Emerald agent Justin Rohde has placed second in the 2023 ALPA National Young Auctioneers Competition at the Sydney Royal Easter Show.
In an exhilarating display of talent, the nation’s best young auctioneers showed great flair, personality and determination in selling three diligently prepared show steers.
The competitors were judged on their diction, values, voice and manner, as well as their presence and unique style.
“I feel really honoured to place runner up, especially in such a strong field of agents from across the country,” he said.
“I want to say a big thank you to the whole team at Nutrien and everyone who has been behind me over the past five years I’ve been with the company.
“I definitely wouldn’t be here today without the support of my team, community, vendors and buyers.”
Also representing Nutrien in the “battle of the gavel” was Jake Robinson, Nutrien Dalby, Jack Guy, Nutrien Bordertown, South Australia and Jack Ginnane, Nutrien South Gippsland, Leongatha, Victoria
Gundagai-based Elders agent Harry Waters won the competition in front of a packed auditorium at the Sydney Royal Easter Show.
ALPA CEO Peter Baldwin said: “Livestock auctioneering is a time honoured and specialised skill.
“ALPA takes great pride in the fact that not only did these young auctioneers deliver the highest and best price outcomes for their vendor, they provided inspiration for the next generation.
“This is a living testament of the importance of selling livestock in saleyards and our unstinting commitment to professional development and education of our up-and-coming young women and men in this great industry.“
Justin Rohde
Nutrien Ag Solutions, Emerald
Age: 23
Years in industry: Five
Qualifications: Chattel Auctioneer, AuctionsPlus Level 3 cattle assessor
Selling responsibility: Prime and store cattle weekly at Emerald, stud cattle and clearing sales.
