We run a suckler herd of 270 cows. This means that each cow will give birth to one calf, occasionally two, which will stay with the mother until he, or she, is weaned at 6 months of age. By only having one calf, each cow is able to provide plenty of milk, and by staying together for 6 months we can ensure that the calf is eating plenty of solid food before being weaned. All the male animals are castrated with a simple rubber ring at an early age which results in better quality meat, and all calves are de-horned with a rub-on paste to prevent damage to themselves and the handlers!

The cows are a variety of popular continental breeds such as Limousin, Charolais, Hereford and Shorthorn, recognised for their good meat characteristics and calve indoors at the end of April. They are quickly turned out to grass with their offspring to enjoy the good summer and Autumn weather outdoors, where the cows are served by our own bulls to fall preganant again with next years calf. Meanwhile the youngstock are 'finished' on a cereal based diet to be ready for the shop at 12 – 18 months of age. This system allows us to use very few vaccinations or medication.