110 Backgrounder Heifers

Lot 231 · CALCIUM, North Queensland
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Weight
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chat Assessor Comments
John Soutar (Level 2 Accredited)
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T.J FORD & H.M VAN DAMME & R.J VAN DAMME - LANSDOWN, CALCIUM, QLD
Lot Id
4 R D
PIC Number(s)
QGTV0093
Accreditation(s)
LPA
Average Weight
At Assessment
11/05/2025
Live
287.7 kgs
Dressed
143.9 kgs (Est. Av. Drs. 50%)
3 Hrs off feed
Weight Range
190 kgs to 411 kgs Liveweight
At Est Kill/Del Date
17/05/2025 (4 days)
Live
274.5 kgs based on -5% Del. Adj.
Dressed
144.5 kgs
Live weight gain 0.3 kgs/day
Weight Range
182 kgs to 392 kgs Liveweight at delivery
Assessment: Individual on 11/05/2025 Sampled: 110 Head (100%)
Weight Class Weight Range Fat Scores
1 2 Totals
Dressed Live 0-2 3-6
11 90.1 - 110.0 180 - 220 1% 0% 1%
13 110.1 - 130.0 220 - 260 6% 9% 15%
15 130.1 - 150.0 260 - 300 12% 37% 49%
16 150.1 - 160.0 300 - 320 1% 20% 21%
18 160.1 - 180.0 320 - 360 0% 11% 11%
20 180.1 - 200.0 360 - 400 1% 1% 2%
22 200.1 - 220.0 400 - 440 0% 1% 1%
Totals 21% 79% 100%
Comment on Fat Score 1 Cattle
Heifers are clean and shiny in the coat, healthy and in strong condition fit to travel.
Breeds
Sire Dam
48 Head Droughtmaster Droughtmaster Cross
31 Head Brahman Droughtmaster Cross
30 Head Brahman Brahman Cross
1 Head Braford Droughtmaster Cross
Ext. Breed
Horn Status
14 Horned 5 Tipped 89 Dehorned 2 Scurred
Age
18 - 24 Months
Age Brands: Number 4"s, Approx 4 Number 3's
Hip Height
131 - 150 cm 80%
110 - 130 cm 20%
Quality Grades
Very Good 20%
Good 75%
Fair 5%
Store Condition
Fwd Store 20%
Store 80%
Muscle Score
D 75%
E 25%
Temperament
Yards
Quiet: 105 head
Slightly Stirry: 5 head
Crush
Quiet: 100 head
Slightly Stirry: 10 head
Paddock
Temperament not assessed in Paddock
Heifers were good to handle in the yards, they worked well through the yards and crush at assessment. There was no signs of aggression from any heifer although the odd one stirred up when put under pressure or was separated from there mates.
Handled With
Bikes , Vehicles
Assessor Comments
A good line of 110 Droughtmaster Brahman Cross Heifers, all 1 Brand mostly large and medium framed quality heifers that have been bred on semi coastal country west of Townsville, so expect to see excellent weight gains on heavier country. Vendor has backlined heifers with Dectamax Pour on 15/05/25. PLEASE ALSO NOTE VENDOR HAS 122 STEERS ALSO AVAILABLE FOR SALE IN THIS SALE.
Assessor
John Soutar (Level 2 Accredited) Phone: 0429 770 018
Burr/Seed in Coat
No Burr or Seed of weeds declared noxious observed in the coats at assessment
HGP Status
The owner declares that the cattle have not been treated with HGP at any period of their lives
WHP/ESI
Cattle are within a Withholding Period or Export Slaughter Interval for: Dectamax as of 15/05/2025 for 42 days
Eligibilities
Russian Eligible, Saudi Eligible
J-BAS Score
6
Vendor Bred
No
Vendor has owned stock for 6-12 months
Stock History
Heifers were purchased from the breeder as weaners and have remained on the breeders property on agistment since.
Lifetime Traceable
100 % of cattle in this lot are Lifetime Traceable
Bloodlines
Cow herd predominately Droughtmaster and Red Brahman females joined to good quality Droughtmaster and Red Brahman Bulls.
Grazing Conditions
Steers running in fresh improved tropical pastures that have received recent rain. Grasses include Jarra Grass. Rhodes Grass, Uracloha, Seca and various legumes.
Returned to: Heifers are being held in yard cooler till delivery. Being fed good quality fertilized Rhodes grass hay.
Vendor Comments
An excellent line of backgrounder feeder or breeder type heifers only being sold as the property has now been sold. Heifers are 1 Brand, bred on coastal type country, very quiet to handle and have a great reputation for doing well.
Joining Details
Not Station Mated
Any Access To Bulls or Stags?
To vendor's best knowledge, this lot has had no access to bulls or stags.
Delivery Period
17/05/2025 to 20/05/2025 (4 days)
Delivery Point
Lansdown Yards, Located 2 klm down Manton Quarry Road, Calcium. Access off Flinders Highway.
Lat: -19.6517604975883" S Long: 146.82933429166263" E
Ticks
Please note that cattle are in a tick infested area.
Vendor does not warrant that the cattle will be clear of ticks at Delivery. Purchaser is responsible for all costs associated with clearing cattle into clean country (if required)
Agent Contact
John Soutar
Mobile 0429 770 018
Trucking Access
Road Train
Wet Weather Accessible
Yes
Loading Facilities
Side Loading
Loading Ramp
Single Deck
Trucking Access Additional Directions
Access from Flinders Highway onto Manton Quarry Road, Approx 50 klm west of Townsville , 87 klm East of Charters Towers and 8 klm West of Woodstock
Delivery Comments
Please advise Delivery Agent a minimum 24 hours prior to Delivery
Trading Terms
Intending buyers be advised Soutar Livestock & Property trading terms are strictly Cash Before Delivery unless debt can be accepted by a nominated and approved Agency
Movement Restrict.
None provided. [Please note: It is the responsibility of the Purchaser to satisfy all state compliances in regard to the movement of this lot.]
Special Conditions
Buyer to advise all delivery instructions including relevant NVD information in writing to the delivery agent prior to delivery of cattle.
Sale Types
$/Head
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WEANER & YEARLING SALE 1 - QLD & NSW
No. 125856 · Fri, 16 May 2025, 9:00 AM (SYD, NSW) AEST
WA 7:00 AM · NT 8:30 AM · QLD 9:00 AM · SA 8:30 AM
John Soutar Assessor & Delivery Agent
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