Melton Mowbray Sale Report
The Melton Mowbray sale saw lively bidding, with a top price of 480gns achieved by a ewe lamb from JC Bostock & Son’s Natan flock in Kenilworth. This standout lamb, which also claimed the title of show champion, was bred from a homebred ewe and sired by a homebred ram, showcasing the strength of the flock’s genetics.
The reserve champion, a shearling ram from A. Fisher’s Nidderdale flock, sold for 400gns. This impressive ram was sired by Carpenters Bob and out of a Grassknop ewe, reinforcing the quality of Fisher’s breeding program.
The third-highest price of the day was achieved by D & K Whybrow, with a shearling ewe that stood second in her class, fetching 370gns. This ewe was sired by Whitcastles Arizona and out of a homebred ewe from their Cardington flock in Bedfordshire.
Champions
- Overall Champion: JC Bostock (Natan flock)
- Reserve Champion: A. Fisher (Nidderdale flock)
- Male Champion: A. Fisher (Nidderdale flock)
- Female Champion: JC Bostock (Natan flock)
Sale Averages:
| Category | No. Sold | Highest (gns) | Average (gns) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shearling Ewes | 10 | 370 | 230 |
| Ewe Lambs | 20 | 480 | 189 |
| Rams | 1 | 220 | 220 |
| Shearling Rams | 1 | 400 | 400 |
| Ram Lambs | 3 | 300 | 240 |
