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DETPA GROVE WHITE SUFFOLK

Founded in 1981 in the Western Victorian plains of the Wimmera, Detpa Grove White Suffolk Stud is well-renowned in the industry for producing world class, record breaking & superior White Suffolk sheep whose genetic depth is unsurpassed & built on science.

The stud is laser-focused on continually improving the performance & productivity on sound structured sheep to provide high quality flock rams to prime lamb producers, & exceptional breeding stock to stud breeders.

THURSDAY 10 OCTOBER 2024

36TH ANNUAL ON-PROPERTY SALE

A structurally excellent, elite group of 220+ high performance rams & ewes on offer.

ON PROPERTY JEPARIT & ONLINE AUCTIONSPLUS
Inspect from 10am | Auction live from 11am.

Learn more about our upcoming sale or register for a Sale Catalogue on the link below. Please get in touch with David Pipkorn for all enquiries.

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All sheep at Detpa Grove are individually bred; incorporating performance evaluation(Lambplan), DNA analysis & the myriad of other traits through our unique computer procedures that culminate in the annual mating schedule & backup options for every ewe.

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IMPECCABLY BRED SHEEP

Great breeding is about ticking as many boxes simultaneously as possible.

Our laser focus on key traits & attributes – structural excellence, genetic stability, high commercial performance, eating qualities – plus stringent breed type & standards, freedom from disease, sound vaccination & management programs are at the core of our minimum breeding standards.

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THANKYOU you to all who made the trip to the Detpa Sale Complex to attend our 35th Annual Sale & for the strong interest from buyers received online.We appreciate the ongoing interest in our breeding program from both long term buyers & new clients in less than optimal market conditions.Our sincere thanks to all purchasers & underbidders, agents, family, friends & supporters for another successful sale.Stud Ewes - A top of $2,000 & average of $1137.
Stud Rams - Full clearance, Lot 92, DG220811 sold for $12,500 & average of $4460.
Flock Rams - A top of $2,600 & average of $1320.Wishing you all a great year ahead & we look forward to seeing you in 2024.#detpagrove #sheep #whitesuffolk #whitesuffolkrams #whitesuffolkewes #ewesales #ramsales #primelambs #victorianramsales #studrams #farmlife #studewes #flockrams #flockramsforsale

Our sincere thanks to all for attending yesterday's sale.A snapshot of the Top Priced Rams from the Stud Ram Group, both sired by DG REGAL 200477.1st Photo - Top priced ram, Lot 92, DG220811 TR sold for $12,500 to Shane & Jodie Foster, Boonaroo, Casterton.2nd Photo - 2nd Top priced ram, Lot 79, DG220128 sold for $10,000 to Andrew & Caroline McLaughlan, Valma Stud, Tasmania with a 1/4 semen interest retained within stud.More details to come.

⭐SALE DAY⭐Presenting 259 White Suffolk Stud Rams & Ewes, Specially Selected & Flock Rams.A great day to secure your genetics for the next few years of influence.All welcome - Gates open 10am.
Auctions - Stud Ewes 11.30am + Stud Rams 1pm🟥 Stud Rams, Stud Ewes & 36 Specially Selected rams selling in the Sale Shed & Livestreamed on AuctionsPlus.🟥 Flock Rams will be selling on-property in the auction ring only.🟥 Bid Online AuctionsPlus - https://auctionsplus.com.au/auctions/sheep/detpa-grove-35th-annual-white-suffolk-sale/121994🟥 Links to E-Catalogue & Videos - https://www.detpagrove.com/sales/🟥 Lunch & refreshments available.David, Michelle & Families look forward to seeing you here at the Detpa Sale Shed.
David Pipkorn - 0428 918 372Annual On-Property Sale - Thursday 12 October
Detpa Grove Sale Complex, Jeparit
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All Set for Tomorrow's Sale - Look for the new DG sign!We wrap up our STUD RAM SHOWCASE with this terrific group of rams - pictured are Lot 71 to Lot 78.259 White Suffolks on offer - high-quality genetics with 70 Stud Ewes, 30 Stud Rams, 36 Specially Selected & 123 Flock Rams selling.ℹ Stud Rams, Stud Ewes & 36 Specially Selected rams auctioned in the Sale Shed & Livestreamed on AuctionsPlus.
ℹ Flock Rams will be selling on-property in the auction ring only.Links to E-Catalogue, Videos & AuctionsPlus - https://www.detpagrove.com/sales/David, Michelle & Families look forward to welcoming you tomorrow.
For latest sale updates please call David on 0428 918 372.Annual On-Property Sale - Thursday 12 October
Detpa Grove Sale Complex, Jeparit
& Livestream AuctionsPlus
Ewes 11.30 AM & Rams 1 PM
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STUD RAM SHOWCASE - SALE IN TWO DAYS!Arguably our most even line of stud rams to date - HQ, bone, length balance, type & performance galore. Pictured - Lot 79 to Lot 86.We look forward to welcoming you on Thursday.
Gates open 10am.
Stud Ewes auction 11.30am, followed by a short lunch break hosted by Detpa Grove.
Stud Rams auction 1pm sharp.Friendly reminder - Stud Rams, Stud Ewes & 36 Specially Selected rams will be auctioned in the Sale Shed & livestreamed on AuctionsPlus.Flock Rams are selling in the Sale Shed this year so you will need to attend the sale to bid on your flock ram selections.Looking for Videos & E-Catalogue?
Visit the DG website - https://www.detpagrove.com/sales/ OR our AuctionsPlus site, link also on our Sales Page. (Paste link into web browser)Please call David on 0428 918 372 for more information.Look for the new DG Sign!
Annual On-Property Sale - Thursday 12 October
Detpa Grove Sale Complex, Jeparit
& Livestream AuctionsPlus
Ewes 11.30 AM & Rams 1 PM
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The 70 White Suffolk Stud Ewes came in for Lot branding today - uniformity abounds with many stunning individuals amongst them. They start our auction at 11.30am on Thursday Oct 12.You can mark up your selections as you go through all their full details in the AuctionsPlus catalogue :-
https://auctionsplus.com.au/auctions/sheep/detpa-grove-35th-annual-white-suffolk-sale/121994You can reach out with any questions as they arise on 0428918372

We had one of our largest drops in 2022 and rather than sell more rams, we took the opportunity to class harder. These lads promise to present an exceptional opportunity to tap into elite genetics for your operation.
They are the culmination of some 40+ years of careful breeding and harsh classing for your benefit.
There is a huge profitability advantage using top rams and this is your opportunity on Thursday October 12 to have them working for you.
Only the 36 Specially Selected rams are on AuctionsPlus from this draft so you’ll need to attend the sale to bid on your flock ram selections.
Check their details here;
https://www.detpagrove.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/DEPTA_GROVE-ANNUAL-SALE-CATALOGUE-SPRING_2023-web-min.pdf

The stud rams are loving life on this great afternoon.and are looking forward to their new homes on Oct 12. #whitesuffolk#rams

Leading the Stud Ewe group this year is Lot 1, DG 220523Tw, a DG Noble 80374QU daughter.DG Noble is by Warburn 160048 & out of a ¾ sister to Anden Cruiser ($68,000).
His sons have sold to $22,000 & he has sired 4 Stud Rams, 4 Specially Selected Rams & 11 Stud Ewes in our Thursday 12 October Sale in a few weeks.For more videos on this year's 70 Stud Ewe draft, please visit our website - https://www.detpagrove.com/sales/ for all the links. (Copy link to browser)For all sale enquiries, please call David on 0428 918 372.Look for the new DG Sign!
Annual On-Property Sale - Thursday 12 October
Detpa Grove Sale Complex, Jeparit
& Livestream AuctionsPlus
Ewes 11.30 AM & Rams 1 PM
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Sure to impress are these 4 rams in the stud team - Lot 87, Lot 88 & Lot 89 ( in Lot order) - are sons of Yanco 200156, a high EQ Ram, & Lot 90, an Ella Matta 190004 son - a sire known for high growth.Looking for videos? - all Stud Ram & Ewe videos can be watched on the DG website - https://www.detpagrove.com/sales/ OR our AuctionsPlus site, link also on our Sales Page. (Copy link to browser)Interested in Flock Rams? This year the Flock Rams group are selling on-property only at the DG Sale Complex, but won't be listed on AuctionsPlus.Please call David on 0428 918 372 for more details.Look for the new DG Sign!
Annual On-Property Sale - Thursday 12 October
Detpa Grove Sale Complex, Jeparit
& Livestream AuctionsPlus
Ewes 11.30 AM & Rams 1 PM
| www.detpagrove.com#detpagrove #sheep #whitesuffolk #whitesuffolkrams #whitesuffolkewes #ewesales #ramsales #primelambs #studrams #studewes #flockrams #flockramsforsale

Impressive sires in the October Stud Ram group - Lot 91 to Lot 94 ( in Lot order) - the youngest rams on offer & are sure to pack a punch!The 30 Stud Ram & Ewe videos are available to view on the DG website - https://www.detpagrove.com/sales/ (Copy link to browser)For all enquiries, please call David Pipkorn on 0428 918 372.Look for the new DG Sign!
Annual On-Property Sale - Thursday 12 October
Detpa Grove Sale Complex, Jeparit
& Livestream AuctionsPlus
Ewes 11.30 AM & Rams 1 PM
| www.detpagrove.com

Check out the 70 White Suffolk Sale Ewes on offer Thursday 12th October.
First 16 Lots selling individually then in Pens of 3.Our AuctionsPlus Lots are now all complete & all videos available to view on the DG website.Please note - this year the Flock Rams group are selling at auction in the DG Sale Complex, On-Property, Jeparit but won't be listed on AuctionsPlus.Look for the new DG Sign!
Annual On-Property Sale - Thursday 12 October
Detpa Grove Sale Complex, Jeparit
& Livestream AuctionsPlus
Ewes 11.30 AM & Rams 1 PM
All sale enquiries, please call David Pipkorn on 0428 918 372
| detpagrove.com#detpagrove #sheep #whitesuffolk #whitesuffolkrams #whitesuffolkewes #ewesales #ramsales #primelambs #studrams #studewes #flockrams #flockramsforsale

STUD RAM VIDEOS now available to view on our website. A terrific draft of White Suffolk Stud Rams - Lots 71 - 100 up for auction in October.Full details on all Stud Rams in the E-Catalogue along with Videos can be found here - https://www.detpagrove.com/sales/ (Copy link to web browser)All welcome at our Annual On-Property Sale - Thursday 12 October
Detpa Grove Sale Complex, Jeparit & Livestream AuctionsPlus
Ewes 11.30 AM & Rams 1 PM
All sale enquiries, please call David Pipkorn on 0428 918 372
| www.detpagrove.com#detpagrove #sheep #whitesuffolk #whitesuffolkrams #whitesuffolkewes #ewesales #ramsales #primelambs #studrams #studewes #flockrams #flockramsforsale

🔺The 2023 Annual Sale E-Catalogue is out now on our website.🔺We are very pleased to offer these high-quality drafts of 70 Stud Ewes, 30 Stud Rams, 36 Specially Selected & 123 Flock Rams to industry on Thursday 12 October.Pictured is Lot 71, DG220182 Tw, the first of the Lots in the 30 strong Stud Ram group. Preview all Sale Lots in our E-Catalogue on our website - www.detpagrove.com/sales/Printed Catalogues will be in the mail late next week with plenty of copies in the Sale Shed on Auction Day. If we missed you on our mailing list, please send us your details & will be sure to get one to you in the post.Dont miss our Annual On-Property Sale - Thursday 12 October
Detpa Grove Sale Complex, Jeparit & Livestream AuctionsPlus
Ewes 11.30 AM & Rams 1 PM
All sale enquiries, please call David Pipkorn on 0428 918 372
| www.detpagrove.com#detpagrove #sheep #whitesuffolk #whitesuffolkrams #whitesuffolkewes #ewesales #ramsales #primelambs #studrams #studewes #flockrams #flockramsforsale

This year’s White Suffolk stud ram team coming in for their catalogue order. They are shaping up as another impressive run of rams for your selection. Featuring REGAL, NOBLE, first sons of Yanco 200156 and others are representing a number of our 16 strong sire battery.
Auction is Thursday, October 12

A swag of rams & ewes sired by DG.200477 REGAL are coming through the Annual Sale this year.REGAL has brilliant type, with complete balance & is breeding exceptionally well. We haven't had a sire dominate our stud ram team like this since PRESTIGE a couple of decades ago when he had such an impact on the breed as a whole.With more than half the stud ram team sired by REGAL, there is plenty of opportunity to pick up his genetics.Dont miss our Annual On-Property Sale - Thursday 12 October
Detpa Grove Sale Complex, Jeparit & Livestream AuctionsPlus
Ewes 11.30 AM & Rams 1 PM
All sale enquiries, please call David Pipkorn on 0428 918 372
| www.detpagrove.com#detpagrove #sheep #whitesuffolk #whitesuffolkrams #whitesuffolkewes #ewesales #ramsales #primelambs #victorianramsales #studrams #farmlife #studewes #flockrams #flockramsforsale

The 2022 drop Flock Rams ready for shearing.They promise to present to our usual high standard at our upcoming Annual On-Property Sale, mid October.Annual On-Property Sale - Thursday 12 October
Detpa Grove Sale Complex, Jeparit & Livestream AuctionsPlus
Ewes 11.30 AM & Rams 1 PM
David Pipkorn - 0428 918 372
| www.detpagrove.com#detpagrove #sheep #whitesuffolk #whitesuffolkrams #whitesuffolkewes #ewesales #ramsales #primelambs #victorianramsales #studrams #farmlife #studewes #flockrams #flockramsforsale

A couple of smart young rams (almost 12 mths old) David snapped on the weekend.These 2 rams may be of interest at our upcoming Annual Sale - both out of exceptional ewes & are first sons of new purchased sires.Top left is DG 220732 by REGAL 200477 & to the right of him is DG 220680 by Yanco 200156 (extreme EQ SBVs)Please call David on 0428 918 372 for more information or to arrange a time to look over the Stud Ram Sale Team.Annual On-Property Sale - Thursday 12 October
Detpa Grove Sale Complex, Jeparit & Livestream AuctionsPlus
Ewes 11.30 AM & Rams 1 PM
David Pipkorn - 0428 918 372
| www.detpagrove.com#detpagrove #sheep #whitesuffolk #whitesuffolkrams #whitesuffolkewes #ewesales #ramsales #primelambs #victorianramsales #studrams #farmlife #studewes #flockrams #flockramsforsale

Select rams from the Stud Group selling on Thursday 12 October. We think you get the picture of the high quality on offer this year.From left to right...🔺DG 220182 - (used as a lamb) by EM.190004 out of a 190438 daughter.
🔺DG 220446 - by REGAL out of an exceptional daughter of 140101.
🔺DG 220092 - (used as a lamb) by 210280 out of a SM.160067 daughter.
🔺DG 220128 - by REGAL out of $3.6K Ramsay Park ewe.
🔺DG 220368 - by NOBLE out of dam of 200247 that has bred so well for Mertex last year.
🔺DG 220129 - by REGAL out of a classy BG.MAGNUM daughter.
🔺DG220304 - an ET son of REGAL out of consistent donor 180349Please call David on 0428 918 372 for more information or to arrange a time to look over the Stud Ram Sale Team.Annual On-Property Sale - Thursday 12 October
Detpa Grove Sale Complex, Jeparit & Livestream AuctionsPlus
Ewes 11.30 AM & Rams 1 PM
David Pipkorn - 0428 918 372
| www.detpagrove.com#detpagrove #sheep #whitesuffolk #whitesuffolkrams #whitesuffolkewes #ewesales #ramsales #primelambs #victorianramsales #studrams #farmlife #studewes #flockrams #flockramsforsale

Presenting this year's Flock Ram draft.Annual On-Property Sale - Thursday 12 October
Detpa Grove Sale Complex, Jeparit & Livestream AuctionsPlus
Ewes 11.30 AM & Rams 1 PM
David Pipkorn - 0428 918 372
| www.detpagrove.com#detpagrove #sheep #whitesuffolk #whitesuffolkrams #whitesuffolkewes #ewesales #ramsales #primelambs #victorianramsales #studrams #farmlife #studewes #flockrams #flockramsforsale

LATEST NEWS

Detpa Grove stoked with 35th Annual Sale selling to almost every state

A White Suffolk stud at Jeparit has sold to nearly each Australian state at its 35th annual sale, and is “stoked” with the results.

Detpa Grove White Suffolk stud principal David Pipkorn said the ewes and rams went to most Australian states this year, with a “good mix” of buyers in attendance and online.

Detpa Grove White Suffolks top at $12,500 in solid sale result

A structurally outstanding and elite performance offering of 259 Detpa Grove White Suffolk rams & and ewes were offered by the Pipkorn family at their 35th annual on-property production sale at Jeparit, Victoria on Thursday 12th October.

The stud offered 69 stud ewes, 28 stud rams, 35 specially selected rams and 119 flock rams for competition, with 206 head finding new homes at auction.

Sound structured sheep secret to Detpa Grove success

A balanced approach to breeding has bode well for Depta Grove White Suffolks over the years, and their 35th annual sale is sure to be no different.

Principal David Pipkorn has been breeding sheep for more than four decades and says sound structured animals have underpinned all he has achieved.

ABOUT DETPA GROVE

Founded in 1981, using our Suffolk stud as a base, we purchased select Poll Dorsets to introduce the “white gene”. Since then, we have very selectively introduced key genetics to complement & expand our developing stud base.

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David & Michelle Pipkorn
0428 918 372

961 Lorquon Rd,
Jeparit VIC 3423

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