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Burra Record

Location

Burra, South Australia, Australia

Date

May 04, 1948

Page

5

Burra welcomed visitors from NSW NZ and Victoria

Interstate Stockbreeders visited Burra to inspect Merino studs with a party of breeders from New South Wales New Zealand and Victoria. Officials including Sir George Jenkins and Mr J Collins spoke on the importance of the wool industry while praising Burra's sheep studs and hospitality. Delegates noted the drought challenge and the need for high standard breeding to sustain Australia’s primary industries.

New South New Zealand Victoria Burra Merino Fete Breeders’ Association J. Collins Pulpara George Jenkins Commonwealth W.lash Nsw South Australia H. W. B. Jennison Primary Industries Colonel Bates Collins N.S.W L.A Scotland Begar S.A Highlands Australia Sir George Mr Watson Watson B.A. Graham Co. Chislom Murray Ombanell

Woollacott Sets Local Wool Price Record at Springbank Burra

Mr J. Woollacott owner of Springbenk Burra achieves a new record high for local brown wool, selling 60/64 quality last week. He has received many congratulations and credits his breeding from Blink Bonnie Stud, owned by Roy Humphrys, with the success. Sales were aided by Messrs Elder, Suilth & Co Limited.

Woollacott Springbenk Burra Roy Humphrys Woollacottis Lip Messrs Elder, Suilth & Co

Burra breeders showcase Merino brilliance at annual show

At Burra’s event leading figures praise the Merino breed and meat potential. Werribee manager urges land for studs while breeders discuss lifting export bans and expanding meat production. NSW official notes exceptional sheep types and broadening meat sector alongside high wool prices and overseas demand. Votes of thanks honor Co. Butler and the O’Neill family for hosting and catering.

Begar Sydney W. Jamieson S.A Burra H. Collins Lock Werribee Australia England McGee L.A Riverina J. A Culvern Nsw Bnt Thomas USA Russia Russe Co. Butler O'Neill Jenkins

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