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News:
> SOUTH DEVONS TO 5,600 GUINEAS AT STRATFORD, AND BIG INCREASE IN AVERAGES FOR FEMALES!, A record entry of pedigree animals at the Midland Club’s Annual Sale at Stratford attracted many buyers from all over the country, and saw strong bidding for the best stock forward. >>more

> BIG JUMP IN SOUTH DEVONS’ BREED AVERAGES! - With a top price of 6200 guineas, and six others at 5000 guineas and over, the South Devon bull average price saw a rise of £508 at its recent sale at Exeter, marking the continuing rise in commercial confidence in this popular native beef breed. A total of 31 bulls sold, averaging £3695 >>more

> As of 2009, vendors at Society sales will be encouraged to complete a Herd Health Declaration at time of entry to the Sale >>more

The Native Breed for Today's Challenges

South Devon

Well known for its strong maternal and beef qualities, the South Devon is commercially placed in the modern suckler herd, both intensive and extensive. Its many attributes lend itself well to crossing with other native and continental breeds to suit individual beef producers' specific requirements, whilst also enabling the pedigree breeder to produce excellent suckler replacements and terminal sires, and top quality marbled beef.

The South Devon's renowned docility is a very important consideration for the modern beef producer who is reliant on limited labour resources. The cattle grow quickly on an early diet of plentiful rich milk, and are excellent forage converters. The beef that is produced is marbled and tender, and sought after by butchers and restaurants who recognise its premium quality. >>more

Society Information:

> For more information about the South Devon breed or Society membership please contact Caroline Poultney, Breed Secretary, on 01392 447494 or click here

> The Society uses Breedplan under licence from ABRI in Australia for its pedigree and performance recording >>more

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