There was a big Easter surprise at Longoe Farm in Caithness on Saturday when a heifer from the Castle of Mey Aberdeen-Angus herd gave birth to triplets sired by the AI sire Blelack Duke.  Farm Managers, Danny and Sandy McCarthy, were both surprised and delighted with the new arrivals as this is the first time that triplet calves have been …

Show and sale season is upon us and calving well underway in many herds, we’re sure it’s been a busy week for all of our members and we hope you have been enjoying some nicer weather and brighter nights. Local shows and sales We know all the local clubs will be gearing up for their summer shows and we want …

Hugh Watson is recognised as the first great founder of what became the Aberdeen-Angus breed, having been instrumental in selecting the highest quality black, polled animals for his herd. In the honour of Mr Watson, a memorial is set to be unveiled at Glamis Castle, the home of the late Queen Mother’s grandfather, on Saturday 1st July 2017 as part …

One of the most eagerly anticipated events within this year’s World Angus Forum schedule is the two-day Technical Conference: From Consumption to Conception, taking place from Sunday 25th to Monday 26th June at the Assembly Rooms in Edinburgh. The conference will be packed with knowledge, giving delegates the chance to learn more about every level of the beef production process. …