Recent Auction News
FEM Dohnes- Second Production sale 2026
FEM Dohnes held their second production sale for 2026 on the 19th of August. An average price of R17,725 was achieved for the 40 rams sold. Congratulations to Yaniv Dohnes of Swartberg on the purchase of the top priced ram for R65,000. This ram (SD240317) had breeding values of: number of lambs weaned per ewe […]
Olyvenbosch Dohnes – Production sale 2026
Olyvenbosch Dohnes held their annual production sale on the 13th of August 2026. The 52 ramms on offer sold at an average price of R13,538. The top price ram (SP250333) sold for R22,000. Congratulation to Johan du Plessis on this purchase. This ram (SP250333) had breeding values of: number of lambs weaned per ewe lifetime […]
Schietfontein Dohnes – Production sale 2026
Schietfontein Dohnes, witch forms part of the Gariep Superior Genetics group, sold their rams on the 11th of August 2026. The 24 rams on offer sold for an average price of R10,792. Congratulations to Nelius Booysen of Fauresmith on the purchase of the top price ram for R18,000. This twin born ram (DJ250036) had breeding […]
Recent General News
Dohne Australia- June 2026
Explore the latest Dohne Merino news, 2026 event updates, the new Dohne Merino Calendar, breeder education, and the upcoming World Dohne Merino Conference.
Dohne Australia – May 2026
Discover the latest Dohne Merino news, including historic Walgett Show Merino Wether Trial wins, 2026 events, breeder education, Sheep Genetics updates, and the World Dohne Merino Conference.
Dohne Australia- April 2026
Preparations are underway for the 2026 Australian Sheep and Wool Show Dohne Merino Marquee, featuring educational programs, stud displays, fashion showcases, judging events, and industry sponsorships. Read the latest updates on Sheep Genetics, the NSW Dohne Prime Lamb Schools Competition, and upcoming Dohne Merino events in Australia and South Africa.
Top Elite Sires
| Animal | Sire | BW |
|---|---|---|
| LW190315 | JW170619 | 3.96 |
| JF230006 | LW190315 | 5.2 |
| JW150558 | JW130407 | 4.2 |
| JF220615 | JF200749 | 4.28 |
| JF230813 | JF200677 | 4.26 |
| BB210492 | JW190158 | 8.67 |
| SD210047 | SD190192 | 2.86 |
| WW222021 | SD170272 | 5.34 |
| SP210523 | JW170679 | 2.21 |
| JW210532 | JU170023 | 4.23 |
| GW220273 | OB200129 | 3.84 |
Top Young Sires
| Animal | Sire | BW |
|---|---|---|
| JF240489 | JF221217 | 5.48 |
| SD230454 | SD210663 | 5.68 |
| JG240748 | JG222441 | 7.28 |
| JF241095 | JF220835 | 6.05 |
| JF240613 | JF220615 | 4.07 |
| JF240588 | JF230015 | 5.78 |
| US240012 | JD210486 | 5.44 |
| MV240191 | JW150558 | 2.47 |
| JF240528 | US220416 | 7.38 |
| JF240978 | JF221217 | 4.98 |
| MV240117 | LW190315 | 2.19 |
Recent Sales Results
| Date | Sale | # | Average | Highest |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/10/2025 | ALL-IN-ONE-CRUX, EDENBURG | 38 | R9,540 | R22,000 |
| 27/09/2025 | PERDEFONTEIN, CLANWILLIAM | 31 | R13,839 | R25,000 |
| 26/09/2025 | CORLIA KLEYNHANS, VENTERSBURG | 30 | R12,033 | R24,000 |
| 25/09/2025 | WESKUS VEILING, VREDENBURG | 10 | R8,200 | R10,000 |
| 11/09/2025 | COLESBERG MULTI BREED SALE | 4 | R6,750 | R9,000 |