International Livestock Auctioneer Championships

Last Updated April 13, 2012

Thirty-five? Thirty-five? Would you bid a thirty-five? Who’s gonna bid it at a thirty-five dollar bid?


The fastest mouths in the west will be at it again this year during the 24th annual International Livestock Auctioneer Competition under the Calgary Stampede’s Big Top, vying to fill the big boots of 2011 champion Rod Burnett, Armstong, BC.
Contestants will start the bidding at Olds Auction Market, Olds, with the top 10 advancing to the final round on Park on Saturday, July 14. Finalists will be required to sell brand consignment cattle and one Black Box item.


Competitors will be judged on rhythm, clarity, voice control, and livestock knowledge, as well as their ability to spot bids and conduct a sale.