Highland cattle are a majestic breed without equal. Their written history dates back many centuries in the highlands of Scotland which makes them one of the oldest known breeds of cattle. They are a ‘natural’ breed – they have not changed much over the centuries. The fact that we haven’t messed with them overly gives rise to their most well known characteristics – ease of calving, docility, excellent quality beef and low maintenance.
What's New?
Bree’s Bovine Behaviour
Since 2018, Bree has been teaching a new way of thinking about moving and training cattle with Natural Cowmanship. If you want to understand your
Accommodation
Accommodation is now available at “Ballybrook Farm” (or at “Cnoc Dubh Farm” 5 minutes down the road). If you simply want to get away from
Photo Shoot
(Private Photo Session at Ballybrook Farm)
Have your very own photo session with our professional photographer, including your choice of our Highland cows and
Farm Tours (Pat a Cow)
Highland Cow Experience & Farm Tour – Want to get up close and personal with a Highland cow, or see a bunch of adorable Highland
2024 Australian Highland National Show
Sunday 9th June, 2024
Geelong Showgrounds
Come see the best of Highland cattle from all over Australia, starting at 9.00am (or better still, come for the whole King’s Birthday weekend to see all the festivities).
For more information on the pinnacle of the Highland cattle calendar, CLICK HERE.
Get your own Bairnsley Genetics .......
Semen Sales
Whether you are grading up your Highlands or you want to significantly improve the quality of your stock, quickly, AI is a very simple & cost effected alternative.
Contact us if you are interested in AI or if you wanted to know more information.
(AU 6,262) (USA 49,802)
Available in:
Australia & New Zealand
USA & Canada,
South Africa,
Russia
& some other countries.
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Available in:
Australia
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Available in:
Australia
(UK NEPOO335)
Available in:
Australia
(OUT OF STOCK currently)
Embryo Sales
A limited number of embryos are available from our top cows and hand selected Scottish bulls and local bulls.
Contact us if you are interested in embryos or if you want to know more information.
Cows that were flushed ……
Bulls that were used ……
A Must Read for Anyone Interested in this Majestic Breed
Highland Cattle” by Dr Stephan Janz is the new bible for Highland breeders & enthusiasts alike. I can not recommend this book highly enough, being the culmination of a life of dedication to the breed. Stephan is well known throughout the world as a Highland breeder, cattle judge & devoted historian. He has spent the last decade researching and refining this work, providing insite into the breed’s long history, peculiarities (eg colour, crop ear), but also husbandary and his thoughts on showing & marketing the breed, just to mention some of the chapters.
For an idea on content, CLICK HERE to see an index & summary.
Cost is A$108 (plus A$19 P&H to anywhere in Australia). I am taking orders for the next shipment which is expected towards the end of February.