We are excited for the return of the Commercial Cattle Competition!

Join on Thursday 28 January and Friday 29 January as we hit the road to visit on‑farm entries across two full days. It’s shaping up to be a fantastic event with plenty to see, learn, and enjoy along the way.  

 

What’s happening across the two days:

- On‑farm visits to all competing entries

- Guest speakers sharing insights throughout the tour

- Morning tea and lunch available each day on the trail

- Great company, great cattle, and a great chance to connect with others in the industry  

 

Winners will be announced at the conclusion of Day Two during the dinner at the Crookwell Services Club.  

 

A bus will be available for those who’d like to travel as a group. Secure your seat or for more information contact:

- Mez McCormack (Elders): 0488 732 020

- Hugh Erwin (Zoetis): 0438 610 688

 

We’re looking forward to another excellent competition and hope to see you out on the farms!

 

DETAILS

 

​​Dates: Thursday 28th and Friday 29th January 2026

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Entries: Opening soon

 

Entries Closing Date: TBC

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Competition Area: Upper Lachlan Shire

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Entry Fee: $ 50 per property (payment details listed with entry forms)

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Entry: To enter either

• Fill out an entry form found at Elders Crookwell

• Follow the attached QR Code

 

Categories:

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To be confirmed and published soon.

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Conditions

All cattle must be vendor-bred.

All cattle must come from a commercial herd. If the entrant also owns a registered stud, it must be disclosed.

All entrants are to supply breeding aims and objectives with their entry, which will be printed in the competition booklet.

On the day of judging, cattle are to be penned in suitable yard for judging on-farm. Other entrants and spectators are invited to join the bus tour and attend each judging session on-farm. Schedule of farms to be advised once entries are closed.

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Judges

There will be two judges. TBC 

 

Judging Components

Cattle will be judged on their phenotype including confirmation, temperament and consistency of type as a pen as well as suitability for stated herd breeding objectives.

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Speakers

An important note is that the competition will host industry speakers to present on specific topics through the course of the competition, 4 speakers with 2 each day. Program to be advised once entries are confirmed.

These will be;

 

• TBC

 

Transport

The committee will run a bus for spectators and entrants. Bookings are essential. A small fee will apply. Contact Hugh Erwin (Zoetis) – 0438 610 688 to book a seat

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Presentation

Presentation of 1st, 2nd and 3rd placed commercial heifer herds along with the encouragement award will be presented on Friday 29th evening at the Crookwell Services Club at the conclusion of the last farm visit and judging.

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Feedback

Entrants and crowd will be asked for their honest feedback at the conclusion of event to help further build a worthwhile event

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Enquiries

For any enquires please contact

Hugh Erwin (Zoetis) – 0438 610 688 or

Mez McCormack (Elders) – 0488 732 020