Information about the breed

Today's modern Ayrshire cow has an ideal make-up to be able to compete with all breeds in all conditions. There are many pluses for the commercial breeder to use Ayrshire semen.

Calving Ease

Aryshires are well known for their trouble free, ease of calving with heifers having few problems. Cross bred calves both dairy and beef are usually no problems.

Ideal Milk Components

The Ayrshire milk is naturally high in protein with an ideal fat/protein ratio for the modern milk market. This is complemented by a cow that can supply large quantities of milk.

Low Mastitis Counts

With factories today paying more attention to mastitis counts and setting maximum allowable herd cell counts with bonuses for low cell counts, farmers are now more aware of their mastitis counts. The Ayrshire is on average a low cell count dairy cow.

Adaptability

The Ayrshire is well known for her foraging ability in all types of terrain and climates. A versatile cow that will show her true worth when conditions get tough.

Longevity

With today's dairy farmers closely watching their budget, a cow that stays producing longer in the herd is what we are all looking for. Ayrshires have proven that they can remain 'sound' year after year producing milk well after others have fallen. This accompanied with a healthy cow having fewer vet visits makes her a much more economical option.

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For further information please contact your nearest Branch Secretary

NSW - Janine Eagles- 02 6344 8418

VIC - Mike Perry - 03 5628 1458

QLD - Margaret Schneider - 07 5496 1740

SA - Leonie Duncan - 08 8388 3043

TAS - Matthew Luck - 03 6437 6392

National President - Greg Edmonds - 08 8388 3745

National Treasurer - John Eagles - 02 6344 8345

Ayrshire Australian Ltd would like to offer our support to those members effected by the bush fires in Victoria and the flooding in Queensland if you have been affected and need some help and support i have been contacted by a number of members offering this help please contact me and I will endeavour to put you in contact with those members who would like to help out.

SAVE AN AYRSHIRE HERD - Help save Hurlstone Agricultural Educational Property (SHEAP)

The NSW Government plans to sell up to 140ha of Hurstone Agricultural High Schools Property for housing development. This will bring an end to the operation of the schools Ayrshire cattle stud and operational dairy. The school also shows the cattle at the Sydney Royal Easter Show. On the 24th March at 12 noon at Parliament House a Forum has been called to debate the future of agricultural education in NSW and the future of the Hurlstone farm. Support at this forum is very important if we are able to save teh farm and teh Ayrshire cattle stud.

If you are able to attend could you please contact Felciity on 02 4267 4059 as the forum is by invititation only. To find our more about this campaingn and how else to help visit our website at www.sheap.org