February 27, 2019 Milestone, SK
………………………..Gross Average
6 Two-Year Old Bulls $30,250 $5,041
46 Yearling Bull 254,900 5,542
52 Lots $285,150 $5,484
High Selling Yearling Bulls
Lot 3, Beck’s Source 815F, sired by Beck’s Citation 615D. Sold for $9,000 to Brimner Cattle Co., Manor.
Lot 41, Beck’s Baron 880F, sired by High Bluff Craftsman 112C. Sold for $8,000 to Steppler Farms, Miami, MB.
February 24, 2019 Glenevis, AB
………………………………Gross Average
3 3/4 Two Year Old Bulls $45,100 $12,026
46 Yearling Bulls 317,900 6,910
Pick of Heifer Calves 12,000 12,000
50 3/4 Lots $375,000 $7,389
High Selling Two Year Old Bull
Lot 9, Pro-Char Richmond 140E, sired by Sparrows Casino 511C. Sold for $26,000 to Wright Charolais, Richmond, MO. Consigned by Pro-Char Charolais, Glenevis.
High Selling Yearling Bull
Lot 4, Pro-Char Jamieson 68F, sired by Sparrows Casino 511C. Sold for $35,000 to CK Sparrow Farms, Vanscoy, SK. Consigned by Pro-Char Charolais.
High Selling Pick
Lot 48, Pick of the Pro-Char Heifer Calves. Sold for $12,000 to Wright Charolais, Richmond, MO. Consigned by Pro-Char Charolais.
February 21, 2019 Bashaw, AB
………………….Gross Average
25 1/2 Bulls $280,700 $11,007
7 Heifer Calves 47,400 6,771
32 1/2 Lots $328,100 $10,095
20 Straws of Semen $10,750 $537
17 Embryos $29,600 $1,741
High Selling Yearling Bulls
Lot 12, PCC BRCHE White Bear 8505 PLD, sired by M&M Outsider 4003 PLD. Sold 1/2 interest for $75,000 to Caprock Cattle Co. Muleshoe, Texas.
Lot 4, PCC Kentucky Rain 836F, sired by TR PZC Turton 0794 ET. Sold for $22,000 to Flat Valley Cattle Co. Hilda.
High Selling Heifer Calf
Lot 43, Miss Prairie Cove 548F, sired by M&M Outsider 4003 PLD. Sold for $11,000 to Wells Charolais, Conde, SD.
February 18, 2019 Donalda, AB
……………………..Gross Average
30 Yearling Bulls $192,500 $6,416
High Selling Bulls
Lot 27, Vikse True Grit 125F, sired by Mr Louber Mike 813B. Sold for $10,000 to XXX Farms, Kitscoty.
Lot 1, Vikse Contender 70F, sired by Elder’s Daunte 36D. Sold for $9,000 to Bellshill Angus, Lougheed.
Job Title – Canadian Charolais Association General Manager
Job Summary – The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge of beef cattle in both aspects of the purebred and commercial operations. The CCA is looking for a self-motivated individual possessing managerial experience focusing on organizational and communication skills. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing day-to-day office operations, prioritizing duties as well as attending Charolais functions throughout the country. This candidate will be an outgoing positive individual with a keen vision of the breeds destination. Wage will be based on experience.
Responsibilities & Duties:
• Oversee Office Staff
• Attend Charolais industry events throughout the Country
• Keep up to date with the memberships
• Attend industry meetings and trade conferences
• Oversee committees and assist where needed
• Communicate with other associations (ie American International Charolais Association)
• Travel when required
• Maintain reputable manner on and off the clock
• Oversee Budget decisions
Qualifications & Skills:
• Must reside within reasonable distance or willing to commute to the office on a daily basis. Office is located in Calgary, AB.
• Post Secondary Education with a focus on Agriculture being an asset
• Managerial Experience
• Organizational Skills
• Computer Skills
• Self Motivated
• Knowledge about Purebred and Commercial cattle industry
• Maintain Positive Energy
• Knowledge of beef cattle and the cattle industry
• Outgoing Personality
• Bilingual in both English and French would be an asset
This full-time position will commence as soon as a suitable candidate is found.
Please send your cover letter and resume to charolais.jobs@gmail.com by March 1, 2019 and quote GENERAL MANAGER APPLICATION in the subject line.
We thank all candidates for their interest, however only qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview.
The Charolais Banner is the longest running European beef breed magazine in Canada and the official publication of the Canadian Charolais Association. We publish five printed issues each year and run a digital community, both working in tandem to keep our readers connected and effective in their operations through up-to-date news and producer resources specifically tailored for the Charolais breed.
