The Yanko Merino will return to having an On-Property Ram Sale on Thursday 24 September, 2015

Photo:  Ian Cameron and Michael Elmes selecting and classing rams at 8 months, prior to shearing in February, 2015.

The Yanko purchased One Oak 002 Bl 11

The Yanko purchased One Oak 002 Bl 11 at the One Oak Dispersal Sale.

One Oak 002 Bl 11 is a massive, proven sire from the One Oak Stud who has great structure with thick, pure medium wool.

One Oak 002 Bl

Upcoming Events

The Yanko Merino – 2015 dates

Display at Aust. Sheep and Wool Show, Bendigo – 17-19 July 2015

On Property Ram Sale – Thursday 24 September 2015

Ian Cameron placed 2nd in National Merino Challenge

Hugh and Heather’s son Ian who is studying Agricultural Economics at the University of Sydney achieved 2nd place in the Tertiary section of the National Merino Challenge run by AWI and held in Melbourne on 24/25 May, 2014.

Tertiary winners Ian Cameron (second), Jordan Hoban (first) and Oliver Vidor (third).

Michael Elmes appointed as Sheep Classer

Hugh and Heather are pleased to welcome Michael Elmes as Classer for The Yanko Merino. Michael has a long association with the Riverina and has a practical approach to merino selection.  Stuart Hodgson classed The Yanko sheep for 8 years and has accepted a new position with AWI.  We wish him well with his new direction.

The Yanko ewes tops at Deniliquin

The Yanko June/July 2012 drop ewes depastured to Poll Dorset rams was the top price for Merinos at Deniliquin Store Sheep Sale in January 2014.