For the Gilbert family, the decision to switch from continental cattle to Aberdeen-Angus wasn’t driven by pedigree ambitions but a desire to build a more resilient and profitable suckler beef system. Yet eight years in, demand for both breeding bulls and females is rapidly growing, with plans to further expand the herd. Brothers Harry and George Gilbert farm in partnership …
North East Baker Murdoch Allan Aims to Be Cut Above with Butcher Shop Expansion
North East Baker Murdoch Allan Aims to Be Cut Above with Butcher Shop Expansion
Aberdeenshire-based family business Murdoch Allan has opened its first butcher shop as part of its commitment to improve access to local, affordable and high-quality produce. The shop in Peterhead, which opens today, will offer locally sourced meats, restaurant-quality pre-prepared meals, and sides as part of its vision to create a one-stop destination for quality butchery products. The new shop …
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Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society Launches the Dairy Beef Index
Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society Launches the Dairy Beef Index
Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society launches new Dairy Beef Index to support improved sire selection The Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society has launched a new Dairy Beef Index to help dairy farmers pick the right genetics by identifying Aberdeen-Angus sires suited to maximising dairy cow performance alongside the commercial potential of the calf. It is the first dedicated index of its kind to be …
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World Angus Secretariat 2027
World Angus Secretariat 2027
To be held in Brazil from 8–19 May 2027. This is a fantastic opportunity for Angus breeders, producers, researchers and industry leaders from around the world to come together in Brazil for an exceptional programme of genetics, science, sustainability, technical visits, business, networking and the Angus Show and Elite Auction. The Brazilian hosts have put together an exciting 12-day …
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Moffat Aberdeen-Angus Production Sale
Moffat Aberdeen-Angus Production Sale
Production Sale & Celebration of 150th Aberdeen-Angus Herd Book & 34 Years of Aberdeen-Angus Registrations, Herd Books 116 to 150 Beef Breeding Sale Monday 14th September Caledonian Marts Ltd, Stirling, FK7 7LS Member of SAC Premium Cattle Health Scheme Accredited free since 2010 of: BVD Lepto Johnes Risk Level 1 TB Testing Exempt Stock for sale, including: 8 Bulls 15-18 …