In what was easily the largest turn out of competitors in the events nine year history, UHBB president Doug Robertson said the event continued to go from strength to strength. 

“We had 260 lead prime cattle and around 40 primary and high schools represented from Yass to Inverell over the three day competition. 

“It is a fantastic opportunity for kids to get into beef production and agriculture.  

“A lot of students don’t get the opportunity to work with cattle, especially those that attend schools without an agricultural faculty or not in a rural area.

“With this competition, students can participate regardless of the school’s agricultural facilities or location,” he said. 

St Joseph’s Aberdeen year 10 student Mikaela Tilse of Gundy said being part of the event was ‘much more than just a day off school.’

“I love working with animals, so I jumped at the chance to be part of the school’s agricultural team three years ago.

 “I like to see the cattle progress from when we start feeding them to show day,” she said. 

“You have to learn to get along with everyone because the teachers don’t run it, you have to be responsible, use your initiative and work as a team.

“I always like the ribbons but just being part of it is what I like best.”   

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