Note: All stocks of semen for this bull have now been sold, but you can still view James' photo gallery using the link below. Both Sire and Dam are registered in the herd book of The Highland Cattle Society, Scotland, with a background of famous folds such as Ulva, Leys, Auchnacraig and Balmoral.ĭuring the nineties James was considered by many to be one of the best bulls available in Australia. With property and the means to care for them, they can be a good investment and choice for livestock to raise for meat. They produce excellent quality beef and are very hardy, easy to train, docile, interesting, adorable, and intelligent. James of Cruachan is an award winning bull with 100% Scottish genetics. One breed to consider is Scottish Highland cattle. Ideal for those people looking for animals to raise as beef for the freezer or to beautify their property and keep the grass down.Īvailable for sale from seven months of age and are fully vaccinated. Our heifers are available for sale from seven months of age and they are fully vaccinated, including Pestigard. Highland Heifers Sold outĪ good range of lovely 'wee lassies' to choose from. All our cattle are derived from fully imported bloodlines. With calves (so cute) at foot and / or Pregnancy Tested In Calf (PTIC). Our bulls, much admired for their excellent muscling, are carefully selected for their quiet nature and 'type'. Property Identification Code: 3WLEK104 Available Whether you want something pretty to look at, or whether you are looking for sound breeding stock as the foundation for your herd, we're sure to have something to suit your needs.Ī "National Vendor Declaration" is supplied with all cattle sales. Discover exactly where you can see Highland cows in Scotland in. You’ll find them throughout Scotland in places like the Cairngorms, the Isle of Mull, Galloway Forest Park, and many other places. We usually have a range of Scottish Highland Cattle for sale. Highland cows are a Scottish breed of rustic cattle known for their thick, shaggy coats that enable them to survive in the harshest of temperatures. Click on this link to view Frequently Asked Questions For an explanation of Highland Cattle grading-up in Australia see our article titled " Fullblood, Graded, or What".įor those completely new to the breed of Highland Cattle we have a list of common questions, which also corrects some common myths. This means that there is no grading-up from any other breed of cattle within their pedigrees, so our genetics are totally 100% Scottish Highland Cattle. We have been a member of The Australian Highland Catle Society since attending the inaugural meeting in 1988.Īll our stock are derived from Fully Imported Bloodlines and these cattle are often referred to as "Fullblood". "We sold a cow and calf for $17,100, and a commercial bull made north of $16,000 a few weeks ago as well.Located in Victoria, Australia and founded in 1987, we have been at the forefront of breeding these wonderful animals for 36 years, and have imported animals, embryos, and semen from overseas.
We put them up on Auctions Plus, and it went ballistic. "They are not the accessible couple of weaners you used to find in the last few pens at a store sale. "When people call up now about Highlands, the first thing you do is warn them about the price," Ms Lewis said. Sign up for Rural RoundUp: Stories from rural and regional Australia, in your inbox every Friday, or for Rural news daily.Ĭorcoran and Parker Wodonga livestock agent Katie Lewis said Highland cattle were once a novelty farmers would pick up cheap at the saleyards, but in the past 12 months, it was becoming a bidding war online.Visit ABC Rural for agriculture and mining news, including weather and the markets."But I fear what will happen when people start to get desperate, what kinds of animals we will see around." Get the latest rural news However, Dr Hastie said it was frustrating to be a Highland breeder at the moment as the demand was so high.
0 kommentar(er)
