LIVESTOCK

During the year we finish approximately 200-220 cattle. These are on a 60/40 split between continental breeds and our native Hereford-Cross cattle. These are a cross between a Hereford mother mated with an Angus or Simmental bull. The cattle are bought from local auction rings/cattle markets, e.g. Hereford, Ross on Wye, Brecon and Ludlow. We also buy from a cattle buyer who sources the cattle that we like on our behalf.

In the summer time where possible, the cattle are allowed to graze the fields and are on a fed on a diet of just grass. In the winter time, they are housed in pens of similar age and breed. This allows them space, clean water and fresh straw every day. All of the ingredients that they eat are completely GM-free and grown on the farm.