Square Meaters the new dimension in premium beef production
Square Meaters are a moderate framed Australian breed of beef cattle. They are perfectly suited to the highly variable Australian temperate climate. They have an ability to hold condition in hard times and flourish in normal conditions.
Their capacity to finish on grass allows breeders to lay claim to the cattle being a sustainable breed under Australian grazing conditions.
CONSISTENT PERFORMERS
Square Meaters were established as a breed to provide premium beef to the domestic market. Early maturity, heavy muscling and even fat cover are the genetic traits that allow the breed to consistently provide 8 to 9 month weaners of 225 – 275 kgs or 12 to 14 month yearlings of 380 – 420 kgs off grass, making them an ideal fit with the domestic market specifications and pasture fed assurance certification.
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Perth Royal Show 2022
September 22nd 2022 saw Preston Rise Square Meaters embark on the Perth Royal Show with a team of 15 animals; 2 cow and calf units, 3 bulls, 6 heifers and 2 steers. The Steers [...]
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Square Meaters were established to “provide premium beef to the domestic market”
Square Meaters are a moderate framed breed with selected genetics that promote early maturity, good muscling and even fat cover. As yearling of 380 – 420kgs Square Meaters ideally fit the MLA domestic beef specification. For consumers they offer nicely portioned cuts of beef with exceptional eating quality. The Cattle are bred to finish on grass and fit sustainably in the Australian temperate climate.
SOCIAL MEDIA
Qld Country Life acknowledging Gary Sewell’s life with his beloved Square Meaters. Oakvale Square Meaters will live on through Gary’s knowledge of genetics…
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Will be remembered for his work in the square meater breed🙏
Accolades Golden Pastoral. Lachie and Lou have what it takes to take the breed further…thank you
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VALE
Marlene Hodges/Ross
It is with great regret that we announce the death of Marlene Hodges/Ross.
Marlene’s health had declined over the last few years and she passed away on the 12th November 2024.
Marlene was the loving partner of Eric Ross(Life Member).
The funeral arrangements are as follows and you are all welcome to attend.
Place: Great Southern Memorial Park
Address: 1774-1794 Mount Cotton Road, Carbook
Date/time: 2pm Thursday 21/11/24
There will be a cuppa after the funeral at the event location.
For those who cannot attend in person the funeral will be streamed. I do have those details so if you would like to Stream in just email me and I will forward you the details.
Marlene will be interred in Mackay at a private family event on Tuesday 26/11/24. This will be followed by a gathering of family and friends at 12.30pm at the Ocean International, 1 Bridge Road, Mackay to remember all the fun times had with Marlene. You are all welcome to attend if you would like and are able.
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Sincere condolences on your loss, Eric. Enjoyed lovely times and memories with Marlene and yourself. RIP Marlene, your smile and kindness is remembered.
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Gary Sewell
1961 - 2024
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the sudden
passing of Gary Sewell.
Principle of Oakvale Square Meaters 2002 - 2023
Life Member of SMCAA 2016 - 2024
Gary passed away on Monday 4th November 2024 after a
short illness, with his family around him.
Gary was a dedicated Life Member of the Square Meaters
Cattle Association of Australia and is survived by his wife
Heather, son David and Kellie, daughter Samantha and Ben and
grandchildren Riley, Izabell and Lane.
It is the wish of Gary and the family that flowers not be sent.
A gathering will be held at a later date
to celebrate Gary’s Life.
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So sorry to hear this. Gary was an extremely dedicated visionary. Deepest condolences to his family. RIP.
From the time that I shared on the board with Gary I have much respect for a cattle wise and dedicated gentleman. Lots of chats and a few debates - I always learnt something new. My thoughts are with the Sewell family at this very sad time.