Come along and see if you can pick a winner!
Cattle first came to Australia on the First Fleet in 1788. The cattle did poorly in the tough Australian conditions so different breeds from Europe, including Shorthorn and Hereford, were transported to Australia to improve quality. The majority of beef cattle in Australia are low in fat but high in iron which promotes strong and healthy young people.
Judging will commence at 9am Wednesday 19 October. Come along and see if you can pick a winner!
Beef cattle handlers use a stick called a ‘Show Cane’. This is used to help position the cattle’s feet so they have the correct stance and then to tickle or scratch them to keep them still and quiet while they are being judged. They are never used to harm an animal.
A Junior Beef Cattle Judging competition will take place in the morning on Thursday. At 9am on Friday the Junior Beef Handling Competition will be held for all those interested.
