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AFFCO Export Lamb - ENTER HERE

The Export Lamb Competition aims to identify the best lamb producer in Hawke’s Bay. The competition has a two-part judging process; on the hoof and of the hook. Entrants receive a complimentary ticket to the Hawke's Bay A&P Show and along with staff are invited to attend the prizegiving which is also open to the public. AFFCO New Zealand and the Hawke's Bay A&P Society extend a warm welcome to all interested farmers to enter the Export Lamb Competition.

Conditions of Entry

  • Open to all lamb producers, irrespective of supply relationships and from any location.
  • Free entry. Must be entered by closing date.
  • A pen of three (3) lambs equals one entry.
  • All three (3) lambs must grade as per the requirements for each class to be eligible for the champion prizes.
  • All entries must be accompanied with the latest version of the AFFCO ASD form.
    6. All lambs will be mouthed. Hogget’s will be if they have one or more incisor in wear.
    7. Kill proceeds will be paid 14 days after kill, direct to competitors less normal kill charges on the AFFCO weekly schedule

Key Dates

Entries close - 27th September 2024

On the Hoof Judging, AFFCO Plant - TBC

On the Hook Judging, AFFCO Plant - TBC

Prizegiving, HB A&P Show - 24th October 2024

Judging Criteria

1. On the Hoof – the live animal is judged at the AFFCO plant by an AFFCO Livestock Buyer. (25% of score)

2. On the Hook – the slaughtered animal is judged at its slaughter site using the AUS Meat Grading criteria. Qualifying Grades: P and T (50% of score)

3. Eating Quality – a prime cut of the top 10 slaughtered animals are cooked by a high profile chef at the Hawke’s Bay A&P Show and judged by a panel of three from the hospitality sector, beef processing industry and a consumer representative. (25% of score)

Prizes

  • Most Points on Hoof
  • Most Points on Hook
  • Most Points on Eating Quality
  • The Guardian Trust Cup is awarded to the Overall Supreme Winner that achieves the highest points with the following prize money given: 1st $1000 | 2nd $600 | 3rd $400

Submit your Entry HERE, or download the physical entry form below which needs to be completed and returned via email - admin@hbap.co.nz