This year’s Agrifest Southwest competition, held at the Westpoint Arena in Devon, saw an exceptional turnout of cattle. The Hereford classes were particularly well supported, attracting nearly 30 entries from a wide range of exhibitors.
The day began with the pedigree Hereford bull calf class for animals born in 2025. Due to high numbers, the class was split into two heats. Winning the first was Baybridge 1 Clyde, bred by Mr. Les Gould and exhibited by grandchildren Pete and Jo Compton. This January-born calf oozed style from the moment he entered the ring, making judge Ms. Maddie Clarke of Llanrwst, Wales, confident in her decision. His thickness, balance, and overall presence secured him the top spot.
The second heat was won by Bayridge 1 Crackalacking, also from Mr. Gould. This February-born calf showcased the same style and correctness, with both bulls being sired by Weybrook 1 Drake. When the heat winners went head-to-head, Bayridge 1 Clyde came out on top. He continued his strong run by taking the reserve pedigree native calf male championship.
In the pedigree Hereford heifer calf class for 2025-born animals, seven strong females came forward. Allwood 1 Greta 2nd from F. J. Wood & Sons was the clear winner. The February-born heifer is sired by River Dale 1 Whizz Kid and out of Dendor 1 Greta 33rd. She went on to secure the reserve pedigree native calf female championship, with Ms. Clarke praising her femininity, flashy appearance, and ring presence. She then impressed once again by taking the reserve pedigree native calf championship.
Senior Section
In the Hereford senior bull calf class (born 1 September–31 December 2024), first place went to Midford 1 Crackerjack from W. Awan. The journey from Bath, Somerset, proved worthwhile as Crackerjack went on to secure the pedigree senior male, senior pedigree calf champion, and native senior male champion titles. This October 2024-born bull has already tasted success, previously winning junior male champion and reserve male champion at this year’s National Poll Show. He is sired by Kinglee 1 The New One and out of Gouldingpoll 1 Ravette 738.
Taking reserve native senior male champion was Allwood 1 Captain from F. J. Wood & Sons. This September 2024-born bull is out of Pepperstock 1 Orchid V707 and sired by Gouldingpoll 1 Duncan.
Young Native Bull of the Year (Born in 2024)
A strong entry of ten bulls, representing five native breeds, competed for this title. Allwood 1 Brigadier, also from F. J. Wood & Sons, placed 2nd overall, a notable achievement for the South Devon-based Wood family. Impressively, the result was a unanimous decision by both judges, Ms. Maddie Clarke and continental judge Ben Maskell. Brigadier is sired by Dendor 1 Kohinoor and out of Rempstone 1 Anna Mary N506.
Full Results
Pedigree Native Calf Female Champion – Reserve – Allwood 1 Greta 2nd – FJ Wood & Sons
Pedigree Native Calf Male Champion – Reserve – Baybridge 1 Clyde – Mr L Gould
Pedigree Native Calf Champion – Reserve overall – Allwood 1 Greta 2nd – FJ Wood & Sons
Native Senior Male Champion – Midford 1 Crackerjack – W Awan
Reserve Native Senior Male Champion – Allwood 1 Captain – FJ Wood & Sons
Pedigree Senior Male and Senior Pedigree Calf Champion – Midford 1 Crackerjack – W Awan
Pedigree Hereford bull calf born in 2025 (split class due to high entries)
1st – Baybridge 1 Clyde – Mr L Gould
2nd – Keadyview 1 Casino – Keadyview Livestock
3rd – Creuddyn 1 Chillout – Mr G Davies
1st – Baybridge 1 Crackalacking – Mr L Gould
2nd – Keadyview 1 Cuddles – Keadyview Livestock
3rd – Lanscombe 1 Gunmar – RA & VA Mitchell
Overall – Baybridge 1 Clyde – Mr L Gould
Reserve – Baybridge 1 Crackalacking – Mr L Gould
Pedigree Hereford heifer calf born in 2025
1st – Allwood 1 Greta 2nd – FJ Wood & Sons
2nd – Allwood 1 Miss 2nd – FJ Wood & Sons
3rd – Lanscombe 1 Gracie – RA & VA Mitchell
Senior Hereford bull calf born between 1st September to 31st December 2024
1st – Midford 1 Crackerjack – W Awan
2nd – Allwood 1 Captain – FJ Wood & Sons
3rd – Adzor Curiosity – DJ Makin
Senior Hereford heifer calf born between 1st September to 31st December should this be 2024
1st – Allwood 1 Mink 2nd – FJ Wood & Sons
2nd – Creuddyn Curly – Mr G Davies
3rd – Spartan 1 Oyster Gem Sv C271 – SC & GL Hartwright