News
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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.
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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.
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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
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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.
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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.
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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.