NASHVILLE, Tenn. (RFD-TV) — The Music City Celebration Sale has become a go-to event for all breeds within the dairy industry, showcasing high-type cattle from across North America. The annual auction kicks off Saturday, December 13, and is expected to draw hundreds of breeders to Nashville. Sales managers Tim and Sharyn Abbott joined Market Day Report after the event to provide a recap of the event and its success.
In their conversation with RFD-TV News, the Abbotts discussed the continued growth and reputation of the sale as a premier destination for elite dairy genetics. They also shared insight into what makes the Music City Celebration Sale a standout event for breeders traveling in from across the country and beyond — and why you should attend next year’s event!
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