FAQ

Breeders' World/ BW Final Drive Youth Auctions: FAQ
1. What are the different options for hosting our Youth Premium Auction?
Breeders' World Final Drive offers several options:
"Add On" options: Allow individuals to financially support youth exhibitors without bidding on the animal itself. Donors can contribute additional funds to specific lots as a gift to the exhibitor.
Live Auction Clerking: traditional live auction with auctioneer of fairs choice. BW Final Drive will supply staff on sale day to clerk/ cashier your auction. Contact us early to insure staff availability.
Online Auctions: Similar to traditional live auctions, bidders compete for the premium bid. This format provides flexibility as the fair can choose whether or not the buyer takes possession of the animal. 
Broadcast/Simulcast: Combines live bidding with online participation, allowing for a wider audience. It includes live video and audio feeds, a live bidding screen, and the option for add-ons.
2. How does the "Add On" feature work?
Individuals can contribute additional funds to specific lots even after the premium auction closes. They simply type in their offer and submit it. The add-on period can be customized to end 2, 3, 4, 5, or 7 days after the premium auction close.
NEW Feature: Buyers can now choose to display their company name or remain anonymous when placing an add-on.
3. Can youth exhibitors be involved in the online auction
process?
Yes! Breeders' World encourages youth participation. Each lot has a unique URL to facilitate promotion on social media and other platforms.
4. How are funds collected and distributed?
The collection process is determined by the agreement between the fair and Breeders' World/BW Final Drive. Breeders' World/BW Final Drive can collect the funds or the show can handle it. If the fair collects, the online payment option will be deactivated. Net proceeds are then distributed to the fair, who then distributes them to the youth exhibitors according to their standard procedures.
5. Does Breeders' World/BW Final Drive offer any additional resources to support our auction?
Yes, they offer several resources:
Processor Selection Form: Allows buyers to choose their preferred processor and can be customized to limit slots per processor and species.
Lot Entry Form: Simplifies the collection of lot information and photos.
Marketing Guidance: Provides step-by-step instructions for fairs to share with exhibitors on how to effectively promote their projects on social media.
6. What is Breeders' World/BW Final Drive experience in conducting online livestock auctions?
Breeders' World has been a pioneer in online livestock auctions since 2005. They were the first company to offer online auctions for cattle, sheep, and goats.
They have successfully sold millions of dollars’ worth of livestock across the US and Canada.
In 2020 alone, they conducted over 40 fair sales, totaling over 6,000 lots and generating over $3.8 million in sales.
7. What reports does Breeders' World/BW Final Drive provide to fairs after the auction?
Breeders' World provides comprehensive reports in both Excel and PDF formats, including:
Summary of All Lots Sold: Provides a detailed overview of all successful transactions.
Summary of Add-On's: Details all add-on contributions made to specific lots.
Payment Reports: Tracks all payments received and outstanding balances.
Exhibitor Final Summary: Summarizes the final financial outcome for each exhibitor.
8. How can we contact Breeders' World for more information?
You can reach Breeders' World at:
Office: 567-214-4081
Roger M Hunker (Auctioneer): 419-217-2828
Email: roger@breedersworld.com or stephanie@breedersworld.com