Agra Weaner Champion Series launched

The 2022 Agra Weaner Champion Series will take place between 21 June and 15 September, with 21 auctions to be held. These auctions are held across Namibia, from Karasburg to Grootfontein.According to Agra, they are also including four brand-new auction points, namely Talismanus, Okanjatu, Okakarara and Aminuis. “These auctions are held in an effort to promote the development of up-and-coming farmers in the communal areas of Namibia.” Agra said the aim is to provide these communities with additional capacity-building during these auctions, while rewarding the top producers.“The annual Agra Weaner Championship Series not only allows us to reward producers for their weaner quality, but these auctions also serve as a critical cashflow stimulus for many cattle farmers.”It allows producers to measure their production standards and management practices to that of their peers at a national level.Agra added that judging criteria is standardised to avoid bias, as animals are entered into one of the following competition categories: Feedlot potential (tollies), field potential (tollies) or breeding potential (heifers). PrizesThere are prizes to reward buyers for the highest amount spent during the series, as well as the largest number of animals bought.This year, three national winners will be awarded, one for each of the three production categories.“In the past, producers competed against each other across categories for a single title of national champion.”According to Agra, the Weaner Championship Series is an inclusive and nationally representative competition that showcases Namibian production quality very well. “To win requires commitment, as well as excellent farming and management practices.”

Agra Weaner Champion Series launched

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