

Canadian Aberdeen-Angus breeder Arron Nerbas encouraged UK beef farmers to ‘challenge tradition’ at the recent British Cattle Breeders Conference. Mr Nerbas said many farmers had probably heard of the...

Czech Forum 2023

16.02.2023

Save the date for the Czech Forum 2023! Friday 8th- Friday 15th of September 2023 The World Angus Technical Meeting in Czechia will show you the best of what their country has to offer, focusing on wh...

Patrick Playfair-Hannay 1929-2023

16.02.2023

Patrick Playfair-Hannay of Kingsmuir died 31st January 2023 in his 94th year ,peacefully at home. Born 12th July 1929 in Banstead ,Surrey where his father was a music teacher before moving to Coldstre...

Melton Mowbray Aberdeen-Angus Show & Sale

13.02.2023

Reminder for Melton Mowbray’s Show and Sale on Saturday the 25th of March 2023. Entries close this Friday 17th of February!Link to the entry form ...

Stirling Bull Sales February 2023

08.02.2023

Stirling Bull Sales February 2023 Aberdeen-Angus met a buoyant trade at the February 2023 Stirling Bull Sales held at United Auctions’ Stirling market. Of the 111 forward, 77% found new homes, compar...

Stirling February Aberdeen-Angus Bull Sales

Live results from February 2023 Stirling Bull Sale

05.02.2023

ClassPlacingLot No.ExhibitorAnimalDate of BirthSireDam Class 131st159K & M HOWIECAIRNTON PANTENE X47102/05/2021CAIRNTON BLACK CAPTAIN V443(UK521159 600443)CAIRNTON PANTENE S402(UK521159 ...

The sad passing of Robert (Bob) Stovold of the Rosemead Herd

The sad passing of Robert (Bob) Stovold of the...

03.02.2023

It is with great sadness we report the death of life long Aberdeen Angus breeder Robert (Bob) Stovold of the Rosemead herd. Bob is father to Angus, the current President of the Society. He died after...

Stirling Bull Sales Judging Livestream

03.02.2023

Once again, the Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society is working with Robert Smith Livestream to bring the judging at Stirling Bulls Sales to you at home, in the tractor or in the bull shed! Jump on to the be...

Penwac Club AGM

01.02.2023

The Penwac Club AGM will be held at the Garstang Country Hotel and Golf Club, PR3 1YE, on Sunday 26th February at 11am.Members would like to invite new ...

Farm Strong Scotland Tour 2023

25.01.2023

Book your free tickets now for the 2023 Farmstrong tour with inspiring farmer Marc Gascoigne Link to the registration form can be found here http://bit.ly/3jbo6KJ

An update from the North East Aberdeen-Angus Club

25.01.2023

An update from the North East Aberdeen Angus club Following our AGM this week, we would like to announce our updated office bearers, Chairman – Will Chrystal Vice chair and social – Penny Evans...

Webinar - The value of data and getting started with Breedplan

Webinar - The value of data and getting started...

19.01.2023

WEBINAR – recorded session The most recent Webinar session is available to listen again BREEDPLAN – The value of data and getting started with Breedplan

Border BULL WALK- Sunday 22nd Jan

19.01.2023

Member Notice

17.01.2023

You will shortly receive the Voting Paper for Council 2023 if you haven’t already – it is in the post along with your Annual Report. There is a vote in the constituency of England & Wales North ...

Help with Dissertation Project

13.01.2023

Vicki Elder, the winner of the Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society Dissertation Project is requesting help from Society members. Vicki’s project is looking at the sustainability of beef farming and as...

Society AGM Notice

12.01.2023

The Society’s AGM will be held on Sunday 5th February 2023 in the Lomond Suite, Stirling Agricultural Centre, Stirling at 3.30pm. Please note that the ...

The 75th British Cattle Breeders Club Conference

22.12.2022

Time to Challenge Traditions at the next British Cattle Breeding Conference, January 2023 “Today our very survival depends on our ability to stay awake, to adjust to new ideas, to remain vigilant and ...

Aberdeen Angus bulls to 3,300gns at Dungannon

09.12.2022

Aberdeen Angus bulls to 3,300gns at Dungannon Aberdeen Angus bulls sold to a top price of 3,300gns and 3,200gns at the annual native breeds show and sale, held at Dungannon Farmers’ Mart. Sale ...

Aberdeen-Angus February Bull Sales Weight for Age

08.12.2022

Pedigree Cattle Services have now published the weight for age table for the February 2023 Stirling Bull Sale. Stirling February 2023 weight for age table

UK Sires signs supply contract with the Republican Chamber of Angus, Kazakhstan

UK Sires signs supply contract with the Republican Chamber...

08.12.2022

UK Sires have signed a contract with the Republican Chamber of Angus, Kazakhstan to supply Aberdeen Angus semen as a first step in the genetic improvement programme of the Kazak Aberdeen-Angus herd. S...

Dungannon Bull Sale tomorrow December 6th

05.12.2022

Farm Week quarter page Nov22

Memorial raffle an opportunity to win Aberdeen Angus heifer from Coltrim

Memorial raffle an opportunity to win Aberdeen Angus heifer...

29.11.2022

Memorial raffle an opportunity to win Aberdeen Angus heifer from Coltrim By Julie Hazelton Air Ambulance Northern Ireland and the Laurel House Chemotherapy Unit at Antrim Area Hospital a...

STRONG BRITISH LIVESTOCK PRESENCE AT EUROTIER 2022

24.11.2022

The British Livestock stand at the world’s leading indoor agricultural expo, EuroTier, garnered an extremely encouraging level of interest and positive support from the UK breeding sector at th...

Aberdeen-Angus brand remains prominent on supermarket shelves

23.11.2022

New mystery shopper research has shown that British Aberdeen-Angus beef is the most prominent brand across premium supermarket meat ranges. Analysis carried out by the Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society ha...

Black Beauty Bonanza Elite Female Sale

21.11.2022

Black Beauty Bonanza Elite Female Sale The North East of Scotland Aberdeen-Angus Club are holding an Elite Female Sale as part of their 50th Anniversary celebrations. Friday 25th November 2022 7PM ANM...

LiveScot Premier Meat Exhibition Results

21.11.2022

Results from the recent Scottish National Fatstock Club Premier Meat Exhibition. Live results Judging was held at Lanark Market on Wednesday 9th November with the judge being John Brown of Gaindykehea...

Judges Panel

21.11.2022

The Aberdeen-Angus Panel of Judges First published in 1945. The Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society maintains this list of Council approved judges of Aberdeen-Angus cattle. To request to be added or removed...

Millbrae Black Caoimhe X891, bred by Fr Sean Moore, Derrynoose, County Armagh, is the star prize in a memorial raffle in aid of Marie Curie.

Millbrae Black Caoimhe X891 is star prize in memorial raffle in aid of Marie Curie

Millbrae Black Caoimhe X891 is star prize in...

18.11.2022

A pedigree Aberdeen Angus heifer from an award-winning cow family is the star prize in a memorial raffle in aid of Marie Curie. Bred by Father Sean Moore from County Armagh, the June 2021 born ...

2022 Stars of the Future Results

17.11.2022

Full results from the 2022 Stars of the Future at United Auctions at Stirling. Saturday 12th November say the 12th Stars of the Future at United Auctions at Stirling. Ably judged by Emma Hodge of the ...

Northern Ireland Calf Show Results

15.11.2022

Greenacres heifer is ‘Top Lass’ at Northern Ireland Aberdeen-Angus Calf Show By Julie Hazelton An impressive show with some phenomenal and well turned out animals was how Scottish judge Nicola Howie d...

Skipton Sale report

11.11.2022

Johnson Yearsley herd reduction produces top of 7,800gns for cow and calf outfit at CCM Skipton annual Aberdeen-Angus highlight The Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society’s fifth annual autumn pedigree sale at...

Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society sponsors AgriScot Beef Demonstration

10.11.2022

This year, the Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society along with Quality Meat Scotland is sponsoring the Interactive Beef Demonstration in the main ring at AgriScot. With the effect that agflation has had on i...

Acknowledgement of thanks from the Stanley Family, Coneygarth herd

07.11.2022

Maureen & family would like to say a huge thank you to all our PENWAC friends who phoned, sent cards attended the funeral & offers of help received after the sad loss of Peter and and all are ...

Skipton Pedigree Aberdeen-Angus Female Sale

31.10.2022

Skipton Pedigree Aberdeen-Angus Female Sale Wednesday 9th November 2022 Including lots from Cragg and Buckhurst Production sale from Airedale Reduction sale of Yearsley Viewing is welcomed on Tuesday ...

2022 Winter National Results

29.10.2022

Aberdeen-Angus 2022 Winter National Sponsored by Stoddart’s Full list of results: Overall Champion 970 FOXHILL PRINCESS CAROLINE Y167 MR & MRS M ALFORD Overall...

Pole Star sets new female breed record at Stirling

26.10.2022

A new breed record for a female was set when Gordon Pole Star X695 went under the hammer for 40,000gns at the Stirling Bull Sales this week. This May 2022-born daughter of Netherallan Peter Pershore E...

Northern farmers urged to utilise free specialist farm business advice to prepare for BPS cuts

Northern farmers urged to utilise free specialist farm business...

25.10.2022

independent advice they are offering under the Farm Business Advice Service (FBAS) which will be delivered as part of Defra’s £32m Future Farming Resilience Fund (FFRF) Scale Up Project. Farmers are f...

October has the Kryptonite Factor

24.10.2022

Trade for October bulls at United Auctions’ Stirling Bull Sales was selective but solid. The pre-sale intermediate and overall show champion, Keirsbeath Kryptonite X575 was one of two bulls to reach 1...

HW Angus Matrons sale tops at 6,500gns

22.10.2022

An in-calf heifer topped the HW Angus Matrons sale when she went under the hammer for 6,500gns. The special sale of stock from the Dunblane-based herd was held at Harrison & Hetherington’s Borderw...

North East Scotland Aberdeen-Angus Club 50th Celebrations

20.10.2022

Acknowledgement of thanks from the Stanley Family, Coneygarth herd

20.10.2022

Maureen & family would like to say a huge thank you to all our PENWAC friends who phoned, sent cards attended the funeral & offers of help received after the sad loss of Peter and and all are ...

Aberdeen-Angus genetics on show to the world

14.10.2022

Aberdeen-Angus genetics from the home of the breed will be showcased to farmers across the world at an international trade fair in Germany next month. The Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society’s president, An...

Penguin herd dispersal tops at 6,600gn

14.10.2022

A top price of 6,600gn was achieved at the complete dispersal sale of Shropshire breeder Robert Lane’s Penguin herd. The sale of the Newport-based herd, conducted by Harrison and Hetherington at its B...

Selecting the right beef genetics to help reduce input costs

Selecting the right beef genetics to help reduce input...

14.10.2022

Third-generation livestock farmer Adam Quinney, farms 150 ha of grassland near Stratford-upon-Avon, made up of multiple tenancies. The business currently includes 100 Saler X Aberdeen-Angus suckler co...

Robert signing memorandum of understanding

Agreement paves way for trade with Kazakhstan

13.10.2022

Aberdeen-Angus cattle and genetics from the UK could soon be exported to Kazakhstan after breed representatives from both countries signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU). The agreement between th...

Native breeds offer a sustainable future for beef production

06.10.2022

The value of native beef genetics is rapidly growing, with breeds such as Aberdeen-Angus showing that they can tick the boxes at all tiers within the beef supply chain. Better suited to grass-based, l...

Scottish breeder selects winners of Aberdeen Angus herd competition

04.10.2022

By Julie Hazelton THE Northern Ireland Aberdeen Angus Club has announced the winners of its recent annual herd competition, generously sponsored by WK Powell and Sons based in Keady, County Arm...

2022 Youth Development Programme final report

01.10.2022

Our YDP Finalists have gone from strength-to-strength in 2022, even though they have been unable to compete for 2 years, it appears that they came to Westerton Farm, Cowie, Stirlingshire, this Final w...

The Office will be closed on Monday 3rd October.

30.09.2022

Dungannon venue for Northern Ireland Aberdeen-Angus calf show on 5th November

Dungannon venue for Northern Ireland Aberdeen-Angus calf show on...

22.09.2022

Closing date for entries is Saturday 8th October The Northern Ireland Aberdeen Angus Club has announced that its annual Calf Show will take place at Dungannon Farmers’ Mart on Saturday 5th November 20...

North East Aberdeen-Angus Club Black Beauty Bonanza and 50th Anniversary Celebrations

North East Aberdeen-Angus Club Black Beauty Bonanza and 50th...

21.09.2022

Penguin Aberdeen-Angus Complete Herd Dispersal Catalogue is now Available

15.09.2022

Saturday 24th September 2022,12pm Borderway Mart, Carlisle Sale includes 30 cows and calves 16 cows 20 in-calf heifers 4 stock bulls and several embryo packages. Visitors welcome to Penguin by ap...

The office will be closed on Monday 19th September 2022

The office will be closed on Monday 19th September...

14.09.2022

Entries are Open for the Aberdeen-Angus Winter National held at Borderway Agri Expo

Entries are Open for the Aberdeen-Angus Winter National held...

14.09.2022

?Friday 28th October 2022 ?Borderway Mart, Carlisle ❌Entries close Friday 30th September ❌ Online entire form can be found here ➡️ https://bit.ly/3xmJOzi

£100 on offer for the highest priced dairy-beef Aberdeen-Angus calf in Welsh markets

£100 on offer for the highest priced dairy-beef Aberdeen-Angus...

12.09.2022

With increasing numbers of beef calves coming from the dairy sector, The Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society wants to recognise high-quality Aberdeen-Angus cross calves coming through markets from dairy her...

Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth

10.09.2022

It is with great sadness that we have learnt of the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth. On behalf of The Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society, we send our heartfelt condolences and sincerest prayers to...

Solway Aberdeen-Angus Club Stock Judging

01.09.2022

?Sunday 11th September 2022 ⏰1pm please can you let Thomas Peters 07711995420 know if you will be attending to organise catering.

Stock Judging Day For Central Scotland Angus Club

31.08.2022

Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society sponsors two dissertation projects looking at the beef sector

Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society sponsors two dissertation projects looking at...

15.08.2022

As part of their ongoing commitment to the continued progression of the beef sector, Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society has awarded dissertation sponsorship packages to two final year agricultural student...

Aberdeen-Angus herd books 1919 to 2019 -For Sale

11.08.2022

Vol XLIV (June 1919) to Vol XLVIII (June 1923) Vol 44-48 Vol L (June1925) to Vol LXXXII (June1957) Vol 50-82 Vol 83 (June1958) to Vol 144 (Dec2019) Vol 83-...

Tonley Lady Heather lands supreme Great Yorkshire Show title

01.08.2022

The long journey south was worthwhile for Aberdeenshire breeders Neil and Mark Wattie when they lifted the breed championship title at the Great Yorkshire Show in July. The father-and-son duo, who run...

HW ANGUS - Matron Sale

22.07.2022

Applications open for Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society young stockperson bursary

22.07.2022

Young people aged between 18 and 24 who are pursuing a career in beef production are invited to apply for Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society’s Godfrey Neal Bursary. Launched to support the development of t...

Stouphill Quorum takes the honours at the 2022 Royal Highland Show

Stouphill Quorum takes the honours at the 2022 Royal...

15.07.2022

The Allen family of Stouphill had plenty to celebrate in this, the 200th year of the Royal Highland Show. The family swept the boards with overall and female championship with Stouphill Quorum T208 an...

How can breedplan help you produce beef fit for the future

How can breedplan help you produce beef fit for...

11.07.2022

Farm facts: Newmiln Farm 800 acres 120 pedigree Aberdeen Angus cows and 400 breeding ewes Target KPI’s for the beef system Zero assists at calving 100% 400kg steer carcasses at 2 years old Wintered...

Females dominate the Summer National at Norfolk

01.07.2022

Aberdeen-Angus breeders from across the country flocked to the Royal Norfolk Show in June for the breed’s Summer National Show. The fixture was judged by Brian Clark, from the Ayrshire-based Duncanzie...

Aberdeen-Angus Northern Ireland Summer Championship boasts prize fund in excess of £3,000

Aberdeen-Angus Northern Ireland Summer Championship boasts prize fund in...

27.06.2022

102nd Clogher Show venue on Wednesday 27th July Northern Ireland Aberdeen Angus Club members are gearing up for the finale of the 2022 agricultural show season – the NI Summer Championship which takes...

Top tips on efficiently grazing beef cattle

16.06.2022

With increasing volatility in input costs and the loss of subsidies, beef production margins are constantly getting squeezed, and therefore farmers should be looking to make the most of their grass. ...

Pre-order form – Herd Book Volume 146

10.06.2022

If you wish to place an order for the Herd Book volume 146, then please complete the form by clicking here and either email it back to: angela@aberdeen-angus.co.uk or post it to the office for the att...

Central Scotland Aberdeen-Angus club farm visit Sunday 17th July 2022

Central Scotland Aberdeen-Angus club farm visit Sunday 17th July...

09.06.2022

Office closed for Jubilee Bank Holiday

01.06.2022

Pedigree House is closed Thursday 2nd and Friday 3rd June for the Jubilee Bank Holiday

Superb trade and record breed averages seen at Shadwell Aberdeen-Angus herd dispersal

Superb trade and record breed averages seen at Shadwell...

30.05.2022

Tremendous trade for 153 cattle all sold to a combined total of £653,730, with a top of 28,000gns for a cow and calf outfit and a standalone high of 22,000gns for a maiden heifer, with record breed av...

Producing beef efficiently with the environment in mind

25.05.2022

What does efficient beef production really mean? There are many definitions of efficient production, such as improved profitability or lower emissions or something else altogether. Robert Gilchrist, C...

Carlisle Spring Show & Sale 2022 - Report

24.05.2022

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 o...

Obituary for Willie McLaren

19.05.2022

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 pr...

Willie Mclaren funeral service

17.05.2022

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 invite...

‘Extra flash’ gives heifer the edge in Angus championship at the 153rd Balmoral Show

‘Extra flash’ gives heifer the edge in Angus championship...

13.05.2022

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...

Willie McLaren

09.05.2022

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 fo...

Stirling May Bull Sale 2022 - Report

03.05.2022

The 2022 May bull show and sale kicked off at United Auctions in Stirling with the show on Sunday 1st of May followed by the sale on Monday 2nd May. Trade was select but was similar to the last two ye...

Drumhill leads Aberdeen Angus trade at 5,100gns and 5,000gns

Drumhill leads Aberdeen Angus trade at 5,100gns and...

21.04.2022

Strong demand as breed average rises £400 at Dungannon Commercial suckler producers and dairy farmers were out in force to secure stock bulls at the native breeds show and sale, held at Dungannon Far...

Barbara’s outstanding service recognised by Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society

14.04.2022

The Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society’s Hugh Watson Memorial Award for outstanding service to the Aberdeen-Angus breed has been awarded to Barbara Webster, the recently retired and long serving manager of...

Selecting beef to achieve the best eating quality

08.04.2022

Four top tips to ensure you get the highest eating quality out of the beef you buy. Robert Gilchrist, CEO of the Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society, explains his four top tips to make sure you buy the best...

Entries are open for the Aberdeen-Angus Summer National at the Royal Norfolk Show!

Entries are open for the Aberdeen-Angus Summer National at...

07.04.2022

I am delighted to give you electronically the CATTLE Prize Schedule and Online Entry Form Link for this year’s Aberdeen-Angus Summer National at the Royal Norfolk Show. CLICK HERE FOR PRIZE SCHEDULE O...

The Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society appoints a new CEO

30.03.2022

The Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society has appointed Robert Gilchrist as the new Chief Executive Officer to lead them forward in achieving their vision of producing beef fit for the future. After joining T...

Top Three Factors Influencing Suckler Beef Productivity

15.03.2022

Robert Gilchrist, acting CEO of the Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society, discusses three factors to help farmers take their herd performance to the next level, improving margins in a time of uncertainty. Nu...

The Northern Ireland Aberdeen-Angus Club- AGM Monday 28th March 2022

The Northern Ireland Aberdeen-Angus Club- AGM Monday 28th March...

03.03.2022

The Northern Ireland Aberdeen-Angus Club are holding their AGM on Monday 28 March at 8.00pm in Dungannon Rugby Club. All breeders in N.I. are encouraged to attend and new Club members will be made ver...

South West of England Aberdeen-Angus club AGM

25.02.2022

An Event for Tayside Food Producers - Hosted by NFU Scotland and Tayside Contracts

An Event for Tayside Food Producers - Hosted by...

25.02.2022

We all know that Tayside is recognised – both nationally and internationally – as a place that produces the finest food and drink. What you may not know is that Tayside Contracts is...

Pennine and North West Aberdeen Angus Club - AGM Sunday 27th February 2022

Pennine and North West Aberdeen Angus Club - AGM...

18.02.2022

The PENWAC Club ( Pennine and North West Aberdeen Angus Club) will be holding their AGM on Sunday 27th of February at 11am at The Garstang Country Club and Golf Club. Bowgreave ,Garstang. PR3 1YE. fol...

Aberdeen-Angus tops BCMS registrations

17.02.2022

The Aberdeen-Angus breed has come out top in the BCMS 2021 registration results. With 471,528 registrations across the year, Robert Gilchrist, acting CEO of The Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society says, it ...

Woodvale bull tops Dungannon Aberdeen-Angus trade at 4,200gns

11.02.2022

There was a steady trade for Aberdeen Angus bulls and females at the society’s February show and sale, held at Dungannon Farmers’ Mart. Prices peaked at 4,200gns and 4,000gns, with auctioneer Stephen ...

Blelack bows out in style at the Aberdeen-Angus February Stirling Sale 2022

Blelack bows out in style at the Aberdeen-Angus February...

09.02.2022

The 2022 show and sale season kicked off at United Auctions in Stirling on Sunday the 6th of February with the Aberdeen-Angus show, followed by the sale on Monday the 7th. With a 74% clearance, 95 bul...

What does the next 12-months look like for British beef?

What does the next 12-months look like for British...

04.02.2022

Beef industry outlook for 2022 The demand for Aberdeen-Angus genetics is strong across the industry. Premium beef prices coupled with low production costs is seeing many suckler producers switching to...

United Auctions Stirling February Bull Sales 2022- Sunday 6th & Monday 7th February 2022

United Auctions Stirling February Bull Sales 2022- Sunday 6th...

04.02.2022

CATALOGUE PROGRAMME OF EVENTS BUYER REGISTRATION All buyers must register for the sale for either attending or bidding online. You must only register to attend the sale if you have a genuine in...

Dungannon Aberdeen - Angus Show & Sale

02.02.2022

Tuesday 8th February 2022 Dungannon Farmers mart Show 10:30am Sale 12pm Full Catalogue can be found Here

Leading Aberdeen-Angus breeder recognised with an MBE for her services to the breed

Leading Aberdeen-Angus breeder recognised with an MBE for her...

26.01.2022

Anne Morrison founding member of the Aberdeen-Angus Quality Beef (AAQB) co-operative has been awarded an MBE for her promotion of the breed and services to the agricultural sector over the last 40 yea...

Rachel Biggar Presents £16750 to RSABI

26.01.2022

The Chair of RSABI, the charity which supports people in Scottish agriculture, extended heartfelt thanks to Rachel Biggar during a visit to her family’s farm, near Castle Douglas. Miss Biggar presente...

Aberdeen-Angus Herd Books -For Sale

24.01.2022

For more information please contact Andy Smith on: Telephone – Home no. – 01809 501 260. Mobile no. – 07880 792 805.

Youth Development Programme Ireland Workshop Dates & Booking Form 2022

Youth Development Programme Ireland Workshop Dates & Booking Form...

24.01.2022

Youth Development Programme Ireland Workshop Dates & Booking Form 2022 Ireland Coordinator Niall Lynch – ydpireland@aberdeen-angus.co.uk Saturday 21st May ( Ulster ) Drummeer Aberdeen Ang...

Youth Development Programme Southern England and Wales Workshop Dates & Booking Form 2022

Youth Development Programme Southern England and Wales Workshop...

24.01.2022

Youth Development Programme Southern England and Wales Workshop Dates & Booking Form 2022 Saturday 23rd April Temple Angus, Judith Denning and Family, Temple Farm, Chedzoy, Bridgewa...

Youth Development Programme North of England and Wales Workshop Dates & Booking Form 2022

Youth Development Programme North of England and Wales Workshop...

24.01.2022

Youth Development Programme North of England and Wales Workshop Dates & Booking Form 2022 North of England and Wales Coordinator Jess Musk – ydpenglandwalesnorth@aberdeen-angus.co.uk Saturday 23r...

Youth Development Programme Scotland Workshop Dates & Booking Form 2022

Youth Development Programme Scotland Workshop Dates & Booking Form...

24.01.2022

YDP Scotland Workshop Dates & Booking Form Scotland Coordinator Stephanie Dick – ydpsteph@gmail.com Saturday 28th May Deveron Herd, Hamish Slater, Denhead Farms, Dunlugas, Turriff, Aberdee...

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING – SUNDAY 13th FEBRUARY 2022 at 3.00pm

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING – SUNDAY 13th FEBRUARY 2022 at...

21.01.2022

Dear Member of the Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society, ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING – SUNDAY 13th FEBRUARY 2022 at 3.00pm The Society’s AGM will once again be a virtual, on-line meeting using zoom. If yo...

The Border Aberdeen Angus Club - Bull Walk

21.01.2022

Sunday 23rd January 10:00 am Stouphill NE66 2LF ( Humbleheugh) 11:15 am Borewell TD15 2RJ ( Light refreshments provided) 12:30 pm Rulesmains TD11 3SY 13:15 pm Gordon Td4 6BB 14:15 pm Eastfield TB5 ...

Youth Development Programme Senior Conference Spring 2022- Thursday 17th February – Saturday 19th 2022

Youth Development Programme Senior Conference Spring 2022- Thursday 17th...

17.01.2022

The Aberdeen-Angus YDP Senior Conference is for young people with an interest in beef cattle, from any breed or college, aged 18 – 26 yrs (although this year, we may accept participants up to 29...

Free test to tackle Mycoplasma bovis

13.01.2022

Press release 13 January 2022 Free test to tackle Mycoplasma bovis Mycoplasma bovis is of growing concern to farmers and vets, causing widespread disease in the ...

Aberdeen - Angus Herd Book - For Sale

10.01.2022

The Aberdeen Angus Cattle Society The Aberdeen Angus Herd Book Entries to 1st June Volume No. of Copies if more than 1 1912 XXXVII 1923 XLVIII 1925 L 1926 LI 1927 LII 1928 LIII...

Aberdeen Angus bulls sell to 4,400gns twice at Dungannon

08.12.2021

There was a strong demand for pedigree Aberdeen Angus bulls at the breed society’s December show and sale, hosted by Dungannon Farmers’ Mart. Prices reached a ceiling of 4,400gns twice, with auctionee...

Black Beauty Bonanza

05.12.2021

Aberdeen-Angus breeders turned out in force for the North East Aberdeen-Angus Club’s Black Beauty Bonanza, which for the first time was held at the end of November as part of Aberdeen and Northern Mar...

Aberdeen-Angus genetics leading the way at LiveScot with Beef Rib championship

Aberdeen-Angus genetics leading the way at LiveScot with Beef...

03.12.2021

Aberdeen-Angus breeders took home the prestigious accolade of overall Beef Rib champion at this year’s LiveScot. Held at Lanark Agricultural Centre, Matthew and Heather Currie from the Kingholm Herd a...

Nominations to Council 2022

30.11.2021

The closing date for nominations to Council for 2022 is 4th December. Should you wish to be considered for one of the vacancies on Council, please forward your completed form including proposer and s...

Society news update

25.11.2021

The Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society has announced the resignation of Barrie Turner as Chief Executive. Robert Gilchrist will be acting Chief Executive, working alongside the Presidential team, comprisi...

Angus Fever Sale Press Release

22.11.2021

full sale report for the 2021 Angus Fever Sale which was held at Carlisle on Friday 19th November can be found on the link below. Full Angus Fever Sale Report

HW Angus 10th Anniversary Matron Sale- Report

22.11.2021

On Friday 19th November we saw the first HW Angus Matron Sale at H & H Borderway Mart, Carlisle. These females have been bred to be more moderate, easy fleshing and easy calving animals with high ...

Stars of the Future Calf Show 2021- Report

16.11.2021

Saturday the 13th of November saw the 11th Stars of the Future’s Calf Show held at United Auctions, Stirling. With over 60 entries forward for the Aberdeen-Angus section, it proved to be a popular eve...

Central Scotland Aberdeen- Angus Club - Annual Membership Payments Are Now Due

Central Scotland Aberdeen- Angus Club - Annual Membership Payments...

10.11.2021

MEMBERS ITS THAT TIME OF YEAR AGAIN. CSAACLUB ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP PAYMENTS ARE NOW DUE. WE WELCOME NEW MEMBERS OFF ALL AGES AND FARMING BACKGROUNDS ARE ALWAYS WELCOME. FOR INFORMATION AND PAYMENT DETAIL...

HW ANGUS - 10th Anniversary Matron Sale

08.11.2021

HW ANGUS – 10th Anniversary Matron Sale Friday 19th November 2021 Carlisle H&H 12:45pm William McLaren : 07740786112 Full Catalogue can be found here

Society news update

08.11.2021

It is with great regret that the Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society announces the resignation of David Ismail as President. We wish him well going forward. In light of this, Alan Cheney, the Immediate Past...

Skipton Pedigree Aberdeen-Angus Female Sale

08.11.2021

Skipton Pedigree Aberdeen-Angus Female Sale Wednesday 9th November 2022 Including lots from Cragg and Buckhurst Production sale from Airedale Reduction sale of Yearsley Viewing is welcomed on Tuesday ...

Borderway Agri Expo - Winter National 2021 - Report

01.11.2021

Friday the 29th of October saw the Society head to Borderway Agri Expo at Carlisle for the 2021 Aberdeen-Angus Winter National. With over 100 entries in, it proved to be a popular event. Judging on th...

Stirling October Bull Sale - Report

21.10.2021

Blelack shine through on all fronts Stirling October sale 2021 was what can only be termed as a very special event in the history of the breed where the full and final dispersal sale of Neil and Graem...

Blelack Dispersal Sale - Report

21.10.2021

A huge amount of preparation first started in the depths of the Covid pandemic when the announcement in the Review of 2020 that owing to family health circumstances the Blelack herd was to be disperse...

Tonley Production Sale - Report

21.10.2021

In conjunction with The Blelack, sale Neil and Mark Wattie offered a production sale of females, cow and calf units and heifers for sale. A great deal of preparation had gone into the cattle on the ru...

Dungannon December Pedigree Aberdeen- Angus Show and Sale - 7th December 2021

Dungannon December Pedigree Aberdeen- Angus Show and Sale -...

14.10.2021

Entries for the Aberdeen- Angus Show & Sale on 7th December 2021 in Dungannon close on 17 October 2021. Entry forms can only be obtained by downloading them from the Dungannon Farmers’ Mart ...

Stirling October Bull Sales Pre Sale Checklist

08.10.2021

Weight for Age – Stirling October Sale: With the new Society rules coming in at the start of last year for weight for age at all official Society sales, please see the links below with the weight for ...

Worcester Reduction Sale of Rotherwick Herd + Slawston Grange Herd - Report

Worcester Reduction Sale of Rotherwick Herd + Slawston Grange...

06.10.2021

The joint Production sales from the Rotherwick Herd of Tony Foster and the Slawston Herd from Slawston Grange Estate culminated in a top of 4600GNS for the last lot of the sale Fordel Bishop Monkton h...

Carlisle Autumn Pedigree Sale - Report

06.10.2021

The Autumn sale of Pedigree Beef animals was held this year on Friday the 1st of October 2021 at Harrison and Hetherington, Borderway mart at Carlisle. with a disappointing five bulls forward for the ...

Northern Ireland Aberdeen-Angus Club Raise Funds For Charity

29.09.2021

The Northern Ireland Aberdeen Angus Club has presented a cheque for £500 to club member and Ulster and Ireland rugby ace Rory Best, Loughans Herd, who recently completed a 180 mile walking challenge ...

Angus tops the interbreed poll at Balmoral

29.09.2021

Angus tops the interbreed poll at Balmoral By Julie Hazelton Black coats were fashionable at the 152nd Balmoral Show, with Aberdeen Angus cattle securing a number of prestigious prizes in the interbre...

South East of England Aberdeen Angus Club 2021 herd Competition - Results

South East of England Aberdeen Angus Club 2021 herd...

27.09.2021

South East of England Aberdeen Angus Club 2021 herd Competition Judge William McLaren Name Herd Name Results SMALL ...

Balmoral Show - Report

27.09.2021

Miss Annie claims Balmoral Aberdeen Angus title By Julie Hazelton A fantastic show, with a tremendous championship line-up and great representatives of the breed, was how English judge David Evans des...

Northern Ireland Aberdeen Angus Club - Annual Herds Competition 2021

Northern Ireland Aberdeen Angus Club - Annual Herds Competition...

24.09.2021

Results Sheet Results to be announced in Reverse order Small Herd 1st A & G Parke – Coolermoney Herd 2nd G McPeake – Grove Grazer Herd...

Skipton Pedigree Aberdeen-Angus Female Show & Sale - 10th November 2021

Skipton Pedigree Aberdeen-Angus Female Show & Sale - 10th...

23.09.2021

Entries are open for Skipton Pedigree Aberdeen-Angus Female Show & Sale to be held on 10th November 2021 at Craven Cattle Marts ltd Gargrave Rd, Skipton, North Yorkshire, BD23 1UD Tel: 01756 79237...

Stars of the Future Calf Show

22.09.2021

The Stars of the Future Calf Show is back for 2021 on Saturday 13th November at UA, Stirling. Entries close on the 15th October 2021 Enter online here Contacts: Email:- sotfcs21@gmail.com *Rab Pater...

Westmorland Summer National Report

17.09.2021

Aberdeen-Angus 2021 National Summer Show – Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society With Covid restrictions hopefully in the rear-view mirror, 222nd Westmoreland County Show played host to our Aberdeen-Ang...

Pedigree Female Sale 11th September 2021

10.09.2021

Sale of Pedigree Females Saturday 11th September 2021 at United Auctions. Aberdeen- Angus sale 11am. Catalogue

Blelack and Tonley Herds - Open Day

06.09.2021

DATE FOR DIARY BLELACK AND TONLEY HERDS OPEN DAY SUNDAY 3RD OCTOBER 2021 All welcome to visit and view the dispersal and draft sale cattle destined for Stirling Bull Sales 18th October 2021. Further...

Scottish National Fatstock Club releases full schedule for all events - LiveScot, Premier Meat Exhibition and Native Pony Winter Fair

Scottish National Fatstock Club releases full schedule for all...

06.09.2021

Check out all our classes in place for this year’s events including NEW sections Schedule now released to view our lastest classes with new exciting sections ready to go ahead this year! Entries...

August Report 2021

01.09.2021

Membership Monthly Update August 2021 From the CEO’s Chair! Where did August go? Is the first point that I would like to make, and the answer is that it just did! Harvest by all accounts has certainl...

Central Scotland Aberdeen- Angus Club - Stockjudging Day

19.08.2021

HELD BY R & C RETTIE ON SUNDAY 19TH SEPT 2021 1PM AT CRAIGEND FARM, METHVEN PH1 3QY IF YOU WISH TO ATTEND CONTACT CLUB SECRETARY ELAINE SMITH csaaclub@gmail.com or 07719440542 By 30th August

Warson Matrons Sale - Thursday 26th August 2021

18.08.2021

To provide space for us to bring on our younger cattle and to take full advantage of our genetic improvements programme, Warson will be holding a Matron’s Sale on Thursday 26th August at 2pm, on the f...

Production Sales - 2nd October Worcester Market

18.08.2021

Rotherwick Herd – T A Foster Slawston Herd – Slawston Grange Estate Under Society Rules at Worcester Market on Saturday 2nd October 2021 commencing 11am totalling 70 head, Cows & Calves, served an...

Blelack dispersal this October at Stirling

12.08.2021

Blelack are delighted to announce that former assistant breed secretary Neil Caul will be acting as sale agent for the Blelack dispersal this October at Stirling . Neil is a highly respected cattle ma...

IMPORTANT MEMBER NOTICE – REGISTRATION DISCOUNT

10.08.2021

Following on from the Council meeting held on the 28th of July 2021, Council unanimously decided to withdraw the issue of registration discounts.

July Report - 2021

03.08.2021

CEO Report to Membership July 2021 Staff We continue to work around COVID 19 restrictive practices in Pedigree house; all precautions are in place and staff attendance is still limited with remote wor...

Nightingale Herd Dispersal Sale Report

02.08.2021

Nightingale Herd Dispersal Sale Report, Worcester Market – Convened by Mc Carneys Livestock Auctions Saturday 31st July 2021 A packed auction ring reflecting the reputation of the choice of breeding t...

The Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society responds to National Food Strategy part two

The Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society responds to National Food Strategy...

28.07.2021

Last week (Thursday 15 July 2021), Henry Dimbleby’s keenly anticipated National Food Strategy part two was released. It outlines proposed recommendations to address the major issues facing the English...

Great Yorkshire Show Report -2021

22.07.2021

Great Yorkshire show report After a long break owing to the Pandemic the great Yorkshire show for 2021 opened its doors to a limited public attendance over a four-day period instead of the normal th...

ABRI Launch New Website

22.07.2021

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TREFNANT HALL WINS GRASSLAND MANAGEMENT AWARD FOR 2021

21.07.2021

To Read the full article please click on the link below. Link to Article

N.I. Club Annual Herds Competition

19.07.2021

N.I. Club Annual Herds Competition will take place from w/c 16 August 2021 over a period of 2 to 3 weeks. It will include the usual classes and is open to all Aberdeen Angus breeders in Northern Irela...

BORDERWAY AGRI-EXPO HONOURS INDUSTRY LEGEND

13.07.2021

Leading Livestock Showcase marks legacy of one of the UK’s most noted Auctioneers, David Thomlinson, who spent his lifetime’s career working for Harrison & Hetherington. In recognition of one of ...

Nightingale Aberdeen Angus - Dispersal Sale

08.07.2021

Preliminary Announcement We have been informed by Angela Robertson a complete dispersal of the Nightingale Herd will take place at Worcester Market on Saturday 31st July 2021 at 11am. The famed Nighti...

Devon County Show 2021 - Report

07.07.2021

Banjo plays a Tune a Devon County! One of the very first county shows to be held in 2021 went extremely well at Devon County this weekend. In one of the first events of its type to go ahead in 2021, 2...

Harte Farm - Dispersal Sale

30.06.2021

Harte Farms have decided to disperse their Aberdeen Angus herd due to a change in farming system. The sale includes cows with calves at foot, dry cows, maiden heifers, recipients carrying embryos, fro...

Bi- Weekly Update - Friday 25th June 2021

25.06.2021

CEO Biweekly Report 25/6/2021 We are moving the Biweekly update from a fortnightly publication to a monthly one so the next update will be on the last Friday of the month from now on. But here is a ro...

Alasdair Houston MBE DL FRAgS - Obituary

22.06.2021

It is with great sadness that I bring the news of the passing of Society member Alasdair Houston of the Gretna House Herd. Alasdair passed away aged 59 on the 21st June 2021 after a long battle with c...

Wanted - Pedigree Stockman/ General Farm Worker - West Lothian

Wanted - Pedigree Stockman/ General Farm Worker - West...

17.06.2021

We are looking for an individual who can demonstrate the following qualities: Reliable Punctual Committed – long term position Motivation to improve and progress the herd •Communication skills ...

Royal Highland Showcase Report - 14th June 2021

16.06.2021

Royal Highland Showcase Event 14/6/2021 The Show machine starts to roll again with Aberdeen Angus breeders turning out to show their wares in the shop window which this year was known as the “Highland...

Rachel Biggar running to raise funds for RSABI

16.06.2021

Rachel Biggar is running 100km in a month to raise funds for RSABI, in memory of her late father Donald Biggar OBE. Mr Biggar was a highly respected Dumfries & Galloway farmer renowned for his Cha...

Bi - Weekly Update- Friday 11th June 2021

11.06.2021

CEO BI Weekly update 11/6/2021 Scotland has moved to Covid Tier level one in the main but certainly Perth and Kinross which covers the office. This still defaults to working from home if it is at all...

Pre-order form – Herd Book Volume 145

08.06.2021

If you wish to place an order for the Herd Book volume 145, please click on the link below to download and complete the form, then either email it back to: angela@aberdeen-angus.co.uk or post it to th...

The Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society expands knowledge base

04.06.2021

The Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society is forging ahead in 2021, with Society member numbers rising and the breed racing up the BCMS registrations league table. Barrie Turner, Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society...

Bi- Weekly Update - Friday 28th May 2021

28.05.2021

Bi-weekly update 28th May 2021 CEO report A lowering of the tier system in Scotland is allowing us to make a slightly bolder approach to the return to normal working and attending the office, the de...

Carlisle Spring Show & Sale Report - 22nd May 2021

Carlisle Spring Show & Sale Report - 22nd May...

25.05.2021

Overall Champion and Overall reserve champion with Judge Dallas Allen Auchincrieve Excalibur W553 and Lot 43 Rulesmains Kings Gold W321 which went on to be unsold in the sale and retained by the herd ...

Harrison & Hetherington Spring Show & Sale 2021 - Catalogue

Harrison & Hetherington Spring Show & Sale 2021 -...

18.05.2021

Friday 21st May – Saturday 22nd May Friday 21st May : Show 12:30pm Saturday 22nd May: Sale 10am 86 Bulls 19 Females Catalogue

Summer National Show 2021 - Westmorland County Show

17.05.2021

So The show season ends with a spectacular Summer National show by kind permission of the Westmorland County Show which will be held at the County showground on the 8th and 9th of September. A two day...

Old Herd Books - For Sale

15.05.2021

A few volume’s of our beautiful old herd books have come up for sale they are 88,90,91,92,93,94 and 98 If anyone is interested in them please contacted Mike Tait on tait.inkstack@btinternet.com

Bi-Weekly Update - Friday 14th May 2021

14.05.2021

Here we are again it’s Friday and Bi-weekly time again. Where does the time go – it’s unbelievable how the weeks are flying past all things considered. It’s a really hectic time of t...

Bi-Weekly Update - Friday 30th April 2021

30.04.2021

CEO Bi Weekly Update, 30/4/2021 I hope that everyone is keeping well. Challenges of the dry spring are being reported with a lack of grass at this time of year. Combined with the unseasonable frosts a...

United Auctions May Bull Sale 2021 - Catalogue

22.04.2021

United Auctions May Bull Sale 2021 – Catalogue: Sunday 2nd May – Monday 3rd May 2021 CATALOGUE BUYER REGISTRATION PROGRAMME OF EVENTS All buyers must register for the sale for either atten...

Strong demand as Aberdeen-Angus bulls soar to 5,200gns at Dungannon

Strong demand as Aberdeen-Angus bulls soar to 5,200gns at...

21.04.2021

Strong demand as Aberdeen-Angus bulls soar to 5,200gns at Dungannon: Complete clearance as 12 lots sell to average £3,447 There was a strong demand for pedigree Aberdeen-Angus bulls at the annual Nati...

Bi-Weekly Update - Friday 16th April 2021

16.04.2021

Bi-Weekly Update – Friday 16th April 2021: A Top Price of 4,700gns at the Spring Worcester Sale: A top price of 4,700gns was reached at the Worcester Spring sale of Aberdeen-Angus bulls and fema...

Weight for Age - Stirling & Carlisle Sales

08.04.2021

Weight for Age – Stirling & Carlisle Sales: With the new Society rules coming in at the start of last year for weight for age at all Official Society sales, here is a list showing the weight...

A Top Price of 4,700gns at the Spring Worcester Sale

A Top Price of 4,700gns at the Spring Worcester...

06.04.2021

A Top Price of 4,700gns at the Spring Worcester Sale: A top price of 4,700gns was reached at the Worcester Spring sale of Aberdeen-Angus bulls and females on Saturday 3rd April 2021. A total of 11 bul...

UA, Stirling May Sale 2021 - Programme of Events

06.04.2021

UA, Stirling May Sale 2021 – Programme of Events: PROGRAMME OF EVENTS CATALOGUE

Bi-Weekly Update - Friday 2nd April 2021

02.04.2021

Bi-Weekly Update – Friday 2nd April 2021: Irish Aberdeen-Angus Association – Announcement of the Appointment of a General Manager: It is with great pleasure that the Irish Aberdeen-Angus Associa...

ABERDEEN-ANGUS CATTLE SOCIETY – 2021 BREED AWARDS

30.03.2021

ABERDEEN-ANGUS CATTLE SOCIETY – 2021 BREED AWARDS: Today we sent out an email to all summer show secretary’s (please check junk boxes). See copy of email below… Dear Show Secretary, I hope...

Melton Mowbray - Sale Report

29.03.2021

Melton Mowbray – Sale Report: A small but quality offering of Aberdeen-Angus bulls saw a high of 3600gns at the Melton Mowbray Market, Multibreed sale on 27th March 2021. Four bulls found new ho...

Melton Mowbray Sale - Catalogue

22.03.2021

Melton Mowbray Sale – Catalogue: SATURDAY 27th MARCH 2021 CATALOGUE Contact Melton Mowbray for more information – 01664 562971

Worcester Sale - Catalogue

22.03.2021

Worcester Sale – Catalogue: SATURDAY 3rd APRIL 2021 CATALOGUE Contact Worcester Market for more information – 01905 769770

Melton Mowbray Sale - Saturday 27th March 2021

19.03.2021

Melton Mowbray Sale – Saturday 27th March 2021: Saturday 27th March 2021 Register for attending and online bidding – 01664 562971 Face masks MUST be worn at all times The sa...

Irish Aberdeen-Angus Association - Announcement of the Appointment of a General Manager

Irish Aberdeen-Angus Association - Announcement of the Appointment of...

19.03.2021

Irish Aberdeen-Angus Association – Announcement of the Appointment of a General Manager: It is with great pleasure that the Irish Aberdeen-Angus Association is in a position to announce the appo...

Society Announcement: The Sad Passing of Geoff Lawn

16.03.2021

Society Announcement: The Sad Passing of Geoff Lawn: It is with great sadness that we have to report the passing of Geoff Lawn, Crook Rise Aberdeen-Angus herd. Geoff was a member of the North East of ...

H&H, Carlisle Spring Sale 2021 - Entry Form

15.03.2021

H&H, Carlisle Spring Sale 2021 – Entry Form: Friday 21st & Saturday 22nd May 2021 Entries close – Friday 26th March 2021 ENTRY FORM SCHEDULE HERD HEALTH DECLARATION Please contact...

Bi-Weekly Update - Friday 12th March 2021

12.03.2021

Bi-Weekly Update – Friday 12th March 2021: Society Announcement: The Sad Passing of Jim Jack: It is with much sadness that we have to report the passing of Jim Jack, 6th March 2021, peacefully, ...

We’re Hiring - Breed Development Manager

12.03.2021

We’re Hiring – Breed Development Manager: The Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society is looking for a Breed Development Manager capable of driving the uptake of Aberdeen-Angus cattle and beef. Working as...

Society Announcement: The Sad Passing of Jim Jack

08.03.2021

Society Announcement: The Sad Passing of Jim Jack: It is with much sadness that we have to report the passing of Jim Jack, 6th March 2021, peacefully, at the South West Acute Hospital Enniskillen. Joh...

Registrations Department

05.03.2021

Registrations Department: Our registrations department is unmanned today due to unforeseen circumstances. We hope that normal service will resume on Monday. Sorry for any inconvenience caused.

We’re Hiring - Breed Development Manager

03.03.2021

We’re Hiring – Breed Development Manager: The Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society is looking for a Breed Development Manager capable of driving the uptake of Aberdeen-Angus cattle and beef. Working as...

United Auctions, Stirling May Sale - Entry Form

02.03.2021

United Auctions, Stirling May Sale – Entry Form: SALE: Sunday 2nd – Monday 3rd May 2021 CLOSING DATE: Friday 19th March 2021 Entry Form Herd Health Declaration Please contact Caroline or F...

Genus ABS - Beef Webinar - Wednesday 3rd March 2021

Genus ABS - Beef Webinar - Wednesday 3rd March...

01.03.2021

Genus ABS – Beef Webinar – Wednesday 3rd March 2021: Are you looking to increase your profitability this breeding season? On Wednesday 3rd March at 7.30pm Genus ABS are hosting a webinar o...

Bi-Weekly Update - Friday 26th February 2021

26.02.2021

Bi-Weekly Update – Friday 26th February 2021: Society Announcement: The Sad Passing of Pam Brewis (Eastfield): It is with much sadness that we have to report the passing of Mrs Pam Brewis wife o...

AGM

26.02.2021

AGM: We can now confirm that a date has been set for the Annual General Meeting which is as follows: Wednesday 31st March 2021 at 1.00pm Due to current restrictions, this will be a virtual, on-line m...

Dungannon Spring Sale - Tuesday 20th April 2021

26.02.2021

Dungannon Spring Sale – Tuesday 20th April 2021: Entries close – Friday 5th March 2021 Entry forms must be downloaded from the Dungannon Mart website, entry forms and herd health declarati...

Society Announcement: The Sad Passing of Pam Brewis (Eastfield)

26.02.2021

Society Announcement: The Sad Passing of Pam Brewis (Eastfield): It is with much sadness that we have to report the passing of Mrs Pam Brewis wife of Tom Brewis who established the Eastfield herd at L...

Multibreed Pedigree Sale at Melton Mowbray Market - Saturday 27th March 2021

Multibreed Pedigree Sale at Melton Mowbray Market - Saturday...

24.02.2021

Multibreed Pedigree Sale at Melton Mowbray Market – Saturday 27th March 2021: Multibreed Pedigree Sale of bulls & females Saturday 27th March 2021 Melton Mowbray Market, Scalford Road, Melto...

Farm Manager Required - Buckhurst Farm

22.02.2021

Farm Manager Required – Buckhurst Farm: Buckhurst Farm are looking for a farm manager experienced in… Pedigree cattle (breeding & showing) AI/Embryo work Commercial sheep Day to day ...

Galcantray Jedi Eric V287 Tops Stirling February Sale at 15,000gns

Galcantray Jedi Eric V287 Tops Stirling February Sale at...

21.02.2021

Galcantray Jedi Eric V287 Tops Stirling February Sale at 15,000gns: The February sale of Aberdeen-Angus bulls and females took place on Saturday 20th February 2021, which saw Aberdeen-Angus sell to a ...

UA, Stirling February Bull Sale Prices

21.02.2021

UA, Stirling February Bull Sale Prices: BULLS: LOT 2 – WESTDRUMS PROUD IKON V191 – 3500gns LOT 8 – LOGIE LOYAL V898 – 4500gns LOT 16 – CRAIGOWMILL PRINCE V181 – 200...

UA Stirling February Bull Sales 2021 - Saturday 20th February 2021

UA Stirling February Bull Sales 2021 - Saturday 20th...

19.02.2021

UA Stirling February Bull Sales 2021 – Saturday 20th February 2021: CATALOGUE PROGRAMME OF EVENTS BUYER REGISTRATION All buyers must register for the sale for either attending or bidding online....

YDP Workshop Postponed - England & Wales North (SHADWELL)

18.02.2021

YDP Workshop Postponed – England & Wales North (SHADWELL): The decision has been made to postpone the Shadwell workshop from Saturday 10th April 2021 to Saturday 24th July 2021. Please let J...

Society Announcement: The Sad Passing of Trevor Stebbings

16.02.2021

Society Announcement: The Sad Passing of Trevor Stebbings: It is with great sadness that we have to report the death of Trevor Stebbings on the 1st February 2021, peacefully at his home. Due to the cu...

Multibreed Pedigree Sale at Melton Mowbray Market - Saturday 27th March 2021

Multibreed Pedigree Sale at Melton Mowbray Market - Saturday...

15.02.2021

Multibreed Pedigree Sale at Melton Mowbray Market – Saturday 27th March 2021: Multibreed Pedigree Sale of bulls & females Saturday 27th March 2021 Melton Mowbray Market, Scalford Road, Melto...

Bi-Weekly Update - Friday 12th February 2021

12.02.2021

Bi-Weekly Update – Friday 12th February 2021: IMPORTANT MEMBER NOTICE THE ABERDEEN-ANGUS CATTLE SOCIETY ANNUAL REPORT AND ACCOUNTS 2020 Due to unforeseen circumstances there will be a delay in ...

Aberdeen-Angus REVIEW's - Wanted

12.02.2021

Aberdeen-Angus REVIEW’s – Wanted: A member is looking for copies of the Aberdeen-Angus REVIEW from recent copies to as far back as possible. If anyone has any available please contact Thom...

Lively Trade for Aberdeen-Angus Bulls as Birches Leads Dungannon Entry at 5,100gns

Lively Trade for Aberdeen-Angus Bulls as Birches Leads Dungannon...

10.02.2021

Lively trade for Aberdeen-Angus Bulls as Birches Leads Dungannon Entry at 5,100gns: By Julie Hazelton Aberdeen-Angus bulls attracted a steady trade and reached a ceiling of 5,100gns at the Society’s r...

ANM Thainstone Spring Pedigree Bull Sale

10.02.2021

ANM Thainstone Spring Pedigree Bull Sale: Wednesday 24th February 2021 CATALOGUE There will be a parade of bulls at 12.00 noon in Exchange Hall which will be screened live along with the sale which wi...

Society Announcement: The Sad Passing of Trevor Stebbings

10.02.2021

Society Announcement: The Sad Passing of Trevor Stebbings: It is with great sadness that we have to report the death of Trevor Stebbings on the 1st February 2021, peacefully at his home. Due to the cu...

Aberdeen-Angus Catalogue - UA Stirling February Bull Sales 2021

09.02.2021

Aberdeen-Angus Catalogue – UA Stirling February Bull Sales 2021: CATALOGUE PROGRAMME OF EVENTS BUYER REGISTRATION All buyers must register for the sale for either attending or bidding online. Yo...

UA February Bull Sales 2021 - Programme of Events

03.02.2021

UA February Bull Sales 2021 – Programme of Events: PROGRAMME OF EVENTS CATALOGUE BUYER REGISTRATION & ONLINE BIDDING

Lindertis Aberdeen-Angus Purchase the Majority of the Jerusalem Herd

03.02.2021

Lindertis Aberdeen-Angus Purchase the Majority of the Jerusalem Herd: Lindertis Aberdeen-Angus are very pleased to announce the purchase of the majority of the Jerusalem herd of Aberde...

Society Announcement: The Sad Passing of Donald Biggar OBE

01.02.2021

Society Announcement: The Sad Passing of Donald Biggar OBE: It is with great sadness that I have to report the sudden and unexpected passing of Donald Biggar of the renowned Chapelton herd. Donald was...

Bi-Weekly Update - Friday 29th January 2021

29.01.2021

Bi-Weekly Update – Friday 29th January 2021: IMPORTANT MEMBER NOTICE THE ABERDEEN-ANGUS CATTLE SOCIETY ANNUAL REPORT AND ACCOUNTS 2020 Due to unforeseen circumstances there will be a delay in i...

Multibreed Pedigree Sale at Melton Mowbray Market - Saturday 27th March 2021

Multibreed Pedigree Sale at Melton Mowbray Market - Saturday...

27.01.2021

Multibreed Pedigree Sale at Melton Mowbray Market – Saturday 27th March 2021: Multibreed Pedigree Sale of bulls & females Saturday 27th March 2021 Melton Mowbray Market, Scalford Road, Melto...

Online Database - Issues

26.01.2021

Online Database – Issues: The online database is not working as there is an issue at present and we expect the database to be up and running later on today/tomorrow morning.

Changes to Registration Rules for Female Calves

25.01.2021

Changes to Registration Rules for Female Calves: From January 2021 the rules for registering female calves have been brought in line with the procedure for males. All calves must be intimated within 2...

YDP Marketing and Promotion Competition 2021

25.01.2021

YDP Marketing and Promotion Competition 2021: WHO CAN ENTER? Juniors (8-13yrs) YDP participants WHEN? 1st Feb 2021 -1st April 2021 WHAT? A competition to design a brochure to help promote a herd of ca...

YDP Cattle and Land Management Competition 2021

25.01.2021

YDP Cattle and Land Management Competition 2021: WHO CAN ENTER – Intermediate (14-18 yrs) and Senior YDP (19-24 yrs) participants. (Age as of 1st Jan 2021). WHAT? A competition designed to devel...

Dowbiggin Aberdeen-Angus Sale: It’s time to talk ANGUS!

22.01.2021

Dowbiggin Aberdeen-Angus Sale: It’s time to talk ANGUS! This sale has been in the pipeline for long enough, maybe even too long, but it is safe to say Dowbiggin couldn’t be more excited to announce th...

Southern Spring Show & Sale of Pedigree & Commercial Aberdeen-Angus Cattle

Southern Spring Show & Sale of Pedigree & Commercial...

22.01.2021

Southern Spring Show & Sale of Pedigree & Commercial Aberdeen-Angus Cattle: Worcester Livestock Market, Nunnery Way, Worcester WR4 0SQ Saturday 3rd April 2021 Entries close on Friday 19th Febr...

Bi-Weekly Update - Friday 15th January 2021

15.01.2021

Bi-Weekly Update – Friday 15th January 2021: Happy New Year! Here is the first Bi-Weekly Update of 2021… IMPORTANT MEMBER NOTICE THE ABERDEEN-ANGUS CATTLE SOCIETY ANNUAL REPORT AND ACCOUN...

Identifying Strategies for Profitable and Sustainable Farming - The Royal Vet College

Identifying Strategies for Profitable and Sustainable Farming - The...

14.01.2021

Identifying Strategies for Profitable and Sustainable Farming – The Royal Vet College: The Royal Vet College and University of Hertfordshire need the help of British beef cattle farmers to ident...

REVIEW Appeal on Behalf of Tom Burke, American Angus Hall of Fame

REVIEW Appeal on Behalf of Tom Burke, American Angus...

14.01.2021

REVIEW Appeal on Behalf of Tom Burke, American Angus Hall of Fame: Tom Burke from the American Angus Hall of Fame is missing the following volumes from his REVIEW collection – Old editions: 1, 1...

Herd Books Wanted

11.01.2021

Herd Books Wanted: A member is looking for the following herd books – 99, 100, 101, 103, 105, 107-127 inclusive. If you have any of the above herd books for sale please contact Alison – e...

United Auctions, Stirling February Bull Sales – Postponed

05.01.2021

United Auctions, Stirling February Bull Sales – Postponed: Following Scottish Government guidance, the Stirling February Bull Sales will now take place on Saturday 20th February to Monday 22nd Februar...

Society Announcement: The Sad Passing of Bernard Mairs

05.01.2021

Society Announcement: The Sad Passing of Bernard Mairs: MAIRS, BERNARD – Called home December 28th 2020, peacefully at hospital, late of Hillhead Road, Ballyclare. Long loving husband of Florence, gui...

UK Government Update on Movement Assistance Scheme to Support Agrifood Traders

UK Government Update on Movement Assistance Scheme to Support...

17.12.2020

UK Government Update on Movement Assistance Scheme to Support Agrifood Traders: Please see link below to UK Government Guidance and Support on the Movement Assistance Scheme in respect of moving agrif...

IMPORTANT MEMBER NOTICE - ANNUAL REPORT AND ACCOUNTS 2020

15.12.2020

IMPORTANT MEMBER NOTICE THE ABERDEEN-ANGUS CATTLE SOCIETY ANNUAL REPORT AND ACCOUNTS 2020 Due to unforeseen circumstances there will be a delay in issuing the Annual Report this year due to Covid-19...

Bi-Weekly Update - Friday 11th December 2020

11.12.2020

Bi-Weekly Update – Friday 11th December 2020: Here is the last Bi-Weekly Update of 2020! Where has the year gone? Below is what has been going on over the last 14 days… Society Announcemen...

United Auctions Stirling February Bull Sales 2021 - Programme of Events

United Auctions Stirling February Bull Sales 2021 - Programme...

11.12.2020

United Auctions Stirling February Bull Sales 2021 – Programme of Events: Programme of events Catalogue

Premier Pedigree Spring Sale 27th March 2021 at Melton Mowbray

Premier Pedigree Spring Sale 27th March 2021 at Melton...

08.12.2020

Premier Pedigree Spring Sale 27th March 2021 at Melton Mowbray: The Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society will be supporting the Premier Pedigree Spring Sale at Melton Mowbray on Saturday 27th March 2021. Clo...

Norbreck Genetics Launches Exclusive Hoodie Alongside Doddie Weir Foundation

08.12.2020

Norbreck Genetics Launches Exclusive Hoodie Alongside Doddie Weir Foundation Leading beef and dairy genetics company, Norbreck Genetics, has teamed up with former Rugby Union player and Motor...

Improvements to Animal Welfare in Transport

04.12.2020

Improvements to Animal Welfare in Transport: As you may be aware there is a proposal to ban live exports in England and Wales, this legislation is in the consultation phase at the moment giving anyone...

Royal Ulster Premier Beef & Lamb Championships 2020

02.12.2020

Royal Ulster Premier Beef & Lamb Championships 2020: At the recent Royal Ulster Agriculture Society Beef & Lamb Championships Aberdeen-Angus were on a high with the Native Championship going t...

Dartrey Herd leads Dungannon Aberdeen-Angus trade at 2,600gns

02.12.2020

Dartrey Herd leads Dungannon Aberdeen-Angus trade at 2,600gns: A small entry of Aberdeen-Angus bulls sold to a top of 2,600gns at the native breeds sale with a 57% clearance rate, hosted by Dungannon ...

Society Announcement: The sad passing of Alistair Rettie

02.12.2020

Society Announcement: The sad passing of Alistair Rettie: It is with sadness that we must report the passing of Alistair Rettie on Sunday the 29th of November in Yorkshire, three weeks before his 91st...

Bi-Weekly Update - Friday 27th November 2020

27.11.2020

Bi-Weekly Update – Friday 27th November 2020: 2021 REVIEW: Both deadlines for booking and submitting artwork are now past but there is still some outstanding artwork from members still to be sen...

Exporting or Moving GB Livestock to the EU or Northern Ireland from 1st January 2021

Exporting or Moving GB Livestock to the EU or...

26.11.2020

Exporting or moving GB livestock to the EU or Northern Ireland from 1st January 2021: From 1st January 2021 the UK will trade with the EU as a third country. New rules for entry into the EU of ...

Aberdeen & Northern Marts - Pedigree Bull Sale 2021

17.11.2020

Aberdeen & Northern Marts will be holding their annual sale of pedigree bulls at the Thainstone Centre on Wednesday 24th February 2021. Entries close on Monday 4th January. Please ensure that your...

Bi-Weekly Update - Friday 13th November 2020

13.11.2020

Bi-Weekly Update – Friday 13th November 2020: REVIEW 2021 Artwork DEADLINE: All artwork must be submitted by the 20th November 2020 to Natalie – natalie.cormack@btconnect.com We look forwa...

AgriScot Online Event

12.11.2020

The Society are hosting a booth at this year’s AgriScot online event which will take place on Wednesday 18th November, from 9am- 4pm. Anyone that visits our booth will be entered into a prize draw to...

Airedale Herd Dominates Annual CCM Skipton Aberdeen-Angus Female Sale

12.11.2020

Airedale Herd Dominates Annual CCM Skipton Aberdeen-Angus Female Sale: The Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society’s third annual autumn sale-only of pedigree females at Skipton Auction Mart was held on Wednesd...

Skipton Female Sale, Wednesday 11th November 2020 - Restrictions

03.11.2020

Skipton Female Sale, Wednesday 11th November 2020 – Restrictions: CCM AUCTIONS – COVID-19 REGULATIONS from 8th August 2020. FACE COVERINGS – As from 8th August the wearing of face covering...

Bi-Weekly Update - Friday 30th October 2020

30.10.2020

Bi-Weekly Update – Friday 30th October 2020: Aberdeen-Angus REVIEW 2021 – Booking Now Open! Book your advertising space in the Aberdeen-Angus January 2021 REVIEW Emails have now been sent out to...

Stirling February Bull Sales 2021 - Entry Form

28.10.2020

Stirling February Bull Sales 2021 – Entry Form: (Sale dates to be confirmed after closing date) Enter online by clicking here (CLOSING DATE – FRIDAY 27th NOVEMBER 2020) Can you please con...

Aberdeen-Angus REVIEW 2021 - Book Now!

23.10.2020

Aberdeen-Angus REVIEW 2021 – Book Now! Book your advertising space in the Aberdeen-Angus January 2021 REVIEW. Emails have been sent out today to the membership, trade advertisers and overseas so...

A Top Price of 10,000gns at the October Stirling Aberdeen-Angus Sale

A Top Price of 10,000gns at the October Stirling...

18.10.2020

A Top Price of 10,000gns at the October Stirling Aberdeen-Angus Sale: The autumn sale of Aberdeen-Angus bulls and females took place on Saturday 17th October 2020 saw Aberdeen-Angus sell to a top pric...

UA Stirling October Bull Sale - Prices

17.10.2020

UA Stirling October Bull Sale – Prices: Bulls: Lot 2 – Stouphill Eventer U250, 4200gns to WSL Muir, Upper Onston, Orkney. Lot 6 – Tonley Lord Hoffman U588, 5500gns to Easter Tulloch, Laurencekir...

Bi-Weekly Update - Friday 16th October 2020

16.10.2020

Bi-Weekly Update – Friday 16th October 2020: Aberdeen-Angus REVIEW 2021 – Booking Now Open! Book your advertising space in the Aberdeen-Angus January 2021 REVIEW Emails have now been sent out to...

Society Announcement: The sad passing of Willie Robertson - Nightingale

Society Announcement: The sad passing of Willie Robertson -...

15.10.2020

Society Announcement: The sad passing of Willie Robertson – Nightingale It is with great sadness that we must bring you the news that Willie Robertson of the Nightingale Aberdeen-Angus herd, sad...

Dungannon Sale - Tuesday 1st December 2020

14.10.2020

The Northern Ireland Aberdeen-Angus club will be holding a sale for pedigree Aberdeen-Angus cattle on Tuesday 1st December 2020: Tuesday 1st December 2020 Dungannon Farmers Mart, 90 Granville Road, B...

Birches tops Dungannon Aberdeen-Angus trade at 3,500gns and 3,200gns

14.10.2020

Birches tops Dungannon Aberdeen-Angus trade at 3,500gns and 3,200gns: By Julie Hazelton Pedigree Aberdeen-Angus bulls sold to a top of 3,500gns and 3,200gns at the breed society’s autumn sale, hosted ...

Dungannon Autumn Sale Prices - Tuesday 13th October 2020

13.10.2020

Dungannon Autumn Sale Prices – Tuesday 13th October 2020: LOT 3 -BIRCHES LORD JOCK V732 – 3500gns LOT 11 -DRUMAWHEY RIBERY V603 – 1800gns LOT 15 – BIRCHES LORD JAKE V776 ̵...

UA Stirling Bull Sales - Aberdeen-Angus Catalogues

08.10.2020

UA Stirling Bull Sales – Aberdeen-Angus Catalogues: Saturday 17th October 2020 Aberdeen-Angus Catalogue Eastfield Weeton Buyer Registration Programme of Events

Autumn Photography Competition

07.10.2020

? Autumn Photography Competition? Cattle and camera’s at the ready – our competition is now OPEN! Open to children and adults (no professionals). Age groups: (6 – 12 years old), (13 – 17 ...

Crook Hill Mr Bishampton V026 Tops Carlisle Aberdeen-Angus Sale

05.10.2020

Crook Hill Mr Bishampton V026 Tops Carlisle Aberdeen-Angus Sale: In what is becoming an unprecedented times for shows and sales, a small but quality offering of Aberdeen-Angus bulls saw a high of 3,00...

Bi-Weekly Update - Friday 2nd October 2020

02.10.2020

Bi-Weekly Update – Friday 2nd October 2020: Aberdeen-Angus REVIEW 2021 – Booking Now Open! Book your advertising space in the Aberdeen-Angus January 2021 REVIEW Emails have now been sent out to ...

Skipton Sale of Aberdeen-Angus Females Entry Forms

02.10.2020

Skipton Sale of Aberdeen-Angus Females Entry Forms: Skipton sale of Aberdeen-Angus females including a reduction sale from the Airedale Herd (David Isherwood). Sale date – Wednesday 11th Novembe...

Solway Aberdeen-Angus Club Herd Competition Results

30.09.2020

Solway Aberdeen-Angus Club Herd Competition Results: On Saturday the 26th and Sunday the 27th of September the Solway Aberdeen-Angus Club Herd Competition (socially distanced) took place. First of all...

Obituary: James Smith

30.09.2020

Obituary: James Smith James (Jim) Smith, from a well-known family of Scottish stockmen, has died in Canada. The Scots emigre died suddenly at his home in Claremont, Ontario, Canada, at the end of Augu...

Transport for 9 Heifers Required - UK to France

23.09.2020

Transport for 9 Heifers Required – UK to France: Steve & Tracey Hull are looking to transport 9 heifers from the UK to central France, either added to an existing load or to make up a new lo...

Northern Ireland Aberdeen-Angus Club Herds Competition Results

23.09.2020

Northern Ireland Aberdeen-Angus Club Herds Competition Results: Despite the restrictions imposed by the Covid-19 pandemic, the Northern Ireland Club were able to hold their annual Herds Competition wi...

Bi-Weekly Update - Friday 18th September 2020

18.09.2020

Bi-Weekly Update – Friday 18th September 2020: Aberdeen-Angus REVIEW 2021 – Booking Now Open! Book your advertising space in the Aberdeen-Angus January 2021 REVIEW Emails have been sent out today to t...

Aberdeen-Angus REVIEW 2021 - Booking Now Open!

11.09.2020

Aberdeen-Angus REVIEW 2021 – Booking Now Open! Book your advertising space in the Aberdeen-Angus January 2021 REVIEW. Emails have been sent out today to the membership, trade advertisers and ove...

Black Beauty Bonanza 2020 - CANCELLED

10.09.2020

It is with a heavy heart that the committee alongside the support from ANM Thainstone have decided that the 2020 Black Beauty Bonanza will not go ahead this year. Due to restrictions and the safety su...

Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society Face Masks

09.09.2020

?Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society Face Masks ? Wearing a face mask has become the new normal, so why not promote the breed and the brand and get yourself an Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society face mask? We ha...

Position Available for an Experienced Stockman - Wedderlie Aberdeen-Angus

07.09.2020

Position Available for an Experienced Stockman – Wedderlie Aberdeen-Angus: WEDDERLIE We have a position available for an experienced stockman for our 200 cow commercially run pedigree herd. We w...

Bi-Weekly Update - Friday 4th September 2020

04.09.2020

Bi-Weekly Update – Friday 4th September 2020 News Roundup: VERY IMPORTANT NOTICE TO THE MEMBERSHIP CHANGES TO DNA PROCEDURES: As you will be aware the society has recently implemented some changes to...

Highland Area Aberdeen-Angus Club Virtual Show

04.09.2020

Highland Area Aberdeen-Angus Club Virtual Show: The Highland Area Aberdeen-Angus Club organised a online virtual show for their club members to take part in and win some fantastic prizes, the virtual ...

United Auctions October Stirling Bull Sales Programme of Events

28.08.2020

Click here to view the United Auctions October Stirling Bull Sales Programme of Events.

Northern Ireland Autumn Sale of Pedigree Aberdeen-Angus Cattle

28.08.2020

Northern Ireland Autumn Sale of Pedigree Aberdeen-Angus Cattle: Tuesday 13th October 2020 Dungannon Farmer’s Market, 90 Granville Road, Dungannon BT70 1NJ Entries directly to Dungannon Farmers&#...

Notice of the sad passing of Andrew Shufflebotham (Shuffs)

24.08.2020

Notice of the sad passing of Andrew Shufflebotham (Shuffs) It is with a great deal of sadness that we have to announce the passing of Andrew Shufflebotham (Shuffs) who fought a battle with Cancer for...

Bi-Weekly Update - Friday 21st August 2020

21.08.2020

News Roundup: VERY IMPORTANT NOTICE TO THE MEMBERSHIP CHANGES TO DNA PROCEDURES: As you will be aware the society has recently implemented some changes to our DNA testing procedures. As of 1st June 20...

Bi-Weekly Update - Friday 31st July 2020

31.07.2020

Bi-Weekly Update – Friday 31st July 2020: News Roundup: VERY IMPORTANT NOTICE TO THE MEMBERSHIP CHANGES TO DNA PROCEDURES: As you will be aware the society has recently implemented some changes to our...

Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society Youth Development Program

YDP Participants - Instagram Account Takeover

24.07.2020

To all YDP Participants? We are looking for each of our YDP participants to take over the YDP Instagram page @aberdeenangusydp for a week over the summer and into the autumn months. If you have an int...

UA Stirling October Bull Sales - Entry Form

22.07.2020

UA Stirling October Bull Sales – Entry Form: The entries are now OPEN for United Auctions Stirling Bull Sales: 18th – 20th October 2020. Closing date – 14th August 2020. ENTRY FORM U...

Stockperson Wanted - Aberdeenshire, Scotland

22.07.2020

Stockperson Wanted – Aberdeenshire, Scotland: For a Pedigree Aberdeen-Angus herd. Looking for a young stockman/woman in the Aberdeenshire area (Turriff) to help with washing and walking bulls. ...

Bi-Weekly Update - 17th July 2020

17.07.2020

Here is the last Bi-Weekly Update for July, where does the time go?! We should have been at The great Yorkshire Show this week and The Royal Welsh next week but here’s to 2021 show season! As th...

Godfrey Neal Young Stockman Annual Bursary

17.07.2020

An amazing opportunity if you would like to develop your career as a stockman through the Godfrey Neal Young Stockman Annual Bursary. Please find details of how you can apply below: Previous intent of...

Very Important Notice to The Membership - Changes to DNA Procedures

Very Important Notice to The Membership - Changes to...

15.07.2020

VERY IMPORTANT NOTICE TO THE MEMBERSHIP CHANGES TO DNA PROCEDURES: As you will be aware the society has recently implemented some changes to our DNA testing procedures. As of 1st June 2020, you should...

United Auctions - Sale of Pedigree Females - Entry Form

United Auctions - Sale of Pedigree Females - Entry...

15.07.2020

United Auctions – Sale of Pedigree Females: United Auctions, Stirling Agriculture Centre, Stirling, FK9 4RN 01786 473055 Sale date – 12th September 2020 Entries close – 7th August 20...

The Youth of Today Will be The Leaders of Tomorrow - Bryan O'Halloran

The Youth of Today Will be The Leaders of...

14.07.2020

We caught up with 2019 YDP winner Bryan O’Halloran to hear about his experiences of being part of the YDP programme, his reaction on winning the final and plans for the future… • What is y...

Southern Autumn Sale of Pedigree Aberdeen-Angus - Worcester Livestock Market

Southern Autumn Sale of Pedigree Aberdeen-Angus - Worcester Livestock...

13.07.2020

Southern Autumn Sale of Pedigree Aberdeen-Angus – Worcester Livestock Market: Saturday 26th September 2020 Entries close – FRIDAY 14th AUGUST 2020 WORCESTER LIVESTOCK MARKET WR4 0SQ Due to...

Bi-Weekly Update – Friday 3rd July 2020

03.07.2020

This week and next we would normally be preparing for setting off to the Great Yorkshire Show which we enjoy attending each year, instead this year the show has prepared a Virtual Great Yorkshire Show...

Farm Placement Wanted - Andrew Bissett

03.07.2020

Farm Placement Wanted – Andrew Bissett: “I am a Harper Adams University student currently looking for a year long placement starting from August or September 2020. I would preferably want ...

FG Summer Shows Competition launches

25.06.2020

With this year’s summer show season cancelled due to Covid-19 the Farmers Guardian have launched a brand new photographic competition for you to showcase your stock, and also be in with a chance of wi...

European Regional Focal Point for Animal Genetic Resources (ERFP)

22.06.2020

The European Regional Focal Point for Animal Genetic Resources (ERFP) is the regional platform to support the conservation and sustainable use of animal genetic resources (AnGR) and to facilitate the ...

Bi-Weekly Update - Friday 19th June 2020

19.06.2020

We should have been attending The Royal Highland Show this week but unfortunately with the current circumstances we will not be attending any summer events. Fingers crossed for events later in the yea...

Loughans Aberdeen-Angus Herd Production Sale

19.06.2020

Loughans Herd Production Sale: The Loughans Aberdeen-Angus herd production sale will take place on Thursday 25th June at 7pm at Markethill Livestock Mart with viewing by appointment through Markethill...

TWS Livestock Services

15.06.2020

VERY IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT REF SOCIETY DNA TESTING

11.06.2020

VERY IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT REF SOCIETY DNA TESTING Further to the recent announcements of the change to the destination of DNA samples from the 1st June 2020, whereby the samples taken should be sent...

Pre-order form – Herd Book Volume 144

10.06.2020

Pre-order form – Herd Book Volume 144: If you wish to place an order for the Herd Book Volume 144, please click on the link below to download and complete the form, then either email it back to: angel...

Bi-Weekly Update - Friday 5th June 2020

05.06.2020

With summer fast approaching, we can look forward to what is expected to be a very warm and dry summer in the UK. With the current restrictions still on going the staff from the office are all still c...

Free advertising on Farmers Guardian Buy & Sell

05.06.2020

Farmers Guardian’s newest marketplace FGBuyandSell.com is the perfect place to advertise stock to a dedicated audience. In these times of uncertainty, the Farmers Guardian understand how important it ...

Aberdeen-Angus Champion of The Decade - SHADWELL BLACK BROUGHTON K485

Aberdeen-Angus Champion of The Decade - SHADWELL BLACK BROUGHTON...

05.06.2020

?Back in April The Scottish Farmer published the Aberdeen-Angus Champions of The Decade giving readers the chance to vote for their chosen Champion from the last 10 years. The votes are counted and th...

Retties Lazy River U026 (ET) Tops Stirling May Bull Sale at 9000gns

Retties Lazy River U026 (ET) Tops Stirling May Bull...

02.06.2020

Stirling May Bull Sales Average – 29 Aberdeen-Angus £4842.67 +£36.67 Due to the lockdown and restrictions in place with the Covid-19 pandemic, United Auctions’ Stirling Bull Sales in May were co...

IMPORTANT UPDATE - DNA Testing - Changes to Procedure for Members

IMPORTANT UPDATE - DNA Testing - Changes to Procedure...

29.05.2020

IMPORTANT UPDATE – DNA Testing – Changes to Procedure for Members: TO READ FULL UPDATE PLEASE SEE DOCUMENT BELOW: DNA Testing Changes Announcement As of 1st June 2020, members should no lo...

WANTED STOCKMAN'S POSITION - JOHN HUGHES

28.05.2020

Wanted Stockman’s Position – John Hughes: I have 30 plus years experience as a dedicated, honest and extremely hard working stockman/working herd manager. I have produced multiple five fi...

John Gilmour Master Butcher and Businessman - Obituary

26.05.2020

John Gilmour Master Butcher and Businessman Born Prestonpans 29th March 1952 Died at The Manor House, Belhaven, 21st March 2020 John Gilmour was a charismatic family man who demonstrated astute busin...

Exploring Views and Experiences of Animal Health and Disease

26.05.2020

We have received an email from a first year PhD student at the Royal Veterinary College who is currently conducting a study looking at the views and experiences of vets and farmers regarding animal he...

Bi-Weekly Update - Friday 22nd May 2020

22.05.2020

Here is the last Bi-Weekly update for the month of May, where does the time go? We should be preparing and looking forward to upcoming summer shows but with the current circumstances there will none o...

IMPORTANT UPDATE - DNA Testing - Changes to Procedure for Members

IMPORTANT UPDATE - DNA Testing - Changes to Procedure...

22.05.2020

IMPORTANT UPDATE – DNA Testing – Changes to Procedure for Members: TO READ FULL UPDATE PLEASE SEE DOCUMENT BELOW: DNA Testing Changes Announcement As of 1st June 2020, members should no lo...

SRUC Premium Cattle Health Scheme COVID-19 Statement

18.05.2020

SRUC Premium Cattle Health Scheme have released a statement due to the outbreak of COVID-19. To view the statement please click here (The Premium Cattle Health Scheme section is half way down the page...

Tonley Juno Eric U552 Tops H&H Online Timed Auction at £8000

Tonley Juno Eric U552 Tops H&H Online Timed Auction...

15.05.2020

HARRISON & HETHERINGTON LIMITED, CARLISLE FRIDAY 8TH – TUESDAY 12TH MAY 2020 PEDIGREE SALES – ABERDEEN ANGUS ONLINE SPRING SALE Averages 18 Bulls £3944.38 The Annual Aberdeen Angus Cattle Society ...

H&H Timed Auction Sale Prices

12.05.2020

H&H TIMED AUCTION SALE PRICES There might not have been white coats and halters at this sale but this new method technology has proved a success for H&H due to the current Covid-19 situation. ...

Bi-Weekly Update - 8th May 2020

08.05.2020

That is the UK into its 44th day of lockdown which makes the first day of Lockdown (23rd March) seem a long time ago now… We hope your all well and staying safe and we all hope we can get back to some...

BULL SALE CATALOGUE UPDATE

06.05.2020

BULL SALE CATALOUGES UPDATE: We have updated our online catalogue for Stirling by removing the bulls that have now been sold successfully by United Auctions. To view our online up to date catalogues p...

OBITUARY – SANDY FORDYCE

05.05.2020

Picture: Sandy Senior the right who passed away and his son also Sandy is on the left. OBITUARY – SANDY FORDYCE The Aberdeenshire farmer who bred the animal which became the model for the life-size br...

Announcement On World Angus Forum 2021

29.04.2020

?Announcement on World Angus Forum 2021?: Regrettably, due to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, the World Angus Forum Organising Committee has made the difficult decision to cancel the World Angus ...

Former NFU president takes on chairmanship of Organic Research Centre

Former NFU president takes on chairmanship of Organic Research...

29.04.2020

Former NFU President takes on chairmanship of Organic Research Centre To read the press release please see document below: Organic Research Centre appoints new chairman

⭐️BREEDPLAN SCANNERS⭐️

28.04.2020

⭐️BREEDPLAN SCANNERS⭐️ Breedplan scanners – Jim Barber, Gordon Clark, Linda McKendrick and William Tait are all back this week and Willie Wilson will be back next week. At the moment they will just be...

Bi-Weekly Update: 24th April 2020

24.04.2020

As lockdown continues the great weather has appeared, meaning spring work on the farms are in full flow with calving, lambing, and arable work. It was good to see this week that our Patron of the Soci...

Farmers Guardians Newest Marketplace FGBuyandSell

24.04.2020

Farmers Guardians Newest Marketplace FGBuyandSell: Farmers Guardian’s newest marketplace FGBuyandSell.com is the perfect place to advertise stock to a dedicated audience. In these times of uncertainty...

Champions of The Decade

17.04.2020

Champions of The Decade – The Scottish Farmer This week’s Scottish Farmer brings us their second week of Champions of The Decade featuring our very own the Aberdeen-Angus Champions, the thinking...

The passing of John Gilmour – Belhaven Aberdeen-Angus

15.04.2020

The passing of John Gilmour – Belhaven Aberdeen-Angus No. 5328 It is with great sadness that the Society must report the sad passing of John Gilmour of the Belhaven Herd of Aberdeen Angus No. 5238. J...

Stirling May Bull Sales - Important Information

14.04.2020

United Auctions have announced this afternoon that the May Multibreed Sale will now NOT take place as a live breeding sale but that United Auctions will help buyers and sellers with direct marketing o...

Bi-Weekly Update: 9th April 2020

09.04.2020

Here is our first Bi-Weekly update for April 2020, we have welcomed warmer weather as we entered April lets hope it continues for all the new arrivals at this time of the year. With the on going pande...

COVID-19 UPDATE

09.04.2020

On behalf of all at the Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society our hearts go out to all who are so personally affected by the COVID-19 virus. The last couple of months have been filled with uncertainty, concer...

UK Sire Services - Aberdeen-Angus Semen Exports

07.04.2020

UK Sire Services are very much open for business and at the moment are concentrating on export orders for Australia & New Zealand in particular. If any members have semen from their bulls that qua...

Obituary - Mr.Dietz Kagelmann - German Angus Association

07.04.2020

We are deeply saddened to inform you today that the long-standing Chairman for the German Angus Association Mr. Dietz Kagelmann succumbed to his severe cancer and died on 30th March 2020. Our thoughts...

Spring Newsletter 2020

03.04.2020

We’re pleased to announce that the Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society Spring Newsletter for 2020 is now available to read online and download. Click on the icon below to read:

Carlisle May Bull Sales

01.04.2020

H&H are planning an online timed auction for the forthcoming May Sale and have published a preliminary guide for buyers and sellers as to how this might work. Click on the link below to find out m...

Dungannon Show & Sale - Tuesday 21st April 2020 - CANCELLED

Dungannon Show & Sale - Tuesday 21st April 2020...

31.03.2020

Due to the outbreak of COVID-19 the pedigree sale at Dungannon has been cancelled in line with Government guidelines. For more information please contact Dungannon Mart – (028) 87 722727

Aberdeen-Angus Society Updates From The Staff - COVID-19

27.03.2020

Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society Updates From The Staff – COVID-19 27th March 2020 We usually bring you a Bi-Weekly update every second Friday of each month but this week we have decided to change it and...

COVID-19 Outbreak Update - 24th March 2020

24.03.2020

COVID-19 Outbreak Update 24th March 2020 Following the latest statement of the Government guidelines issued at 8.30pm on the 23rd March 2020 for all but essential services to stay at home we have been...

Cancelled/Postponed Events - COVID-19

24.03.2020

Following the recent outbreak of COVID-19, we endeavour to keep our members up to date. We will keep this page up to date with the cancellations and events which are postponed. If you hear of any even...

Breedplan Accredited Scanners - NOT OPERATING DUE TO COVID-19

24.03.2020

Due to the Coronavirus restrictions in place the scanners are not operating until further notice. To have at least growth EBVs in place, can breeders please weigh their cattle before turn out. As scan...

Announcement from Worcester Mart - Spring Sale for Aberdeen-Angus scheduled for 4th April 2020 - CANCELLED

Announcement from Worcester Mart - Spring Sale for Aberdeen-Angus...

24.03.2020

Announcement from Worcester Mart for the Spring Sale for Aberdeen-Angus scheduled for 4th April 2020 This announcement supersedes yesterday position on holding the sale at Worcester with adjusted cond...

Statement from McCartney's at Worcester - Regarding Sale on 4th April 2020

Statement from McCartney's at Worcester - Regarding Sale on...

23.03.2020

Statement from McCartney’s at Worcester Livestock Market: Taking the advice and government guidance along with the Livestock Auctioneers Association the following changes will apply to the sale ...

Help Is At Hand - Call On A Aberdeen-Angus Angel

Help Is At Hand - Call On A Aberdeen-Angus...

23.03.2020

In the light of the recent outbreak of COVID-19 and its anticipated spread we believe the colleges are closed for an elongated break and rather than waste the talent that may well be out there we as a...

COVID-19 UPDATE - OFFICE CLOSURE

23.03.2020

20th March 2020 Dear Member As the COVID-19 outbreak continues to gain pace we have had to take into account the Government guidelines on ways of working to join in on the effort to minimise the sprea...

Walkers Shortbread Show Herd Of The Year 2020 Competition

20.03.2020

Due to the outbreak of COVID-19 unfortunately we have had to cancel the Walkers Shortbread Show Herd Of The Year 2020 Competition as some of the qualifying shows for this year have been cancelled. We ...

Aberdeen-Angus Summer National @ The Royal Norfolk Show 2020 - CANCELLED

Aberdeen-Angus Summer National @ The Royal Norfolk Show 2020...

20.03.2020

COVID-19 UPDATE - OFFICE CLOSURE

20.03.2020

20th March 2020 Dear Member As the COVID-19 outbreak continues to gain pace we have had to take into account the Government guidelines on ways of working to join in on the effort to minimise the sprea...

Aberdeen-Angus Bulls Sell to €3100 At Kilkenny Despite Coronavirus Fears

Aberdeen-Angus Bulls Sell to €3100 At Kilkenny Despite Coronavirus...

19.03.2020

The first of three scheduled sales to be held at Kilkenny went ahead as planned yesterday, although the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic impacted the day’s business from the outset. Mart management ope...

Postponement Notice - Open Day at J.C Lister Farms

19.03.2020

Postponement Notice Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society – J.C Lister Farms Open Day – Little Givendale Farm, Ripon North Yorkshire 10th June 2020 In conjunction with JC Lister Farms who we are grateful to f...

May Bull Sales at Stirling Agriculture Centre

19.03.2020

There have been some assumptions regarding the May Bull Sales at Stirling Agricultural Centres, that the sale will not be taking place. United Auctions. are working very closely with the Institute of ...

Cancelled/Postponed Events - COVID-19

18.03.2020

Following the recent outbreak of COVID-19, we endeavour to keep our members up to date. We will keep this page up to date with the cancellations and events which are postponed. If you hear of any even...

COVID 19 - Herdbook

17.03.2020

The Society has great sympathy with everyone as they struggle through the measures taken to date with the control of the inevitable spread of COVID 19 virus. We have spent the last couple of days brin...

North East Scotland Club - AGM CANCELLED

17.03.2020

North East Scotland Club – AGM CANCELLED Apologies to those who have made arrangements already for the AGM, but with the COVID-19 (coronavirus) the North East Scotland have decided to cancel th...

YDP WORKSHOPS - IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT

17.03.2020

YDP WORKSHOPS – IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT CORONAVIRUS Given the latest government measures, the Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society have decided that the YDP Workshops should be postponed until the risk ...

New CHeCS approved Cattle Health Scheme Provider

16.03.2020

We would like to make you all aware that the Axiom Veterinary Laboratories has recently launched a CHeCS approved Cattle Health Scheme. Axiom Veterinary Laboratories is the largest provider of veterin...

SWAAC AGM CANCELLED

16.03.2020

SWAAC AGM CANCELLED Apologies to those who have made arrangements already for the AGM, but with the COVID-19 (coronavirus) we have had to cancel until further notice. We will hope to find another dat...

Bi-Weekly Update - 13th March 2020

13.03.2020

Here is the first bi-weekly update of March, spring is on its way! We look forward to welcoming a warmer Spring and to get rid of this wet miserable weather as we now move into March. We have been bus...

Newark Sale - 21st March 2020 - CANCELLED

10.03.2020

Newark Sale – 21st March 2020 Unfortunately due to circumstances out of our control, this sale has been cancelled. This is due to an ongoing issue between the mart and the local Council. For mor...

The 2020 Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society Open Day is on the horizon! Register now

The 2020 Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society Open Day is on...

10.03.2020

We’re delighted to announce that our 2020 Open Day will be held at JC Lister Farms at Little Givendale, Ripon on Wednesday 10th June from 10am until 4pm. The day at JC Lister Farms will be an excellen...

March Sale Hits €3250 At Carrick-On-Shannon

09.03.2020

The second of five Spring sales at Carrick-On-Shannon, Co Leitrim recorded a 75% clearance rate over the weekend with just a handful of bulls remaining unsold at the close of business. The very satisf...

North East Scotland Aberdeen-Angus Club AGM

09.03.2020

The North East Scotland Aberdeen-Angus Club will be holding their AGM on Wednesday 18th March at The Collection Centre, Alford Transport Museum, Montgarrie Road, Alford, AB33 8AE preceded by an open m...

Walkers Shortbread Show Herd Of The Year 2020 Competition

05.03.2020

We are pleased to announce that the following shows will be qualifying shows for the WALKERS SHORTBREAD SHOW HERD OF THE YEAR 2020 competition: FIFE SHOW (Saturday 23rd May) ROYAL BATH & WEST SHO...

The Northern Farmer Awards 2020

02.03.2020

David & Penny Evans of Tree Bridge Aberdeen-Angus had a fantastic night at the Northern Farmer Awards, where David & Penny won Beef Farmer Of The Year! Well Done David & Penny!

Bi-Weekly Update: 28th February 2020

28.02.2020

And just like that February is over! It has been a very busy month here at the Society with show and sale season kicking off, we look forward to welcoming a warmer spring and get rid of this wet miser...

A wonderful weekend at our 2020 YDP Senior Conference

27.02.2020

Every year, the senior participants from our Youth Development Programme get together for our Senior Conference which features an array of informative guest speakers and sessions from in and around th...

Top call of 4,200gns at the 2020 Thainstone Spring Show and Sale

Top call of 4,200gns at the 2020 Thainstone Spring...

27.02.2020

The annual Spring Show and Sale at Thainstone Agricultural Centre took place yesterday (26th February), with 10 out of 16 Aberdeen-Angus bulls selling to an average of £3,108 on what was a reasonable ...

Royal Northern Spring Show 2020 Results

26.02.2020

Champion – LOGIE BONANZA U794 – AJR FARMS Reserve Champion – FOGGIE ESPEN U232 – KARL SCOTT Class 8 – Aberdeen-Angus born on or after 5th February 2018 and before 17th...

Stirling May Bull Sales Online Entry Form

25.02.2020

The Stirling May Bull Sales online entry form is now OPEN! Sunday 3rd & Monday 4th May 2020 (closing date 20th March) Please click here to access the online entry form.

Inaugural All-Star Pedigree Breeder Awards

24.02.2020

INAUGURAL ALL-STAR PEDIGREE BREEDER AWARDS John McEnroe and family of the Liss Aberdeen-Angus herd, Oldcastle, Co Meath secured the Aberdeen-Angus prize at the recent All-Star Pedigree Breeder Awards ...

PENWAC AGM

18.02.2020

PENWAC AGM 1st March 2020 @ 11am. To be held at the Best Western Garstang Country Hotel and Golf Club, Garstang, PR3 1YE. AGM at 11am followed by 3 course meal at 1pm £16.50pp. Followed by speaker CE...

New Irish Aberdeen-Angus Association President Takes Office

17.02.2020

John McEnroe of the Liss Aberdeen-Angus herd in Oldcastle, Co Meath officially took up the position of President of the Irish Aberdeen-Angus Association at the Irish Aberdeen-Angus Association’s annua...

Bi-Weekly Update: 14th February 2020

14.02.2020

Happy Valentine’s Day to all those lovers out there! LET THE BULL SEE THE COW! With storm Dennis on his way storm Ciara certainly hasn’t blown away our high spirits with our top price of 25,000gns a...

Male champion leads Dungannon Aberdeen Angus entry at 5,200gns

Male champion leads Dungannon Aberdeen Angus entry at...

12.02.2020

There was a buoyant trade for quality Aberdeen Angus bulls at the society’s Dungannon show and sale. Prices soared to a top of 5,200gns, and following an 80% clearance auctioneer Trevor Wylie reported...

SPRING STOCK CLEARANCE

12.02.2020

*SPRING STOCK CLEARANCE* – Silk Stripe Tie & Silk Gold World Angus Forum Tie = £7 EACH OR 2 FOR £10 To place an order please contact Yvonne – yvonne@aberdeen-angus.co.uk

Dungannon Show & Sale Results

11.02.2020

Show and Sale of Pedigree Bulls & Females Judge: Barry Smith, Co.Cavan Show Results: Class 1 – Bulls born 01/02/2018 – 03/05/2018 1st – Sess Eagle U923 – Miss M Buchanan 2...

First Irish Aberdeen-Angus Sale of 2020 Tops at €4000

10.02.2020

FIRST IRISH ABERDEEN-ANGUS SALE OF 2020 TOPS AT €4000 The first of the Spring bull sales for 2020 in the Republic of Ireland took place at Carrick-On-Shannon, Co. Leitrim over the weekend. The sale at...

Danish Aberdeen Angus Association - 50th Anniversary

06.02.2020

The Danish Angus Aberdeen Association Invites you to a seminar, the general assembly, the 50th anniversary and herd visits. Friday, March 20, 2020, at 10.00 a.m. to 5.00 p.m. at Axelborg. Celebration ...

Top call of 25,000gns at Aberdeen-Angus February Stirling Sale

04.02.2020

2020’s show and sale season kicked off at United Auctions in Stirling on Sunday 2nd and Monday 3rd February in what was a strong event for the breed to get the new decade underway. Monday’s sale saw 8...

February 2020 Stirling Bull Sales: Show Results

02.02.2020

Today’s judging at United Auctions in Stirling was undertaken by Jim Ford – below is a full summary of class results. Overall Championship Overall Champion – McCornick Pathfinder U46...

Bi-Weekly Update - 31st January 2020

31.01.2020

Bi-Weekly Update – Friday 31st January 2020 And just like that its February tomorrow, we can get rid of those January blues! We have all been very busy here at the Society for the Stirling Bull Sales ...

Review deliveries: Republic of Ireland

30.01.2020

We would like to notify any members in the Republic of Ireland who are still waiting to receive their copy of the Review that this is due to copies being held at customs during the delivery process, s...

RHET Gala Silent Auction - Chance to Purchase Some of The Bygone Genetics of The Aberdeen-Angus Breed

RHET Gala Silent Auction - Chance to Purchase Some...

28.01.2020

RHET GALA SILENT AUCTION This is a chance to purchase some of the bygone genetics of the Aberdeen Angus Breed. Newhouse Edwin Elector #184282 was bred by R M Adam & Son in 1964 (Sire: Newhouse Edw...

Your chance to be part of the UK and Ireland Youth Team at the 2021 World Angus Forum

Your chance to be part of the UK and...

27.01.2020

Would you like to be part of the UK and Ireland Teams competing at The World Angus Forum Youth Competition in Australia in 2021? Candidate essentials: You will need to have attended a YDP Workshop i...

United Auctions February Bull Sales Aberdeen-Angus Catalogue

23.01.2020

Here is the link to the United Auctions February Bull Sales Aberdeen-Angus Catalogue: Click Here

Tomriland Aberdeen-Angus Herd Wins National Eurostar Competition

23.01.2020

Louis Byrne, Annamoe, Bray, Co. Wicklow has been named as the winner of the FBD Eurostar €200 Pedigree Herd Competition for 2019 with his Tomriland Aberdeen-Angus Herd. The annual awards were presente...

Connaught/Leinster Aberdeen-Angus Club Awards

22.01.2020

The Connaught/Leinster Aberdeen-Angus Club held its annual dinner dance at the Athlone Springs Hotel, Athlone, Co. Westmeath last weekend. The event proved to be a very enjoyable occasion for all in a...

February Bull Sales Drinks Reception and Prizegiving

21.01.2020

The Society’s Drinks Reception and Prize Giving will again take place at Stirling Agricultural Centre on Sunday 2nd February from 6.00-7.30pm. Tickets are strictly limited and due to the success of la...

New Chairperson for Munster Aberdeen-Angus Club

21.01.2020

The AGM of the Munster Aberdeen-Angus Club took place last week with a very large crowd flocking to the Firgrove Hotel, Mitchelstown, Co Cork for its annual meeting. Three changes to the top table of ...

Review omission: Northern Ireland Ringside Results

20.01.2020

It has come to our attention that the Ringside results from Northern Ireland have been unintentionally omitted from the latest edition of the Aberdeen-Angus Review. We apologise for this mistake ̵...

Bi-Weekly Update: 17th January 2020

17.01.2020

Bi-Weekly Update: 17th January 2020 And here it is the first Bi-Weekly update of 2020! Welcome to the new decade! We hope you all had a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. We are all back at our des...

Stirling Bull Sale February 2020 - VENDORS INFORMATION

15.01.2020

Stirling Bull Sale February 2020 This year we have 170 entered. We ask you to revisit the sale rules and regulations: http://aberdeen-angus.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/AACS-SalesChecklist-2019-20...

YDP Senior Conference: Friday 21st – Sunday 23rd February 2020

YDP Senior Conference: Friday 21st – Sunday 23rd February...

14.01.2020

The YDP Senior Conference is designed for young beef farmers and young people from any breed or college, who are aged 18-26 yrs. It is designed to enhance and develop the knowledge and experiences of...

British-origin Donaumoos Jeff Eric P869 is Europrean Angus Champion

14.01.2020

There was success recently for Bernhard Delle and his Donaumoos Herd of Aberdeen-Angus, as his bull Donaumoos Jeff Eric P869 was crowned European Aberdeen-Angus Champion – a truly great achievement fo...

North East of Scotland Club Dinner

13.01.2020

The North East of Scotland are holding their annual Club Dinner and Trophy Presentation on Saturday 8th February at Morris’ Hotel, Oldmeldrum, AB51 0DS. They will take the opportunity to present...

Queens New Year's Honours List - Geordie Soutar MBE

08.01.2020

2019 has ended in smashing style for our member Geordie Soutar with recognition for his and the family’s effort’s in keeping and maintaining a global genetic pool of Native Angus Cattle for which he h...

February Bull Sales Drinks Reception and Prize Giving

06.01.2020

The Society’s Drinks Reception and Prize Giving will again take place at Stirling Agricultural Centre on Sunday 2nd February from 6.00-7.30pm. Tickets are strictly limited and due to the success of la...

Stirling February Bull Sales 2020 Programme of Events

06.01.2020

Stirling February Bull Sales 2020 Programme of Events: Saturday 1st of February – Monday 3rd of February AGM – Sunday 2nd February @ 03:45pm

The Borders Club Bull Walk 2020

06.01.2020

With the festive break over and were into a new year it is nearly time for the February Bull Sales….. The Borders Aberdeen-Angus Club will be having a Borders Bull Walk on Sunday 19th January 20...

Connaught/Leinster Aberdeen-Angus Club Dinner Dance

03.01.2020

The Connaught/Leinster Aberdeen-Angus Club is holding its annual dinner dance on Saturday, January 18th at the Athlone Springs Hotel, Athlone, Co. Westmeath. In addition to the social aspects of the e...

British born and bred cow is Miss Europe 2019

20.12.2019

2019 has been a great year for the UK & Ireland Angus breed and we are pleased to announce that Tofts Polly Perkins L777 has just been crowned ‘Miss Angus’ European Champion for 2019! The internat...

Bi-weekly update: 13th December 2019

13.12.2019

And here it is the LAST Bi-Weekly of 2019! We have had a busy few weeks here at the Society with Review in full flow, shows and sales have come to an end for the year, last week we had the December co...

Office Christmas Closure

11.12.2019

The countdown is officially on for the ho ho ho holidays…. Office Christmas Closure times and dates for the Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society Office & Pedigree Cattle Services Office. From every...

REVIEW ARTWORK DEADLINE

05.12.2019

*REVIEW ARTWORK DEADLINE* The deadline for supplying final artwork of your adverts is 13th December 2019. Artwork should be sent through to our Review Advertising Manager Natalie Cormack: natalie.corm...

Strong demand as Aberdeen-Angus bulls soar to 5,600gns at Dungannon

Strong demand as Aberdeen-Angus bulls soar to 5,600gns at...

04.12.2019

By Julie Hazelton There was a strong demand for Aberdeen Angus bulls at the society’s Dungannon show and sale, with prices reaching a ceiling of 5,600gns, and 58% of the bulls attracting price tags of...

Bi-Weekly Update: 29th November 2019

29.11.2019

Bi-Weekly Update: 29th November 2019 HAPPY BLACK FRIDAY! And just like that November is nearly over and were into the festive month of December. We have had a busy few weeks here at the Society with ...

STIRLING FEBRUARY BULL SALES 2020 Entries

27.11.2019

STIRLING FEBRUARY BULL SALES 2020: 2nd – 3rd February 2020. CLOSING DATE: 29TH NOVEMBER 2019 ENTER YOUR BULLS NOW: https://www.uagroup.co.uk/stirling-bull-sales-entry-form-1-february Don’t...

Fulsome praise for Aberdeen-Angus at the 2019 Black Beauty Bonanza

Fulsome praise for Aberdeen-Angus at the 2019 Black Beauty...

25.11.2019

Aberdeen-Angus breeders received warm accolades from the judge for an outstanding turn-out at the 21st Black Beauty Bonanza calf show at Thainstone Centre, Inverurie. Northumberland breeder, Dallas Al...

Aberdeen-Angus cross carcase takes Championship at the Scottish National Premier Meat Exhibition

Aberdeen-Angus cross carcase takes Championship at the Scottish National...

20.11.2019

For the second year running, an Aberdeen-Angus cross carcase from Aberdeenshire commercial beef producer, Gavin Ross, Wardhead, Strichen, carried off the championship at the Scottish National Premier ...

Rocky heads to Wedderlie

19.11.2019

Irish Bull Exported to Scotland Westellen Rocky U838, bred by John & Kate Tait, Westwood, Rostellan, Midleton, Co Cork has been exported to Scotland where he will stand as the junior herd sire for...

Bi-Weekly Update: 15th November 2019

15.11.2019

With Guy Fawkes night passed, the year ticks on and it being 5 weeks until dare we say it Christmas, we can say we are well into the cold and windy weather hitting many parts of the UK. We have been v...

IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Review Advert Bookings

14.11.2019

IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Review Advert Bookings We have experienced a slight technical issue with some advertising bookings for the Aberdeen-Angus Review made via the online booking form. As a means of ...

New Venture For Munster Aberdeen-Angus Club Proves a Success

06.11.2019

The Munster Aberdeen-Angus Club held its first AI seminar and information evening at the Firgrove Hotel, Mitchelstown, Co Cork yesterday. The seminar was designed to give Aberdeen-Angus breeders a det...

Northern Ireland Aberdeen Angus Club Herds Competition Results

06.11.2019

Northern Ireland Aberdeen Angus Club Herds Competition One of the highlights of the year at the N.I. Aberdeen Angus Club, the Herds Competition, was held during August 2019. This year’s judge was well...

Coolermoney Herd wins Championship Plaudits at Aberdeen-Angus Calf Show

06.11.2019

Judge praises quality entry at 15th annual event in Dungannon. By Julie Hazelton A fantastic event and a great advertisement for the breed was how Irish judge Niall Lynch described the Northern Irelan...

Central Scotland Club AGM

05.11.2019

Central Scotland Club AGM Monday 11th November at 7.30pm. Redhouse Hotel, Coupar Angus Geordie Soutar from the Dunlouise Herd will be joining us to talk about his recent travels over the past few mont...

The 21st Black Beauty Bonanza is on the horizon

04.11.2019

Coming up on Friday 22nd November at Thainstone Centre will be the highly anticipated 21st Black Beauty Bonanza show of Aberdeen-Angus calves and yearlings, with this year’s event sponsored by t...

Condolences to the friends and family of Andrew Denning

04.11.2019

The Society would like to pass on their condolences to the friends and family of society member and stockman Andrew Denning of the Temple Herd who was tragically killed on Thursday 17th October 2019. ...

Upcoming event from the North East Scotland Club and Eddie Gillanders

Upcoming event from the North East Scotland Club and...

04.11.2019

The North East Scotland Club would like to remind all members about the upcoming presentation from Eddie Gillanders on his latest study tour to Montana and his previous visit to South Africa, where on...

Bi-Weekly Update: 1st November 2019

01.11.2019

With the clocks officially gone back and Guy Fawkes night just around the corner, the colder and darker nights have well and truly settled in across the country! It’s been a busy few weeks here at Ped...

AUTUMN PREMIER SALE CANCELLED

29.10.2019

AUTUMN PREMIER SALE CANCELLED Please note that the Irish Aberdeen-Angus Association Premier Autumn sale which was due to take place at The Showgrounds, Carrick-On-Shannon, Co Leitrim on Saturday, Nove...

Cornwall Pedigree Beef Calf Show

28.10.2019

The Cornwall Pedigree Beef Calf Show, was held on Sunday the 28th of October, at the Royal Cornwall Showground. Grace Denning had a very successful show, taking the Native Interbreed Championship and ...

Aberdeen-Angus October Stirling sale tops at 12,000gns

22.10.2019

The Autumn show and sale of Aberdeen-Angus bulls and females took place on Sunday 20th and Monday 21st October 2019. The sale which took place on Monday saw Aberdeen-Angus sell to a top price of 12,00...

Winter Stock Festival 2019

22.10.2019

On the 30th November 2019 the Winter Stock Festival will be held at Peterborough, East of England Showground where it will be once again holding a pedigree calf show for Aberdeen-Angus. Entries close ...

Stirling October Bull Sales - The Results

21.10.2019

The results from the Stirling October Bull Sales judged by David Johnstone from the Ballindalloch Herd of Aberdeen-Angus. Overall Champion– Blelack Dakota U898 (ET) – N Massie Reserve- Sch...

Bi-Weekly Update: 18th October 2019

18.10.2019

Bi-Weekly Update: 18th October 2019 October is always a month full of preparation and anticipation with some large and exciting events just around the corner, with the major sales at Stirling this wee...

Herd Books For Sale

15.10.2019

Herd Books For Sale Polled Herd Books, predecessor of the Aberdeen Angus Herd Book. Volumes – 1. 2 & 3. 4. 7. 8. 9. 13. 14. 15. 18. 26. 29. 32. Total – 13 volumes. Aberdeen Angus Herd ...

COOLERMONEY & CLOONCARNE HERDS SHARE THE LIMELIGHT AT NATIONAL ABERDEEN-ANGUS CALF SHOW

COOLERMONEY & CLOONCARNE HERDS SHARE THE LIMELIGHT AT NATIONAL...

14.10.2019

The final major event of the Irish showing calendar took place over the weekend with the National Aberdeen-Angus calf show attracting the cream of Aberdeen-Angus youngstock to The Showgrounds in Carri...

Border Aberdeen-Angus Club’s 2019 Herd competition Results

14.10.2019

Well done to all herds who took part in this year’s Borders Aberdeen-Angus Club Herd Competition, which provided some very stiff competition for Judge Donald Graham from the Carruthers herd. The...

You can now book your Review adverts online! Booking now open

You can now book your Review adverts online! Booking...

11.10.2019

For the first time this year, we have made it possible for you to book your adverts in the Aberdeen-Angus Review online. You can access the online booking form by clicking here. If you’d prefer ...

Bi-Weekly Update: 4th October 2019

04.10.2019

And just like that, it’s October and Autumn is here! It’s been another busy few weeks here at Pedigree House with the upcoming October Bull Sales being held at Stirling, the YDP Final and much more. T...

A great weekend at Drumshanbo for the 2019 Youth Development Programme finale

A great weekend at Drumshanbo for the 2019 Youth...

30.09.2019

A summer of hard work and great fun came to its culmination this weekend as our Youth Development Programme finale took place at the Lough Allen Hotel and Equestrian Centre over in Drumshanbo in Irela...

Worcester Autumn Sale

30.09.2019

Worcester Autumn Sale 28th September 2019 Rull Frances R206 by Netherton Big Edition H460 (ET) with her bull calf at foot Rull Fri U236 by Wall Royal Leo L837 topped the sale offering a combined price...

Winter National Calf Show 2019 - Closing date Monday 30th September

Winter National Calf Show 2019 - Closing date Monday...

26.09.2019

Get Your Entries In! The winter national calf show will take place on the 1st of November 2019 at Borderway Mart, Carlisle at the Borderway Agri Expo. Entries close on Monday 30th September 2019 – mak...

Germany Yard Sale

25.09.2019

Angus Group are having their 8th Aberdeen-Angus yard sale Auction in Germany, being held on the Saturday the 26th of October 2019. ANGUS Group was founded in 2010 by Bernhard Delle and Samuel Widmer. ...

Stock Wanted For Spain

25.09.2019

Manuel Valencia from Spain is interested in purchasing Aberdeen-Angus cattle. If you have stock available then please get in touch with Manuel – Manuel Valencia C/ Jos’e Abascal 52 3D 2800...

Offical Sales Checklist

24.09.2019

The Society has recently developed our Society Sales Checklist so that it includes all relevant information needed. All members should use this guide when entering cattle into any Official Society Sal...

Munster Herds Competition Results

23.09.2019

The Munster Aberdeen-Angus herds competition celebrated its 10th anniversary this year with the competition taking in one of its highest ever entries (including five brand new first-time entrants alon...

Sad passing of long time Society member Joyce Dalton

20.09.2019

Everyone at the Society would like to pass on their condolences after long time member of the Society Joyce Dalton passed away after a suffering a stroke. Joyce will be sadly missed by members of the ...

Bi-weekly update: 20th September 2019

20.09.2019

September is always a month full of preparation and anticipation with some large and exciting events just around the corner, with the major sales at Carlisle and Stirling and the start of the calf sho...

Cheerbrook Open Day

20.09.2019

OPEN DAY CHEERBROOK ANGUS Heathfield Farm, Hatherton, Nantwich, CW5 7LQ Sunday, 29th September 2019 10.00am -4.00pm. Drop in and see the cattle before the sale. Join us for a drink, a bite to eat and ...

Tomriland Aberdeen-Angus Herd Reduction Sale

20.09.2019

The Tomriland Aberdeen-Angus herd of Louis & Chrissie Byrne, Tomriland, Roundwood, Co Wicklow are holding a major reduction sale of pedigree registered Aberdeen-Angus cows with calves at foot (and...

Wanted Stockman Position

19.09.2019

After been made redundant due to sale of farm and dispersal of the Kelby Fold of Highland cattle. Also have sheep experience, running the Kelby Flock of pedigree Lleyns. Willing to relocate anywhere i...

Connaught/Leinster herd competition results

16.09.2019

The Connaught/Leinster Aberdeen-Angus Club held its annual herds competition over the weekend. This year’s competition was judged by Jim Borland from Kelso in the Sottish Borders with Mr. Gerry Smyth,...

2019 National Ploughing Championships

16.09.2019

This year’s National Ploughing Championships take place at Ballintrane, Fenagh, Co Carlow and make sure to visit the Irish Aberdeen-Angus Association stand at Block 2, Row 7, Stand 169 from September ...

Godfrey Neal young stockman's bursary - success story!

12.09.2019

We were delighted to find out this week that one of our recipients of last year’s Godfrey Neal young stockman’s bursary, Barry Smith, has just successfully completed his trailer license, ...

Bi-Weekly Update: 6th September 2019

06.09.2019

The colder and windier weather has most certainly returned as we now move into September and Autumn quickly approaches. It’s been a busy few weeks here at the Society with Council meetings taking plac...

Partial lorry load heading to Portugal - can you help?

Partial lorry load heading to Portugal - can you...

05.09.2019

PARTIAL LORRY LOAD HEADING TO PORTUGAL: Angus Stovold, Lydling Farm, has a partial load going to Portugal. If anybody else has something going down that way that could share the lorry, please get in t...

YDP Finalists 2019

03.09.2019

We are very excited to announce the finalists for this years 2019 YDP Final which will be held at Loughallen Equestrian Centre and Hotel, Leitrim, Ireland on the 28th September. Finalists from Scotlan...

Items for sale: get in touch if interested!

30.08.2019

FOR SALE (note, photographs are examples of similar items – not the exact products) Shebeg Porcelain sculpture of Aberdeen-Angus Bull on Wooden Plinth: Shebeg Porcelain sculpture of Aberde...

Munster Aberdeen-Angus Club Open Day

30.08.2019

The Munster Aberdeen-Angus Club will host an open day on the farm of Eustace & Deirdre Burke, Ballyginnane, Carrigaline, Co Cork on Sunday, September 22nd at 2pm. The Clontead Aberdeen-Angus herd ...

Tomriland Aberdeen-Angus Reduction Sale

28.08.2019

Louis & Chrissie Byrne, owners of the Tomriland Aberdeen-Angus herd, are holding a reduction sale comprising of purebred registered Aberdeen-Angus cows with calves at foot (and in-calf again), in-...

Liss Herd wins the All-Ireland Aberdeen-Angus Championship for 2019

27.08.2019

The annual All-Ireland Aberdeen-Angus Championships were staged at the Dualla Show over the weekend with a large showing of cattle catalogued for the final major event of the summer season. All four p...

Bi-weekly update: Friday 23rd August 2019

23.08.2019

The year is flying by with 2019’s major sales creeping ever closer! Over the last couple of weeks Tullamore Show, Dunster Show and Pembrokeshire County Show have all taken place, with the latter being...

Important Information: Spoof Emails

23.08.2019

Some of our email addresses from @aberdeen-angus.co.uk are being spoofed in a phishing attack. To spot a spoofed email examine the “actual sender” in From field by the value enclosed in &#...

'Talking Beef': an invitation from AHDB

23.08.2019

AHDB are running a set of 3 large beef events in September, which are free to attend and set to be wonderful, insightful occasions that we’d encourage as many of our membership as possible to at...

National Young Stars Show 2019

22.08.2019

The National Young Stars Show took place yesterday at the Royal Three Counties Showground, Malvern, in which the Angus team ‘De Ja Moo’ took the Cattle Championship. With fantastic prizes for young pe...

Godfrey Neal Awards 2019

12.08.2019

It has come to the time of year where the applicants have submitted their cases to the panel for adjudication to receive a grant from the Godfrey Neal Trust Fund that was left to the Society by a memb...

Chapleton Herd Visit

12.08.2019

The South West Scotland Aberdeen-Angus Club would like to invite all members and any non-members to the Chapleton Herd Visit on Sunday 25th August 2019 at 12:30pm by kind permission of Donald Bigger O...

Bi-Weekly Update: 9th August 2019

09.08.2019

As we now move into August, we look forward to what’s going to be a busy few months at Pedigree House as we prepare for the busy upcoming schedule. Take a look at what’s been happening in and around t...

Temporary issue in the office

08.08.2019

We are today (Thursday) in a position through holidays and sickness amongst the staff at Pedigree House, where we are very light on the ground in terms of numbers in the office. This will be alleviate...

Munster Aberdeen-Angus Club Tour

30.07.2019

The Munster Aberdeen Angus Club embarked on its annual club tour last week with this year’s tour taking a group of travellers to the Borders in Scotland. The first herd on the whistle-stop tour to Sco...

Open Farm Day in aid of Parkinson's UK

29.07.2019

Dumfries-based Society members I&J Burgess of the Abbey Herd of Aberdeen-Angus will be holding an Open Farm even in aid of Parkinson’s UK on the 11th August from 10.30am to 3.30pm. The event...

Bi-weekly update: 26th July 2019

26.07.2019

Temperatures have soared this week whilst the Society has been down at Builth Wells for the Aberdeen-Angus Summer National at the Royal Welsh Show, with the rest of the UK really feeling the heat as w...

The 2020 European Angus Forum in Germany

25.07.2019

The Federal Association of German Angus Keepers (BDAH) is set to host the next European Angus Forum in 2020 in Germany. The event will be held from 10th to 16th July 2020 – so this is your chanc...

Upcoming events for the PENWAC Aberdeen-Angus Club

23.07.2019

Sunday 4th August 11 am. Visit to D&J Isherwood’s Airedale Herd at Lane Bridge Farm, Kildwick, Skipton . BD20 9AB. Tel 07891781542 – Light refreshments before viewing the Herd. Sunday ...

Entries open for the Halifax Agricultural Show 2019

22.07.2019

The 2019 Halifax Show will be taking place on Saturday 10th August 2019 at Savile Park, Halifax, HX1 3EA and entries are open with the schedule now available. Entries can be made right up until the da...

October Stirling Bull Sales - Online Entry Now Open

16.07.2019

The online entry is now open for the October 2019 Stirling Bull Sales, one of the biggest events on the calendar. To access the online entry form, simply click here.

Bi-Weekly Update: 12th July 2019

12.07.2019

This week we’ve seen 15-year-old Cori Gauff reach the fourth round of the Wimbledon Championships with inspiring performances against former Wimbledon Champion Venus Williams and Polona Hercog. She wa...

More Yorkshire success for Shadwell Estate

11.07.2019

After a strong showing in the 2018 event, the 2019 Great Yorkshire Show saw more success coming the way of The Shadwell Estate from Thetford in Suffolk. Judge Mr A. Lawson of Newcastle saw a clear sta...

Results from day 1 at the 2019 Great Yorkshire Show

Results from day 1 at the 2019 Great Yorkshire...

10.07.2019

We’re delighted to be able to bring you all the results from the Aberdeen-Angus classes on day one at the 2019 Great Yorkshire Show, expertly judged by Mr A Lawson from Newcastle, Tyne & Wea...

Mid Counties YDP workshop: Saturday 6th July

08.07.2019

We would like to extend a big thank you to Paul, Kirsty and Ellie Westaway for hosting the Mid Counties YDP workshop on Saturday 6th July at their Melview Herd. We are deep into the show calendar so S...

Multibreed Stock Judging Competition: Great Yorkshire Show - open to all aged 8 - 26

Multibreed Stock Judging Competition: Great Yorkshire Show - open...

04.07.2019

Wednesday 10th July at 3pm, Lower Cattle Rings at the Great Yorkshire Show. There will be one multibreed class of 6 heifers to be judged, and we would encourage anyone interested between the ages of 8...

Report from the Scottish YDP workshop at Easter Galcantry

04.07.2019

Saturday 11th May saw 18 young cattle enthusiasts gather at Easter Galcantry by kind permission of the Walker family. The ages ranged from 8 to 19 with plenty of newcomers to the YDP eager to get invo...

Total Herd Sale - Cheerbrook Aberdeen-Angus

02.07.2019

The Stirling Bull Sales on October 21st will feature the total herd sale of Andrew Shufflebotham’s established Cheerbrook Aberdeen-Angus. Make sure to pay a visit for another chance to purchase ...

Total Herd Sale - Liley Angus

02.07.2019

The total sale of Ben Marsden’s Liley Aberdeen-Angus will be taking place at United Auctions in Stirling on October 21st. Make sure to head along for an opportunity to purchase from this well-es...

Bi-Weekly Update: 28th June 2019

28.06.2019

It was great to see and speak to so many of you at this year’s Royal Highland Show as we seen people come out in their masses to watch the Aberdeen-Angus classes – a great few days had by all. It’s be...

Angus Beef Ireland Championships at Tullamore Show

27.06.2019

Angus Beef Ireland will once again be providing their very lucrative sponsorship of the junior classes in the Aberdeen-Angus section at the upcoming 2019 FBD National Livestock Show that takes place a...

Aberdeen-Angus beef recipes with Catherine Fulvio: beef & stout pies with potato pastry

Aberdeen-Angus beef recipes with Catherine Fulvio: beef & stout...

27.06.2019

You may have seen our latest Aberdeen-Angus recipe last week, brought to you by Irish TV chef Catherine Fulvio from Ballyknocken House and Cookery School. Today we are back with our second instalment ...

Central Scotland Aberdeen-Angus Club visit to Cardona Herd

27.06.2019

Saturday 20th July: Central Scotland Aberdeen-Angus Club visit to the Cardona Herd of Aberdeen-Angus courtesy of R Galloway. Meeting at 10.30am for an 11am start. A barbecue lunch will be provided for...

Herd Walk and Open Afternoon - Sunday 7th July

27.06.2019

The Kersquarter Herd has kindly agreed to hold a Herd Walk / Open Afternoon on Sunday 7th July. The Kersquarter Herd of Ian Watson is based at 9 Abbey View, Kelso, TD5 8HH and the herd walk will star...

Team Aberdeen-Angus for the Interbreed Young Handlers Competition at the Royal Welsh Show

Team Aberdeen-Angus for the Interbreed Young Handlers Competition at...

25.06.2019

We are pleased to announce that our pair of competitors for the Aberdeen-Angus Interbreed Young Handlers Competition at the Royal Welsh Show will be Kian Frain and Ellie Westaway. They will be judged...

Females to the fore at the 179th Royal Highland Show

Females to the fore at the 179th Royal Highland...

24.06.2019

As the 2019 Royal Highland Show got off to a great start on Thursday 20th June, the crowds were out in their masses for the Aberdeen-Angus classes kicking off at 2pm. The sun was shining for the most ...

Connaught/Leinster Aberdeen-Angus Club Open Day

24.06.2019

The Connaught/Leinster Aberdeen-Angus Club will be hosting an open day on the farm of Malachy Tighe, Batterstown, Dunboyne, Co Meath on Sunday, June 30th. Malachy operates the well-known Tara Aberdeen...

Summer newsletter - South West Aberdeen-Angus Club

24.06.2019

Becca Thomas from the South West of England Aberdeen-Angus Club has kindly shared the club’s summer newsletter, providing an update of all the most recent show results, information about upcomin...

Aberdeen-Angus beef recipes with Catherine Fulvio: Moroccan Style Aberdeen-Angus Fillet

Aberdeen-Angus beef recipes with Catherine Fulvio: Moroccan Style Aberdeen-Angus...

19.06.2019

When people think of the words ‘Aberdeen-Angus’, their minds are often naturally drawn to the idea of the tastiest, high quality beef available on the market. They think of something of which the eati...

News from the North East Scotland Aberdeen-Angus Club

18.06.2019

The North East of Scotland A-A Club caravan will be attendance at two of our local agricultural shows this year – both Echt Show on Saturday 13th July and Turriff Show on Monday 5th August. Curr...

Date for the diary - the 2019 YDP Final!

10.06.2019

We can now announce the date and location for the 2019 Youth Development Programme grand finale, always a much anticipated culmination of the year’s efforts at workshops up and down the country....

Munster Aberdeen-Angus Club Tour

10.06.2019

The Munster Aberdeen-Angus Club is in the process of organising a club tour to Scotland to visit some pedigree Aberdeen-Angus in the region from Monday July 22nd – Wednesday July 24th. Last year’s Mun...

Bi-weekly update: Friday 7th June 2019

07.06.2019

With summer fast approaching, we can look forward to what’s expected to be a very warm and dry summer in the UK. It’s been a busy few weeks here in the office with the the Carlisle Show and Sale takin...

Border Aberdeen-Angus Club Open Day - 9th June 2019

04.06.2019

Make sure to get yourself along to Border Aberdeen-Angus Club Open Day on Sunday 9th June 2019 from 11am-4pm on what promises to be a great day! For all the information needed – click here. &nbs...

Report from Scotland's Beef Event 2019

03.06.2019

On a day where the weather could’ve been a bit kinder, Scotland’s Beef Event for 2019 was held in Aberdeenshire at the Farm of Robbie and Barbara Milne and son, James, at North Bethelnie, Oldmeldrum, ...

Connaught/Leinster Aberdeen-Angus Club Events

29.05.2019

The Connaught/Leinster Aberdeen-Angus Club have finalised their schedule of events for the upcoming summer season with several new initiatives confirmed for 2019. The newly launched Connaught/Leinster...

Bi-Weekly Update: 24th May 2019

24.05.2019

The past two weeks has seen the end of popular TV series, Game of Thrones, which has gripped the nation for over 6 years, with everyone finally discovering who the rightful ruler of Westeros was! (Don...

Nightingale Angus Herd to have major reduction of all saleable stock

Nightingale Angus Herd to have major reduction of all...

13.05.2019

The Nightingale Angus Herd is having a major reduction of all saleable stock privately on the farm as a whole or in lots. Mr William A Robertson has been breeding Angus cattle for 60 years and will be...

Bi-Weekly Update: 10th May 2019

10.05.2019

This past couple of weeks have seen the Stirling Bull Sales taking place along with the launch of our all new mobile responsive website – we hope you’ve all managed to have a look and are enjoyi...

The sad passing of Jim Donald

10.05.2019

The Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society is deeply saddened by the passing of Jim Donald. Jim was a very talented stockman, representing Scotland internationally at a young age and later achieving great succ...

Show and sale result summary: Stirling Spring Show and Sale 2019

Show and sale result summary: Stirling Spring Show and...

06.05.2019

Yesterday we brought you all the results from the show of Aberdeen-Angus at United Auctions Stirling as they happened over on our Facebook page, ahead of the sale of Aberdeen-Angus which took place to...

Godfrey Neal Young Stockman Annual Bursary

03.05.2019

The Godfrey Neal Young Stockman Annual Bursary is a truly amazing opportunity for all young people who would like to develop their career as a stockman or woman. Below you will find everything you nee...

Raising breeders who raise the bar: a new format for the Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society’s Youth Development Programme

Raising breeders who raise the bar: a new format...

02.05.2019

The Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society has made the move to re-shape its Youth Development Programme (YDP) by appointing one National and four Regional YDP Co-ordinators to further enhance its industry lea...

The 1st YDP workshop of 2019 - it's not too late to get involved!

The 1st YDP workshop of 2019 - it's not...

01.05.2019

We’re gearing up for the first of our 2019 Youth Development Programme workshops of this calendar year, and the first under the stewardship of our newly formed team of Youth Development Programm...

Keeping children safe at United Auctions: enforcement of rules

29.04.2019

United Auctions Stirling have recently communicated some news about the rulings around keeping children safe at events up and down the country, with particular reference to leading bulls in the show r...

Bi-Weekly Update: 26th April 2019

26.04.2019

Over the past two weeks we have seen the UK experience a mini heatwave as temperatures soared to 26 degrees in some parts of the UK. The last 14 days also seen one of the greatest sporting comebacks o...

Multibreed Youth Event - Sunday 5th May 2019

16.04.2019

On Sunday 5th May, there will be a Multibreed Youth Event taking place which is open to all from the Aberdeen-Angus, Charolais and Limousin Cattle Societies. Kicking off at 5pm on the 5th May at Stirl...

Sainsburys launch Kinermoney Aberdeen-Angus Range

15.04.2019

The Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society is very pleased that after a tremendous working partnership over the last 5 years with Sainsbury and the Castle of Mey trust, we have brought the history and heritage...

Bi-Weekly Update: 12th April 2019

12.04.2019

It seems as if our CEO Barrie Turner has brought some of the nicer weather back with him from Uruguay as we now enter the middle of April. It has been very busy here in Pedigree House as we prepare fo...

World Secretariat Uruguay 2019: Summary Video

11.04.2019

Check out some of the great footage captured from the World Angus Secretariat! You can view the full summary video from the World Angus Secretariat Uruguay 2019 here.

World Secretariat Uruguay 2019: Visit to INIA Agricultural Research Station

World Secretariat Uruguay 2019: Visit to INIA Agricultural Research...

08.04.2019

Experimental Station INIA – La Estanzuela Alberto Boerger As a part of the Uruguay National heritage the Agricultural research centre has been established for over 100 years and is part of an e...

World Secretariat Uruguay: Visit to Curupy Del Salvador

05.04.2019

Located on the banks of the San Salvadore river, Curupy Estancia, is a family owned business and has been in the family since 1930 when it was a dedicated steer fattening farm and was commercially bas...

World Secretariat Uruguay: Visit to Cabana Bayucua

04.04.2019

Located in the SW of Salto province, Bayucua was founded in 1906 by Don Antonio Mattos. In 1917 the first Aberdeen-Angus stock started to appear at shows in Uruguay and the first grand Champion Kaiser...

World Secretariat Uruguay 2019: Visit to Frigorifico Modelo SA

04.04.2019

Estancia Caraguata, situated in the NE part of the country the estancia is the property of the Fernandez family and along with the three sister estancias form the estate of Frigorifico Modelo SA. The ...

Student seeking traineeship opportunity: can you help?

03.04.2019

French student Morgan Fillâtre is 19 years old and seeking a traineeship from 27th May to 21st June 2019 in an Aberdeen-Angus farm in the UK or Ireland. Morgan’s father is a breeder in France, b...

Royal Welsh Show - information about schedule and classes

03.04.2019

Please find below information about the schedule and classes for the 2019 Summer National at the Royal Welsh Show. PLEASE NOTE – Please enter your cattle as per the Royal Welsh Show Schedule (below) i...

Aberdeen-Angus from Retanach set to go under the hammer

01.04.2019

Hailing from Rothiemay, near Huntly, Jackie Strathdee and son Philip operate the well renowned Retanach herd. The mother and son duo farm the 400 acre owned unit and run around 130 Aberdeen-Angus cows...

Bi-Weekly Update: 29th March 2019

29.03.2019

As we now move in to April, the warmer weather is expected to hit many parts of the UK as we are set to experience a heatwave across the course of the next 3 months. The warm air from Africa is set to...

World Secretariat Uruguay 2019 – Visit to the Estancia Las Rosas

World Secretariat Uruguay 2019 – Visit to the Estancia...

29.03.2019

Day One Las Rosas is owned by Mrs Laetitia d’Arenberg who started the Livestock business in Uruguay in the 1970’s and entered the business of Angus Genetics in the year 2000. The estate is dedic...

Entries for Royal Welsh Show

29.03.2019

Online schedules for the Royal Welsh Show will be available from 1st April. As this is the Society’s Summer National Show, we would urge members to enter as early as possible. Details can be found on...

Myostatin genes explained at Aberdeen-Angus AGM

25.03.2019

The Northern Ireland Aberdeen-Angus Club held its AGM recently in Dungannon. Chairman Alan Morrison welcomed everyone and introduced guest speaker, Dr Cahir McAuley, BVMS, MRCVS, from the Firmount Vet...

Stock wanted for export to the EU

25.03.2019

Stock is wanted to fulfil an order for 1000 head of 5-8 month old Aberdeen-Angus for export to the EU. The buyers will be happy to take Bulls, Heifers or Steers. They must be IBR-free but can be vacci...

Volunteers needed! Help us create an electronic version of the Aberdeen-Angus herd book

Volunteers needed! Help us create an electronic version of...

22.03.2019

We put an article out in the January 2019 Aberdeen-Angus Review looking for volunteers to help pull together an excel sheet representative of all the Aberdeen-Angus herd books to date – looking ...

Fane Valley sponsors Northern Ireland Aberdeen-Angus Club’s events programme

13.03.2019

The Northern Ireland Aberdeen-Angus Club has unveiled its events programme for 2019/20. Sponsored by Fane Valley Stores, the card highlights important dates in the club’s annual calendar, including sh...

2019 President's Awards and Trophy Winners

12.03.2019

After the recent Stirling bull sales, we hosted a well-attended and enjoyable prize-giving ceremony to congratulate and celebrate the deserving trophy winners throughout the course of 2018. We had a p...

Clearance rate soars at Carrick-On-Shannon

11.03.2019

The second of five Spring sales at Carrick-On-Shannon, Co Leitrim saw a clearance rate of 75% recorded in the sales ring (up from just over 50% at the same sale last year) with steady and sustained in...

YDP Senior Conference 2019

08.03.2019

The highly anticipated YDP Senior Conference 2019 took place over the course of the weekend of the 22nd of March 2019. The event took place in Nantwich on the outskirts of Cheshire, where the delegate...

Farm collected semen for domestic use available from Pilsbury Angus

Farm collected semen for domestic use available from Pilsbury...

06.03.2019

Farm collected semen for domestic use available from Pilsbury Angus. Yearsley Royal Lupo (first photo attached- big bull) Excellent calving ease, great length ideal for pedigree or commercial use. £20...

PENWAC AGM 2019

04.03.2019

Then PENWAC Club held their annual AGM on Sunday 3rd March at The Best Western Garstang, Country Hotel & Golf Club hotel. The Club had a excellent meeting with herd visits being planned in Cheshir...

Bi-Weekly Update: 1st March 2019

01.03.2019

Aaannd just like that February is over! It has been a very busy month here at the Society with show and sale season kicking off, we look forward to welcoming the warmer weather as we now move in to Ma...

Irish Aberdeen-Angus Association AGM News

18.02.2019

The Irish Aberdeen-Angus Association held its annual AGM at the Mullingar Park Hotel, Mullingar on Saturday, February 16th. Mr. Barrie Turner, Chief Executive of the Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society had ...

Aberdeen-Angus breeder named in Queen's New Year Honours list

18.02.2019

Longtime Aberdeen-Angus breeder and one of the most well-respected figures in agricultural circles, John Henning of Maghaberry, Moira, Co. Armagh, Northern Ireland has been named as a recipient of the...

Bi-Weekly Update: 18th January 2019

18.02.2019

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Connaught Lenister Aberdeen-Angus Club Dance

18.02.2019

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AHDB calls farmers to shout about the sire

18.02.2019

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The Review: Out for delivery!

18.02.2019

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Cattle wanted for overseas buyer: Romainia

18.02.2019

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The Review: Out for delivery!

18.02.2019

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Febuary 2019 Stirling Bull Sales: Program of Events

18.02.2019

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Auchincrieve herd go under the spotlight ahead of RNAS Spring Show

Auchincrieve herd go under the spotlight ahead of RNAS...

18.02.2019

Ahead of the RNAS Spring Show held at the Thainstone Agricultural Centre on Wednesday 27th of February, the well-known McCombie family who operate the Auchincrieve Aberdeen-Angus herd go under the spo...

Stock Wanted - 100 Aberdeen-Angus cross cows

18.02.2019

Stock Wanted – 100 Aberdeen-Angus cross cows, in calf spring calvers. In calf to any type of bull and must be from a high health status. If interested, please contact Cecil Pirrie on 07876045133. ...

Bi-Weekly Update: 15th February 2019

15.02.2019

With Valentines Day over for yet another year, we hope that you all managed to remember to pick up something for your loved one! If not, fear not! We have some great Aberdeen-Angus merchandise availab...

Royal Cheshire Show

15.02.2019

Royal Cheshire Show 18th-19th June The Penwac Club will be in attendance with the exhibition Unit .

PENWAC AGM

15.02.2019

The Best Western Garstang Country Hotel & Golf Club, on Sunday 3rd March 2019 at 11 o’clock. Three course roast beef dinner £16 .50 . Barrie Turner the Chief Executive will be attending the ...

Champion leads Dungannon Angus entry at 4,500gns

13.02.2019

Prices soared to a top of 4,500gns at the Aberdeen Angus Cattle Society’s February show and sale, hosted by Dungannon Farmers’ Mart. Following a 78% clearance auctioneer Stephen Redmond confirmed that...

Munster Aberdeen-Angus Club News

13.02.2019

The AGM of the Munster Aberdeen-Angus Club took place during the week and it was heartening to note a much larger than normal crowd of people in attendance on the night than in previous years. The Clu...

First Irish Aberdeen-Angus Sale of 2019 tops at €4200

11.02.2019

The first of the Spring bull sales for 2019 in the Republic of Ireland took place at Carrick-On-Shannon, Co. Leitrim over the weekend. A large entry of over 80 Aberdeen-Angus bulls attracted sustained...

Last chance to book your place at YDP Senior Conference 2019!

Last chance to book your place at YDP Senior...

08.02.2019

Last chance to book your space on this year’s YDP Senior Conference, this event provides a great opportunity to to learn new skills, gain valuable experience and to meet likeminded people so mak...

The Irish Aberdeen-Angus Association AGM

04.02.2019

The AGM of the Irish Aberdeen-Angus Association will take place at the Mullingar Park Hotel, Mullingar, Co. Westmeath on Saturday, February 16th at 2pm. In addition to the usual AGM business, a presen...

VACANCIES: National and Regional Co-ordinators for the Aberdeen-Angus Youth Development Programme

VACANCIES: National and Regional Co-ordinators for the Aberdeen-Angus Youth...

01.02.2019

As we look to restructure our renowned and successful Youth Development Programme for 2019, some great opportunities have arisen for the positions of National and Regional Co-ordinator. We are activel...

YDP Winner Andrew Hammill in ABP Competition Final

01.02.2019

One of our young and inspiring YDP participants Andrew Hammill is looking to go a step further in the ABP Competition after reaching the final last year. Andrew is no stranger to finals as he was our ...

Bi-Weekly Update: 1st February 2019

01.02.2019

As we now enter February, we can get rid of those January blues as we look forward to what will be a busy and exciting few months. We have been very busy here at the Society as we prepare for the Stir...

Bi-Weekly Update: 18th January 2019

01.02.2019

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AHDB calls farmers to shout about the sire

01.02.2019

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Connaught Lenister Aberdeen-Angus Club Dance

01.02.2019

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Information related to a recent Newark Livestock Market sale...

30.01.2019

A recent Newark Livestock Market sale flyer that was sent out stated that the premier sale of Aberdeen-Angus bulls is to go ahead in 2019 – please note that this is not the case and will not be ...

Information related to a recent Newark Livestock Market sale...

30.01.2019

A recent Newark Livestock Market sale flyer that was sent out stated that the premier sale of Aberdeen-Angus bulls is to go ahead in 2019 – please note that this is not the case and will not be ...

The Review: correction to the South West of England Club Report

The Review: correction to the South West of England...

29.01.2019

In the final paragraph of the South West of England Club Report of page 14 of the Review, a reference is made to the Three Counties Show. This is incorrect and does not refer to the Royal Three Counti...

Details about the Highland Club AGM

29.01.2019

The Highland Club AGM is being held on Friday 22nd February 2019 in the North Kessock Hotel, Main Street, North Kessock IV1 3XN at 7 for 7.30pm. The guest speaker at the event is Hugh Thomson from the...

North Devon Show 2019

23.01.2019

North Devon Show 2019: Umberleigh Barton Farm, Umberleigh, North Devon, EX37 9DX.

Connaught/Leinster Aberdeen-Angus Club Dance

22.01.2019

The Connaught/Leinster Aberdeen-Angus Club staged its first ever dinner dance at the Athlone Springs Hotel, Athlone, Co. Westmeath over the weekend. The brainchild of club members, Niall Lynch & B...

AHDB calls farmers to shout about the sire

21.01.2019

With only 23 per cent of sires currently registered on passports, AHDB Beef & Lamb is urging farmers to start recording to improve profitability and boost competitiveness. Launching at this year’s...

Bi-weekly update: 18th January 2019

18.01.2019

The dust has finally settled after the Christmas and New Year break and the majority of us across the UK and Ireland are back into the swing of things with working life. As we bring you the first bi-w...

Cattle wanted for overseas buyer: Romania

18.01.2019

Cattle wanted for purchase by Romanian cattle farmer looking to start his own herd of pure bred Aberdeen-Angus. He is looking to purchase 50 black Aberdeen-Angus heifers and 2 black Aberdeen-Angus bul...

The Review: Out for delivery!

17.01.2019

We got an exclusive early delivery of the 101st edition of the Aberdeen-Angus Review in the office this week, and members can look forward to receiving their copies in the next 2-3 working days. We lo...

February 2019 Stirling Bull Sales: Programme of events

16.01.2019

As we approach the Stirling Bull Sales which will take place at Stirling Agricultural Centre, with the Aberdeen-Angus Show and Sale taking place on Sunday 3rd and Monday 4th February, the full program...

Pedigree heifers for sale: Swordale Herd

15.01.2019

The Swordale Herd of Aberdeen-Angus currently has 4 maiden heifers for sale. Approximately 15 months old and all ready for bulling this Spring / Summer. They have been out wintered up until now and on...

Aberdeen-Angus breeder named in Queen's New Year's Honours list

09.01.2019

Longtime Aberdeen-Angus breeder and one of the most well-respected figures in agricultural circles, John Henning of Maghaberry, Moira, Co. Armagh, Northern Ireland has been named as a recipient of the...

Crossfields Angus: 2 bulls for sale

09.01.2019

19 & 17 months old, Hi Health, BVD Free, Vaccinated for IBR, Farm Assured, Excellent Bloodlines & Figures. Please call Sally on 07799 261900 for further information. Crossfields Ronnie T105 (p...

Border Club Bull Walk: not to be missed!

09.01.2019

The Border Aberdeen-Angus Club’s spring bull walk is to be held on Sunday 20th January, starting at Humblehaugh (Stouphill Herd) at 10am. The full schedule for this event which isn’t to be misse...

IMPORTANT MEMBER INFORMATION: Annual General Meeting

08.01.2019

The 2019 Society Annual General Meeting will be held on Sunday 3rd February at 3.45pm in the Conference Room at Stirling Agricultural Centre. A Drinks Reception and Prizegiving will be held on Sunday ...

4 bulls for sale - Coldoch Aberdeen-Angus

07.01.2019

2 Young Bulls and 2 Proven Stock Bulls Elite Health Status Coldoch Quincy Baloo T276 Coldoch Quincy Banzai T275 Coldoch Quinn Bagheera S266 Coldoch Raven S252 (pictured) For further information please...

Senior Conference: February 2019

04.01.2019

Save the date!!! The Senior Conference this year will be held in and around Nantwich in Cheshire where there has been a range of activities of interest to the senior members of the YDP. The date to sa...

Irish Aberdeen-Angus Association announces new plans for genomic testing

03.01.2019

2019 is shaping up to be a very exciting and busy year for the Irish Aberdeen-Angus Association; not least as a result of the recent announcement of a brand new genomic testing scheme. Details of the ...

TB Advisory Service: latest news

03.01.2019

For all the latest news from the TB Advisory Service, click here to view their newsletter released at the end of December.

Latest technology for efficient beef production to be featured at Scotland's Beef Event 2019

Latest technology for efficient beef production to be featured...

03.01.2019

Arrangements are already well in hand for Scotland’s national beef event which will be held on an Aberdeenshire farm this year. Scotland’s Beef Event 2019 on Thursday, May 30, 2019, will be hosted by ...