On The Land
26 July, 2024
High numbers set for combined sale
OVER 2000 head of cattle are set to be penned up in the Mareeba Saleyard for the next Mareeba Combined Agent Sale on 1 August.
The big Saturday sale has become a monthly event for agents at Elders, Nutruen Ag Solutions, Queensland Rural and Prophurst, who auction off stock from across the Far North and western Queensland regions.
With stock flooding through the gates, the agents have had to split the event in two: half the stock will go up for auction on 1 August and the rest later in the month.
“We are putting the two in the one month to try and make it a bit more effective, with only roughly 2000 head of each yarding,” combined agents president Ian Bradford said.
“It makes it better for the buyers and more enticing because of the number of cattle here and knowing that the quality will be there.
“The numbers also help with transport costs because they know they can get a full load on their truck.”
Those wanting to put their stock into the sales are encouraged to reach out to their preferred agent as soon as possible.
The sale will commence at 8am on 1 August at the Mareeba Saleyard.
