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Top-priced rams sold at Merrignee Merino and Poll Merino sale

1 report, 1 independent Updated Oct 9
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What happened

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The 36th annual Merrignee unhoused Merino and Poll Merino ram sale was held in Boorowa on October 9. Of the 90 rams available, 74 sold, averaging $2750, with the top ram selling for $10,000. B and A Smith, Stockinbingal, secured the second top-priced ram for $8500.

From theland.com.au

Why it matters

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The sale reflects strong market activity in the wool industry, supported by buyers from areas including Stockinbingal and Hopefield. The high prices achieved for quality breeding stock indicate robust demand for premium livestock assets.

From theland.com.au

Who's involved

  • StockinbingalBuyer of high-value livestock assets at the sale
  • HopefieldBuyer of high-value livestock assets at the sale
  • Mark RaynerBuyer of the top-priced ram at the sale
  • Tim McGrathVolume buyer at the sale
  • SwartlandGeopolitical state near Hopefield

Who could feel it

Possible knock-on effects

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  • Mark RaynerSpeculative

    Mark Rayner could see increased future revenue potential from the purchase of a top-priced ram.

  • StockinbingalSpeculative

    Stockinbingal could see increased future revenue potential from the purchase of high-value breeding stock.

  • HopefieldSpeculative

    Hopefield could see increased future revenue potential from the purchase of breeding stock.

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The entities involved

  • Hopefield

    town in the Western Cape, South Africa

    Nothing else this week.

Coverage

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