Le Martres Poll Limousin Stud news and events –

2022/23 Carcase Scan Results Show Huge Progress….

UPDATE:

Scan details listed in ‘2023 Annual Bull Sale Catalogue’ – page 14.

Le Martres Beef is known for adopting objective measurement to improve the carcase yield and

quality. This process is reaping financial rewards for their clients and the greater Beef Industry.

A ‘Weigh & Scan’ operation was conducted on the 29.12.22 on the 2021 Spring drop of

yearling sires, which appear in the 2023 Annual Bull Sale. The assessment provided the

following results and, a comparison with the previous 2020 drop showed the following trends –

Trait: 2021 Bulls Av. Result: Comparison With 2020 Bulls:

* Age 17.4 months +7.4%

* Live Weight 619 kg +9.0%

* Rib Fat 6.2 mm +6.9%

* Rump Fat 6.5 mm +6.6%

* Marbling/IMF 4.5 % +25%

* EMA (Eye Muscle Area) 123.14 cm2 +3.9%

* NEG; Carcase Merit Index 3249.8 (Super Elite) +6.5%

* NEG; CMI/Age 205.9 +9.5%

The 2021 cattle were slightly older when assessed, and accordingly have recorded higher

gains for a large range of traits, however, the Liveweight, Marbling & NEG; CMI/Age traits

recorded very positive gains. These results confirm the consolidation of the positive trait

changes achieved over recent years.

Le Martres genetic selection program continues to produces cattle with reliable performance

and, an extremely desireable carcase traits.

Le Martres steer Exhibit No.213 was prepared and shown by Rutherglen High School teacher Mr Ron Webb and students.

This steer was selected into the Limousin Team for the Borthwick Trophy judging.

‘On The Hoof’ judging, this steer won his class.

‘On The Hook’ judging, this steer scored 85.99 points and came 12th in Class 2 Heavy Domestic Cattle.

The Limousin Team was successful in winning the 2023 Borthwick Trophy.

This steer was sired by Le Martres Blue Quarrion (Q180).

We are planning for Melbourne 2016 already……