2014 Highland Breeders' Journal by Highland Cattle Society

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2014

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List of Contents ■ President’s Message ■ Office Bearers & Council Members ■ Club News ■ Guaranteed Pure Highland Beef Rules ■ 15th Highland Cattle Show - Switzerland ■ Summer Show Results ■ Health Status - A Longlasting Benefit ■ Society Sales ■ Southern Muster 2014 ■ HCS Merchandise ■ Highland Cattle American Style ■ Let’s Go West - Spring Market 2014

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■ Tregallon Highlanders ■ Breeders’ Map & Directory ■ Crop Ear ■ SAC Technical Notes ■ Summer Show Reports ■ Royal Highland Winter Fair ■ Stars of the Future ■ Highland Fling ■ CKD - Estates Review 2014 ■ Obituary ■ Social Scene

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Acknowledgements The editor would like to thank all those who have contributed to the 2014 Highland Breeders Journal including the Club Secretaries, The Scottish Farmer Team, Shirley Derani, Paul Johnstone, Carol Jeffrey & Joyce Brady. Our contributors Skylar Anderson, Ian Pritchard, Dr Stephan Janz, Sabine Busse, Mara Simonetta, CKD Galbraith, Davidsons Animal Feeds. Photographers – Jacqueline Pettigrew- The Scottish Farmer, Joe Watson – Press & Journal, MacGregor Photography, Wayne Hutchinson, Lesley Matheson. Also a huge thank you to those I have forgotten to mention. The editor is not responsible for any errors or omissions and all information was correct at time of going to print to the best of the Editor’s knowledge. Front Page Picture – Sarah waiting for Hay - Berbérust-Lias, Midi-Pyrenees, France – photo Seb Hunt-Cam

Advertisers Index Achadunan Farm ............................. 40

Cnoc .......................................................3

McFarlane Gray ................................120

Allanfearn ..............................................2

Conich ..................................................46

Meggernie ...........................................16

Anloo....................................................17

Davidson Feeds ................................117

Michael Macgregor Photography....55

Applecross...........................................53

Drimnin................................................36

Ashmore ..............................................54

Eckington.............................................54

Augustenhof .......................................43

Finnie 4x4 ....................................... OBC

Balmoral Estates.................................42

Frank Marshall ....................................42

Balnabroich .........................................51

German Highland Cattle Society .114

Barclays ..............................................109

Glamis Castle ......................................19

Osmonds .............................................93

Benmore ..............................................38

Glengorm...............................................5

Pennygown..........................................44

Bien Esk ...............................................45

Gotsgarten ..........................................49

Pollok .....................................................7

Black Bull Whisky............................ 138

Hellifield Highlanders........................39

R McDougall .......................................48

Borland Fold .........................................6

Highland Cattle Society ....................47

Brue ......................................................11

Hunters ................................................48

Caledonian Marts ............................. 96

Jan Clizer, Artist .................................52

Caillaich Fold ......................................35

Killochries..............................................9

Callachally ...........................................38

Kynedor ...............................................10

CKD Galbraith ..................................147

Ledingham Chalmers ......................107

Shearwell .............................................52

Cladich Argyll......................................37

Lochdochart ........................................46

UA Operations Ltd.............................47

Cloan ..................................................IBC

MacDonald Ardbhan.........................50

Woodneuk...........................................18

Mottistone .........................................IFC Neils Quick Release Halters .............40 Oberberg .............................................36 Ormsary ...............................................41

Ritchie ..................................................20 Romesdal Highlanders ......................44 Roxan ...................................................12 Royal Hotel Oban...............................60

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President’s Message May I first thank Charlie Bruce for all his time, effort and hard work that he put in during his time as President. I would also like to thank the council and membership for allowing me the honour of leading the Highland Cattle Society, as your president for the next two years. It is a role I take very seriously and will strive to always do my best. I am grateful to have a superb team in the Office lead by Hazel Baxter and supported by Janet Duff and Hilary Bennie. They do an excellent job and have the full support and appreciation of the Council of the Highland Cattle Society. In a society like ours success and longevity is in a great part down to the hard work and time given by the members of the council and its committees. Without their ongoing enthusiasm, for over a hundred years, we would not have made it this far. That being said, the biggest challenges facing any organisation, which has a continually changing leadership and governance, is stability, a robust strategy and clear processes. I hope that over the next two years I am able to help the society develop these skills so that we can have: 1.

A clear business plan and strategy going forward to ensure the society returns to profitability within 2 years. This plan will cover the next 10 years. The further development of protocols, processes and procedures both for the members of council, the office staff and the membership. This will allow for an easier transition of council members and a greater efficiency, with less down time whilst new positions are understood.

The development of these two core aims will permit the society to achieve a lot of its other objectives with a greater degree of clarity and cohesion. We have the following committees: Finance Chaired by Colin MacPhail Breed Development Chaired by Robin Chilton Advertising & Promotion Chaired by Steve Leighton

Tom Nelson.

Please feel free to contact them if you have any ideas that you wish to share or have any questions. We are a very diverse membership, ranging from commercial Highland Cattle farmers to those who have no cattle but are every bit as enthusiastic and important to the Breed. We have a responsibility to do all that we can to promote our wonderful Breed and to be proud of what makes the Highland Cattle Society so unique. Finally I would like to thank the sponsors of the Highland Cattle Society – Caledonian Marts, Osmonds, MacFarlane Gray, CKD Galbraith, Davidson Animal Feeds, Ritchie Equipment, Barclays, Finnie 4 x 4, Tithebarn, The Scottish Farmer, Farmers Guardian, Press & Journal. I would like to wish everyone a very successful year both in the sale ring and at the Shows and I look forward to meeting more of the membership as I visit some new parts of the country over the next two years. Tom Nelson, President

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office bearers & council membersx

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President

Vice President

TOM NELSON

TOM THOMSON

Past President

Breed Development Chairman

CHARLIE BRUCE

ROBIN CHILTON

Breed Development

Retires 2016

HUGH HOATHER

STEPHEN HUNTER

Retires 2017

Retires 2016

JIM AYRES Retires 2017

Advertising & Promotions

Breed Development

STEVE LEIGHTON

DOCHY ORMISTON

Retires 2015

Retires 2017

Finance

Advertising & Promotions

Breed Development

COLIN MacPHAIL

STUART CAMPBELL

ROBERT PHILLIP

Retires 2016

Retires 2017

Retires 2016

JIM FRASER

ROBERT TEDBURY

Retires 2015

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REFERENCE SECTION 2014 THE HIGHLAND CATTLE SOCIETY (Instituted 1884) PATRON: HER MAJESTY THE QUEEN

MEMBERS OF COUNCIL President: Tom Nelson Glengorm Castle, Tobermory, Isle of Mull, Argyll PA75 6QE Tel (H): 01688 302321 Email: tom@glengormcastle.co.uk

Vice President Tom Thomson, Craighaugh Cottage, Hillside Road, Barrhead, Glasgow G78 1ES Tel: 0141 881 1538 / 07881 913010 Email: tom@woodneuk.com

Past President: Charlie Bruce, Bogside, King Edward, Banff, AB45 3LX Tel: 01261 821244 Email: chazz125@hotmail.com

Elected 2012: Retire 2014 James Fraser (Jim), East Tilbouries, Maryculter, Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire AB12 5GD Tel: 01224 732351 Email: jim.s.fraser@talk21.com Steven Leighton, 33 Church Lane, South Wingfield, Derbyshire, DE55 7NJ Tel: 01773 833823 Email: sallyann.leighton@btinternet.com Robert Tedbury, 2 New Cottage, London Road, Hardham, Pulborough, West Sussex, RH20 1LB Tel: 01798 872985

Elected 2013: Retire 2015 Robin Chilton Park Cottage, Leighton, Welshpool, Powys SY21 8HJ Tel: 01938 559004 / 07841 567386 Email: janchilton@madasafish.com Stephen Hunter Barnhill Farm, Allanton, Shotts, Lanarkshire ML7 5AB Tel: 01501 820433 / 07747 610513 Email: stephenandrosemary@btinternet.com Colin MacPhail 6 Rowan Crescent, Menstrie, Clackmananshire FK11 7DS Tel: 07747 046461 / 01786 450964 Email: colin.macphail@sac.co.uk Robert A Phillip Green Farm, Hellifield, Skipton, North Yorkshire BD23 4LA Tel: 01729 850217 / 07812 105375 Email: hellifield@highlanders.f2s.com

Elected 2014: Retire 2016 James Ayres 36 West End , Northwold, Thetford, Norfolk IP26 5LE Tel: 01366 728565 Email: jm.ayres@virgin.net Stuart Campbell Pirnmill, Cladich, Dalmally, Argyll PA33 1BQ Tel: 01838 200881 Email: cladichfold@aol.com Hugh Hoather Oak House, Hassalls Lane, Bridge Trafford, Chester CH2 4GA Tel: 01244 300742 (eve) Email: hugh.hoather@btinternet.com CD Ormiston (Dochy) Gelderside, Balmoral Estate, Ballater, Aberdeenshire AB35 5TX Tel: 01339 742353 Email: sylvia.ormiston@balmoralcastle.com

Secretary, Treasurer and Editor Hazel Baxter Stirling Agricultural Centre, Stirling, FK9 4RN Tel: 01786 446866 Fax: 01786 446022 Email: hazel@highlandcattlesociety.com

LIST OF SOCIETY FIELDSMEN Members are reminded that the Society’s fieldsmen and Council Members and Members of the Breed Development Committee are available to give assistance on any aspect of breeding, rearing and management of their cattle. Any member requiring such assistance is requested to notify the Secretary. Fieldsmen do not provide any veterinary information that might be construed as veterinary advice. Prospective purchasers who are new breeders are strongly advised to seek the assistance of a fieldsman prior to acquiring a stock bull. Members requesting a fieldsman’s inspection, are reminded that if cattle are not ready, convenient, and properly restrained at the time of the fieldsman’s appointment a charge equal to the whole cost of the visit will be levied. The Society’s fieldsmen (listed from north to south) are:Jim McConachie, Culfoichmore, Advie, Grantown on Spey, Grampian, PH26 3PN Tel: 01807 510201 E-mail: jim.mcconachie@hotmail.com Duncan Buchanan, Shenavallie, Benderloch, Oban, Argyll PA37 1QU Tel: 01631 720240 E-mail: shenavallie@hotmail.com Angus MacGillivray, Ar Taigh, Portsonachan, by Dalmally PA33 1BJ Tel: 01866 833022 Mob: 07775 581855 E-mail: macgills1234@aol.com Hugh MacPhail, Callachally Farm, Salen, Aros, Isle of Mull, Argyll PA72 6JN Tel & Fax: 01680 300424. E-mail: macphail@tiscali.co.uk Archie McArthur, Ormsary Estate Office, PO Box 7, Lochgilphead Argyll PA31 8JH Tel: 01880 770700 archie@ormsary.co.uk Iain Mackay, Laggan Ulva Farm, Ulva Ferry, Isle of Mull, Argyll PA73 6LT Mob: 07775 875860 E-mail: torloisk@gmail.com David Soutar, Deanbank House, Glamis, by Forfar, Angus DD8 1QG Tel: 01307 840207 Home, 469694 Office. Fax: 01307 469695 E-mail: strathmorefarmingco@btinternet.com John Redpath, Knowehead, Kilry, Alyth, Perthshire PH11 8JA Tel: 01575 560233. E-mail: redpathknowehead@aol.com Andrew Kirkpatrick, Strathmore, Beith Road, Glengarnock, Beith, KA14 3BX Tel: 01505 683251 Robert Phillip, Green Farm, Hellifield, Nr Skipton, North Yorkshire BD23 4LA Tel: 01729 850217 Fax: 01729 850217 Mob: 07812 105375 Email – hellifield@highlanders.f2s.com Robin Chilton, Park Cottage, Leighton, Welshpool, Powys, SY21 8HJ Tel: Day – 07841 567386, Home – 01938 559004 Les Wardle, Springfields, Bottom Lane, Ipstones, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire ST10 2LN Tel: 01538 266476 Fax: 266532. E-mail: lwardle@plantmachinery.co.uk John Elwood, 17 Casswell Drive, Quadring, Spalding, Lincolnshire PE11 4QW Tel: 01775 821457 Brian Dalby, Cestersover Farm, Pailton, Nr Rugby, Warwickshire CV23 0QP Tel: 01788 832188 Jim Ayres, 36 West End, Northwold, Thetford, Norfolk IP26 5LE Tel: 01366 728565 Geoff Spawton, Gilfachwen, Cellen, Lampeter, Ceredigion, Wales SA48 8HL Tel: 01570 423080 E-mail: info@themayorganicfarms.co.uk

DISCLAIMER The Society, its Office Bearers, Council members, and Fieldsmen cannot and do not accept any responsibility whatsoever for advice given in good faith to members and prospective members.

3 Council member responsible for FINANCE Colin MacPhail: Tel: 07747 046461 Email: colin@acmnicolson.co.uk BREED DEVELOPMENT CHAIRMAN Robin Chilton: Tel: 07841 567386 Email: janchilton@madasafish.com Council member responsible for ADVERTISING & PROMOTION Steve Leighton: Tel: 01773 833823 / 07975 454010 Email: headlandfold@gmail.com

BREEDERS’ CLUBS NORTH OF SCOTLAND HIGHLAND CATTLE CLUB Chairman Charles Bruce Bogside King Edward Banff Aberdeenshire AB45 3LX 01261 821244 chazz125@hotmail.com Chairman Secretary Grace Noble Larchfield Strachan Banchory Aberdeenshire AB31 6LP 01330 850316 alasdairnoble@btinternet.com Secretary WEST OF SCOTLAND HIGHLAND CATTLE CLUB Chairman Stephen Hunter Barnhill Farm Allanton Shotts Lanarkshire ML7 5AB 01501 820433 stephenandrosemary@btinternet.com Chairman Secretary Tom Thomson Craighaugh Cottage Hillside Road Barrhead Glasgow G78 1ES 0141 881 1538 tom@woodneuk.com Secretary EAST OF SCOTLAND HIGHLAND CATTLE BREEDERS’ CLUB Chairman Ginny Stacy-Marks Auchtenny Path of Condie Perthshire PH2 6DW 01577 830498 ginny.sm@me.com Chairperson Secretary Sheryll Stewart 15 Fleming Court Milnathort Kinross KY13 9WQ 07979 404747 sherylls@hotmail.co.uk Secretary NORTH OF ENGLAND HIGHLAND CATTLE BREEDERS’ CLUB Chairman Simon Haley Marland Lodge Church Bank Eggleston Co Durham DL12 0AH 07968 375307 seamfold@hotmail.co.uk Chairman Secretary Lynne Ridley The Lodge Cornsay Colliery Durham Co Durham DH7 9DB 01913 734359 cornsaylodge@talktalk.net Secretary MIDLANDS & SOUTHERN REGION HIGHLAND CATTLE CLUB Chairman Robert Tedbury 2 New Cottage, London Road, Hardham, Pulborough RH20 1LB 01798 872985 Secretary Elizabeth Gwyn Aston Mill Lea Ross-on-Wye Herefordshire HR9 7LT 01989 750233 kingsmill@talktalk.net THE HIGHLAND CATTLE CLUB OF WALES Chairperson Becky Rowlands Pentrecelyn Llanbrynmair Powys Wales SY19 7DZ 01650 521284 becky@silverlining.orangehome.co.uk Secretary Mo Morgan Wenalt, Llanddeusant, Llangadog, Carmarthenshire SA19 9TP 01550 740206 mo@phonecoop.coop

MEMBERSHIP SUBSCRIPTIONS FOR YEAR Applicable from 1st September 2014 – 31st August 2015 Fees Inclusive of Vat Applicable from 1st May 2014

Ex VAT

Inc VAT

Life (VAT at 5.7%) £1,500.00 £1,585.50 Annual (VAT at 5.7%) £85.18 £90.00 Associate & Junior £28.38 £30.00 Associate members are not eligible to register cattle in the Herd Book Joining Fee (VAT at 20%) £15.00 £18.00 Fold Name Registration Fee (VAT 20%) £10.00 £12.00 Surcharge for late payments – not paid by 31st January – 9% of normal subscription plus VAT. Subscriptions are subject to an annual increase from 1st September.

FEES (INCLUSIVE OF VAT @ 20%) Applicable from 1st September 2013 Fold Name Registration Fee ..................................................................................................................................£12.00 Birth Notification Fees Female ......................................................................................................................................................................£7.20 Male ......................................................................................................................................................................£3.60 Herd Book Registration Fees Female (up to 6 months)........................................................................................................................................£24.00 Female (6 months to 12 months) ..........................................................................................................................£26.40 Female (12 months to 18 months) ........................................................................................................................£33.60 Female (18 months and upwards) .........................................................................................................................£66.00 Appendix ‘B’ ...........................................................................................................................................................£36.00 Bull (14 months to 2 years)..................................................................................................................................£120.00 Bull (2 years and over) .........................................................................................................................................£192.00 (Please note bulls cannot be registered until 14 months – they must be DNA recorded) Remember – the OLDER your cattle the higher the fee Please note; Non payment of Subscriptions or fees of 6 months after invoice date animals will be deregistered Female (sire and/or dam in compatible overseas Herd Book) ...........................................................................£24.00 FOT Birth Registration ........................................................................................................................................ £18.000 Management Fees Herd Book – Past Volumes ....................................................................................................................................£20.00 Transfer Registration ..............................................................................................................................................£42.00 Replacement/copy Pedigree Certificate ........................................................................................................ £6.00 each Other Fees Fertilised Ovum Transfer Fee – Male ................................................................................................................... £72.00 Fertilised Ovum Transfer Fee - Female ................................................................................................................ £48.00 Extended Pedigree (Typed .................................................................................................................................... £30.00 Extended Pedigree (Computer) ............................................................................................................................. £6.00 Fieldsman’s advice/inspection visit ..................................................................................... Charged at cost to Breeder Advertisements in newsletter ...........................................................................£6.00 per column centimetre plus VAT Advertisement on website ................................................................Text Only - £10.00 / Text & Photograph £15.00

VAT CHARGEABLE TO OVERSEAS MEMBERS The rule is there is no general relief for the export of services as there is for goods. For members resident in EC countries VAT is chargeable on all services supplied by the Society unless they are registered in their own country for VAT and their breeding enterprise is an activity included within the scope of their VAT registration i.e. if your Highland cattle expenses are not allowable against your VAT registered business we must charge you VAT. If you are registered in your country for VAT please ensure that you advise the office of your VAT registration number. A VAT free invoice cannot be issued without this number.

PAYMENTS FROM OVERSEAS Overseas members are reminded that the Society cannot accept responsibility for charges levied by banks when payments from outside the United Kingdom are made to the Society. The Society must receive the full amount stated on the invoice. Payments from overseas can be made by the following means: • Credit Card Payments can be taken directly at the Society office • By a bank draft in pounds sterling drawn on a British bank. • Direct transfer in pounds sterling to the Society’s account - payment can be made direct to the Society’s account. Kindly let the Society know when such a payment is made as it can be difficult to identify such payments from our bank statements. The person paying the account should ensure that the Society receives the full amount specified on the invoice after bank charges have been deducted both by his own bank and by the receiving bank in Scotland. Please also ensure the bank quotes our invoice number in bank reference. When sending payments in pounds sterling direct to our bank account please give your bank our bank details which are Bank of Scotland, 63 Drumlanrig Street, Thornhill, DG3 5LY Account No: 00167939 Sort Code: 801902 You should also give them the following account numbers: IBAN Number IBAN GB61 BOFS 8019 0200 1679 39 SWIFT BIC BOFSGB21186 If you do send money direct to our bank account it is most important that you advise this office of the amount transferred to the Highland Cattle Society account. The name of the payee is not always given on our bank statement so please send a copy of the documentation you receive from your own bank relating to the transfer of your money. Please state on any payments to the Highland Cattle Society the invoice number or your 3 holding letters.

PAYMENT BY EUROGIRO In most countries in Europe you can apply to your post office to send a payment by Eurogiro. They will ask you to complete a form giving your name and the amount you wish to send and the name and address of The Highland Cattle Society. I have been advised here that the charge made by Eurogiro for this service is much less than the charges made by banks. When you have completed the form and paid the money to your post office they will send the form and payment via your main Girobank Office to our Girobank head office in the UK who in turn will send us the payment. Girobank have advised that the payment should come through to us in approximately ten days in the form of a cheque which can be paid into our bank with no further charges.

BIRTH NOTIFICATIONS AND HERD BOOK REGISTRATIONS All members owning pedigree Highland Cattle who have completed the necessary initial documentation will be sent registration forms to enable them to notify the births of all pedigree calves and to indicate which ones are to be registered in the Herd Book. The NEW STYLE BIRTH NOTIFICATION FORMS (NSBNF) are available now for breeders who want them and are sent out upon request or available to download from www.highlandcattlesociety. com. Every birth should be notified including castrated bull calves, deceased calves and cross calves. The births of all bull calves must be notified in the year of birth (see Registration of Bulls in this section). Breeders with calves to register in the current year should ensure that they have received registration forms from the office and any member owning pedigree Highland Cattle who has not received forms should contact the office. The Registration Fees increase as the cattle get older, please see the fees section on page 4. Final Herd Book Proof: Breeders must confirm that registered animals have been correctly described by signing and returning the Final Herd Book Proof sent to them prior to publication of the Herd Book. If this is not done their animals will not be published in the Herd Book. Overseas breeders are strongly advised to check with the Society first if they wish to register an animal in the Highland Cattle Herd Book e.g. before purchase or using AI. Breeders intending to sell cattle at Society sales should ensure that the relevant Birth Notification/Registration Forms are submitted by the closing date for sale entries.

FOLD UPDATES Breeders will be sent an annual census form to help update their records. For example, there may be animals on the list which have been sold or have died or you may have purchased an animal which has not been correctly transferred; there may be male calves which have been castrated or steers which have been sold. It is most important that you update and return the census to the office by the requested date.

REGISTRATION OF FOLD NAME Members are required to register a Fold Name as soon as they have acquired pedigree Highland Cattle to enable the office to deal with transfers of cattle between owners.

IDENTIFICATION OF PEDIGREE HIGHLAND CATTLE Tattooing is no longer mandatory for pedigree Highland calves born on or after 1st January 1998. The decision

6 followed the introduction of compulsory double tagging for all bovines in the European Union. (Note: see FOT and Appendix regulations) Therefore, for all animals born on or after this date, the official EU identity mark on Ministry-approved ear tags will be the definitive identification for pedigree animals at Society sales, for private sales, and for fold inspections. Regulations now require that animals born before 1995 that do not have an official EU identification tag should have a legible tattoo. If you have animals born before 1995 which have been tagged with either an official Ministry tag or a management tag it is most important that you advise the office of the tag number. Animals born during the years 1995 to 1998 must have a single Ministry tag number. Animals born in 1998 and 1999 must have a double tag with the old style Herd Mark followed by 5 digits. In 2000 the regulations changed again with the introduction of the all numeric EU identification tag number. Animals born on or before 17th January 2000 were permitted to use tags with the old style Herd Mark but animals born thereafter are identified with double tags showing the all numeric 6 digit Herd Mark, followed by 6 digits.

APPENDIX REGISTERS The Highland Cattle Herd Book has an appendix register for Highland females found to be of true Highland type but of unproven pedigree (e.g. Not previously registered with the Society. In order that females entered in Appendix A or Appendix B of the appendix register of the Herd Book can be identified as such, ‘appendix’ females must be marked with the appropriate suffix ‘A’ or ‘B’ in waterproof ink on a management tag . No male progeny out of Appendix cows are eligible for registration in the Herd Book. A heifer calf out of an Appendix B female by a registered Highland bull will be accepted into Appendix A. A heifer calf out of an Appendix A female by a registered Highland bull will be accepted into the Herd Book proper. Females accepted into Appendix ‘B’ must remain there regardless of whether pedigree information is subsequently proven. Females in Appendix ‘A’ and Appendix ‘B’ may be exhibited at shows. Females entered in the appendix register are not eligible for use as donor cows for fertilised ovum transfers.

OFFICIAL SOCIETY SALES CERTIFICATES OF PEDIGREE AND OWNERSHIP (CPO) European Union rules require approved breed societies to issue an identity document for each pedigree registered animal stating the breed, breeder, owner, name of animal, date of birth, sex, Herd Book identity, Society method of marking animal, EU identity, and 3 generation pedigree. The current regulations for animal identification in Great Britain are given above. Breeders in Northern Ireland or other EU countries should ensure that they comply with the regulations of their own country. Tags are available from approved tag manufacturers who will refer to a central database when issuing tags to ensure that there is never any duplication. If a tag is lost, a replacement with the identical information on the missing tag must be obtained. The details on the new Certificates of Pedigree and Ownership (CPO) must always correspond with the physical identification and description of the animal. The CPO will replace both the Transfer Certificate and the Export Certificate, although the current charge for transfers and exports will remain in force. The CPO is designed to prevent fraud. It is a valuable document that must be looked after properly. There will be much hassle for the breeder/owner to replace a lost or damaged certificate. Please study the simple instructions on the back of the certificate carefully. Any replacement certificates will incur a £5.00 + vat surcharge.

Always check Sale Schedules, Entry Forms, Sale Entry Receipts, and the Sale Catalogue for full, current regulations. Substitutions in official sale catalogues will not be permitted. Animals incorrectly identified and without adequate proof of identity will be disqualified. A Veterinary Certificate must be submitted for bull calves sold at foot at official Society sales. Calves less than 5 months of age may only be sold at foot with their dams. To allow sufficient time for completion of the sale catalogue, sale entry forms available from the office must be submitted by the closing date of entries, approximately six weeks prior to the sale date. Unhaltered cattle at official sales in Oban will be sold after all haltered entries at the discretion of the auctioneer. Dispersals, reductions or production sales are permitted at sales held under the auspices of the Society. Bulls born after the preceding 28th/29th February are not permitted to be sold at the Society’s spring sale in Oban. Sale catalogues are published on the Society’s website and sent to all vendors and purchasers from the last 2 Society Sales (Oban). Any other person requiring a catalogue should request one from the office. A small charge is made to assist with the cost of production and postage.

7 Young Bulls The yearling bull class classification for Spring Show and Sale in Oban will be for animals born between 1st December of the year before the previous year and last day of February of the previous year. All young bulls must be inspected within 4 weeks prior to the sale and must be registered prior to the sale. Please note that this is only for yearling bulls attending the Oban Spring Sale. Females Three year old heifers must be confirmed in calf and stated on the entry form. This ruling is also to apply to senior heifers for the February show and sale. Sale reserves - unsold animals A levy will be charged at the rate of 5% on the difference between the average sale price for the class of stock and the price at which any animal in that class is withdrawn. Minimum Price There will be a minimum price set for all 2 year old and senior bulls of 1200gns at all sales under the auspices of the Highland Cattle Society.

James Beusach of An Sidhean - price on application from UK Sire Services Ltd, Venton Stud, Tigley, Dartington, Devon, TQ9 6DP. Tel/Fax: 01803 863560 Email: info@uksireservices.com www.uksireservices.com Fingal of Auchnacraig - £20 per straw (plus VAT) from UK Sire Services Ltd, Venton Stud, Tigley, Dartington, Devon, TQ9 6DP. Tel/Fax: 01803 863560 Email: info@uksireservices.com www.uksireservices.com Angus Dubh of Invercassley (7806) Barraiche 2nd of Douneside (7164) Jock 26th of Leys (7171) Arkle of Ousdale (7808) Genus plc, Genus Customer Services, Crewe, Tel: 0870 1622000. 10 days notice required although semen from Angus Dubh or Barraiche may be available without pre-ordering – all £12.50 plus VAT per straw. Genus Customer Services will advise of local AI rep.

SEMEN OFFERED PRIVATELY Contact owners for availability

ENTRY FEES FOR OFFICIAL SALES An entry fee of £10.00 + VAT (£12.00) is due for every animal (except calves at foot) entered in the sale catalogue with effect 1 Oct 2007. Cattle not forward for sale or withdrawn from the catalogue without a valid veterinary certificate will incur a £25+VAT (£30.00) charge.

SALES BY PRIVATE TREATY Prospective purchasers are strongly advised to contact the Society office to check the registration details of any animal offered for sale. In every case where a member sells a pedigree Highlander for breeding purposes by private treaty the current transfer fee must be paid to the Society before the change of ownership is registered. Full instructions are printed on the reverse of the animal’s Certificate of Pedigree and Ownership or Transfer Form. Registration of the progeny in the Highland Cattle Herd Book will be withheld pending completion of the transfer procedure.

CROP EAR Crop Ear is not a sufficiently serious condition to warrant the exclusion from the Herd Book of bulls which are otherwise satisfactory. Notification of Crop Ear in bulls is compulsory. Breeders will be able to choose whether they wish to use a bull with Crop Ear.

AI BULLS Semen from Highland bulls is available from: Conan of Corriemuckloch – bred by TG Muirhead and owned by AR Mackay available through the Society @ £15.00 per straw (plus VAT) available from Genus UK t: 0870 1622000

There is currently a selection of bulls available including Brogach 4th of Craigowmill – Mr Ken Brown Calum Seoladair Dubh 2nd of Killochries – Killochries Fold Eilean Dubh of Craigowmill – Mr Ken Brown Panther 2nd Vom Aignerhof – Mr Ken Brown Sean Ghart of Ormsary – Killochries Fold Uallach Dubh 6th of Pollok – Mr Richard Haldane Orison of Culfoich – CA & J Watmore Angus 8th of Dunvegan – CA & J Watmore

HIRE OF BULLS AND SERVICE BY AI In cases where a bull is hired or borrowed members are requested to make a note to that effect on their Birth Notification Form stating the name of the owner of the bull. Members are also reminded to submit AI certificates for all calves got by AI with their notification forms.

REGULATIONS CONCERNING THE REGISTRATION OF PEDIGREE HIGHLAND BULLS No bull can be registered in the Herd Book under the age of 14 months and every bull eligible for registration must have a satisfactory Veterinary Certificate. See exception above regarding Spring Sale. All bull calves must be notified to the Society in the year of birth. Breeders who require a veterinary inspection for a bull should apply to the Society for an inspection certificate in good time. The Society’s Veterinary Certificate has been amended to indicate the presence of crop ear. Bulls with Crop Ear

8 registered after 18th October 1992 can be identified in the Herd Book. Scrotal circumference measurement is optional but breeders are strongly encouraged to obtain this important vital statistic to enhance the Society’s database. All Bulls being registered from 2006 must be DNA tested. DNA kits are held in the office and sent out with vet certificates (and a stamped & addressed envelope) free of charge.

BULL CALVES WITH HERD SIRE POTENTIAL If any breeder thinks he has a bull calf with the potential to make a herd sire and wishes to have advice from one of the Society’s fieldsmen, he is requested to advise the Secretary who will arrange a visit. The fieldsman’s inspection fee is now charged for such visits.

HEIFER CALVES TWINNED WITH BULL CALVES The registration of a heifer calf twinned with a bull calf will be accepted only after she has given birth to a viable calf.

REGISTRATION OF CALVES OF MORE THAN ONE COLOUR Registration in the Herd Book of cattle of more than one colour (parti colour) is permitted. Breeders are required to indicate the colours when notifying the birth.

Basic qualifications for the use of a sire for FOT • The sire must be a pedigree Highland bull which has been: • registered in the Highland Cattle Herd Book; • DNA-typed by a recognised DNA-typing agency; Procedures for embryo registration • Each embryo which is either frozen or implanted is to be registered with the Highland Cattle Society by the Embryo Transplant (ET) Unit on behalf of the owner of the dam by the submission of the following: • A Highland Cattle Society Embryo Registration Form completed and signed by the veterinary officer who carried out the flushing. (Up to 16 Embryos may be recorded on each form); • A relevant AI Certificate or signed Certificate of Service. • A copy of the Embryo Registration Form is to be retained by the owner of the donor dam (the breeder’s copy) until submitted to the Highland Cattle Society when the resultant calf is registered. A further copy of the Embryo Registration Form is to be retained for record purposes by the ET Unit which carried out the flushing (the ET Unit’s copy). Procedures for the registration of an FOT calf • Registration of an FOT calf will be accepted by the Highland Cattle Society upon the receipt of the following documents: • DNA-typed by a recognised DNA-typing agency (Sire, Dam & Calf ); • the breeder’s copy of the EMBRYO REGISTRATION FORM; • A completed FOT BIRTH REGISTRATION FORM;

CATTLE HEALTH The UK is officially Enzootic Bovine Leukosis (EBL) free. Breeders are asked to keep the office advised of any change in the health status of their folds.

FERTILIZED OVUM TRANSPLANT (FOT) REGULATIONS (Please note regulations have been amended) General • No calf born by FOT will be registered in the Highland Cattle Herd Book unless the conditions stated in these Regulations are fully satisfied. • Members intending to use FOT should first contact the Society Office so that the eligibility of animals can be verified and advice given on the administrative procedures which have to be followed. Basic qualifications for the acceptance of a donor female for FOT • The donor female must be a pedigree Highland female • registered in the Herd Book and must: • be DNA-typed by a recognised DNA-typing agency;

Reporting changes of circumstances The Highland Cattle Society is to be informed of the following changes of circumstances. • In the case of frozen embryos: • transfer of ownership; • embryo destroyed. • In the case of a Recipient Dam: • transfer of ownership or destruction. • In the case of an FOT calf: • loss of calf if this occurs at any time prior to registration. (These details are required for record purposes only). Notification of Intention to export an embryo Prior notice is to be made to the Highland Cattle Society before any action is taken to export an embryo. Value Added Tax VAT at the current rate will be charged on all the fees mentioned above and appropriate VAT receipts will be issued by the Highland Cattle Society.

CHAMPION ROSETTES The Society Breed Champion Rosette will be awarded at summer shows provided that five or more Highland Cattle are forward for judging and that the judge is appointed from the Society’s Panel of Judges.

RULES FOR SELECTION OF INTERBREED TEAMS Rules for choosing the Interbreed team: Rules for choosing the Interbreed team: • The Judge, along with an individual spokesman chosen by the exhibitors shall be responsible for choosing the Interbreed team and the Spokesman, or someone delegated by him, shall ensure that the proper notice of the composition of the team is given to the appropriate authority within the specified time. • In the absence of the Spokesman, the Judge shall co-opt whomsoever he pleases to assist him in choosing the team and shall ensure that he or someone delegated by him notifies the appropriate authority within the specified time. • In the absence of the Spokesman or the Judge the exhibitors shall decide amongst themselves who will be responsible for the choice of team. They shall agree on a leader who must ensure that someone is responsible for notifying the appropriate authority of the team within the specified time limit. Mindful that showing is meant to be an enjoyable activity care should be taken to involve all those who have taken the time and trouble to represent the breed to the public.

SHOW FOLD COMPETITION Rules • Any open show where there are 2 or more exhibitors (with at least a total of 10 exhibits present) forward and a panel judge officiating will be a qualifying show. • Competitors count the results of their 5 best shows. • The first three places only in each single animal class will count as follows:- 3 points for a first; 2 points for a second; 1 point for a third. • An additional point will be awarded to each animal placed if it is bred by the exhibitor. • Because it is difficult to obtain results from many of the smaller shows the competition will be self-administered. • Competitors must calculate their own points for each show and submit their calculations and results in writing to the office. Each competitor must sign a declaration testifying to the correctness of the points calculated.

SMALL FOLD COMPETITION Rules: • Breeders with eight or fewer cows in their Fold that are three years old or over as at 1st January 2011, will qualify for this competition.

• The same rules apply as above but breeders must advise the office if they are competing in the Small Fold Competition. • Results of both competitions must be submitted by 30th September.

Voluntary Bull Assessment Scheme The scheme will run throughout the year. This scheme is purely voluntary and available to all members who wish to have their bulls inspected. Bulls forward for the scheme will be inspected by any 2 society fieldsmen. The assessment will work on a pass or fail basis. Bulls that have passed have obtained a 50% minimum. Bulls over 16 months old will be eligible for assessment. Bulls must have been registered and have had a veterinary inspection prior to the assessment.

BREED STANDARD The description of the Highland male and female as published in the preamble to the first Herd Book is as valid now as then. The description may thus be termed the Breed Standard.

THE HEAD Of all the representatives of our British bovine breeds, the Highlander has the grandest and most picturesque head; it is, indeed, to his head that he owes his great favour among artists. As a rule, it is most proportionate to the body of the animal, and is broad between the eyes, while short from the eyes to the point of the muzzle. The forelock between the eyes should be wide, long and bushy, and any nakedness or bareness there is certain to detract from the appearance of the animal. Some would almost have the hair so wide there as to obscure the eyes, but this in many cases would be allowing one good point to over-shadow another. The eyes should be bright and full, and denoting, when excited, high courage. When viewed sideways, there should be a proportionate breadth of the jawbones readily observable, when compared with the width of the head in front, whilst the muzzle should, when looked

at from a similar point, be short, though very broad in front, and with the nostrils fully distended, and indicating breeding in every way. One of the most noteworthy features in a Highlander, is of course, the horns. In the bulls, the horns should be strong, and come level out of the head, slightly inclining forwards, and also slightly rising towards the points. Some, however, do not care for this rise, though any drooping is considered to be a very bad fault when between the crown and the commencement of the curve, as this is generally accompanied by a low weak back. Some, too, are of opinion that the masculine appearance is slightly detracted from when the horns rise directly from the crown. This, however, can only readily be detected and commented upon when particular animals are brought before experienced judges, as within a show ring. As regards the horns of the cow, there prevail two opinions. As a rule, they come squarer out from the head than in the male, rise sooner, and are

somewhat longer, though they preserve their substance and a rich reddish appearance to the very tips. The lack of the appearance of substance or â&#x20AC;&#x153;sappinessâ&#x20AC;? about the horns of the male would be very much against the animal in the show-yard. The other taste is that for a female, the horns of which come more level from the head, with a peculiar back set curve, and very wide sweep. A large number of enthusiastic breeders seem to prefer, by comparison, the latter, which gives possibly the more graceful appearance. In all cases, however, the horns of a Highlander, when well set, gives the animal a stamp of nobility which causes it to attract the attention of any stranger who might pass heedlessly by animals of other breeds as merely cows, bulls or oxen.

THE NECK AND SHOULDER The neck should be altogether clear and without dewlap below. It should form a straight line from the head to the shoulder in the cow, but in the bulls should have that distinct crest common to all animals of the bovine species. This crest should come gracefully down to the roots of the horns, and, being well coated with wavy hair, the masculine appearance of the animal is fully completed. The shoulder should be thick and should fill out greatly as it descends from the point to the lower extremity of the forearm.

BACK, BODY, AND HIND-QUARTERS From behind the shoulder the back should be fully developed and beautifully rounded. Any slight sinking or hollow is most decidedly objectionable. It should also, as in the Ayrshire, be as straight as possible, and the ribs should spring boldly out and be both well rounded and deep. When measured across the hips the breadth should be very great, and the quarters should be exceedingly well developed from the hips backwards. The thighs should also be well developed, and should show great fullness. Viewed generally, the quarters should be square between the hips and the tail, and from be-

tween the tail right down to between the hind feet. The legs, both before and behind, should be short and strong, the bones strong, broad, and straight, the hoofs well set in and large, and the legs well feathered with hair. The animal should be set wide between the fore-legs, and it should move with great dignity and style, as this is considered to be one of the most reliable evidences of careful and true breeding.

HAIR The hair, of which there should be a great profusion, more particularly on the parts indicated, should be long and gracefully waved, very much as in what dog-breeders denote wavycoated retrievers. To have a curl is to possess a decided fault, and one which has of late years become unfortunately too common in some folds. This has been attributed in some quarters to a growing desire to make Highlanders grow big from feeding them higher and housing them more. At anyrate, experience goes far to prove that the more exposed they are the greater the profusion of the hair, and the less its tendecy to curl. Thus, the reason of the island cattle being always so much better haired than the mainland cattle is owing to their never being housed in winter. The usual colours are black, brindled, red, yellow, and dun, and there is considerable difference of opinion among breeders as to which is preferable. In general, as to colour, it may be said that a good herd should possess a mixture - avoiding always all those which indicate unhealthy thrivers. The thickness of the skin, as in all fattening breeds, comes in for a considerable amount of attention, but it has to be borne in mind always that the Highlander has been adapted by nature to withstand great exposure. Inverness, 10th June, 1885. The scheme of assessment is suspended, but the quality of males and females will be monitored by the Council member responsible for Breed Development. Assessment by three fieldsmen for AI bulls is compulsory.

SUMMER SHOW DATES 2014 Judges shown where known.

APRIL Beith Show Highland Cattle Society Spring Show and Sale, Chelford Mart

Mr R Thomson Mr S Hunter

Saturday 26th April Saturday 26th April

MAY Neilston Show Highland Cattle Society East of Scotland Club Spring Show Sheffield Highland Fling Ayr Show Kilmacolm & Port Glasgow Nottinghamshire County Show (Combined Class) Balmoral Show, Belfast Dalry Show, Ayrshire Otley Show Devon County Show (Combined Class) Fife Show Heathfield & District Agricultural Show Shropshire County Show Stewarton & Dunlop Show Northumberland County Show Surrey County Show Royal Bath & West Show (Any other breed) Staffordshire County Show Suffolk Show Drymen Show

Mr A Bosomworth Mr J Mackay

Saturday 3rd May Saturday 3rd May

Mr T Thomson & Mr R Wain

Mr R Chilton Mr E Mackay Mr B Dawson Mr A Kirkpatrick Mr BJ Elwood Mr AR Mackay Mr A McIntyre

Mr I Anderson

Monday 6th May 2013 Saturday 9th May & Sunday 10th May Saturday 10th May Saturday 10th & Sunday 11th May Wednesday 14th - Friday 16th May Saturday 17th May Saturday 17th May Thursday 22nd - Saturday 24th May Saturday 24th May Saturday 24th May Saturday 24th May Saturday 24th May Monday 26th May Monday 26th May Wednesday 28th May - Saturday 31st May Wednesday 28th - Thursday 29th May Wednesday 28th - Thursday 29th May Saturday 31st May

JUNE Rutland County Show Royal Cornwall Show South of England Show Campsie Show Central & West Fife Show Kenilworth Show Newmilns Show Road to the Isles Show Three Counties Show East Kilbride Show Angus Show Honley Show Kilbarchan Show Largs Show Stirling Show Cheshire Show North Yorkshire Show Lincolnshire (Other pure breeds) Royal Highland Show Derbyshire County Show Royal Norfolk Show Alyth Show

Mr R Phillip Mr R Phillip Mr J Redpath

Mr M Auld Mr F Ormiston Mr R Phillip

Mr C MacPhail

Mr A MacColl Mr D Greenhaugh Mr M Auld

Sunday 1st June Thursday 5th - Saturday 7th June Thursday 5th - Saturday 7th June Saturday 7th June Saturday 7th June Saturday 7th June Saturday 7th June Saturday 7th June Friday 13th - Sunday 15th June Saturday 14th June Saturday 14th June Saturday 14th June Saturday 14th June Saturday 14th June Saturday 14th June Tuesday 17th - Wednesday 18th June Sunday 17th June Wednesday 18th - Thursday 19th June Thursday 19th June - 24th June Sunday 22nd June Wednesday 25th - Thursday 26th June Saturday 28th June

JULY Doune & Dunblane Show East of England Show Market Bosworth Show Great Yorkshire Show, Harrogate

Mr D Soutar

Mr C Bruce

Saturday 5th July Friday 5th - Saturday 6th July Sunday 6th July Tuesday 8th - Thursday 10th July

SUMMER SHOW DATES 2014 Kent County Show Echt Show Newport Show, Shropshire Ashby Show Caithness Show Biggar Show Kirriemuir Show New Deer Show Sutherland Show Aldborough & Boroughbridge Show Royal Welsh Show, Builth Wells Banchory Show Braco Show Nairn Show Penrith Agricultural Show New Forest Show

M Mr B D Dawson Mr D Soutar Mr B Dawson

Mr R Turner Mr C MacLean Mr F Ormiston

Mr D Greenhaugh

FFriday id 11 11th - Sunday 13th July Saturday 12th July Saturday 12th July Sunday 13th July Friday 18th - Saturday 19th July Saturday 19th July Saturday 19th July Saturday 19th & Sunday 20th July Saturday 19th July Sunday 20th July Monday 22nd - Thursday 25th July 2013 Saturday 26th July Saturday 26th July Saturday 26th July Saturday 26th July Thursday 31st July

AUGUST Perth Show Cranleigh Show (Combined Rare and Minority) Dumfries Show Garstang Show Lorn Show Oswestry Show Turiff Show Bakewell Show Black Isle Show Burwarton Show (Combined any pure bred beef class) Salen Show, Isle of Mull Lampeter Show Kinross Show Mid-Argyll Show Tarland Show Keith Show Ripley Show Ashover Show Bute Show Danby Show Grantown Show Islay Show Appin Show Ashbourne Show Peebles Show Rosedale Show Lochaber Show Malham Show City of Glasgow International Highland Cattle Show Hope Show Kilnsey Show

Mr D Ormiston Dr H Hoather Mr J Redpath Mr A McIntyre Mr M Moy Mr A Galbraith Mr W MacLean Mr D Soutar Mr E Mackay

Dr H Hoather Mr BJ Elwood Mr AR Mackay Mr R Phillip Mr A Galbraith Mr A MacColl Mr R Phillip

Mr D MacGillivray Mr B Dawson

Friday 1st - Saturday 2nd August Saturday 2nd August Saturday 2nd August Saturday 2nd August Saturday 2nd August 2013 Saturday 2nd August Sunday 3rd - Monday 4th August Wednesday 6th - Thursday 7th August Wednesday 6th & Thursday 7th August Thursday 7th August Thursday 7th August Friday 8th August Saturday 9th August Saturday 9th August Saturday 9th August Sunday 10th - Monday 11th August Sunday 10th August Wednesday 13th August Wednesday 13th August Wednesday 13th August Thursday 14th August Thursday 14th August Saturday 16th August Saturday 16th August Saturday 16th August Saturday 16th August Saturday 23rd August Saturday 23rd August Saturday 24th August Monday 25th August Tuesday 26th August

SEPTEMBER Dalmally Show Wolsingham Show West Morland County Show Eggleston Show Nidderdale Show

Mr A Blackburn Mr T Sample Mr W MacLean

Saturday 6th September Saturday 6th September Thursday 11th September Saturday 20th September Monday 22nd September

NOVEMBER Livescot 2014 (Winter Fair)

Saturday 29th November

HIGHLAND CATTLE SOCIETY PANEL OF JUDGES 2014 Procedure edure of Appointment to the Panel of Judges 1. Nominee, duly proposed and seconded, referred to the Breed Development Committee 2. Recommendation by Breed Development to Council 3. Appointments agreed by Council Mr B Aikman Mr I Anderson Mr M Auld Mr J Ayres Mr TWM Bezuijen Mr A Blackburn

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OFFICIAL PEDIGREE SHOWS AND SALES Closing dates for entry are approximately six weeks before the date of sale. Vendors are reminded to check closing dates with the office. Catalogues are published on the Society’s website and are available from the Highland Cattle Society office. CHELFORD Saturday 26th April 2014 Auctioneers – Marshalls Auctioneers & Valuers, Chelford, Macclesfield, Cheshire SK11 9AX Tel: 01625 861122 Fax: 01625 860079 OBAN, ARGYLL 12th & 13th October 2014 Auctioneers: Caledonian Marts (Stirling) Ltd, Millhall Auction Mart, Stirling, FK7 7LS Tel: 01786 450922 Fax: 01786 473332 Oban Livestock Centre Tel: 01631 570631 Fax: 01631 565275 OBAN, ARGYLL 12th & 13th February 2015 Details as above

SALES OF HIGHLAND CATTLE NOT HELD UNDER THE AUSPICES OF THE HIGHLAND CATTLE SOCIETY STIRLING Monday 31st March 2014 Native Breed Sale Auctioneers: Caledonian Marts (Stirling), MIllhall, Stirling FK7 7LS. Tel: 01786 450922 DINGWALL Wednesday 21st May 2014 Auctioneers: Dingwall & Highland Marts Limited Humberston, Bailechaul Road, Dingwall, Ross-shire. IV15 9TP. Tel - 01349 863252 MELTON MOWBRAY 12th & 13th September 2014 Auctioneers: Melton Market Auctioneers, Melton Market, Bulford Road, Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire Tel: 01664 562971 STIRLING Monday 15th September 2014 Native Breed Sale Auctioneers: Caledonian Marts (Stirling), MIllhall, Stirling FK7 7LS. Tel: 01786 450922 LIVESCOT 29th November 2014 Fat stock show and sale of Highland bullocks Claims for entry £50 per animal (max of 2 animals) to be submitted by 31 Jan 2014 Auctioneers: Caledonian Marts (Stirling)

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Club News West of Scotland Highland Cattle Club Our 2013 year started with our A.G.M held on the third Friday in January at The Fenwick Hotel, where just under fifty members attended. After the business meeting was concluded we all enjoyed a lovely meal. The committee remained the same with the exception of Marilyn Muir joining us. Allan Kennedy (Chairman) and Stephen Hunter (Vice Chairman) gave their reports for 2012 highlighting the visits we had undertaken.

Sheltering from the downpour!

Listening intently.

During 2013 we had a very successful day visit in May. Firstly, we visited Auchentoshan Distillery where John Mackay keeps his cattle. John and Debbie treated us all to breakfast and thereafter we were given a guided tour of the Distillery. After a wonderful tour, we eventually managed to round everyone up and head off to West Kilbride to visit Allan Kennedy’s Goldenberry Fold. We were shown round Allan’s beasts and his many tractors and machinery. We had an enjoyable stock judging competition and then were treated to a fantastic spread of food. An enjoyable day was had by all! The Club was well represented at all local shows in the area. On two occasions, members won the Champion of Champions. Well done to the Logans and the McKechnies. Congratulations to Jim and Catherine McKechnie for winning the Breed Championship at the Highland Show and also to Alastair and Meg Fitzsimon for winning the Breed Championship at the Great Yorkshire Show. This year’s Show Fold Competition was won for the second time in a row by Ronald McMillan and Eileen Lawrence and their Isle of Bute Fold. They also won the Society Large Fold Competition. Well done to them!

Our Club show in August was held in a downpour, so much so that the gazebos were taken from the cattle and put over the members. The Judge that day was Donald Dempster and the Championship went to the Blairlogan Fold and Reserve to the Hyndford Fold. After the show, and as the rain stopped and the sun came out, we enjoyed a BBQ thanks to Roddy McDougall, Philip Tobias and Ron Shaw. Again, we are indebted to Glasgow City Council for the use of Pollok Park for our show.

Judge, Donald Dempster presents championship to Dexter Logan.

The weekend trip for us this year was to Kirkcudbright where we stayed for two nights in The Selkirk Arms Hotel. On the Saturday

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we visited Mrs Bell’s Belted Galloways and we were well impressed by the quality of her cattle. She treated us to coffee and scones and great hospitality. Then we visited the Tregallon Fold of Alastair and Meg Fitzsimon. We spend a lovely afternoon looking around their farm and seeing the cattle. Then we got down to some serious business – stock judging. Jim McConnachie judged the cattle and left it up to the rest of us to get on with the competition. With 12 Society judges amongst the group, the person who got closest to Jim’s results was Madge Anderson – leaving the rest of us in her wake. Well done Madge! After the stock judging we were treated to a feast prepared by the Fitzsimon family. Later that night we treated all our hosts to a dinner at The Selkirk Arms Hotel. The next day, Sunday, we visited Mr Donald Biggar at Chapelton Farm and visited his herds of Angus and Shorthorn cattle. The quality of stock was superb. Afterwards, we returned to the steading and were again treated to a great lunch. Thanks to all our hosts for their hospitality. We all thoroughly enjoyed the weekend!

Enjoying the sunshire.

On behalf of Allan and Stephen, I would like to thank the Committee and all members of the Club for supporting events held during the year. The West Club is continuing to be successful and are always looking for new members to come and join us. If you are interested please contact Stephen Hunter, Catherine McKechnie or myself. Tom Thomson

Highland Cattle Club of Wales 2013 was a fairly quiet year for the club, with membership remaining relatively static at nearly 60 folds of all sizes and from all corners of Wales and the borders.

Becky Rowlands and Cairistiona Ruadh of Cladich, with Cairistiona Bella 1st of the Celyn at foot; Supreme Champion of the native breed cattle at the Royal Welsh Spring Festival in May.

Once again, the breed was represented by HCCW at the Royal Welsh Spring Festival in May, with an information stand and a cow and calf on display. A

good time was had by all who attended, and there were several enquiries from the general public. A number of club members also helped out on the Society stand during the four days of the Royal Welsh Show in July. Not everyone enjoys talking to the passing public, but there were genuine enquiries and a demand for information about keeping highlanders. Our Welsh speaking committee members are always in demand at these shows and do an excellent job for the club and the Society. Those club members who show their highlanders had a good season, both at the Royal Welsh Show and the numerous local shows that are held throughout Wales and the borders. Angela and Duncan Handley took the HCCW breed champion trophy home from the Royal Welsh Show for the second year running. The friendliness and approachability of highland owners and the attractiveness of the cattle give a head start when dealing with the public, and thanks are due to all those breeders who get on out there with their trained animals, halters, shampoo and combs. Highlanders always have more photos taken than all the rest of the livestock, as Becky Rowlands and Bev Evans

discovered when they spent a weekend in Cardiff in September with a cow and calf (and Becky’s small daughter). The event aimed to bring the countryside into the capital, with various breeds of livestock being showcased; the highlanders proving as popular with the visiting public as ever.

23 of the club committee retired at the AGM; Geoff Spawton and Liz McCombe. Geoff had served on the committee continuously since the establishment of the club, for many years as its Chair and more recently as Show Coordinator. Liz had served for the last six years as Chair, during which time she had worked tirelessly, attending numerous events on behalf of the club, as well as representing Wales on the council of the Society. In recognition of the considerable contribution they had both made to the club and to the promotion of the breed in Wales, they were each presented with a wrought iron garden sculpture of their own favourite highlander, commissioned from a local blacksmith.

Young Eirian Rowlands demonstrating the placid nature of Highlanders to the visiting public in Cardiff!

The Society held an Open Day at Angela and Duncan Handley’s Gilden Vale Fold in August, which was well attended, with many questions answered by the experts on hand, including a mineral specialist and beef breeding conformation expert. Archie McArthur and Robin Chilton offered useful advice about highlanders, and a practical butchery demonstration showed where the different meat cuts come from.

HCS Open Day at Gilden Vale Fold in August.

There was a record turnout at the club’s AGM, held at the Elan Valley Hotel near Rhayader at the end of November. Two notable stalwarts

Annie May (right) presenting Liz McCombe (left) and Geoff Spawton (centre) with their Highland sculptures at the AGM in November.

Moving forward into 2014, we are pleased that Becky Rowlands has taken on the challenge of chairing the club. Becky has considerable experience of showing cattle and shares her knowledge generously with newcomers, so we hope that even more members will be encouraged to make their showing debuts this year. The club also has a mission to boost the number of entries at the Royal Welsh Show, which has held Highlands classes for a number of years now. We would like to encourage more folds from across the border and further afield to attend this prestigious event in the heart of Wales, and will offer our friendship, encouragement and practical assistance to anyone who fancies coming along. If you would like to know more about the show or how we may be able to help you if you enter, please contact Becky Rowlands on 01650 521284 or email chair@hccw.org.uk.

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East of Scotland Highland Cattle Club An open education/training day was held on Sunday 26 May at Ledlanet by kind permission of Ken and Eva Brown. It took the form of cattle dressing, hoof trimming, a talk on feeding / minerals for cattle, stock judging, and a butcher demonstration by Highland Drover Butchers of Perth. The day was finished off with a BBQ.

Our weekend trip this year in September was to Rothesay, Isle of Bute where we were made very welcome by the McMillan and Crawford families. We visited the McMillan family’s gorgeous Clydesdale horses, took in a vintage ploughing match then finished off with a walk around the farm and Highlanders. A superb lunch was followed by a spot of stock judging. At the other end of the island we visited the Crawford family where we enjoyed the spectacular location of the farm, the cattle and the hospitality. Thank you to all who made our weekend so enjoyable.

Butcher from Highland Drovers demonstrating at the club open/training day.

Our Treasure Hunt on Sunday 14 July was a journey through the ‘Braes of the Carse and the Sidlaws’. The Hunt was based on McIntosh Patrick pictures which had to be identified, by the clues given, en-route. Once each car had completed their clues we all met for a thoroughly enjoyable tea at Piper Dam and were able to donate the hunt proceeds of £150 to Motor Neurone Disease. Grateful thanks go to Jim and Norma Farquharson for organising this for members.

The Vintage Ploughing Match on the Isle of Bute.

Our ‘party night’ at the Royal George in November unfortunately had to be cancelled due to lack of support. Our AGM was held on Sunday 19 January 2014 and the new committee was formed: Chairperson - Ginny Stacey-Marks; Vice-Chairperson – Kym Henderson; Secretary – Sheryll Stewart; Treasurer – Margaret McGowan; Committee members: John Lacey, Roddy McNaughton, Donald MacNaughton, Bryon MacNaughton, Scotty Wyllie, John Singer. New Chairperson Ginny Stacy-Marks confirmed that she is giving up Auchtenny and from now on would like to present an ‘Auchtenny/Ginny’ prize every year to the Exhibitor most successful in the showing season, no matter whose cattle they are showing. This was to start this year and Ginny delightedly presented it to the MacNaughton family for 2013. She presented Donald with two beautifully

engraved Highland Cattle glasses and two framed photographs of the cattle they had been successful with throughout the show circle in 2013. It is with regret that the Club announced the death of Sandy Barrie on 10 February 2014. Sandy was an active member of the Club for over ten years and had his own little fold of Highlanders until ill health forced him to give them up in 2012. He had served on the Club committee and for the

past year held the post of Chairman until illness meant he could no longer participate in the Club. Events are being planned for this year and I am sure we are all looking forward to an exciting and eventful year. Sheryll Strewart Club Secretary (Photos courtesy of Jenne Singer)

Midlands & Southern Highland Cattle Club www.mshcc.co.uk We began the year with our A.G.M. at Ullesthorpe Court in Leicestershire and were pleased to welcome Hazel accompanied by Charlie Bruce and Robin Chilton from the Highland Cattle Society.

Robert Tedbury presents new club president, John Monk with his badge.

John Monk was inaugurated as the yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s club President, Robert Tedbury was elected Chairman, Robert Wain as Vice Chair while Daniel Rowbottom was welcomed as a new committee member for the year. Following the business of the meeting Charlie Bruce was invited to address the meeting and then in conjunction with Robin Chilton led a lively discussion concerning the Worcester Show and Sale and the quality of cattle being presented. The discussion brought to light the need for more education for other Highland Cattle breeders to prevent the market being saturated with poor animals. It was suggested that fieldsmen needed

to talk to auctioneers and be present at sales. The conclusion was that it is better to train individuals and that a system needed to be set up for people new to the breed. This highlighted how important the Open Day put on by Chairman, Robert had been in raising awareness about breed development etc. which had proved a highly educational day. Overall the AGM had gone extremely well with lots of good discussion and much laughter followed by an excellent lunch. We are pleased to report that our club has a new website which we want to be interactive and a useful tool for members of the club and our thanks go to Jennie Growcott for all her hard work in getting it up and running - www.mshcc.co.uk

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26 On a sunny day in April, yes there was one at last members gathered for a visit to the family owned, Hook Norton Brewery in Oxfordshire. The day chosen for our visit was also an Open day so there was lots to see and do. On arrival we were met by a number of army vehicles being manned by their owners. There was even a vintage bus with beautiful cream and maroon paintwork. The vehicles added to the historic setting since the brewery had been started in 1849 by William Bradford .On site, as part of the Open day was a re-enactment society creating a number of battles from history. The costumes they were dressed in were wonderful and their weapons looked very scary. A good job it was just pretend. A band was playing and a magician was doing tricks at individual tables in the beautiful café. Beer, yes we did take a tour of the brewery a building consisting of three floors, each responsible for a different part of the manufacturing process. The brewery was showcasing their new Lions beer on the day and we all got a free sample. Very tasty! It was a very enjoyable and informative day providing members with an opportunity to meet and chat. Much better weather had enabled members to complete in many shows this year and venture as far afield as The Great Yorkshire and Royal Welsh. Due to a clash of dates the Club Show at Blakesley was cancelled, however it is hoped to hold a club show in 2014. Congratulations go to Robert Wain for winning the small fold trophy from the HCS for the second time in three years. Winners of our trophies for the year were: Large fold – Sandie Tedbury of Hardham Highlands Medium fold – Tracey Noy of Oakwood fold with runner-up Lindsey Trees Small fold – Robert Wain of Rose fold Novice Newcomer – William Perkins

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September found the club meeting at the Rose Fold in Derbyshire at the kind invitation of Robert Wain. Over a welcoming cup of coffee we had the opportunity to view all the trophies Robert had won over the year as he had made a photographic display. He had selected a few key cattle for us to view and so we began with a discussion on what makes an ideal Highland cow and how to bring them to show standard. The next part of the day was a visit to Nigel Griffith’s Fine Oak furniture workshop based in an old cheese factory of Grange Mill village. Nigel had been carving beautiful pieces since 1945 alongside his father, Richard who was inspired by the Arts and Crafts movement. It was a privilege to see the workshop in action and view the lovely furniture.

Some of the Rose Fold.

As Robert’s farm is made up of separate pieces of land over the dales we then took a tour of the various sections before arriving at the home of Robert’s parents for lunch also the home of the Wainsmore fold. The Wain family had prepared an excellent lunch which we were able to enjoy in the garden in glorious September sunshine. Our visit concluded with a walk up the hill behind the house to see the last set of highlanders. These beautiful animals were roaming in a field scattered with stone walls and trees. The day concluded with tea, cake and a raffle before we made our way home. Finally may we thank all the office holders and committee members for their support over the last year and also to all members without whom there would not be a club. If you would like to join MSHCC please do get in touch via our website or contact the club secretary, Elizabeth Gwynn via kingsmill@talktalk.net or tel. 01989750233.

North of Scotland Highland Cattle Club Club Show - Leys Castle 2nd of June This year’s club show once again struck it lucky weather-wise, much to the delight of the crowd and exhibitors, and although this had nothing to do with the management committee it certainly helped the show run smoothly! Looking back now we can see that that was just the beginning of a superb (if a little dry) summer for the North area. Once again Leys provided a fantastic setting for the show, especially in these conditions and our thanks go as always, to the McGillivray family and staff members who had the place looking as perfect as ever.

Standing a close reserve was the yearling heifer, Heather 2nd of Richmondhill exhibited by Craig Finnie. Our thanks go as ever to all our exhibitors for presenting their stock at the show in such fine form. It was also a great day for new exhibitors showing for their first time and even 7 Novice handlers who competed for the Jimmy Laing Trophy. The congratulations however, go to Robbie Anderson who won the trophy in a very strong class. A full list of trophy winners can be found at the end of this report. The after-show highlight was the auction of a beautiful stick carved from a Highlander Horn which was kindly donated by David Broadbent from Harris to raise money for club funds. It reached £200 and was bought by Ian Adams of the Brathens Fold at Banchory. An excellent raffle was also held again for club funds – thanks to everyone who donated prizes for it. Thanks as ever, go to the Bruce family for again providing show goers with an excellent feast which was enjoyed immensely.

Overall Champion, Hayley 5th of Earn from Donald MacNaughton.

An excellent entry of 34 animals was brought forward, displaying the pedigree and showmanship of our members and their cattle. The man tasked with placing such a fine display of animals was our judge Richard Thomson, it was the 3 year old heifer Hayley 5th of Earn from Donald MacNaughton that Mr Thomson awarded the title of Overall Champion.

Keri McConachie is presented with the Champion calf trophy from Mrs Helen Kirkpatrick.

The summer show season kicked off again at the highlight of the Scottish Agricultural Calendar; The Royal Highland Show in Edinburgh. It proved to be quite a successful week for the North Club members, who’s successes included Tordarroch Estates who were 4th in the Junior Bull classes and J & M McConachie & Son who were 2nd in both cow classes, 6th in the 3 year old heifer class and champion calf at foot with the white heifer Cailean 3rd of Culfoich.

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After the Highland Show it was on to the local shows, and the success for North Club members continued! A list of champions below: North Show Circuit Results; Echt Show – Judge: Charlie Bruce King Edward Champion: HM Queen with 3 year old heifer Reserve: HM Queen with 2 year old Heifer Group of 3: J & L Fraser Caithness Show = Judge: R Sinclair, Orkney Champion: S Gillon with 2 Year old Heifer Reserve: S Gillon with 2 Year old Heifer New Deer Show – Judge: H A Garton Kirriemuir Champion: J & L Fraser with Bull Reserve: C Finnie with heifer Sutherland Show - Judge: J McConachie, Grantown-on-Spey Champion: G & W Sutherland with Reserve: Tordarroch Fold with Cow Banchory Show – Judge: J McConachie, Grantown-on-Spey Champion: HM Queen with Senior Bull Reserve: J & L Fraser with Cow Nairn Show – Judge: M Gibson, Dallas Champion: Culloden Fold with 3 year old heifer Reserve: Allanfearn Fold with yearling Bull Black Isle Show – Judge: J MacGillivray, Mull Champion: G & W Sutherland – with young bull Reserve: Allanfearn Fold with Cow Turriff Show – Judge: A Garrick, Glenlivet Champion: J & M McConachie & Son with 3 Year old Heifer Reserve: HM Queen with 2 year old Heifer Grantown Show – Judge: John Redpath, Kilry Champion: Culloden Fold with 3 year old Heifer Reserve: J & M McConachie & Son with 3 Year old Heifer Group of 3: J & M McConachie & Son Tarland Show – Judge: W Lawson, Turriff Champion: HM Queen with 3 year old heifer Reserve: HM Queen with 2 year old Heifer Keith Show - Judge: A Garrick, Glenlivet Champion: J & M McConachie & Son with 3 Year old Heifer Reserve: Culloden Fold with 3 year old Heifer

Thanks go to committee members and other members who helped provide hospitality at many of the shows including Jim & Sheila Fraser, John Ashton & Maureen MacArthur to name but a few. Summer trips The Club continues to offer members great trips all over the country – below are reports from club members Kate Michie and Pat McWilliam about club trips to the likes of Cladich & Balnabroich Folds that were enjoyed by many of our members. Ashmore and Strone Estates & Balnabroich, Ballintruim We were met there by David, Factor of the Estate. He introduced Ian the head stockman. Surrounded by exquisite views on a beautiful day we saw his highland Cows and calves which had been crossed with the Simmental bull and also their grazing sheep. We moved on to see his young calves (yearlings to 2 year olds). We then went to the farm to see around the buildings and their sheep handling shed. Ian pointed out Mt Blair and Glenshee in the distance. We saw his young year old calves in the shed. The management had considered AI on the calves but came to the conclusion that time and cost would be too great. The group was asked for their ideas on what to cross the calves with next? To finish up the visitors enjoyed a wonderful cup of tea/coffee with lovely scones and home bakes provided by Ian’s wife. A vote of thanks was given and a gift handed over. The group then moved on to Balnabroich Bothy for a packed lunch. We were welcomed their by Sir Michael Nairn and Lady Sally Nairn. Handouts were given out with useful information on the farming enterprise at Balnabroich. They specialise in breeding pedigree and cross highland cattle and have a flock of blackface sheep and mule ewes. We saw the Shorthorn x Highland cattle, at the most outreached grazing through moss and heather on the Balnabroich hill. A lot of investment has been spent on the estate; a road to be able to reach these rough grazing areas and also on new fences. The moss had been burned off to encourage regeneration of the hill which was already taking place. Prizes were handed out to the winners of the competitions and a vote of thanks was given to all for having us there and showing us round. A gift was given to the hosts in appreciation of their hospitality. We all now know that Andy Murray topped off a superb day out by winning the tennis at Wimbledon!! Kate Michie

And here is a report from another trip from Pat McWilliam of one of last year’s superb trips: Mottistone, Ormsary and Cladich It was difficult to imagine that our trip this year could equal our trip to Mull in 2012 but it certainly did that. We began by visiting Michael Poland’s Mottistone Fold on Friday afternoon, where we were shown their young bulls before we walked up the hill to see the breeding cows. There were a mixture of pure and shorthorn cross calves to see and it was obvious that their cows were doing an excellent job of feeding their calves.

After a reviving cuppa and a great spread, we headed south to our hotel, just North of Tarbert in Argyll and Bute. Stonefield Castle a magnificent 19th Century shooting lodge with stunning views over the garden to its’ private island on Loch Fyne. The mist on the first night just added to the charm.

29 On Saturday we headed to Ormsary where Archie and his staff showed us their beautiful cattle. Archie gave a very enlightening lesson on what to look for in a replacement cow, using his cows to demonstrate key points. We saw the Simmental cross cows and the young heifers, in with a highland bull. We were then treated to a fantastic lunch by the ladies of the Estate and had great fun stock judging sheep, cross cattle and highlanders. Everyone really appreciated the hard work that had gone into organising this. On Sunday we headed to Cladich where the heifers for Oban were tied up for us to inspect. Quite a few of us fell in love with these pretty girls, and at least one has come North after Oban!

Our trip around the Cladich fields let us see Queenie’s heifers and cows at different ages. We were also treated to see her bulls, including a young home bred lad. The trip was a real success yet again due to the hard work and organization of Past President John Ashton who booked the hotel and drove the minibus. Our special thanks go to John, Maureen, (who sadly couldn’t come due to work commitments) and Spa Coaches for their excellent and reliable service, and to the host folds for their hospitality. Good company, good food and excellent cattle, what more could you ask? Oban October 2013 After a busy and warm summer it was the autumn show and sale in Oban in October. Once again our North Club members fared well at the show and sale:

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Heifer Calves Class 10 – 2nd & Res Champion – Flora of Ubhaidh – R Tylden- Wright – 1000gns Yearling Bulls Class 12 – 1st & Reserve Champion Male – Mac Dubh of Kintore Castle – 1000gns Members’ purchases coming into the Club area from Oban include; 3yo Heifers Demi Og 2nd of Claddich – 2400gns to R TyldenWright, Laggan Lady 4th of Hyndford – 1100gns to M MacLean, Inverness

3 Year old Heifers Class 2 – 1st, Champion 3yo & Reserve Overall – Milis Dubh 9th of Earn – D MacNaughton Class 3 - 1st & Res Champion 3yo – Aoirig Lesley 1st of Heatherhills Glenlivet – AW Garrick – 2800gns 2 Year old Heifers Class 5 – 1st Milis 2nd of Earn – H Corrigal – 1200gns 2nd Maci of Earn – H Corrigal – 1300gns 1 Year old Heifers Class 9 – 1st Aoibhe Kimberly Dubh of Kintore Castle – J & J Singer 2nd Hayley 6th of Earn –H Corrigall - 1000 gns 3rd Mona Heather 1st of Heatherhills Glenlivet – AW Garrick – 600gns 4th Lesley Claire 1st of Heatherhills Glenlivet –AW Garrick - 600 gns

2yo Heifers Ishobel Ruadh of Ceannacroic – 1400gns to M MacLean, Inverness Maci of Earn – 1300gns to M MacLean, Inverness Cuailean 117th of Achnacloich – 700gns to J Fraser, Aberdeen 1yo Heifers Dosan Og 89th of Achnacloich – 1000gns to Tordarroch Estate Heifer Calves Frangag Dubh of Claddich – 2400gns to I Adams, Banchory Iona 1st of Stair – 400gns to V Thomson, Maud Senior Heifer Dorta Dubh of Friarton – 2300gns - J Fraser, Aberdeen Bull Calf Bentalla of Dunach – 300gns to Tordarroch Estate

More details will follow in a separate notification. Details of day trips and Fold visits as well will be sent out shortly. All the best, Bruce McConachie Secretary Full Club Show Results North of Scotland Highland Cattle Club Annual Show - Leys Castle - 2nd of June 2013 Overall champion - R & E Shepherd Trophy Rannoch Fold – 3yo Heifer – Hayley 5th of Earn Ruaridh 1st of Ubhaidh.

City of Glasgow International Highland Cattle Show – Pollok The Pollock Park show signalled the end of the summer showing season and although the temperature was a few degrees lower than Leys, the sun was still shining. Judged by Robert Phillip, the results were full of North Club exhibitors again; Male & Reserve overall was – Ruaridh 1st of Ubhaidh bred by Roy Tylden Wright at Laggan and shown by the Balmoral Fold of HM Queen Reserve Female was the winner from Leys this year, Hayley 5th of Earn from Donald MacNaughton Stars of the Future – Stirling - November Then to Stirling and a show of young stock. North Club members again were at the forefront at this show, this year being held for the first time in United Auctions mart at Stirling. In front of a big audience and parading on the hallowed green sawdust there was success for the following members under the watchful eye of the judge that began our Showing year, Mr Richard Thomson of Laggan. See separate report and photos on page 144. Senior Highland Heifer champion - Neoingean Ial of Ubhaidh exhibited by J Fraser of the Tillbouries Fold at Maryculter. At the halter is Ian Adams. Reserve Senior Heifer was Gleann Daidh Mhairi from Alastair & Grace Noble at Banchory. They were also junior heifer champion and overall reserve junior animal with Gleann Daidh Seonaid Looking ahead: We are planning to hold our Club AGM at the Gordon Arms Hotel Fochabers on the 26th of January 2014 which is now closer than you think!

Reserve Overall - Munlochy Cup Richmondhill Fold – 1yo Heifer – Heather 2nd of Richmondhill Group of 3 - Finnie 4x4 Quaich Richmondhill Fold Senior Bull - 20th Anniversary Perpetual Trophy No entries Two year old Bull - Cuairtear Trophy Munlochy Fold – Archie 1st of Glaick Yearling Bull - Tordarroch Quaich Culloden Fold – Leannach of Culloden Cow in Milk or in calf - Forgue Fish Farm Cup Allanfearn Fold – Ruby of Allanfearn Three year old Heifer - Alf Edwards Memorial Trophy Rannoch Fold – 3yo Heifer – Hayley 5th of Earn Two year old Heifer - Tilbouries Trophy Rannoch Fold – Flora 2nd of Rannoch Yearling Heifer - Stefan Janz Trophy Richmondhill Fold– Heather 2nd of Richmondhill Calf - Garton Rosebowl Richmondhill Fold- Eilidh 4th of Richmondhill Novice Handler - J Laing Trophy Robbie Anderson Best Bred by Exhibitor - Club Border Fine Arts Figure (Opp sex to champion) Culloden Fold – Leannach of Culloden Exhibitor with most points - Mike Williamson Trophy Richmondhill Fold

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North of England Highland Cattle Club 2013’s events we’re kick started off with a show and sale at Chelford. As always Gwyn and his Team managed yet again to organise a friendly well organised and enjoyable show and sale. Champion Animal and Owner of the day went to Mr and Mrs Duncan Handley with a lovely three year old heifer, Jarc Ola Ruadh of Gilden Vale, reserve champion went to Mr and Mrs Phillip Kettle with their yearling bull, Roland the Roadie of Mellkett. Our club show was next on the annual agenda. Peter Fletcher as always produced not only a great show but he also managed to order some great weather compared to the previous year. A good turnout for the buddy class saw some stiff competition with the handlers that had entered, Becky Ward coming out on top for this title. The novice handler title went to Annabel Meadows Smith after she managed to borrow an animal from Peter Fletcher and still impress the judge.

Gary Braines with the overall champion, Caileag Bheag.

Overall champion was Gary Braines with a cracking three year old Heifer, Caileag Bheag 2nd of Thaggnam, reserve champion was Eilidh of Kipper Lynn. Many thanks go out to all the volunteers at Graves Park who help make this event a success every year it is held. 2013 saw Robert Phillip kindly host the Green Farm Open Day. Over 100 people attended, with topics ranging from butchery to veterinarian issues, feed suppliers to cattle finishers. Unfortunately I could not make it due to work commitments, but all those I spoke to seemed to have had a very enjoyable and informative day.

Good crack, good weather and quite a few new members as well. Many thanks Robert.

The club open day judging.

Next came the The Great Yorkshire Show, what a change in weather from the previous year, an absolute scorcher. The show was once again we’ll attended as per usual, the standard of the animals were superb. 2013 was to be the year of a clean sweep with Mr and Mrs Alaister Fitzsimon winning not only the championship but the reserve as well. Breed Champion was Bhanna Prionsa 2nd of Knockendon, a beautiful example of a highland cow with calf at foot. A quality 2 year old Bull in the name of Allt Ruadh of Crannich took the reserve spot. There were three exceptional results over the 2013 show season within the NEHCBC, Steve and Sally Leighton succeeded in clinching the Native Breed Championship at the Leicester County Show with their classy bull, Uther Dhubh Chanaidh of Headland. Myself and Emma had the same result at Halifax with Eilidh 6th of Escafeld. However I think the proudest moment I have ever had since starting with Highlands 6 years ago was when we won the Supreme championship, best animal in show, beating a Swaledale sheep and a horse at Eggleston Show again with Eilidh. This year’s AGM took place in January with a change in venues to The Mercure Hotel at Wetherby, 39 members attended, all of which said they enjoyed the change of format and venue. This is to be repeated next year. There were a few changes in the committee. May I personally thank Robert Bradley, Ian Holmes, Claire Holmes and Laura Philip for their valuable input into the running of the club over the past years. I would also like to welcome Julia

Carr and Judith Atkins into the fold as committee members, after hearing their thoughts and visions at our first meeting I am convinced they will help drive the club forward to the next level.

One final note; The society council has implemented the Voluntary Bull Assessment and I am glad to see quite a few NEHCBC members put their animals forward for this project. One of the most pleasing results in the first batch of assessments was that the only two bulls that were given a pass+ were from our club! I would urge everyone to enrol their bulls into the up and coming assessments as they are a very positive idea in improving the Breed Standard within our clubs demographic area. Hope everyone has a fantastic 2014 whether you show your animals or just have an affinity towards them. Simon Haley Chairman NEHCBC

Simon and Emma Haley with the supreme champion animal, Eilidh 6th of Escafeld at Eggleston Show.

Highland Roast Rib Recipe SERVES 10, PREP 15-20mins, COOK approx 2.5hrs 3kg rib of Highland beef on the bone 2 tbsp olive oil 1 kg shallots peeled and halved lengthwise 3 heads garlic, cut in half widthwise Juice of 2 oranges 3 tbsp wholegrain mustard 3 tbsp light muscovado sugar leaves from 6 sprigs of thyme 2 tsp coarse flakes of salt e.g. Maldon salt Freshly ground black pepper Finely grated zest of 1/2 orange Pre-heat the oven to 220 C. Weigh the joint and calculate the cooking time 15 mins per 500g plus 30 mins for rare beef; 20 mins per 500g plus 30 mins for medium; 25mins plus 30 for well done. 1.

In a large roasting tin, toss the shallots and garlic with the oil and roast for 15 mins. Pour the orange juice over the shallots.

Meanwhile, with a very sharp knife score a criss-cross pattern deeply into the fat of the beef, but not through to the flesh. Mix together the mustard, sugar, thyme, salt, pepper and orange zest and rub this mixture all over the beef but particularly between the cuts. Set the beef on top of the shallots and return to the oven. After 15 minutes, reduce the oven temperature to 190 C.

Check every now and again that the beef is not browning too quickly and that the shallots and garlic are slightly moist, add 100ml of water if necessary, and cover the beef loosely with a double sheet of greaseproof paper. Once cooked allow the meat to rest covered with foil for 15 minutes, in a warm place, before carving thinly.

Serve with the soft shallots and vegetables of your choice.

Kindly supplied by Lauren Vernet, QMS

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“Guaranteed Pure Highland Beef” Trade Mark The Society is the registered proprietor of the “Guaranteed Pure Highland Beef” (GPHB) Certification Mark and these are the rules governing the use of the name and the device on the label. 1. The authorised users of the GPHB certification scheme may be members of the Society as breeders, feeders, and finishers, and non-members as feeders and finishers who are able to prove the identity of any animal intended to be sold as GPHB. 2. Any individual, company or organisation may become an authorised user if they are able to demonstrate compliance with the rules of the GPHB scheme. 3. Abattoirs need not be members of the scheme as they are only used to provide the slaughter facility. Ownership of the carcase remains with the consignor who is responsible for proper identification and traceability at all times. 4. The definitive method of identification is by the prescribed official ear tags. The Society uses for its own Pedigree Register the same information that must be supplied to the British Cattle Movement Service (BCMS) duly certified by the breeder/keeper in accordance with the law.

5. Carcase labelling is mandatory, and is strictly controlled by attaching special identification labels completed in the office of the Society to GPHB carcases in the abattoir immediately after slaughter. Only abattoirs able to comply with this requirement are authorised for GPHB slaughter. Producers must advise the Society beforehand of the name of the abattoir and the date of slaughter. 6. The procedure for issuance of a Certificate of Pedigree and Ownership (CPO) is by application to the Society by the party requiring the CPO. The applicant must be able to prove the provenance of the animal concerned by demonstrating the chain of ownership. In most instances this will already be known to the Society by means of compliance with the Transfer of Ownership regulations. 7. A CPO issued by the Society to an end user - a retailer - will only be valid for six weeks, unless a request for renewal in writing is made to the Society. The original certificate must be returned to the Society. 8. No GPHB labels will be supplied without a relevant CPO. Unused labels must be returned with the expired CPO.

Declaration I hereby declare that I have read, understood and agree to abide by the rules governing the use of the “Guaranteed Pure Highland Beef” trade mark and the “Guaranteed Pure Highland Beef” device.

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HINTS & TIPS FOR NEW BREEDERS / OWNERS The Society is indebted to the North of England Highland Cattle Breeders Club for allowing the main points of their booklet for new breeders to be reproduced here. Aimed mainly at the ever growing numbers of people who enjoy the breed and are beginning to establish a fold, this section sets out some basics for the new breeder/owner which they may not have thought of or are afraid to ask about.

1. Why Choose Highland Cattle? The Highland is not just a pretty face; its greatest assets are hardiness and vigour. It thrives on the roughest land in the coldest and wettest climates and it will eat fodder other breeds will not touch. In short The Highland Cattle can live and breed where other cattle would simply die. The breed is environmentally friendly, their foraging ability dramatically improving sheep grazing, which is most valuable on hill and marginal land (severely disadvantaged less favoured areas). Highland cattle are now to be found in all fi ve continents of the world. In Sweden it is the only breed allowed by law to be out-wintered. Their unique double coat, designed to protect the animals from the wet as well as the cold, allows them to live out all the year round and saves on expensive housing. They require less veterinary care, with mainly routine dosing. Also renowned for their longevity cows can produce up to 15 calves in an 18-20 year period. The cows are exceptional mothers and with sensible stockmanship they calve easily, rarely needing help. However, they are very protective, so keep your distance; even if you cannot see where the calf is, the cow can! A pair of binoculars is invaluable for monitoring the situation during this period. Finally, these cattle produce the finest beef from lower quality forage than any other breed. They do this and improve the land and the view – what more could you ask!

2. Fences and Fencing This section is a series of extracts from an article written by A D Kitson, Esq., for the Yorkshire Farmer. Cattle can be contained within strong fences that would not necessarily contain sheep and lambs. It is said a cattleman will examine the top of a fence or hedge and a sheep man the bottom. As many breeders run their Highland Cattle with other animals a full description of fences and fencing is presented so a range of options may be considered. It should be noted that a bull must have specifically strong fencing and advice should be taken in the event of the reader wishing to construct a bull pen. Extracts A fencing contractor is asked regularly “what is the best type of fencing”? This is a “how long is a piece of string” type question. So many factors can influence this decision and without looking at every individual need it is impossible to give a specific answer. However, one thing can be said is that with the development of modern fencing materials, it is possible to tailor a fence to

meet the needs of almost everyone. The requirements stretch from vale to moor and for animals as far removed as sheep to ostriches. Different materials and fencing techniques can be mixed and matched to fulfil almost every requirement. It is very important that the correct type of fencing is selected for the job it is intended and that it is correctly erected, otherwise the fence simply will not fulfil the job in hand and will not last long. Having said all this, what different types of fencing are now available and how is the suitable fence chosen? Post and rail This type of fencing is a traditional strong visible stock barrier, basically comprised of sawn posts usually at 6ft intervals with 12ft rails nailed horizontally on to the posts. The number of rails is dictated by what stock the fence is holding back. The rails should generally be either a sawn rail (I prefer a heavier rail 31/2” x 11/4” for strength) or 1/2” round rail which could be either a pole cut from an early thinning split into two (this will have a taper) or a machine rounded pole (no taper). Usually machined rails give a more level and smooth line to a fence. This construction of fence is very attractive and therefore is popular along drive sides and for paddocks adjacent to a property; however, the cost is prohibitive for large scale use since it is 3-4 times more expensive than wire. All posts and rails should be purchased as “tanalised” pressure treated as this ensures long life and minimal maintenance. Mild Steel Stock Fencing This is the traditional net type of stock fencing often referred to as pig or sheep netting. The correct technical specification is denoted as C8-80-15 e.g. where C indicates the thickness of the mild steel wire 8 shows the number of horizontal line wires 80 the height of the net in centimetres 15 the distance between the verticals in centimetres This fencing will generally be constructed to have either one or two strands of double strand barbed wire above and one strand of plain wire below. The bottom strand helps to lift the net further out of the vegetation reducing corrosion and also increases the height of the fence. When correctly erected the wire will be tensioned between straining posts which should be placed at not more than 100m intervals or at every change of direction. These straining posts are generally 7-8 ft long with a 5-6 inch diameter. The netting should then be whipped round the strainers. Staples should not be knocked in tight as this damages the galvanising and therefore reduces the life of the fence. Intermediate posts are usually either round or half round and should be placed at 2 –2 ½ metre intervals. This fencing makes a strong stock barrier for most forms of stock at a reasonable cost. Because the netting is made from mild steel the action of snow and frost has the effect of slackening the wire and this is the main reason that mild steel has now been largely replaced by high tensile wire.

2 High Tensile Fencing Initially the concept of high tensile fencing came from Australia and New Zealand from where, incidentally, most of the modern fencing techniques originated. The properties of high tensile wire give it approximately twice the strength of mild steel and is not slackened by cold and snow. Because of the nature of high tensile wire it can be tightened to a greater degree than mild steel. This makes it possible to put intermediate and straining posts further apart, i.e. up to 400 metres for strainers and 8 metres for intermediate posts. The obvious advantage is one of cost because of savings made in posts and erection time. Although the usually accepted spacings are 8 metres, experience shows that this is suitable for use with sheep, but post spacing of 4-6 metres are better for cattle. However, if the barbed wire is replaced with one strand of electrified fencing then once again 8 metre spacings are quite adequate. High tensile wire is also better for use on rough ground when compared with mild steel as it tends not to distort when pulled into hollows or over bumps. One problem, however, with high tensile wire is the difficulty experienced by nonprofessional fencers to erect it as the stiffer nature of the wire requires special techniques to enable the correct tension to be applied to the wire otherwise any advantages in its use are immediately lost. Electric Fencing When electric fencing is mentioned most people immediately think of a single strand of temporary wire run from a battery energiser for strip grazing. This system is now mainly used for the temporary closing off of an area, e.g. strip grazing. Electric systems are, however, very effective for permanent use and a very versatile form of fencing. Various systems are available on the market, although the basic principles apply to most of them. The fence generally comprises strands of galvanised high tensile plain wire attached to posts by plastic insulators. Post spacing can be anything up to 10 metres. The number of wires and the post spacing will depend on the application of the fence. Basically, however, the least number of wires and the simpler the system is, the more reliable it will be, four or five strands should be used for sheep but the bottom wire is not electrified and five strands are only needed if the fence is going to take pressure from stock. One of the main advantages of this type of fencing is its versatility, e.g. temporary systems can easily be run off the permanent system without needing an additional battery energised. A single strand on top of a new net fence replacing one row of barbed wire will result in the increased life of the fence as the animals will stay clear of the fence and not rub up against it. Where possible, permanent electric fences are generally better run from a mains energiser. The greater power helps to keep down vegetation from the fence and also does away with the need for changing batteries. Wind and solar generators are available for use in remote areas. Remember, when planning a fence the cheapest is not always the most economic in the long term. It can be much more efficient to employ a contractor or an experienced neighbour. The right type of correctly erected fence should give many years of trouble free service and help maintain good relations with your neighbours, not to mention preventing potentially horrendous costs which could be incurred if cattle stray into crops, or to a non-breed bull or on to a public highway. See Item 12 on Insurance.

3. Grassland Management Basic Principles Cattle should never be overstocked as over-stocking causes poaching (damage caused by cows’ feet) which destroys soil structure and grass roots, particularly in wet weather, resulting in reduced yields. Whilst stock levels vary according to the quality of the land suggested stocking rates (when using reasonable grassland) are 1 cow per acre – grazing only. To provide winter hay / silage, allow an extra 1-1 1/2 acres per cow. This level will decrease if, for example, the cattle are mixed with sheep or horses. If wintering outside, the cattle should be fed on a welldrained area if possible. In very wet conditions it is best to sacrifice a small area, and not the whole field. Production of Grass In spring, the grassland should be chain-harrowed in order to spread droppings and mole hills. This removes old grass and moss from pasture thus ensuring maximum new growth. In badly poached and damaged areas, apply quick growing grass seeds e.g. perennial rye grass or a special “patching” mixture. Fertiliser application is very dependent on land fertility and weather conditions, but as a guide application is as follows: For grazing land – 2 cwts of 20.10.10 fertiliser per acre, containing i.e. 20 units of Nitrogen, 10 units of Phosphate, 10 units of Potash and to be applied during spring and late summer. For hay – 3 cwts of 20.10.10 fertilizer per acre. For silage – 4-5 cwts of 20.10.10 fertiliser per acre. If your objective is to produce ORGANIC BEEF use natural fertiliser such as calcified seaweed, farmyard manure, etc. Note: Heavy use of nitrogen locks up minerals in soil and can cause grass staggers etc in your animals, and therefore great care should be taken. Soil analysis can be obtained commercially and is well worth the modest investment. MAFF provide this service for testing various deficiencies and also provide advice on any actions which should be taken. Conservation of grass is important for winter feeding. For a small fold, small bales of hay are easier to handle. If a tractor or loader are available in winter, big bale silage and hay can be used but are difficult to ration effectively. Weed control A good stocking rate keeps weeds down and prevents weeds from seeding however, small isolated patches should be cut by a scythe/strimmed before seed heads appear, For, heavy infestation, cut with a mower or pasture topper or possible spray with an appropriate herbicide. If it is necessary to spray weeds, get professional advice in order not to contravene Health & Safety Regulations which are very strict. Also read instructions carefully prior to using a proprietary weed killer. The field must be left before the cattle can start grazing. The exact period will be specified on the instructions. Remember: any chemical sprays and artificial fertilisers defeat the objective of rearing organic beef. If grass grows more quickly than can be eaten by cattle, and starts to seed, it is best to cut the pasture with a mower to encourage new growth. It is argued that topping pasture at the right time can increase productivity of grass by up to 30%. As a guide the optimum sward height should be between 3-4 cms. Grassland management is a compromise – what is good for animals is not always good for grassland and vice versa.

4. Feeding Hay The grass is ready for cutting when seed heads have flowered usually late June or July, when weather is favourable. Wilt grass (allow to dry out) and move regularly if weather allows to obtain even drying. It should be baled only when bone dry otherwise the hay will go mouldy and be unusable. It should be moved to a barn as soon as possible. If unsure or unable to carry out your own hay making it is often better to purchase good hay than risk making poor hay. It is argued that buying in from another site can make up for mineral deficiencies found in one’s own grass but check if you have any deficiencies first. The equipment is expensive and therefore it is always better to come to an arrangement with a neighbour or employ a contractor, Hay must be allowed to sweat in the stack for a few weeks before feeding, especially if baled green. Feeding may begin later in summer if grass is scarce, but in general feeding may begin when available grass has been eaten which will vary on the year’s weather. A suitable quantity might vary between 5lbs and 15bs of hay per day per animal, but depends upon the cow’s needs and the quality of hay. A dry cow (not suckling) needs less hay than a freshly calved cow or a suckling cow. A bullock (steer) requires about the same as a dry cow. If animals are being turned onto lush grass, it is advisable to offer hay or good barley straw as well as grass whilst cattle acclimatise to new grass to help avoid bloat. It is advisable to offer minerals (particularly magnesium) well before and during turnout, especially if indoor cattle have not been fed supplementary concentrate, which usually contains minerals. High magnesium minerals, which may be administered by the provision of a lick or by orally dosed product available from your veterinarian, will help prevent staggers. The symptoms of stagger (hypomagnesaemia) will be found in a veterinary dictionary. Silage In small herd situations it may be more practical to make silage in big round bales or bags. These can be stacked outside all winter. Silage in bales is easy to feed but difficult to ration therefore an ad-lib system particularly with out wintered cattle, is the only option. If feeding good quality silage, the feeding of additional concentrate is often unnecessary, however, consult a nutritionist/veterinarian for expert advice. Silage making is less dependent on good weather and a lot less labour is needed to gather the crop. It is possible to make silage out of a failed hay crop, i.e. bale damp, semi-made hay and wrap it. The major disadvantage of big bale silage is: it cannot be rationed like hay and a tractor and loader are needed to handle it. An advantage is it can be stacked in a remote are of the farm to facilitate feeding in winter. Opened bales need to be used up within 4-5 days to retain their quality. Feedstuffs Feeding cake (proprietary bagged feedstuffs) to in-calf cows must be done carefully so that cows do not get too fat for calving. Neither must cows be allowed to become too thin so as to deprive the growing calf. Over-fat cows are liable to have calving difficulties. Overweight cows will be covered elsewhere as it is a condition to be avoided at all costs. It can be the cause of many other important problems of healthcare, including loss of fertility.

In the case of Highlands, cows are liable to be dry at the latter end of the year if calving in early spring. If being fed silage or good hay, supplementary feeding with cake must be done with caution to avoid problems. If you are giving straw, supplementary feeding may be necessary, provision of minerals may also be advisable. Advice should be taken from the feed supplier where cake is bought and, of course, your veterinarian should always be asked to give advice if you have any doubts. Straw This can be purchased in small bales, large round bales, or in larger, heavy rectangular bales. Clean, unweathered barley straw is most palatable for feeding. If fed outside, supplementary cake is probably necessary, especially if feeding in-calf cows (with straw). Straw does become unpalatable if it is allowed to get wet. Clean, unweathered oat straw can be fed to stock and it is usually cheaper than barley straw. Clean, dry pea straw is also good feed once stock get used to it. It contains peas which are protein. Musty, mouldy straw or hay should most definitely not be fed as moulds can cause health problems including loss of fertility. It is probably cheaper to buy straw off the field at harvest. Barley straw is better material to feed cattle with; it is softer than wheat but more expensive.

5. Healthcare Observation of behaviour is essential. An animal will demonstrate by its demeanour, appearance or reluctance to eat that something is wrong. Expert advice should be sought urgently from your veterinarian as an animal can decline very rapidly if not treated. In the main, Highland Cattle are very resistant to health problems and require minimal healthcare. The most important regular job is the application of a worming product (anthelmintic) such as ivermectin. This keeps control of the majority of internal and external parasites such as tapeworm, lungworm or skin mites/lice. The latter are common in Highland Cattle and may be recognised by the fact that the animal is constantly scratching, has wet patches on its hair and small oval white eggs are seen in the hair when combing. Your vet will advise you on frequency of giving an anthelmintic and when you should change brand to prevent tolerance to one product. The compound can be administered by oral bolus, injection or as a pour on. All are equally effective. The bolus and injection can give a quicker peak of response if being used for treatment rather than prevention, the pour-on has a longer period of efficiency, but products are constantly being improved and veterinary advice should always be sought. Some further examples of healthcare matters are set out below. A good book on bovine healthcare or a veterinary dictionary will give further details. IF IN DOUBT CALL YOUR VET. Hypomgnesaemia (staggers) is due to inadequate magnesium in the bloodstream and can be a killer. Lactating cows or cows whose calves have just been weaned are at greatest risk. This occurs most frequently when cows are turned out onto lush Spring grass. Prevention is a better approach by feeding a magnesium rich supplement during, or before, high risks situations arises. Emergency treatment with intravenous administration of magnesium salts is the only cure for affected cows. Some do not survive.

4 Hypocalcaemia (Milk Fever) This occurs in cows during, or more commonly after, calving and is caused by a fall in calcium and possibly phosphorous in the blood. Prevention is not possible. Cure is intravenous or subcutaneous (under skin) injection of calcium and phosphorous. Incidence of milk fever can increase in outdoor calvers in, wet weather. Consult your veterinarian on all these points. Infertility Poor feeding and body conditions: cows must be in good condition at mating. They also need an adequate supply of minerals, high in phosphorous especially before and during mating. Copper has an effect on fertility and deficiency can be detected by a blood diagnostic test. Infection of the ovaries can cause irregular or absent heat periods. Again it should be noted that the major cause of infertility is overweight. Minerals Cattle must receive minerals in some form or another – from grass, cake or specific licks or powders. Minerals are available to buy in different formulations for different problems. They can be mixed with rolled cereals or bought in solid licks or in free access powder form. Before and during mating cows must have an adequate supply of minerals, particularly those high in phosphorous. Copper also has an effect on fertility. Deficiencies should be rectified on the basis of advice from your veterinarian. Administration should always be in accordance with the instructions on the mineral bag or bucket. There are various proprietary products available which claim to supply minerals, by their distribution on pasture, to grazing cattle. Basic slag, a bi-product of steel-making, is a good supplier of trace elements and minerals if spread on grassland. Again never hesitate to seek professional advice. Water Ideally water supplied from borehole or mains and distributed into troughs should be available as opposed to stream or river water. It is a condition of membership of many cattle Health Schemes that clean water is available, i.e. not shared via a water course. It is worth mentioning that it is against the law to pollute water courses with farm animal waste and silage effluent, a substance highly toxic to river life, which comes from the fermenting grass. Take care not to site silage or stack bales near water courses. Water troughs should be supplied one per field or paddock, also in yards and calving boxes where self filling water bowls may be a better option. In hot, dry weather adult cattle will consume at least 12 gallons of water daily. Troughs must be large enough to supply the number of cattle per field during warm weather and should be frequently checked. These are examples. As a first step you should consult with your veterinarian and establish a fold healthcare programme.

6. Stockmanship The following are points with reference to stockmanship specific to Highland Cattle. A book such as the Herdsman’s Book by Stansfield is recommended. The Society also has a panel of regional fieldsmen who are experts and always ready and willing to help and give advice.

Observation A good stockman should look at his stock every day. Know your animals; look for abnormal behaviour, especially in the weeks before calving. An experienced stockman will know something is wrong and what to do. If you are not experienced, get professional advice. Handling It is it essential that you can halter your females and bulls, then you have good control for vetting etc. The veterinarian does not want to chase an animal round a field! It is essential to have a crush or handling race incorporating a neck yolk. For Ministry blood tests, injections, drenching etc, the cattle must be held in a crush. These are now made specially for Highlands. If you can construct a race in an enclosed yard or building, it will prove invaluable. It is advisable to get advice from other breeders before planning the layout of handling facilities, although each breeder will plan a system of management which suits their own particular circumstances. An HCS fieldsmen will always assist on request. Halter training Claves should be haltered as early as possible. After the first few weeks when the mother is less aggressively protective, give her some food in a confined space and halter her up either in a yard or building. Gently coax the calf to accept the halter and tie it up near enough the mother for her to be happy; do not get near enough to the cow for her to injure you. Do this over a period of a few days; the calf will jump and fall down, but walk it and eventually it will quieten down. After much perseverance the calf will accept the halter.

7. Breeding and Calving Pedigree Bloodlines Pedigree Highland heifers will normally be served as 3 year olds, so that they will calve as rising four year olds. Leaving them until they are three enables them to grow as much as possible before their energy is diverted into the growth of a calf. However, some breeders will, if the heifer is already well grown, allow her to be served at the age of two. Once you have decided to breed from your cow or heifer, you need to make some important decisions about the choice of bull, and whether you are going to use him ‘in person’ or by Artificial Insemination (AI) (see later chapter on Bulls) If you have bought your cow or heifer at a recognised Highland Cattle Society sale, you will be in possession of at least a ‘short pedigree’ as detailed in the sale catalogue. This will list her parents, and both sets of grandparents. As a rule, it is best not to choose a bull who is closely related to your animal - i.e. who appears on her short pedigree. You should also try to choose a bull from a ‘good’, i.e. well-established, fold. However, you will need to guard against buying a bull that is too well established – if he or his father has been widely used in the past, you may later have difficulty in buying females who are not closely related to him! This is where advice and guidance from your fieldsman, or another Club member, can prove invaluable.

5 Recognition of cow in season Q: How can I tell when my cow is ready for mating? A: One of the most obvious signs of a cow being in season (or “bulling”) will be that her vulva is moist and sticky, and there may be a slight ‘show’ of blood. Unfortunately, as her season may only last about 12-18 hours, this state is easily missed. Another sign to look for is that females may ‘ride’ each other – however, it is not always clear which of the animals (the one riding, or the one being ridden) is the one in season! The definition given at the International Conference was “the cow being mounted from behind is in season, if mounting from the front the one mounting is in season”. If you have a bull (or even a steer) in the same field, then he will give you the most helpful indication, by being very interested in her, and attempting to mount. She will only stand still for him if she is ready to mate. Q: Should I just let nature take its course? A: Generally, yes, but there are some issues around the timing of the birth that need to be considered: The average gestation period for a Highland cow is 280 days (or around 9 months, the same as humans). However, each cow is an individual and may vary by five days either side of this. In particular, a heifer having her first calf may ‘go over’ by as much as a week or possibly a few days more. If too long or the animal is showing signs of distress or ill health call the veterinarian immediately. From 1996, the official ‘birthday’ of each animal is 1st January (prior to 1996, it was 1st December). This is the period over which the society herd book runs, and means that all animals born in the same year will be regarded as being the same age (i.e. a yearling, 2 year old, etc.). It follows that those born later in the year will be disadvantaged at shows and sales by the fact they are younger, and therefore smaller. It is therefore beneficial to arrange your calving date as close to 1st January as the climatic conditions will allow, i.e. later in the north than the south. Another consideration is the number of females you have, and your own personal circumstances. You need to decide whether it is more convenient for you to arrange for your calving dates to be close together, or spread throughout the year. It is advisable to have a tight calving pattern. Caring for the pregnant cow The main points in managing your cow’s pregnancy are: • Record the calving date Note the service date when the cow became pregnant as, from that you can calculate and record the likely calving date, allowing a possible variation of five days earlier/later. • Control the cow’s feeding - See 4 above • Maintain the cow’s health Monitor cow health closely, ideally following a Fold Health Programme (see 5 above). If in any doubt whatsoever, consult your veterinary surgeon. • If a cow aborts The definition of abortion, under the Brucellosis, England and Wales order 1981, is any calf (whether dead or alive) born less than 271 days after service or insemination If -

your cow aborts, you must: Report the abortion to your vet Isolate the cow from all other animals Retain the afterbirth and foetus for inspection by the vet

Woman of child bearing age in general and very specifically a pregnant woman should not deal with aborted material or cows that are aborting. Preparing for calving Q: inside or out? A: Most Highlanders will happily calve out in the open, with no ill effect to either the mother or calf. However, if there are problems, you will have great difficulty in dealing with these in the middle of a wind-swept field, especially at 3am! The sensible thing answer is to bring the cow near to the house, preferably in a covered pen, and close to a supply of electricity and water. If cows have to be calved a long way from the house, then it is well worth constructing a catching pen in the field. NB Highlands are very protective mothers, and even those who are normally placid can become dangerous during and after giving birth. Q: What other preparations do I need to make? A: Ideally, you should have experience in assisting a calving before you attempt to ‘go solo’. You will then be able to see at first hand what is involved. Q: What equipment will I need? A: The basic equipment you will need to have to hand includes: -

Supply of clean, warm water and soap Antiseptic (preferably containing iodine) Disposable plastic gloves Lubricant for gloves (preferably obstetric jelly; soap if its clean) Calving ropes Supply of colostrum substitute, such as volostrum, with suitable measuring and mixing equipment - Feeding bottle and teat (both clean) - Stomach tube Calving During the week immediately before the calving date, watch for behavioural and physical signs that the cow is entering the early stages of labour: Behavioural signs - Loss of appetite - Cow separates herself from the rest of the fold - Cow is restless, frequently lying down and getting up again. Sometimes she lies stretched out on one side for short periods - Tail swishing from side to side. Later she holds her tail high and arches her back. Physical signs - The uterus drops lower into the abdomen as the calf is lined up for entry into the cervix - Enlargement and filling of the udder (known as “bagging up”). The udder may also become hard and congested. - The tail head rises due to slacking of the pelvic ligaments. This is noticeable only when cow is standing. When the ligaments relax completely (“dropping”), calving will normally take place within 24 hours. - The lips of the vulva redden and swell to double their size. There is discharge mucus possibly tinged with blood. - The embryonic sac appears at the vulva as the ‘first water bag’, if not already broken.

6 If the cow has shown some or all the above signs, you will need to keep a careful watch on her. If she is in a field away from the house this will be difficult (but not impossible if you make frequent visit and use binoculars), but this is where bringing her close to the house will have paid off, as it makes life far simpler. If nothing has happened after about 2 hours, the chances are that something is wrong, and she will need to be examined. If you have no experience of carrying out an internal examination, then enlist the help of someone who has, or call the veterinarian. A normally-presented calf is born with both front feet appearing first, closely followed by the head – sometimes referred to as the ‘diving position’. Any variation from this is an abnormal presentation, and will require adjustment before the calf can be safely delivered. Do not try to manipulate an abnormal presentation unless you have been trained. If the front feet have appeared and the cow has been pushed hard for about an hour, but is making no progress – and you are in no doubt as to the correct action to take, call the veterinarian. If the back legs of the calf appear first and its hooves point with the soles uppermost, urgent action is needed – if you are in doubt of the correct action to take, call the veterinarian. Expertise in calving can only be acquired through experience built up over a period of time, and complicated calvings are best dealt with by a veterinarian until sufficient experience has been gained. Once the calf has been born, the cow should start to lick it. This action will stimulate and dry the calf. You will probably be surprised at how quickly the calf will struggle to its feet, and stagger about in search of its mother’s teat (anything between 20 minutes to an hour). It may however need some assistance in identifying the precise location, and you may need to gently guide it towards the udder, and even place the teat in its mouth. This could take some time! Even the tamest of animal can be very dangerous at calving and a few days thereafter. Extreme care should be taking when approaching. The milk the cow will initially provides is colostrum, which contains antibodies that will provide the calf with resistance against infection. You must insure that the calf has had its first supply of colostrum. If the calf is unable or unwilling to suckle, or if the cow will not stand still, then a suitable colostrum substitute, such as Volostrum, should be mixed and administered in accordance with the instruction on the pack. A rough guide is that after this initial feed, the calf should suckle every two to three hours. The calf which doesn’t suck It is an unfortunate fact that Highland breeders lose calves every year because, for one reason or another, they fail to suck. If human intervention is necessary a race, crush or other physical means of separation should be available to protect the handlers or the veterinarian. A calf which hasn’t sucked and is otherwise well will usually be unsettled and will make more noise than a contented calf. These calves often follow their mothers around and do not settle in the same way as a contented calf. The mother is also unhappy about the situation as she doesn’t experience the release of hormones associated with a calf having sucked. The uterus may also fail to contract sufficiently to dispel the after-birth and it can often be a sign of a calf ’s failure to suck when a cow hasn’t correctly cleansed. As she instinctively knows things are not right the mother may often be agitated and if a cow which is usually quiet after calving becomes more aggressive than usual then the failure of the calf to such must be considered.

What, then are some possible causes? Excessive hair around the udder, resulting in the calf sucking on hair rather that on the teat. The calf will be in the correct position and will appear to be sucking but will not be contented. Older cows can have conically shaped teats which are difficult for the calf to get into its mouth. Another reason is poor positioning. The calf doesn’t know where to go and searches anxiously around its mother but doesn’t quite find a teat. The calf may then smell the mother’s cleansing and suck on this trail, hanging from the cow’s rear, rather than continue to search for a teat. In this case the calf tends to lick rather than suck and this can result in it losing its initial sucking instinct, making it more difficult to feed it colostrum milked from its mother. Colostrum is the milk secreted immediately after calving. It contains all the antibodies required by the calf to protect it against viruses and bacteria. It also acts as a purgative, clearing accumulated faecal matter from the intestine. This black putty like substance is an early sign of having sucked. Colostrum if taken from the dam should be given immediately. If left to go cold or stored frozen it should be gently warmed by placing the bottle in warm water. N.B it should not be boiled or microwaved. It must be administered within 6 hours of birth as after the calf ’s ability to absorb decreases. If this is the case a teat with a very large hole attached to a bottle, and a lot of patience, is necessary, or tubing into the calf ’s stomach as colostrum must be put into the calf as soon as possible. A calf which has not sucked will look gutted and slightly hunched; the breeder will very soon know there is a problem and get veterinary assistance as a matter of urgency. What to do It is necessary to have some safe and secure place to milk the cow to produce the colostrum for the calf. Excess hair should be trimmed away from the teats and with patience and determination it may be possible to milk the cow into the calf ’s mouth placing the teat in its mouth thereby showing it what it gets and from where. It is often necessary to do this two or three times a day for several days until eventually the calf gets the hang of things. It is better to milk the cow first, thus reducing the size of her teats, as this may not be as easy later when you have been upsetting her by handling her calf. If, as will probably be the case, the calf doesn’t suck straight away then you have colostrum which you can feed to the calf in small and frequent feeds, but within the six hour time period. It is not always easy, and great care must be taken that the cow is completely secure before handling the calf. In cases of great difficulty where it is too difficult to milk the cow then fresh or frozen colostrum from another cow or proprietary colostrum substitute can be used and administered in accordance with the instructions. The calf can then be put on milk powder substitute feed if it is to be bottle or bucket fed. Post calving The cow will normally expel the afterbirth within an hour or two of calving, and some cows will then eat it. If you have seen no evidence of the afterbirth in the calving area after a day or so, and particularly if the cow seems unwell, call the veterinarian. It is worth reiterating here that care must be taken with a freshly-calved cow, her protectiveness towards her calf may result in her being unusually aggressive, and an aggressive Highland is dangerous.

7 Naming your calf The key points about naming calves can be summarised as follows:

8. Bull or Artificial Insemination?

• Although every breeder is entitled to name in any way he wishes, the Society is keen to encourage the continuing use of Gaelic names for Highland cattle. A list of suitable names is available from the Society or through your regional club.

Hire of a bull, purchase of a bull or artificial insemination Breeders should decide for themselves which is most suitable for their situation after maybe considering the following advantages and disadvantages. First to consider is natural service. One of the main advantages is that a bull is a far better heat detector than you or I. He has a nose for the job. Another option is hire or loan of a bull. This is less costly than purchasing and the bull can be returned when you are satisfied the job has been done. Limited keep and the management are needed. One disadvantaged to this method is limited availability of quality bulls to meet your requirements; another is the danger of a busy hire bull spreading disease from one fold to another if not carefully monitored and all health status criteria adhered to in the correct manner. Next to consider is the purchase of a bull. This requires careful selection as a bull is going to contribute 50% to all your calves. As with a hire bull you need to check his pedigree to see that he is not closely related to any of your females, and you feel his type will improve your breeding. After making this decision you are then responsible for the management of this animal. Over the period of hire no licence for a bull is required.

• It is important to be able to follow the female line, so it is useful to follow a naming system which will assist this. Briefly, a heifer calf will take on its own mother’s name, together with the Fold name. if the mother was bred in the same Fold, the daughter’s name is supplemented by a number. For example : You attend an HCS sale and purchase Anabladh of Alpha, to add to your Delta fold. She produces a heifer calf, which you would name Anabladh of Delta. If Anabladh of Alpha produces a heifer calf the following year, you would name her Anabladh 2nd of Delta and so on. • Highland cattle are classified under the following colours: Red, Yellow, White, Black, Brindle and Dun. You may find it best to leave it until the last minute before registration to decide on the colour of you calf, as they are known to change colour as their coat matures, especially black calves who are frequently born with a red coat! Weaning your calf A calf can be weaned from its mother at anything between 5 and 10 months of age. Ideally, the calf should be able ‘rest’ for 3 months or so after calving before she is again served by the bull, so you will probably want to separate the calf from its mother at around 7-8 months to give her 4-5 months rest before calving. The simplest method is to bring in both the cow and calf, and then move the cow out again. You will then need to move the calf to a location out of sight (and preferably out of earshot) of mother. It is obviously better to wean two or more calves at the same time, so they have each others’ company whilst getting used to life on their own. NB They do not all have to be exactly the same age – maybe an average of 7-8 months. On the day before weaning, the calf will be receiving between 40% milk and 60% concentrate. The concentrate should be increased for the last week before weaning and by 50% on the day of weaning. This should be reduced slowly after a few weeks. Calves which have been creep fed do not check or stress as much as those that suckle only. Both the cow and calf may shout for some time after separation, but this should die down after a few days. Selling calves Calves can be sold as soon as they are weaned – i.e. approximately a week after separation. You can dispose of them in one of several ways: • At a Highland Cattle Society-recognised Sale. NB The animals will need to be halter-trained and used to grooming. • Privately - by putting an advertisement in a newspaper such as the Farmers Guardian, Farmers Weekly or Scottish Farmer, or your local newspaper. • By putting an advertisement in the Highland Cattle Society Newsletter/on the website, or in your regional club newsletter/on their website When the calf has been sold, you will need to pay the current transfer fee plus VAT in the UK to have the ownership details amended on the Highland Cattle Society records.

Care of Bull For several reasons it may not always be practical to run your bull full time with your females, e.g. timing of calving, young stock not of calving age etc., so separation is necessary. A high pen with vertical bars to prevent climbing is preferred. It should be roomy, well ventilated and provide some shelter, situated where your bull can see some farmyard activity. Grooming and attention will help prevent him from becoming bored. Your bull is likely to become aggressive if confined to a small dark hole with little or no attention. Fences should be of sound construction should your bull get the urge to wander. A strong and permanent specifically designed fence is the best deterrent. If you select a young bull, say 15-18 months old, he should be broken into work gradually, say 6-7 females in his first season, maybe 20 females at two years old. A mature bull should cope with approximately 30-35 cows. A young bull will spend much of his time hunting females for heat and deprive himself of time to feed, with obvious results. A young bull should be penned away from the cows for a few hours each day to allow him some extra feeding time. For the purpose of handling, ringing your bull is a must, although some breeders fear the ring may snag when the bull is left out on a rough territory. Always remember a bull can be a dangerous animal. Never trust him. AI (Artificial Insemination) AI is very practical if a breeder has good handling facilities, and is able to detect heat periods. The advantage of AI is that there is no need to keep a bull. All AI bulls chosen by the Cattle Society are of the highest health status. AI requires accurate observation and experience to judge the optimum time for service. There are, however, hormonal products available based on prostaglandins (sometimes called prids). These are used for calculating the precise date and time of serving using AI. Your veterinary surgeon will give you a full explanation as to their use. This method does take a little time to organise. Your local AI centre should be contacted to arrange storage of the semen. A small monthly charge is made for this. Straws of semen are then ordered from Scottish Livestock Services (SMMB) in Paisley, who arrange delivery to your local centre. The straws are then stored in a flask, and will be used only for your animals. A service charge is made each time an animal is inseminated.

10. Showing Cattle Showing is a pleasant occupation, although very hard work. It allows you to see the results your breeding programme is producing compared to the breed standards. Judges differ in how they score certain characteristics, but experience and discussion will teach you the points which are being examined. Your cattle are not only an advert for your fold but for the breed in general. Apart from the satisfaction of breeding good cattle, prizes all add to the value of a cow and its progeny and are thus very important. Some people show for personal satisfaction. The majority, especially the commercial breeders, do and have to take it very seriously because of the added value it gives their business. They will therefore spend some time in preparation and have “tricks of the trade” to ensure the best result. Shows should be visited before you start showing your own beasts, to observe these procedures and talk to experienced breeder and showmen. The main tasks are briefly described as follows: The Show Ring The most important factor in preparing cattle for the show ring is that the job must always be done to a high standard. It is a poor advertisement if a beast is only half washed or badly groomed. Selection of Stock The animals one intends to enter for a show may have to be selected many months in advance, so as to enable feeding and management to produce the right condition. Halter training should be started as young as possible, preferably as calves. Feeding This is important - to produce a well fleshed animal with a good bloom on its coat, is the main objective. As well as concentrates or cobs, sugar beet pulp or bran will help to keep the digestion in good order. Oil rich foods and molasses will give the coat bloom. Good quality hay is good forage and easily handled at shows. Housing Most animals are brought indoors or penned. They need a cool location with plenty of ventilation and clean bedding. Adequate exercise will be necessary to keep the animals moving smoothly and to stimulate circulation. Washing This not only removes dirt and dead hair but improves coat condition. An approved shampoo should be used, taking care not to allow detergent into eyes or ears. Rinse thoroughly. If using a powder wash, great care should be taken not to use too high pressure Feet The feet should be well trimmed as this will allow the animal to walk and stand correctly. Just before entry into the show ring ensure the hooves are clean and lightly oiled. Grooming A perth comb should be lightly applied to the coat to remove any knots and dead hair, after which, a light brushing and a spray with an animal coat dressing will give the required result.

Horns These should be lightly sanded, then oiled. Care should be taken with young stock. Parading Aim to have your animal quiet but showing itself. Try to catch the judge’s eye, but not too much. Practice getting the animal to stand correctly. If an animal is unused to a halter and is being lead with reluctance or showing sign of bad temper, it will not only put off the judge but also prospective purchasers. Lastly be of smart appearance yourself. The Highland Cattle Society supports exhibitors at shows by presenting prizes, rosettes and financial incentives at some of the larger shows. They also run the show Fold of the Year competition for large and small folds.. The Regional Highland Cattle Breeders Clubs also provide their own prizes and rosettes at the more local shows as well as running their own Fold of the Year competitions. They also hold meetings throughout the year, which are very educational and informative as well as being pleasant social occasions.

12. Insurance and Support Organisations Is insurance necessary? Yes, it is vital, even if you only have only animal and must include public liability. Owning livestock brings with it a lot of pleasure but also responsibilities – and the potential for some very large bills if thing go wrong. When arranging insurance, the most important cover is not for the animals themselves but liability insurance to cover the risk if the owner is held liable for injuries to people, or damage to property. Straying livestock have been known to cause serious road accidents, which have led to compensation claims of hundreds of thousands of pounds; while a few head of cattle trampling a prized garden can easily bring in a bill of several thousand pounds. A Livestock Policy pays out if an animal is stolen, dies or has to be slaughtered for humane reasons due to disease or accident. Death or slaughter for humane reasons caused while an animal is in transit, or as a result of worrying should also be covered but check the terms and conditions of your own policy. The country’s leading insurer is NFU Mutual and Avon, and further information can be obtained from your local NFU Group Secretary (see telephone directory). Your own insurance broker may be able to arrange cover.

13. RECOMMENDED BOOK LIST Calving the Cow and Care of the Calf Eddie Straiton .........................................................Farming Press Cattle Behaviour CJC Phillips............................................................Farming Press Black’s Veterinary Dictionary Geoffrey West ........................................................ A & C Black Diseases of Cattle: A Manual of Diagnosis Blood, Brightling & Larcombe ............................ Bailiere Tindall Fertility and Obstetrics in Cattle D Noakes.....................................................................Blackwell

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15th Highland Cattle Show Sports Hall of Wichtrach BE, Switzerland ‘Continuous improvement in the international ranking’

Judge Robert Phillip (left) and commentator and club president Walter Schluep inspecting the listed animals.

The Swiss Highland cattle breed has made a huge improvement in the last years (and don’t forget: the Swiss Highland Cattle Society was founded only in 1995!): Judge Robert Phillip was delighted about the quality of the shown animals. A remark that every Swiss Highland Cattle breeder loves to hear: “With your animals presented in this show you could keep up internationally to every show in every country! “ Be it the testimony of a Scottish, German, Danish or English Judge: at least in this point, the experts – whom we invite from abroad especially for judging our show - agree. And this, although the Swiss Highland Cattle Society has existed for only 19 years: in the early nineties, intensive breeders would laugh about the Highland Cattle in Switzerland, but slowly this modest animal has conquered its space in the recent years especially in conservation areas and bogs, abandoned Alps, which threaten to revert back to steep slopes and areas with a poor supply of food, where every other cow would starve miserably. In the meantime, 10,000 of these beautiful shaggy horned animals live on a few hundred Swiss farms and their number is increasing constantly: they have become an economic and satisfying alternative for those emerging from dairy farming and switching to a beef breed.

Her cow HR-Evita was female reserve champion and she also won the award for the best group of animals from one breeder: lovely Rita Horat of Schwyz (with her father Robert (from left to right), breeder Ruedi Hager and brother Pius)

Difficult choice for the judge This year, Judge Robert Phillip from North Yorkshire was particularly impressed by the females: when he had to honor the female champion among the seven female category winners, he was very impressed by their qualities and had a hard time to make his decision. But eventually he chose the three year old heifer “JGO-Corona” of Sepp Gisler from Oetwil am See ZH, a feminine and very beautiful animal. Reserve Champion was “HR-Evita” of Rita Horat from Schwyz; she also won the trophy for the best group of animals from one breeder, because her animals were a very harmonious and homogeneous group.

The trophy for the male champion was won by Ernst Bamert with “Urquhart of Broomrigg” .

Male champion was the very impressive, mighty and beautiful five year old bull “Urquhart of Broomrigg” shown by Ernst Bamert from Gibswil ZH: “ THIS is what I call a Highland bull: he shows character and all the breed characteristics that we want to see, his size and format make him a jewel”, he gushed. Reserve Champion was “Peter” by Sepp Gisler who was very close to the champion said Robert Phillip, but: “ Sometimes it’s just a very small, fine detail that makes me decide, it can be a movement, the attitude - and within a split of a second I can tell the winning animal”, he specified. He often praised the typical head shape of the breed, which emerged as one of the criteria for the winner. Among the almost 80 animals in the ring of Wichtrach the Judge has not seen one bad animal that should not have been taken to the show: a gratifying proof of the strong Swiss breeding status.

He won the award for best young bull under 30 months which was donated this year for the first time: “Destino” of Walter Schluep, presented by Mr. Braveheart Casey Vögtlin.

Our young breeders are our future : Noel Burger won the Young Breeders Cup with Burger’s Califf 2.

A rare ceremony: Martin Braun from Goldiwil (left) and Sepp Gisler from Oetwil were honored for participating EVERY Swiss Highland Show ever (15 times)!!!.

Première: the Young Bull Trophy Sepp Gisler from Oetwil am See near Zurich has donated an award for the best and most promising young bull under 30 months which was won by the spirited white yearling “Destino” of Walter Schluep from Reinach BL. The “Bantiger Award” for the best young cow was won by “Amira” of Ueli Rufer from Kirchenthurnen near Berne. It took some years to award an “Old Lady” again, a selection of cows that had more than 10 calves: “Well check out these strong, healthy and impressive cows at this age: they are the best proof of the quality and durability of the Highland Cattle! Which other breed can do the same?” said enthusiastic Robert Phillip. Best Old Lady was the 16 -year-old “Anastasia” of Ueli Jost, Krauchthal BE, closely followed by “JGO Alice” (15) of Sepp Gisler, Oetwil am See ZH. Seven brave young breeders from 8 to 15 years showed with obvious pleasure the result of their training with the cattle: winner was the well experienced Noel Burger ( 15) from Les Prés d’ Orvin (with the best male yearling “Burger’s Califf 2”) a youngster who probably started from the cradle with the Highland Cattle breed and who has been showing his motivation and enthusiasm for these animals for many years: several times he quietly and calmly presented the animals of his father Andreas. Every year a jury of children from the audience is asked to choose the nicest female animal, this time “Alina” of Werner Schiesser-Kalapos from Masein GR was “Miss Highland Show 2014”.

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Best Old Lady Anastasia (16 yrs) of Ueli Jost from Krauchthal, who has already had 10 calves (the cow, NOT Ueli!!!).

An exotic and attractive moment for Swiss agriculture The Highland Cattle is still an “exotic” animal in Switzerland – but it is also the best known breed of all. If you ask the non-agricultural working people about “Scottish Highland Cattle”, everybody shouts: “Oh, isn’t it this cuddly animal with long hair and horns?!” and nobody would EVER eat them, of course….. Therefore, the Swiss Highland Cattle Show is not “only” showing our animals to a Judge from abroad and getting an expert feedback for our good breeding success like in other countries, but it is also a very popular event, a “must go” for families with children, for interested people, for Scotland enthusiasts, because they can listen to the “very first Pipe Band of Switzerland”, the Happy Pipers from Lucerne, they can eat Scottish specialities like Highland Beef (nooo, we don’t serve Haggis, we prefer Burgers and Bratwurst!!!), drink Scottish Beer and Single Malt, can have a look at men in skirts and enjoy a small piece of Scotland in the very small country of Switzerland. Every year, the Swiss Highland Cattle show takes place in a different part of the country, this strategy gives us the possibility to show our breed to everybody in Switzerland (ok, Switzerland is not THAT small, but we try to reach all the regions…) and show breed alternatives to people in alpine prezones, in the mountains, even in some poor habitats in the shallow midlands, everywhere where an intensive dairy breed won’t make much sense. We don’t want the Highlander to take over the whole country, for there are many original Swiss breeds we don’t want to make extinct. But we just LOVE horns and hair……!! Mara Simonetta

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But the real winners are the breeders of course! Here’s the group some happy people after another very successful event.

We did NOT have fun – didn’t we, Mr. Phillip………??

Judge’s report – Robert Phillip Almost 80 animals were forward for my first judging assignment to Switzerland. Held in the village of Wichtrach an hour or so south of Basle.

The event was held in an ice hockey stadium which was perfect for the show, all the cattle were housed in pens at one end of the hall and the ring and display stands at the other. The top end of all the classes was very good. The bottom end was a bit small and maybe not fed enough to be show animals. But talking to the breeders some of them didn’t want them to big as they are very high up in the Alps with limited feed. My champion female was a lovely black 3 year old from the Gisler family this heifer would have done well in the shows over here and was a worthy winner. The reserve was the junior cow with a young calf. The champion male was a Scottish bred bull from the Broomrigg fold. The older bulls showed a lot of promise but some of the younger ones were not just up to the standard I think we require. The group of 3 or fold classes as they were called had some really good animals and was won by a young breeder which bodes well for the future of the breed in Switzerland. On the 2nd day along with the Happy pipers from Luzern, a dog agility demonstration and singing by a Yodelling quartet. I judged the old ladies

cup which had two 15 year old cows and one 16 year old cow all with calves and all good cows as well. As with all Highland judging the hospitality was excellent. The weather was superb and the scenery breathtaking. Many thanks to Walter Schluep and the Swiss Highland Cattle society for the invitation.

Female champion was the typical breed type and very feminine heifer “JGO-Corona” of Sepp Gisler from Oetwil am See.

Bitter & Twisted Highland Steak Pie Recipe • • • • • • • • • • • •

600g Highland beef steak, cut into cubes plain flour, seasoned with salt and freshly ground black pepper, for dusting 1 tbsp olive oil 1 onion, sliced 1 tsp chopped fresh rosemary 1 tsp chopped fresh thyme Dozen chestnut mushrooms cut into quarters salt and freshly ground black pepper 300ml hot beef stock 300ml Bitter & Twisted ale 225g/8oz ready- rolled puff pastry 1 free- range egg, beaten

Dust the cubed steak with the seasoned flour

Heat the oil in a large heavy-bottomed pan and fry the meat, stirring frequently, until browned on all sides. Add the sliced onions, herbs, mushrooms, salt and freshly ground black pepper, ale and the stock and bring to the boil.

Reduce the heat and simmer gently for an hour and a half.

Preheat the oven to 190C/375F/Gas 5. Transfer the filling mixture to an ovenproof dish. Cut a piece of pastry to fit across the top of the dish and place on top of the dish, then brush with beaten egg. 1.

Transfer to the oven and cook for 1 hour. If the pastry gets too brown, cover it with foil. Serve hot.

Kindly supplied by Ronnie Dodd, Sales Development Manager, Herald & Times Group

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Summer Show Results 2013 BEITH SHOW Saturday 27th April 2013 Judge: Mr K Brown

Bull born 2012 1st R McMillan & E Lawrence 2nd A & H Kirkpatrick 3rd Alan Prentice Bull born before 2012 1st Alastair Fitzsimon

Cow born after 1st January 2010 1st Mr & Mrs S Hunter Heifer born in 2010 1st I & S Graham Heifer born in 2011 1st Mr J S McKechnie 2nd Mr J S McKechnie 3rd Alan Prentice

Cow in milk with own calf at foot or in calf 1st Glasgow City Council 2nd Alastair Fitzsimon 3rd S & R Hunter

Heifer born in 2012 1st R McMillan & E Lawrence 2nd Mr & Mrs S Hunter 3rd Roy F Smith

Heifer born before 1st January 2011 1st J & C McKechnie 2nd Glasgow City Council 3rd Alastair Fitzsimon

Bull born after 1st January 2012 1st R McMillan & E Lawrence 2nd A & H Kirkpatrick 3rd Alan Prentice

Heifer born on or after 1st January 2011 1st J & C McKechnie 2nd Alan Prentice 3rd A & H Kirkpatrick

Best pair of animals, any age 1st Mr J S McKechnie 2nd Mr & Mrs S Hunter

Heifer born on or after 1st January 2011 1st R McMillan & E Lawrence 2nd Roy F Smith 3rd A & H Kirkpatrick Pairs class two animals in same ownership 1st J & C McKechnie 2nd Alastair Fitzsimon 3rd Glasgow City Council Overall Champion J & C McKechnie Reserve Champion J & C McKechnie

NEILSTON SHOW

Overall Champion J & S McKechnie Reserve Champion I & S Graham

AYR SHOW Friday 10th May 2013 Judge: Mr Matt Auld

Bull any age 1st Firm of R S Duncan, Adam 1st of Blackstone

Judge: Mr N Mclellan

Female in calf or in milk born before 1st January 2009 1st Firm of R S Duncan, Claudia 2nd of Woodneuk

Cow born before 1st January 2009 1st Glasgow City Council 2nd Mr & Mrs S Hunter

Female born in 2010 1st Firm of R S Duncan, Bachy 26th of Woodneuk 2nd A A McIntyre, Alice 2nd of Gray Brae

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Female born in 2011 1st JK & FG Smith, Catriona of Stair 2nd A A McIntyre, Caitin 1st of Stair 3rd A A McIntyre, Bhoidheach of Stair

NOTTINGHAMSHIRE COUNTY SHOW

Female born in 2012 1st A A McIntyre, Morag 3rd of Stair

Best Bull 1st Rose Fold, Douglas of Wainsmore

Best Pair 1st R S Duncan, Claudia 2nd of Woodneuk & Bachy 26th of Woodneuk 2nd A A McIntyre, Alice 2nd of Gray Brae & Bhoidheach of Stair

Cow 1st Rose Fold, Eilidh of Kipper Lynn 2nd Rose Fold, Georgia 2nd of Wainsmore

Male Champion Firm of R S Duncan, Adam 1st of Blackstone Female Champion Firm of R S Duncan, Claudia 2nd of Woodneuk Overall Champion Firm of R S Duncan, Claudia 2nd of Woodneuk Reserve Champion JK & FG Smith, Catriona of Stair

KILMACOLM SHOW

Saturday 11th & Sunday 12th May 2013 Judge: Mr Jim Ayres

Heifer 1st Rose Fold, Furan Dorothy of the Rose 2nd Tracey Noy, Urshula 39th of Eastol Moor 3rd Phillip Kettle, Carry Me Carrie of Melkett 4th Emma & Fiona Dale, Solas Ruadh of Easton Maiden Heifer 1st Tracey Noy, Catriona 2nd of Stair 2nd Tracey Noy, Katherine of Balemartine 3rd Rose Fold, Ruby of the Rose 4th Emma & Fiona Dale, Ban Righ of Chater Bull born on or after 1st January 2012 1st Rose Fold, Angus of the Rose

Saturday 11th May 2013 Judge: Mr A Galbraith

Bull born after 1/1/2012 1st A Kirkpatrick 2nd R McMillan & E Lawrence 3rd Alan Prentice Cow in milk 1st City of Glasgow Heifer 3 years old 1st City of Glasgow 2nd City of Glasgow 3rd Killochries Fold Heifer 2 years old 1st Alan Prentice 2nd J & C Prentice 3rd A Kirkpatrick Heifer 1 year old 1st R McMillan & E Lawrence 2nd A Kirkpatrick 3rd Roy Smith Pairs Class 1st City of Glagsow 2nd A Kirkpatrick

Champion Male Rose Fold, Douglas of Wainsmore Reserve Champion Male Rose Fold, Angus of the Rose Female Champion Rose Fold, Furan Dorothy of the Rose Reserve Champion Female Tracey Noy, Catriona 2nd of Stair Breed Champion Rose Fold, Furan Dorothy of the Rose Reserve Breed Champion Tracey Noy, Catriona 2nd of Stair Junior Beef Breeds Group Inter-Breed Competition 3rd Rose Fold

DALRY SHOW Saturday 18th?? May 2013 Judge: Mr M Auld

Bull any age 1st A & H Kirkpatrick, Strathmore, Glengarnock 2nd & 3rd R McMillan & e Lawrence, Little Grenach, Isle of Bute

3rd Una Bhuide 1st of Hardham – S.Tedbury Female Champion – Lilias Of Hardham – S.Tedbury Reserve Female Champion – Daisy of Hardham – S.Tedbury Overall Champion - – Lilias Of Hardham – S.Tedbury Reserve Overall Champion – Daisy Of Hardham – S.Tedbury D & S Fountain had the Highland champion, Capleadh Proiseag 4Th Of Broomrigg.

Reserve Beef Champion of Overall Show - – Lilias Of Hardham – S.Tedbury

Heifer born in 2010 1st Dougie & Sheena Fountain, Broomrigg, Lochmaben 2nd Alan Prentice, 8 Westbank, Ravenstruther, Lanark

SHROPSHIRE COUNTY SHOW

Heifer born in 2011 1st Dougie & Sheena Fountain 2nd Alan Prentice 3rd A & H Kirkpatrick Pair from any of the above classes 1st R McMillan & E Lawrence 2nd A & H Kirkpatrick 3rd Roy F Smith, Ponfeigh Bungalow, Sandilands, Lanark CHAMPIONSHIP Champion Dougie & Sheena Fountain Reserve R McMillan & E Lawrence

HEATHFIELD & DISTRICT AGRICULTURAL SHOW Saturday 25th May 2013 Judge: Mr G Spawton

Cow in milk or in calf, born before 1st January 2009 1st Mairi A Jen 2nd of Ardbhan – P & E Jee Heifer in milk or in calf born in 2010 1st Lilias of Hardham – S.Tedbury 2nd Daisy of Hardham – J.Andrew 3rd Islay Demeter of Beresford – P & E Jee Maiden heifer not in calf born in 2012 1st Bounty 2nd of Jane’s Fold – J.Whitehouse 2nd Fluer of Jane’s Fold – J.Whitehouse

Saturday 25th May 2013 Judge: Mr David Maughan

Bull born before 1st January 2012 1st S Hill, Alasdair Ruadh of Auchtenny Bull born on or after January 2012 1st S Hill, Angus 1st of Walton Female born before 31st December 2010 1st Joy Griffiths, Fiona Geal 2nd of Cim 2nd S Hill, Geablan 4th of Cim 3rd James Williamson & Jacky Harrison, Princess Ruadh 4th of Killochries Heifer born in 2011 1st Joy Griffiths, Jess Dubh 1st of West Edmondsley 2nd S Hill, Una Ruadh 45th of Pollok Heifer born in 2012 1st Joy Griffiths, Princess Fiona 4th of Cim 2nd S Hill, Ellit Dhubh Valley 1st of Walton 3rd S Hill, Urshula 36th of Walton Best pair of animals 1st Joy Griffiths 2nd S Hill 3rd James Williamson & Jacky Harrsion Female Champion Joy Griffiths, Fiona Geal 2nd of Cim Reserve Female Joy Griffiths, Jess Dubh 1st West Edmondsley Male Champion S Hill, Alasdair Ruadh of Auchtenny

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64 Reserve Male S Hill, Angus 1st of Walton Overall Champion Joy Griffiths, Fiona Geal 2nd of Cim Reserve Champion S Hill, Alasdair Ruadh of Auchtenny Best animal bred by exhibitor Fiona Geal 2nd of Cim, Joy Griffiths

SURREY COUNTY SHOW Monday 27th May 2013 Judge: Mr Hugh Hoather, Cheshire

Champion 794 & Overall Beef Champion Mrs S M Tedbury, Una Bhuidhe 5th of Miungairigh, b.14.05.06 Reserve Mrs S M Tedbury, Cnoc Dearg 2nd of Cladich, b.19.02.10

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1st 804 Mortimers Farm Ltd, Anne Marie of Stair, b.13.01.12 2nd 800 Mrs Jane Whitehouse, Fleur of Jane’s Fold, b.02.11.12 3rd 807 Mrs S M Tedbury, Una Bhuidhe 1st of Hardham, b.21.04.12 4th 802 Marlene Brunt, Belle of Kecksys, b.19.03.12 5th 805 Mrs S M Tedbury, Bachy 1st of Hardham, b.01.05.12 6th 799 Mrs Jane Whitehouse, Bounty 2nd of Jane’s Fold, b.01.08.12 98

Champion 794 Mrs S M Tedbury, Una Bhuidhe 5th of Miungairigh, b.14.05.06 Reserve 811 Mrs S M Tedbury, Cnoc Dearg 2nd of Cladich, b.19.02.10 96 COW, IN CALF OR WITH CALF AT FOOT, born before 1 January 2010 7 entries - Prizes: £40, £28, £20, £12 1st 794 Mrs S M Tedbury, Una Bhuidhe 5th of Miungairigh, b.14.05.06 2nd 796 Mr & Mrs E S & P Jee, Demeter Ruadh of Frith, b.22.02.05 3rd 793 Marlene Brunt, Abigail of Kecksys, b.07.11.09 4th 797 Polehill Fold, Dossan of Craigowmill, b.17.04.09 5th 798 Mr & Mrs E S & P Jee, Mairi A Jen 2nd of Ardbhan, b.04.10.08 795 Mrs Jane Whitehouse, Princess Raquel of Mercaston, b.16.03.08 792 Mrs S M Tedbury, Bac Mor 2nd of Miungairigh, b.14.03.09

SENIOR HEIFER, born in 2010 or 2011 3 entries - Prizes: £40, £28, £20

1st 808 Mrs S M Tedbury, Lilias of Hardham, b.05.10.10 2nd 809 Mr & Mrs E S & P Jee, Islay Demeter of Beresford, b.01.07.10 99

CLASS F2 THE OWEN PERPETUAL CHALLENGE CUP(72) presented by Owen Builders Civil Engineering Ltd, will be awarded to the Champion Highland.

JUNIOR HEIFER, born in 2012 9 entries - Prizes: £45, £30, £20, £12, £10, £8

SENIOR BULL, born before 1 January 2012 2 entries - Prizes: £40, £28

1st 811 Mrs S M Tedbury, Cnoc Dearg 2nd of Cladich, b.19.02.10 2nd 812 Polehill Fold, White Star of Pollehill, b.17.04.09 100 JUNIOR BULL, born on or after 1 January 2012 3 entries - Prizes: £40, £28, £20 1st 813 Marlene Brunt, Big Ben of Kecksys, b.27.04.12 2nd 815 Mrs S M Tedbury, Bill, b.31.01.12 3rd 814 Mrs S M Tedbury, Ben, b.02.12.12 101 GROUP OF THREE ANIMALS, (of which two must be female) entered in the above classes and property of the same exhibitor 1 entry - Prize: £20 1st Marlene Brunt

STAFFORDSHIRE COUNTY SHOW Wednesday 29th & Thursday 30th May 2013 Judge: Mr H Hoather

Senior Bull 1st S & S Leighton, Uther Dhubh Chanaidh of Headland 2nd R Wain, Douglas of Wainsmore

Junior Bull 1st R Bradley & A Cameron, Roland the Roadie of Melkett 2nd S M Hill, Angus 1st of Walton Cow in calf or in milk 1st P Edwards 2nd S & S Leighton, Joyce of Mottistone 3rd R Wain, Georgia 2nd of Wainsmore Heifer born in 2010 1st Tracey Noy, Caitin of Tiffield 2nd R Wain, Eilidh of Kipper Lynn Heifer born 2011 1st Tracey Noy, Urshula 39th of Eastol Moor 2nd R Wain, Furan Dorothy of the Rose 3rd R Bradley & A Cameron, Ishtar 1st of Moorside Heifer born 2012 1st Tracey Noy, Catriona 2nd of Stair 2nd S M Hill, Eillit Dhubh Valley 1st of Walton 3rd R Wain, Ruby of the Rose Best Pair 1st R Wain 2nd S & S Leighton 3rd R Bradley & A Cameron Male Champion Uther Dhubh Chanaidh of Headland Reserve Male Douglas of Wainsmore Female Champion Caitin of Tiffield Reserve Female Urshula 39th of Eastol Moor Overall Champion Tracey Noy, Caitin of Tiffield

Cow in calf or in milk born before 1st January 2010 1st Mrs M A Brunt, Abigail of Kecksys UK24268540002, Sire; Adamh 1st of Lagg Heifer born in 2010 1st Mr J Ayres, Jarc-Ola Ruadh of Gilden Vale UK306233300045, Sire; Bhaltair of Cailaith 2nd Easton College, Elspeth UK220946700856, Sire; Cymbul 1st of Reeches 3rd Easton College, Edana UK220946500847, Sire; Cymbul 1st of Reeches Heifer born in 2011 1st Mr J Ayres, Bac Beg Trudy of Reeches 2nd Philip Kettle, Carry Me Carry of Melkett, UK201167200010, Sire; Talisker of Beinn Latha Ur 3rd Easton College, Finleigh UK220946200914 4th Easton College, Fia UK220946200914, Cymbul 1st of Reeches Heifer born in 2012 1st Mr J Ayres, Eiteag 11st of Reeches UK221099400123, Talisker of Beinn Latha Ur 2nd Mrs M A Brunt, Bridget of Kecksys, UK241142300007, Archie of Reeches 3rd Mrs M A Brunt, Belle of Kecksys, UK241142200006, Archie Reeches Champion Female Mrs M A Brunt, Abigail of Kecksys UK242685400021, Sire; Adamh 1st of Lagg Reserve Female Mr J Ayres, Eiteag 11th of Reeches UK221099400123, Sire; Talisker of Beinn Latha Ur Best Exhibit Mrs M A Brunt, Abigail of Kecksys UK242685400021, Sire; Adamh 1st of Lagg

Reserve Champion S & S Leighton, Uther Dhubh Chanaidh of Headland

Reserve best exihibit Mr J Ayres, Eiteag 11th of Reeches UK221099400123, Sire; Talisker of Beinn Latha Ur

SUFFOLK SHOW

Best Pair of Animals 1st Mr J Ayres, Bac Beg Trudy of Reeches 2nd Mr J Ayres, Jarc Ola Ruadh of Gilden Vale 3rd Easton College, Finleigh UK220946200914 4th Easton College, Ffion UK220946700919

Wednesday 29th & Thursday 30th May 2013 Judge: Mr B Dawson

Junior Bull born in 2012 1st Chedley Fold, Bentalla 3rd of Mottistone UK545877500059, Sire; Bentalla 3rd of Mothstone 2nd Mrs M A Brunt, Big Ben of Kecksys UK241142500009, Sire; Archie of Reeches

Best Group of Three Animals Mr J Ayres, Jarc-Ola Ruadh of Gilden Vale, Bac Beg Trudy of Reeches and Eiteag 11th of Reeches

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CENTRAL & WEST FIFE SHOW Saturday 1st June 2013 Judge: Mr C MacPhail

Reserve Best Native Exhibit Mrs M A Brunt, Abigail of Keskys UK242685400021, Sire; Adamh 1st of Lagg

Senior Bull born before 1st January 2012 1st Alun Garton, Fear Cinnidh of Ardura

CAMPSIE SHOW

Junior Bull born in 2012 1st D & B MacNaughton, Connor 2nd of Lagg

Saturday 1st June 2013 Judge: A McIntyre

Bull born before 1/1/12 1st Blairlogan Highlanders, Jock of Cloan Bull born after 1/1/12 1st Kennedy 2nd Blairlogan Highlanders 3rd R McMillan & E Lawrence Cow with calf at foot or in calf 1st MacKay 2nd S & R Hunter, Malda Ruadh of Hunters Three year old born between 1/1/10 and 31/12/10 1st Blairlogan Highlanders 2nd J & C McKechnie, Kirsty Morag of Ubhaidh Two year old heifer born 1/1/11 and 31/12/11 1st J & C McKechnie, Bhoidmeach Ruadh 1st of Merkland 2nd Alan Prentice 3rd R McMillan & E Lawrence Yearling Heifer born after 1/1/12 1st R McMillan & E Lawrence 2nd Alan Prentice 3rd R McMillan & E Lawrence Yearling Heifer born after 1/1/12 1st R McMillan & E Lawrence 2nd Kennedy 3rd S & R Hunter, Malda Ruadh 4th of Hunter

Cow in calf or milk, born before 1st January 2010 1st Bill & Sandra Wilson 2nd Young, Brown & McNaughton, Victoria of Battle Court Heifer born in 2012 1st D & B MacNaughton, Hayley 5th of Earn 2nd D & B MacNaughton, Milis 8th of Earn 3rd Young, Brown & McNaughton, Caorach 2nd of Southmuir Heifer born in 2011 1st D & B MacNaughton, Flora 2nd of Merkland 2nd Alun Garton, Lady Angela of Lyntoun 3rd D & B MacNaughton, Caorach 2nd of Rannoch Heifer born in 2012 1st Young, Brown & MacNaughton, Capleadh of Ardentraive 2nd Alun Garton, Julie 23rd of Thaggnam Calf, male or female, born in 2013, class will be split if sufficient entries 1st Young, Brown & McNaughton, Archie of Battle Court 2nd Bill & Sandra Wilson Group (1 bull and 2 females) from different classes 1st Donald MacNaughton 2nd Alun Garton Champion Donald MacNaughton, Hayley 5th of Earn Reserve Champion Donald MacNaughton, Flora 2nd of Merkland

Best Calf male or female 1st Mackay 2nd S & R Hunter, Malda Ruadh 6th of Hunters

RUTLAND COUNTY SHOW

Overall Champion Blairlogan Highlanders

Bull any age 1st Emma & Fiona Dale, James of Reeches, UK221099 600097, DOB 19.04.09 Sire; James Beusach of Shenavallie, Dam; Grugach 30th of Ormsary

Reserve Champion J & C McKechnie, Kirsty Morag of Ubhaidh

Sunday 2nd June 2013 Judge: Mr Richard Turner

Cow of Heifer, in calf or with calf at foot born before 1st January 2011 1st Tracey Noy, Caitin of TIffield, UK205021200039, DOB 17.03.10, Sire; James Beusach of Shenavallie, Dam; Caitin of Glen Nevis 2nd Emma & Fiona Dale, Baravalla Bhuidhe of Easton, UK142257400079 DOB 21.03.09, Sire; Seamus of Drummygar, Dam; Baravalla Uasart of Easton 3rd Emma & Fiona Dale, Elspeth 4th of Easton, UK142257700075, DOB 24.02.09, Sire; Seamus of Drummygar, Dam; Elspeth 7th of Douglas Heifer born on or after 01.01.11 and before 01.01.12 1st Tracey Noy, Aediva 25th of Eastol Moor, UK220080600138, DOB 07.04.11, Sire; Dubh Pronnsa of Eastol Moor, Dam; Aediva 19th of Eastol Moor. 2nd Denise Copley, Jules of Heath Farm, UK200151500844, DOB 06.04.11, Sire; James Beusach of Shenvallie, Dam; Sonasag of Tiffield. 3rd Emma & Fiona Dale, Mollaig of Easton, UK142257600095,DOB 15.01.11, Sire; Solomon of Benmore, Dam; Ban Righ of Easton 4th Philip Kettle, Carry Me Carrie of Melkett, UK201167200010 Sire; Talisker of Bienn Latha Yr, Dam; Wendreda 16th of Eastol Moor. Heifer born on or after 01.01.12 1st Tracey Noy, Catriona 2nd of Stair, UK585057600048, DOB 19.03.12, Sire; Seumas 3rd of Lagg, Dam; Loo Loo of Ubhaidh 2nd Emma & Fiona Dale, Ban Righ of Chater, UK208248700002, DOB 17.06.12 Sire; Ceannard Geal of Cros Mhor, Dam; Belle of the Borders of Kirk Junior Champion Tracey Noy, Catriona 2nd of Stair, UK585057600048, DOB 19.03.12, Sire; Seumas 3rd of Lagg, Dam; Loo Loo of Ubhaidh Reserve Junior Champion Emma & Fiona Dale, Ban Righ of Chater, UK208248700002, DOB 17.06.12, Sire; Ceannard geal of Cros Mhor, Dam; Belle of the Borders of Kirk

Champion Tracey Noy, Aediva 25th of Eastol Moor, UK220080600138, DOB 07.04.11, Sire; Dubh Pronnsa of Eastol Moor, Dam; Aediva 19th of Eastol Moor Reserve Champion Tracey Noy, Catriona 2nd of Stair, UK585057600048, DOB 19.03.12, Sire; Seamus 3rd of Lagg, Dam; Loo Loo of Ubhaidh.

LARGS SHOW Saturday 8th June 2013 Judge: Mr Stephen Hunter

Junior bull born in 2012 1st A & H Kirkpatrick 2nd R McMillan & E Lawrence 3rd Andrew Clotworth Heifer born in 2010 1st R McMillian & E Lawrence Heifer born in 2011 1st R McMillan & E Lawrence 2nd A & H Kirkpatrick Heifer born in 2012 1st R McMillan & E Lawrence 2nd A & H Kirkpatrick 3rd R McMillan & E Lawrence Pair, any age 1st R McMillan & E Lawrence 2nd A & H Kirkpatrick Overall Champion R McMillan & E Lawrence Reserve Champion A & H Kirkpatrick

ROAD TO THE ISLES SHOW Saturday 8th June 2013 Judge: Mr Iain Mackay

Yearling heifer 1st Mr & Mrs O’Hara, Cnoc Fold Two Year old Heifer 1st Mr & Mrs O’Hara Champion Animal Mr & Mrs O’Hara

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STIRLING SHOW

ALYTH & DISTRICT SHOW

Saturday 8th June 2013

Saturday 15th June 2013

Judge: Mr Bob McWalter

Judge: Mr William MacLean

Bull any age 1st Her Majesty the Queen, Ruaridh 1st of Ubhaidh 2nd A & A Garton, Fear Cinnibh of Ardura 3rd J & J Singer, MacDubh of Kintore Castle Cow in calf or in milk born before 1st January 2010 1st Young, Brown & McNaughton, Victoria 2nd Nairn, Balnabroich, Una Bhuidhe 9th of Tarleiste

Michael Poland’s Highland champion, Charlotte 3rd of Mottistone with stockman Willie MacLean.

Bull born prior to 1st January 2012 1st Michael Poland Bull born after 18th January 2012 1st Blairlogan Highlanders

Heifer born in 2010 1st D & B MacNaughton, Hayley 5th of Earn 2nd Her Majesty the Queen, Lady White 88th of Balmoral 3rd Young, Brown & McNaughton, Caorach 2nd of Southmuir Heifer born in 2011 1st D & B MacNaughton, Flora 2nd of Merkland 2nd A & A Garton, Lady Angela of Lyntoun 3rd Nairn, Balnabroich

Cow with calf at foot 1st Michael Poland 2nd Glasgow City Council 3rd Killochries

Heifer born in 2012 1st Her Majesty the Queen, Lady White 97th Balmoral 2nd A & A Garton, Julie 23rd of Thaggnam 3rd J & J Singer, Aoibhe Kimberly Dubh of Kintore Castle

Heifer 3years Old 1st J & C McKechnie 2nd Blairlogan Highlanders 3rd Caroline Cuthbertson

Calf born on or after 1st January 2013 1st Young, Brown & McNaughton 2nd Nairn, Balnabroich

Heifers 2 years old 1st D & S Fountain 2nd J & C McKechnie 3rd Caroline Cuthbertson

Male Champion Her Majesty the Queen, Ruairdh 1st of Ubhaidh

Best calf 1st MIchael Poland 2nd Glasgow City Council

Reserve Male A & A Garton, Fear Cinnibh of Ardura Female Champion Her Majesty the Queen, Lady White 97th of Balmoral

Best Pair 1st J & C McKechnie

Reserve Female A & A Garton, Julie 23rd of Thaggnam

Overall Champion Michael Poland

Overall Champion D & B MacNaughton, Flora 2nd of Merkland

Reserve Champion D & S Fountain

Reserve Champion Her Majesty the Queen, Ruaridh 1st of Ubhaidh

ROYAL THREE COUNTIES SHOW Friday 14th - Sunday 16th June 2013 Judge: Mr Robert Phillip

Junior bull, born on or after 1st January 2012 1st Brogach of Gildenvale – Mr D Handley Cow in calf or in milk born before 1st January 2010 1st Una Eiteag of Gildenvale – Mr D Handley 2nd Turfirda 31st of Eastol Moor – M J & V M Monk Heifer born in 2010 1st Morag Alesta of Grafton – Mrs L Trees 2nd Natalie of Chadwich – M J & V M Monk Heifer born in 2011 1st Una Dubh 3rd of Gilden Vale – Mr Handley Heifer born in 2012 1st Shene 2nd of Grafton – Mrs L Trees 2nd Capleadh Dubh of Grafton – Mrs L Trees 3rd Baravalla 2nd of Grafton – Mrs L Trees 4th Princess of Chadwich – M J & V M Monk Suckling calf born in 2013 1st Calum 2nd of Gildenvale – Mr D Handley Pair any age 1st Mr D Handley – Gildenvale Best suckling Highland calf. The William Thomas Perkins perpetual shield. T.C.A.S Rosettes. Special - Calum 2nd of Gildenvale – Mr D Handley Breed Champion, male or female. Lucies Farm Perpetual Trophy. Una Dubh 3rd of Gilden Vale – Mr Handley Reserve Champion Shene 2nd of Grafton – Mrs L Trees Open pairs Special - Una Dubh 3rd of Gilden Vale – Mr Handley Special - Brogach of Gildenvale – Mr D Handley

ROYAL HIGHLAND SHOW Thursday 20th June 2013 Judge: Mr Andrew Kirkpatrick

Class: 229 FEMALE born on or after 1st April 2012 1st Hyndford Fold(294) Banrigh 3rd of Hyndford 2nd O’ Hara, Messers Sydney & Maureen(293) Alma 1st of Cnoc 3rd Hunter, Mr & Mrs S & R(298) Melda Ruadh 5th of Hunters 4th Glasgow City Council(295) Una Dubh 23rd Of Pollok

Jim and Catherine McKechnie took the Highland championship with Bhoidheach Ruadh 1 of Merkland.

Class: 230 FEMALE born on or between 1st January and 31st March 2012 1st Kennedy, Mr Alan(291) Cannach 5th of Goldenberry 2nd Paterson, Mrs Emma(304) Alice Bheag of Benmore 3rd Strickland, Mrs Queenie(303) Jane Uireasach of Cladich 4th Buchanan, Mr Duncan(299) Benmeanach Lucy 8th of Benmeanach 5th Glasgow City Council(302) Lady Alma 6th of Pollok 6th Cuthbertson, Caroline(307) Conochair 1st Jedderfield Class: 231 FEMALE born on or between 1st January and 31st December 2011 1st McKechnie, Mrs Catherine(316) Bhoidheach Ruadh 1st of Merkland House 2nd Paterson, Mrs Emma(319) Iona Bhuidhe 1st of Benmore 3rd O’ Hara, Messers Sydney & Maureen(321) Bridein 4th of Kynedor 4th Strickland, Mrs Queenie(312) Frangag Ruadh of Cladich 5th McIntyre & Family, Mr & Mrs A A(330) Caitlin 1st of Stair 6th Fitzsimon, Mr Alastair(323) Sonasag 3rd of Tregallon Class: 232 FEMALE born on or between 1st January and 31st December 2010 1st Killochries Fold(344) Princess of Killochries 2nd McKechnie, Mrs Catherine(340) Kirsty Morag of Ubhaidh 3rd Paterson, Mrs Emma(343) Seud Ruadh Bheag 36th of Benmore

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70 4th MacGillivray, Messrs D & J(333) Leonora of Greenfield 5th Blairlogan Highlanders(339) Solas Emma 4th of Benmore 6th McConachie & Son, J & M(342) Cailean 1st of Culfoich Class: 233 FEMALE, in Milk born on or between 1st January and 31st December 2009 1st Poland, Mr Michael(353) Charlotte 3rd of Mottistone 2nd McConachie & Son, J & M(352) Laira 1st Of Culfoich Class: 234 FEMALE, in Milk, born on or before 31st December 2008 1st Fitzsimon, Mr Alastair(358) Smeorach of An Sidhean 2nd McConachie & Son, J & M(359) Morag 1st Of Culfoich 3rd Killochries Fold(357) Baravalla Mina 3rd of Killochries 4th Glasgow City Council(356) Maisie 41st of Pollok 5th Balnabroich Farms,(355) Una Bhuidhe 9th of Torloisk Class: 235 BULL born on or after 1st January 2012 1st Kennedy, Mr Alan(364) Callum 7th of Goldenberry 2nd MacGillivray, Messrs D & J(367) Feadan of Torosay 3rd Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Hara, Messers Sydney & Maureen(369) Adhamh 1st of Achnacroish 4th Culloden Fold(368) Leanach of Culloden Class: 236 BULL born on or before 31st December 2011 1st Fitzsimon, Mr Alastair(373) Allt Ruadh of Crannich 2nd Kennedy, Mr Alan(370) Callum 6th of Goldenberry 3rd Poland, Mr Michael(372) Challenger 2nd of Mottistone 4th Douglas-Home, The Hon Mrs Henry(371) Lord Mount Herrick of Old Greenlaw Class: SP1 Best Animal in Class 231 Winner McKechnie, Mrs Catherine(316) Bhoidheach Ruadh 1st of Merkland House Class: SP2 Best Calf at foot, exhibited with its dam in the classes Winner McConachie & Son, J & M(359) Morag 1st Of Culfoich

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Class: SP3 Best Junior Female Winner Kennedy, Mr Alan(291) Cannach 5th of Goldenberry Class: SP4 Best Female Winner McKechnie, Mrs Catherine(316) Bhoidheach Ruadh 1st of Merkland House Class: SP5 Reserve Female Winner Killochries Fold(344) Killochries

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Class: SP6 Best Junior Bull Winner Kennedy, Mr Alan(364) Callum 7th of Goldenberry Class: SP7 Best Bull Winner Fitzsimon, Mr Alastair(373) Allt Ruadh of Crannich Class: SP8 Reserve Bull Winner Kennedy, Mr Alan(370) Callum 6th of Goldenberry Class: SP10 Best Junior Animal Winner Kennedy, Mr Alan(291) Cannach 5th of Goldenberry Class: SP11 Reserve Junior Animal Winner Kennedy, Mr Alan(364) Callum 7th of Goldenberry Class: SP12 Champion Champion McKechnie, Mrs Catherine(316) Bhoidheach Ruadh 1st of Merkland House Class: SP13 Reserve Champion Reserve Champion Killochries Fold(344) Princess of Killochries Class: SP14 Best Animal bred by Exhibitor Winner Killochries Fold(344) Princess Killochries

Class: SP15 Best Group drawn from the Classes and consisting of one Bull, one Cow with own Calf at foot and one Heifer Winner Fitzsimon, Mr Alastair(346) Lady Alexis 1st of Heatherhills Glenlivet Winner Fitzsimon, Mr Alastair(358) Smeorach of An Sidhean Winner Fitzsimon, Mr Alastair(373) Allt Ruadh of Crannich

DERBYSHIRE COUNTY SHOW Sunday 23rd June 2013 Judge: Mr R Phillip

Bull born on or after 1st Jan 2012 1st Mr R Wain, Angus of the Rose 2nd S & S Leighton, Sir Bedivere The Black of Headland Bull born before 1st January 2012 1st S & S Leighton, Uther Dhubh Chanaidh of Headland 2nd Mr R Wain, Douglas of Wainsmore Cow in milk or in calf born before 1st January 2010 1st Mr R Wain, Georgia 2nd of Wainsmore 2nd S & S Leighton, Joyce of Mottistone Heifer born in 2010 1st Tracey Noy, Caitin of Tiffield 2nd R Wain, Eilidh Of Kipper Lynn 3rd R Wain, Megan 2nd of the Rose Heifer born in 2011 1st R Wain, Furan Dorothy of the Rose 2nd S & S Leighton, Gruagach Dhubh Chanaidh of Headland 3rd Tracey Noy, Aediva 25th of Eastol Moor Heifer born in 2012 1st Tracey Noy, Catriona 2nd of Stair 2nd S & S Leighton, Dhubh Raineach Chanaidh of Headland 3rd R Wain, Ruby of the Rose Pairs 1st S & S Leighton, 2nd R Wain Overall Champion Uther Dhubh Chanaidh of Headland Reserve Champion Caitin of Tiffield

71 2nd Tracey Noy, Caitin of Tiffield, DOB; 17.03.10, Sire; James Beusach of Shenavallie, Dam; Caitin of Glen Nevis. 3rd Easton & Otley College, Edana, DOB; 28.04.10 4th Easton & Otley College, Elspeth, DOB; 31.05.10 Heifer born in 2011 1st Tracey Noy, Urshula of Eastol Moor, DOB; 10.04.11, Sire; Dubh Pronnsa of Eastol Moor, Dam; Urshula 25th of Eastol Moor 2nd Mr J Ayres, Bec Beg Trudy of Reeches, DOB; 10.02.11, Sire; Fingal of Reeches, Dam; Bec Beg of Reeches. 3rd Tracey Noy, Aediva 25th of Eastol Moor, DOB; 07.04.11, Sire; Dubh Pronssa of Eastol Moor, Dam; Aediva 19th of Eastol Moor. 4th Mr & Mrs P Kettle, Carry Me Carrie of Melkett, DOB; 05.06.11, Sire;Talisker of Beinn Latha Ur, Dam; Wendreda 16th of Eastol Moor. Heifer born in 2012 1st Mr G J H Rainey, Olivia 7th of April, DOB; 05.03.12, Sire; Burney 1st of Charnwood, Dam; Olivia 2nd of April. 2nd Mr J Ayres, Eiteag 11th of Reeches, DOB; 14.02.12, Sire; Talisker of Beinn Latha Ur, Dam; Eiteag 4th of Reeches. 3rd Tracey Noy, Catriona 2nd of Stair, DOB; 19.03.12, Sire; Seumas 3rd of Lagg, Dam; Loo Loo of Ubhaidh Cow in calf or in milk born before 1st January 2010 1st Mrs M A Brunt, Abigail of Kecksys, DOB; 11.07.09, Sire; Adham 1st of Lass, Dam; Ellie Mai of Hall Farm 2nd Mr G J H Rainey, Annag 4th of April, DOB; 10.02.04, Sire; Bracken of Barvrack, Dam; Annag 1st of April Calf at foot 1st Mrs M A Brunt, Corrian of Kecksys, DOB; 07.01.13, Sire; Archie of Reeches, Dam; Abigail of Kecksys 2nd Mr G J H Rainey, DOB; 09.03.13, Sire; Hamish of the Isle of Bute, Dam; Annag 4th of April.

ROYAL NORFOLK SHOW Wednesday 26th & Thursday 27th June 2013 Judge: Mr AJM Gibson

Heifer born in 2010 1st Mr G J H Rainey, Elizabeth 14th of April, DOB; 25.03.10, Sire; Burnley 1st of Charnwood, Dam; Elizabeth 7th of April.

Bull born after 1st January 2012 1st Mr G J H Rainey, Archie of April, DOB: 11.04.12, Sire; Burney 1st Charnwood, Dam; Catriona 3rd of April 2nd Mr J Ayres, Talisker of Reeches, Talisker of Reeches, DOB; 04.03.12, Sire; Talisker of Beinn Latha Ur, Dam; Bac Beg of Reeches.

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72 3rd Mrs M A Brunt, Big Ben of Kecksys, DOB; 27.04.12, Sire; Archie of Reeches, Dam; Donalda of Vidamir Tiddle 4th Mr G F Keep, Bentalla 3rd of Mottistone, DOB; 25.02.12, Sire; Bentalla 2nd of Mottistone, Dam; Julia 14th of Craigowmill. Best Cow or Heifer Mr G J H Rainey, Elizabeth 14th of April Reserve best cow or heifer Mr G J H Rainey, Olivia 7th of April Best Bull Mr G J H Rainey, Archie of April Reserve best bull Mr J Ayres, Talisker of Reeches Overall Champion Mr G J H Rainey, Elizabeth 14th of April Reserve Champion Mr G J H Rainey, Elizabeth 19th of April Best animal bred by exhibitor whose herd is based in county of Norfolk Mr G J H Rainey, Elizabeth 14th of April Reserve Mr G J H Rainey, Elizabeth 19th of April Best group of three, owned and bred by exhibitor and drawn from above classes Mr J Ayres, Talisker of Reeches, Eiteag 11th of Reeches, Bec Beg Trudy of Reeches Reserve Mr G J H Rainey, Elizabeth 19th of April, Elizabeth 14th of April, Olivia 7th of April

DOUNE & DUNBLANE SHOW Saturday 6th July 2013 Judge: Mr A Blackburn

Bull, any age 1st D & B MacNaughton Heifer, 1 January 10 1st Emma Paterson 2nd Caroline Cuthbertson 3rd D & B MacNaughton

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Heifer, 1 January 11 1st D & B MacNaughton 2nd Caroline Cuthbertson 3rd D & S Fountain 4th Emma Paterson Heifer, 1 January 12 1st Jill Davies, Dorta 2nd of Friarton 2nd Emma Paterson 3rd Caroline Cuthbertson Special Prize, Group of three Highland Cattle D M MacNaughton Special Prize, Pair, male and female, in same ownership D M MacNaughton Championship Prize, The Benmore Perpetual Trophy for the best animal in the Highland Cattle Section 1st D M MacNaughton 2nd Emma Paterson

THE GREAT YORKSHIRE SHOW Tuesday 9th - Thursday 11th July 2013 Judge: Mr Hugh MacPhail

Bull born on or before 31st December 2011 1st Mr A G Fitzsimon, Allt Ruadh of Crannich, DOB 24/03/11, Sire; Ruairidh of Hyndford 2nd Mr G Braines, Gille Dubh 1st of West Edmondsley, DOB 5/01/11, Sire; Gille Dubh 2nd of Cragowmill 3rd Mr R A & Mrs W Phillip, Maurice of Hellifield, DOB 10/03/11, bred by exhibitor, Sire; Romach Rob of Torloisk 4th Mrs S A Leighton, Uther Dhubh Chaniadh of Headland, DOB 19/03/10, bred by exhibitor, Sire; Coinneach of Borland. Bull born on or after 1st January 2012 1st Mr T G Jeffrey, Toby of Edgewood, DOB 15/03/12, bred by exhibitor, Sire; Angus of Edgewood. 2nd Mr G Braines, Gile Nan Gleann of Thaggnam, DOB 18/01/12, Sire; Fear Cinnidh of Ardura 3rd Mr R Bradley, Roland the Roadie of Melkett, DOB 10/02/12, Sire; Ulysses of Hellifield. Cow in calf or in milk born before 1st January 2009 1st Mr A H Fitzsimon, Smeorach of An Sidhean, DOB 11/04/06, Sire; James Beusach of Shenavallie.

2nd Mr S B Haley, Ruadh Eilidh 6th of Escafeld, DOB 18/04/06, Sire; Fergus of Tordarroch. 3rd Mr R A & Mrs W Phillip, Jazz of Hellifield, DOB 05/05/07, bred by exhibitor, Sire; Lachlan Joseph of Tain. 4th Ms L E Phillip, Laochag Ruadh of Ceannocroic, DOB 01/03/07, Sire; Tarbh Dubh 2nd of Druimdearg. Cow in milk born on or between 1st January 2009 and 31st December 2009 1st Mr A G Fitzsimon, Bhanna Prionsa 2nd of Knockendon, DOB 19/03/09, Sire; Romach Rob of Torloisk. 2nd Mr G Braines, Hannah of Rannoch, DOB 16/03/09, Sire; Rannoch of Lochmill 3rd Mr S B Haley, Brenda of Hellifield, DOB 26/02/09, Sire; Coinneach of Borland. 4th Ms J M Carr, Morgan of Hellifield, DOB 28/03/09, Sire; Hellifield Conno of Lagg 5th Mrs S A Leighton, Joyce of Mottistone, DOB 24/03/09, Sire; Dealbhach Graidhein Dhubh of Knockendon. Heifer born in 2010 1st Mr A G Fitzsimon, Lady Alexis 1st of Heatherhills Glenlivet, DOB 04/05/10, Sire; Strathmore of Glamis Castle 2nd Blairlogan Highlanders, Solas Emma 4th of Benmore, DOB 17/03/10, Sire; Aonghas A Rithist of Achnacloich. 3rd Mr G Braines, Caileag Bheag 2nd of Thaggnam, DOB 02/04/10, Sire; Demuth of Thaggnam. 4th Mr T G Jeffrey, Mhairie of Edgewold, DOB 08/02/10, bred by exhibitor, Sire; Angus of Edgewold. 5th Mr R A & Mrs W Phillip, Angelina of Hellifield, DOB 25/02/10, bred by exhibitor, Sire; Romach Rob of Torloisk. 6th Miss T Noy, Caitlin of Tiffield, DOB 17/03/10, Sire; James Beusach of Shenavallie. Heifer born in 2011 1st Mrs J H Strickland, Olga of Cladich, DOB 25/01/11, bred by exhibitor, Sire; Piobaire Ruadh of Dunvegan. 2nd Mrs J H Strickland, Frangag Ruadh of Cladich, DOB 06/02/11, bred by exhibitor, Sire; Piobaire Ruadh of Dunvegan. 3rd Miss T Noy, Urshula 39th of Eastol Moor, DOB 10/04/11, Sire; Dubh Pronnsa of Eastol Moor.

73 4th Mr A G Fitzsimon, Sonasag 3rd of Tregallon, DOB 31/03/11, bred by exhibitor, Sire; Allan of Glengarnock. 5th Mr S & Mrs L Burnett, Cairstiona 7th of Cladich, DOB 15/01/11, Sire; Piobaire Ruadh of Dunvegan. 6th Mr G Braines, Chloe 1st of West Edmondsley, DOB 04/01/11, bred by exhibitor, Sire; Gille Dubh 2nd of Craigowmill. Heifer born in 2012 1st Mrs S A Leighton, Dhubh Raineach Chanaidh of Headland, DOB 16/05/12, bred by exhibitor, Sire; Uther Dubh Chanaidh of Headland. 2nd Mrs J H Strickland, Molly 39th of Cladich, DOB 17/01/12, bred by exhibitor, Sire; Piobaire Ruadh of Dunvegan. 3rd Ms J M Carr, Makayla of Marrick Park, DOB 16/03/12, bred by exhibitor, Sire; Calum of Knockendon. 4th Miss T Noy, Catriona 2nd of Stair, DOB 19/03/12, bred by exhibitor, Sire; Piobaire Ruadh of Dunvegan. 5th Mr S B Haley, Lizzie 1st of Seam, DOB 03/01/12, bred by exhibitor, Sire; Aonghas of Dams. Group of three animals, the property of the same exhibitor. 1st Mr A G Fitzsimon 2nd Mr G Braines 3rd Mrs J H Strickland 4th Mr T G Jeffrey 5th Mr S B Haley 6th Mr S A Leighton Pair of animals by the same sire 1st Mrs J H Stickland, Pair sired by Piobaire Ruadh of Dunvegan, bred by exhibitor. 2nd Mr T G Jeffrey, Pair by Angus of Edgewood bred by exhibitor. 3rd Mr S & Mrs L Burnett, Pair sired by Piobaire Ruadh of Dunvegan. 4th Mr S B Haley, Pair sired by Aonghas of Dams bred by exhibitor. 5th Mrs J H Strickland, Pair sired by Piobaire Ruadh of Dunvegan. 6th Mrs S A Leighton, Pair sired by Coinneach of Borland bred by exhibitor. Highland Breed Champion 1st Mr A G Fitzsimon, Bhanna Prionsa 2nd of Knockendon, DOB 19/03/09, Sire; Romach Rob of Torloisk.

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2nd Mr A G Fitzsimon, Allt Ruadh of Crannich, DOB 24/03/11, Sire; Ruaridh of Hyndford.

Male Champion The Pollehill, White Star of Pollehill

Junior Champion Highland Animal 1st Mr T G Jeffrey, Toby of Edgewood, DOB 15/03/12 bred by exhibitor, Sire; Angus of Edgewood. 2nd Mr G Braines, Gile Nana Gleann of Thaggnam, DOB 18/01/12, Sire; Fear Cinnidh of Ardura.

Reserve Male Mrs M A Brunt, Big Ben of Kecksys

Champion Male 1st Mr A G Fitzsimon, Allt Ruadh of Crannich, DOB 24/03/11, Sire; Ruaridh of Hyndford. 2nd Mr G Braines, Gille Dubh 1st of West Edmondsley, DOB 5/01/11, Sire; Gille Dubh 2nd of Cragowmill Champion Female 1st Mr A G Fitzsimon, Bhanna Prionsa 2nd of Knockendon, DOB 19/03/9, Sire; Romach Rob of Torloisk. 2nd Mr A G Fitzsimon, Lady Alexis 1st of Heatherhills Glenlivet, DOB 04/05/10, Sire; Strathmore of Glamis Castle.

Female Champion Mrs M A Brunt, Corrian of Kecksys Overall Champion Mrs M A Brunt, Corrian of Kecksys Reserve Champion The Pollehill Fold, White Star of Pollehill

ECHT SHOW Saturday 13th July 2013 Judge: Mr Charlie Bruce

Best Animal of Opposite Sex to Breed Champion Mr A G Fitzsimon, Allt Ruadh of Crannich, DOB 24/03/11, Sire; Ruaridh of Hyndford. Winner of Heifer born in 2011 Mrs J H Strickland, Olga of Cladich, DOB 25/01/11, bred by exhibitor, Sire; Piobaire Ruadh of Dunvegan. Her Majesty the Queen’s Highland champion, Lady White 88th of Balmoral.

KENT COUNTY SHOW Friday 12th - Sunday 14th July 2013 Judge: Mr Bob McWalter

Senior Highland Bull 1st The Pollehill Fold, White Star of Pollehill Junior Highland Bull 1st Mrs M A Brunt, Big Ben of Kecksys Highland Cow in milk or calf 1st Mrs M A Brunt, Abigail of Kecksys 2nd The Pollehill Fold, Dossan of Craigowmill Highland Heifer, born after 1 January 2012 1st Mrs M A Brunt, Corrian of Kecksys Pair of animals 1st Mrs M A Brunt, Belle of Kecksys

Bull 1st J S Fraser, Torridon of Glenkinglass 2nd Her Majesty the Queen, Ruaridh 1st of Ubhaidh Cow with calf at foot or in calf 1st J S Fraser, Anna 2nd of Southmuir 2nd J S Fraser, Caroline of Marchburn 3rd Alasdair Noble, Naighdean Ruadh of Balinoe 4th R W Shepherd, Grace 8th of Benaigan 5th J & J Singer, Malda Ruadh 6th of Achnacloich Heifer 1-2 years old 1st J S Fraser 2nd J S Fraser 3rd Her Majesty the Queen, Lady White 97th of Balmoral 4th R W Shepherd, Grace 8th of Benaigan 5th J & J Singer, Aoibhe Kimberly Dubh

Heifer 2 years old and over 1st J S Fraser, Capleadh 34th of Pollok 2nd J S Fraser, Iris of Auchterneed 3rd Her Majesty the Queen, Lady White 88th of Balmoral 4th Her Majesty the Queen, Lady White 91st of Balmoral 5th Morag Middleton, Melora Emma Dubh of Kintore Castle 6th R W Shepherd, Grace 10th of Benaigan

Male Champion George & Wendy Sutherland

Bull 1-2 years old 1st J S Fraser, Calum Dubh of Ceannacrioc 2nd Her Majesty the Queen, Cliadhamh Mor 2nd of Balmoral 3rd J & J Singer, MacDubh of Kintore Castle

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Bull or heifer calf 1st J S Fraser 2nd Alasdair Noble, Beathag Proiseag of Tilbouries 3rd Alasdair Noble, Mhairi Odhar of Tilbouries 4th R W Shepherd, Grace 14th of Benaigan 5th R W Shepherd, Rory of Benaigan 6th J & J Singer, Aibreann of Kintore Castle Best animal bred by exhibitor Her Majesty the Queen, Lady White 88th of Balmoral Best group of 3 animals shown by same exhibitor J S Fraser Overall Champion Her Majesty the Queen, Lady White 88th of Balmoral Reserve Champion Her Majesty the Queen, Lady White 91st of Balmoral

LATHERON SHOW Saturday 13th July 2013 Judge: A Cameron

Best Cow 1st George & Wendy Sutherland Heifer in calf 1st David A Millar Maiden heifer over 1 year 1st Sheila Gillon 2nd Sheila Gillon Best Calf 1st George & Wendy Sutherland

Female Champion George & Wendy Sutherland Overall Champion George & Wendy Sutherland

ASHBY SHOW Judge: Mr P Kettle

Bull any age 1st Mr & Mrs S Leighton, Uther Dubh Chananidh of Headland Cow or heifer, in calf or with own calf at foot 1st Mr & Mrs S Leighton, Joyce of Mottistone 2nd Mr P Edwards, Mairi 4th of Kynedor 3rd Mr R Wain, Eilidh of Kipper Lynn Heifer, born in 2011 1st Mr R Wain, Furan Dorothy of the Rose 2nd Mr & Mrs S Leighton, Gruagach Dhubh Chanaidh of Headland 3rd Tracey Noy, Urshula 39th of Eastol Moor Heifer, born on or after 1st January 2012 1st Tracey Noy, Catriona 2nd of Stair 2nd Mr & Mrs S Leighton, Dhubh Raineach Chanaidh of Headland Best Pair 1st Mr R Wain 2nd Mr & Mrs S Leighton, Uther Dhubh Chananidh of Headland & Joyce of Mottistone 3rd Miss Emma & Fiona Dale, Baravalla Bhuidhe of Easton & Elspeth 4th of Easton Male Champion Mr & Mrs S Leighton, Uther Dhubh Chananidh of Headland Female Champion Mr R Wain, Furan Dorothy of the Rose Overall Champion Mr & Mrs S Leighton, Uther Dhubh Chananidh of Headland Reserve Champion Mr R Wain, Furan Dorothy of the Rose

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76 BIGGAR SHOW Saturday 20th July 2013 Judge: Mr A Kirkpatrick

Bull any age 1st Alan Prentice Cow in calf or in milk 1st J Mckay 2nd S & R Hunter, Malda Ruadh of Hunters Heifer born 2010 1st C. Cuthbertson Heifer born 2011 1st C. Cuthbertson, Carol 2nd of Jedderfield 2nd Alan Prentice Heifer born 2012 1st Alan Prentice 2nd S & R Hunter, Malda Ruadh 4th of Hunter 3rd C Cuthbertson, Conachar of Jedderfield Calf born after 1st August 2012 1st S & R Hunter, Malda Ruadh 67th of Hunters 2nd J Mckay Overall Champion C Cuthbertson Reserve Champion A Prentice

FENWICK AGRICULTURAL SHOW Saturday 20th July 2013

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Cow any age 1st J & L Fraser & Son, Caroline of Marchburn 2nd Craig Finnie, Eilidh Ben Coutts 3rd of Ardbhan 3rd Ronald W Shepherd, Grace 6th of Ben Aican Heifer calf, under 12 months old at 21/7/12 1st Craig Finnie, Eilidh 4th of Richmondhill 2nd J & L Fraser & Son, Carolynne of Tilbouries 3rd Ronald W Shepherd, Grace 14th of Ben Aican Bull calf, under 12 months old at 21/7/12 1st Veronica Thomson, Domnhull Ruadh of Clackriach Heifer 3 years old 1st Ronald W Shepherd, Janet 2nd of Ben Aican 2nd A & L Fraser & Son, Iris of Achterneed Heifer 2 years old 1st Morag Middleton, Melora Emma Dubh of Kintore Castle 2nd A & L Fraser & Son, Capleadh 34th of Pollok Heifer 1 year old 1st Craig Finnie, Heather 2nd of Richmondhill 2nd Craig Finnie, Claire of Richmondhill 3rd Veronica Thomson, Srah Dubh of Clackriach Male Champion J & L Fraser & Son, Calum Dubh of Ceannacroic Female Champion J & L Fraser & Son, Caroline of Marchburn Overall Champion J & L Fraser & Son, Caroline of Marchburn

Judge: Mr Ian Anderson Cumnock

Bull any age 1st A Clotworthy, Callum of Inveralton Heifer born in 2011 1st JK & FG Smith, Catriona of Stair

Reserve Champion Craig Finnie, Heather 2nd of Richmondhill

THE ROYAL WELSH SHOW Monday 22nd - Thursday 25th July 2013 Judge: Mr Charlie Bruce

NEW DEER SHOW Saturday 20th JuLY 2013 Judge: Mr Alun Garton

Bull any age 1st J & L Fraser & Son, Calum Dubh of Ceannacroic 2nd Craig Finnie. Hogan of Richmondhill 3rd William Milne, Samson of Idvies

Carney Challenge Cup and RWAS Championship Rosette; Kindly given by Mr & Mrs J Carney for the best male exhibit. Bull any age 1st D T & A M Handley, Brogach of Gilden Vale, UK306233300066, DOB 16/03/12, Bred by exhibitor, Sire, Black Prince 2nd of Idvies, Dam, Una Ruadh of Gilden Vale

2nd R & J Chilton, Jacobite of Benmore, UK542773200645, DOB 09/04/06, Bred by Mrs E Patterson, Sire, Macdomhnull of Beinn Latha Ur, Dam, Iona 23rd of Benmore Carney Challenge Cup and RWAS Championship Rosette; Kindly given by Mr & Mrs J Carney for the best male exhibit. D T & A M Handley, Brogach of Gilden Vale, UK306233300066, DOB 16/03/12, Cow any age in calf or with calf at foot and winner of The Celyn Fold Tankard, for best cow. 1st Mr & Mrs Huw & Becky Rowlands, Cairistiona Ruadh of Cladich, UK544550700088, 30/03/08, Bred by Mrs J H Stickland, Sire; Eoin Mhor 2nd of Torloisk, Dam; Cairistiona 4th of Cladich 2nd D T & A M Handley, Una Eiteag of Gilden Vale, UK306233600034, DOB 12/02/09, Bred by exhibitor, Sire; Barnaigh Dubh of Cim, Dam; Una Ruadh of Gilden Vale. 3rd Mrs Beverly Evans, Jarc-Ola Barabal 2nd of Gilden Vale, UK306233700035, DOB 14/03/09, Bred by Mr & Mrs Handley, Sire; Barnaigh Dubh of Cim, Dam; Jarc-Ola Barabal of Gilden Vale. 4th M J & V M Monk, Urshula 35th of Eastol Moor, UK220080100119, DOB 10/03/09, Bred by M J Mair & Sons, Sire; Tormod of Tordarroch, Dam; Urshula 31st of Eastol Moor. Heifer born on or between 1st January 2010 and 31st December 2010 1st & winner of The Rowston Holiday Park Silver Salver. Mrs Beverly Evans, Jarc-Ola Barabal 3rd of Gilden Vale, UK306233700049, 23/05/10, Bred by Mr & Mrs Handley, Sire; Bhaltair of Cailaich, Dam; Jarc-Ola barabal of Gilden Vale. 2nd M J & V M Monk, Heather 2nd of Chadwich, UK301858701085, 01/06/10, Bred by exhibitor, Sire; William of Chadich, Dam; Heather of Chadwich. 3rd M J & V M Monk, Natalie of Chadwich, UK301858601063, 14/03/10, Bred by exhibitor, Sire; Talisker of Beinn Latha Ur, Dam; Eilidh of Millerston. Heifer born on or between 1st January 2011 and 31st December 2011 1st & winner of HCCW Silver Salver. D T & A M Handley, Una Dubh 3rd of Gilden

77 Vale, UK306233500054, 22/02/11, Bred by exhibitor, Sire;Black Prince of Idvies, Dam; Una Dubh of Gilden Vale. 2nd Mr Gareth Davies, Cruinneag Bhoidheach Dubh 1st of West Edmondsley, UK110584200025, 08/06/11, Bred by L & L Braines, Sire; Gilve Dubh 2nd of Craigowmill, Dam; Cruinneag Bhoidheach of Coverhead. 3rd Mr & Mrs Huw and Becky Rowlands, Patsy Foss 2nd of Cladich, UK544550500170, 04/02/11, Bred by J H Strickland, Sire; Piobaire Ruadh of Dunvegab, Dam; Patsy of Fossoway. Heifer born on or between 1st January 2012 and 31st Decmeber 2012 1st & winner of Highland Cattle Club of Wales Trophy. D T & A M Handley, Furan Fraoch 6th of Gilden Vale, UK306233700063, 05/03/12, Bred by exhibitor, Sire; Black Prince 2nd of Gilden Vale, Dam; Furan Froach 2nd of Gilden Vale. 2nd Mr & Mrs Huw and Becky Rowlands, Lady Ru 2nd of Celyn, UK700876700414, 19/02/12, Bred by exhibitor, Sire; Brogach of Leighton, Dam; Lady Ruth 1st of the Celyn. The Thatched Farmhouse Perpetual Cup and RWAS Championship Rosette Champion D T & A M Handley, Una Dubh 3rd of Gilden Vale, UK306233500054, 22/02/11, Bred by exhibitor, Sire;Black Prince of Idvies, Dam; Una Dubh of Gilden Vale. Reserve Mr & Mrs Huw & Becky Rowlands, Cairistiona Ruadh of Cladich, UK544550700088, 30/03/08, Bred by Mrs J H Stickland, Sire; Eoin Mhor 2nd of Torloisk, Dam; Cairistiona 4th of Cladich RWAS Group Rosettes Champion D T & A M Handley, Furan Fraoch 6th of Gilden Vale, UK306233700063, 05/03/12, Bred by exhibitor, Sire; Black Prince 2nd of Gilden Vale, Dam; Furan Froach 2nd of Gilden Vale. Reserve D T & A M Handley, Una Dubh 3rd of Gilden Vale, UK306233500054, 22/02/11, Bred by exhibitor, Sire;Black Prince of Idvies, Dam; Una Dubh of Gilden Vale.

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78 Highland Cattle Society and RWAS Championship Rosettes Winner of The Cefn Gwrhyd trophy kindly gives by the Davies Family for the overall Highland Cattle Champion D T & A M Handley, Una Dubh 3rd of Gilden Vale, UK306233500054, 22/02/11, Bred by exhibitor, Sire;Black Prince of Idvies, Dam; Una Dubh of Gilden Vale. Overall Reserve D T & A M Handley, Brogach of Gilden Vale, UK306233300066, DOB 16/03/12, Bred by exhibitor, Sire, Black Prince 2nd of Idvies, Dam, Una Ruadh of Gilden Vale

BANCHORY SHOW Saturday 27th July 2013 Judge: Mr James McConachie

Bull 2 years and over 1st Her Majesty the Queen, Ruaridh 1st of Ubhaidh 2nd J S Fraser, Torridon of Glenkinglass Bull born between 1/8/11 and 3/7/12 1st J S Fraser, Calum Dubh of Ceannacroic 2nd J & J Singer, Mac Dubh of Kintore Castle Cow any age 1st J S Fraser, Anna 2nd of Southmuir 2nd J & J Singer, Malda Ruadh 6th of Achnacloich 3rd J S Fraser, Caroline of Marchburn Heifer born in 2010 1st Ronnie Shepherd, Janet 2nd of Ben Aigan 2nd J S Fraser, Sonasag 2nd of Tirry-side Heifer born in 2011 1st Her Majesty the Queen, Lady White 91st of Balmoral 2nd Morag Middleton, Melora Emma Dubh of Kintore Castle 3rd J S Fraser, Capleadh 34th of Pollok Heifer born in 2012 1st Her Majesty the Queen, Lady White 97th of Balmoral 2nd J & J Singer, Aoibhe Kimberly Dubh of Kintore Castle 3rd Ronnie Shepherd, Grace 12th of Ben Aigan

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Calf any sex born 2013 1st J S Fraser, Carolynne of Tilbouries 2nd Veronica Thomson, Domnhull Ruadh of Clackriach 3rd J & J Singer, Aibreann Donn of Kintore Castle Overall Champion Ruaridh 1st of Ubhaidh Reserve Champion Anna 2nd of Southmuir

BRACO SHOW Saturday 27th July 2013 Judge: Mr J Redpath

Bull, any age 1st D & B MacNaughton, Conor of Lagg 2nd Blairlogan Highlanders, Jock of Cloan Heifer, three years old and under 1st Blairlogan Highlanders, Emma Solas 4th of Benmore 2nd D & B MacNaughton, Millis of Earn Heifer, two years old and under 1st S & M O’Hara, Briedon 4th of Kynedor 2nd D & B MacNaughton Yearling Heifer 1st J Davis, Dorta 2nd of Friarton 2nd S & M O’Hara, Alma of Cnoc 3rd J Davis, Frannag 1st of Friarton 4th Ginny Stacy-Marks, Morag of Auchtenny Group of three 1st D & B MacNaughton Best pair, male and female 1st D & B MacNaughton Opposite sex to the champion D & B MacNaughton, Conor of Lagg Champion Blairlogan Highlanders, Emma Solas 4th of Benmore Reserve Champion D & B MacNaughton, Conor of Lagg Interbreed Cattle Groups Best group of three 1st Graham Cameron 2nd D & B MacNaughton 3rd Jamie Rettie

BLACK ISLE SHOW Wednesday 31st July & Thursday 1st August 2013 Judge: Mr J MacGillivray

Bull senior born before 1st Januray 2012 1st Bob & Jill Tilford, Archie 1st of Glaich Bull junior born in 2012 1st Mr John Cooper, Leanach of Culloden 2nd Allanfearn Highlanders, Wyvies of Allanfearn 3rd J & L Fraser & Son, Calum Dubh of Ceannacroic 4th D & A Sutherland 5th Allanfearn Highlanders, Seer of Allanfearn Cow born before 1st January 2010, in calf or in milk 1st Allanfearn Highlanders, Ruby of Allanfearn 2nd J & L Fraser & Son, Caroline of Marchburn 3rd G & W Sutherland, Jenny 4th of Earn Calf either sex born on or after 1st January 2013 1st G & W Sutherland, UK500512500329 2nd Bob & Jill Tilford, Ewan 1st of Munlochy 3rd Allanfearn Highlanders, Ebony of Allanfearn 4th J & L Fraser & Sons, Carolynne of Tilbouries

Reserve Allanfearn Highlanders, Ruby of Allanfearn Female Champion G & W Sutherland, Neonain 2nd of Bardnaheigh Reserve Female Allanfearn Highlanders, Ruby of Allanfearn Male Chmapion G & W Sutherland, UK500512500329 Reserve Male Mr John Cooper, Leanach of Culloden Opposite sex to champion G & W Sutherland

DUMFRIES & LOCKERBIE AGRICULTURAL SHOW Friday 2nd & Saturday 3rd August 2013 Judge: Mrs E Lang

Heifer born in 2010 1st G & W Sutherland, Neonain 2nd of Bandnaheigh 2nd Mr John Cooper, Cuileann of Brucefield 3rd D & A Sutherland 4th D & A Sutherland Heifer born in 2011 1st Tordarroch Estates, Heather 8th of Tordarroch 2nd Allanfearn Highlanders, Eve 2nd of Allanfearn 3rd J & L Fraser & Sons, Capleadh 34th of Pollok Heifer born in 2012 1st Allanfearn Highlanders, Iona of Allanfearn 2nd J & L Fraser & Sons, Mollaig 7th of Benneanach 3rd Bob & Jill Tilford, Benuich 2nd of Munlochy Pairs of Highlanders from the same exhibitor 1st Allanfearn Highlanders 2nd J & L Fraser & Son 3rd Allanfearn Highlanders 4th Bob & Jill Tilford

Highland Champion – D Fountain,Lochmaben with heifer Capleadh Proiseag 4th of Broomrigg.

Bull 1st Mr Alastair Fitzsimon, Allt Ruadh of Crannich Cow 1st Mr Alastair Fitzsimon, Bhanna Prionnsa 2nd of Knockendon

Champion and Special Prizes

Best Calf – Highland Cattle Society Shield 1st Mr Alastair Fitzsimon, Bhanna Prionnsa of Treggallon

Champion G & W Sutherland, Neonain 2nd of Bardnaheigh

Heifer 1st Caroline Cuthbertson, Anna Ruadh of Jedderfield

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80 2nd Mr & Mrs D Fountain, Capleadh Proiseag 3rd of Broomrigg 3rd Mr Alastair Fitzsimon, Lady Alexis 1st of Heatherhill Glenlivet Heifer 1st Mr & Mrs D Fountain, Capleadh Proiseag 4th of Broomriig 2nd Caroline Cuthbertson, Carol 3rd of Jedderfield 3rd Mr & Mrs D Fountain, Capleadh Proiseag 5th of Broomrigg Champion – Championship Cup Mr & Mrs D Fountain, Capleadh Proiseag 4th of Broomrigg Reserve Champion Mr Alastair Fitzsimon, Bhanna Prionnsa 2nd of Knockedon Best animal of the opposite sex to champion – Bank of Scotland Cup Mr Alastair Fitzsimon, Bhanna Prionnsa of Tregallon

CRANLEIGH SHOW Saturday 3rd August 2013 Judge: Mr Charles Edwards

Heifer born in 2010 or 2011 1st Sandra Tedbury, Lilias of Hardham 2nd P & E Jee, Islay Demeter of Beresford 3rd Mrs J C Whitehouse, Wilma of Eckington Heifer born in 2012 1st Sandra Tedbury, Bachy 1st of Hardham 2nd P & E Jee, Ruby of Ross 3rd Mrs J C Whitehouse, Lady Jane 2nd of Cladich Cow in milk of calf 1st Sandra Tedbury, Una Bhuide 5th of Miungairigh 2nd Mrs J C Whitehouse, Mercaston 3rd P & E Jee, Demeter Ruadh of Frith Best Bull 1st Sandra Tedbury, Cnock Dearg 2nd of Cladich 2nd Sandra Tedbury, Bill of Hardham 3rd Sandra Tedbury, Ben of Hardham

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LORN AGRICULTURAL SHOW Saturday 3rd August 2013 Judge: Mr James MacGillivray

Bull any age 1st S & M O’Hara 2nd M Poland 3rd R MacMillan & E Lawrence Cow with calf at foot 1st M Poland Heifer born 2010 1st Mrs Q Strickland 2nd Sir W Lithgow 3rd R MacMillan & E Lawrence Heifer born 2011 1st S & M O’Hara 2nd M Poland 3rd Mrs Q Strickland Heifer born 2012 1st Sir W Lithgow 2nd The Late J Y Nelson 3rd Mrs Q Strickland Best pair any age 1st M Poland 2nd R MacMillan & E Lawrence 3rd Mrs Q Strickland Calf Born 2013 1st M Poland 2nd S & M O’Hara Male Champion S & M O’Hara Reserve Male Champion M Poland Female Champion M Poland Reserve Female Champion Q Strickland

Champion Lilias of Hardham, Sandra Tedbury

Overall Champion M Poland

Reserve Champion Una Bhuide 5th of Muingairigh, Sandra Tedbury

Reserve Champion Q Strickland

OSWESTRY SHOW Saturday 3rd August 2013 Judge: Mr G Spawton

Junior bull born in 2012 1st J & J Singer, Mac Dubh of Kintore Castle 2nd D MacNaughton, Connor 2nd of Lagg 3rd Alun Garton, GIlle nan Gleann of Thaggnam

Bull any age 1st Mrs S Hill, Angus 1st of Walton 2nd Mrs S Hill, Alasdair Ruadh of Auchtenny 3rd J 2 Farming, Lord Alasdair of Cim

Bull calf born in 2013 1st Alun Garton, Macallan of Thaggnam 2nd Young & Brown, Archie of Battlecourt

Cow in calf or in milk, born before 1st January 2010 1st B & H Rowlands, Cairistiona Ruadh of Cladich 2nd Mrs S Hill, Gaelbhan 4th of Cim 3rd Mrs S Hill, Margaret Fayshaw 5th of Ardbhan

Cow with calf at foot or in calf born before 1st January 2009 1st J & J Singer, Malda Ruadh 6th of Achnacloich 2nd D MacNaughton, Skye 2nd of Rannoch 3rd Young & Brown, Victoria of Battlecourt

Heifer born in 2010 1st Mrs S Hill, Urshula 34th of Walton 2nd Mrs S Hill, Sweet Princess 1st of Walton 3rd Mr G Hughes, Annag 4th of Clach Na Gruagach

Cow with calf at foot or in calf born in 2009 1st Alun Garton, Monica 7th of Thaggnam Heifer born in 2010 1st R McNaughton, Caorach 2nd of Southmuir

Heifer born in 2011 1st Mrs S Hill, Una Ruadh 4th of Pollok 2nd J 2 Farming, Jess Dubh 1st of West Edmondsley 3rd B & H Rowlands, Patsy Foss of Cladich

Heifer born in 2011 1st D MacNaughton, Flora 2nd of Merkland 2nd Alun Garton, Lady Angela of Lyntoun 3rd David Cameron, Conachair 19th of Laggan

Heifer born in 2012 1st Mrs S Hill, Ellit Dubh Valley 1st of Walton 2nd J 2 Farming, Princess Fiona 4th of Cim 3rd Mrs S Hill, Urshula 36th of Walton

Heifer born in 2012 1st Alun Garton, Julie 23rd of Thaggnam 2nd Jill Davis, Dorta 2nd of Friarton 3rd Young & Brown, Chloe of Battlecourt

Pair of Animals 1st Mrs S Hill 2nd J 2 Farming 3rd Mrs S Hill

Heifer calf born in 2013 1st D MacNaughton, Mairi of Rannoch 2nd Alun Garton, Julie 24th of Thaggnam 3rd J & J Singer, Aibreann Donn of Kintore Castle

Overall Champion B & H Rowlands, Cairistiona Ruadh of Cladich

Pair any age 1st J & J Singer 2nd D MacNaughton 3rd David Cameron

Reserve Champion Mrs S Hill, Gaelbhan 4th of Cim Best animal opposite sex to the champion Mrs S Hill, Angus 1st of Walton

PERTH SHOW Saturday 3rd August 2013

Best group of 3 animals bred by exhibitor 1st Alun Garton Best animal bred by exhibitor 1st J & J Singer

Judge: Mr Alan Blackburn

Male Champion Her Majesty the Queen, Ruaridh 1st of Ubhaidh

Senior bull born before 1st January 2012 1st Her Majesty the Queen, Ruaridh 1st of Ubhaidh

Male Reserve Champion J & J Singer, MacDubh of Kintore Castle

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TURRIFF SHOW Sunday 4th & Monday 5th August 2013

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Best Calf 1st J & M McConachie 2nd J & J Singer 3rd J & L Fraser 4th Ronald Shepherd 5th Veronica Thomson Best group of three J & M McConachie Champion 3yo heifer J & M McConachie Reserve Champion 2yo Heifer H.M.Queen

Judge: A W Garrick

Senior bull 1st J & L Fraser 2nd Kieran Milne

GRANTOWN SHOW Thursday 8th August 2013 Judge: Mr John Redpath

Junior Bull 1st J & J Singer 2nd J & L Fraser Cow and Calf 1st J & J Singer 2nd J & L Fraser 3rd J & M McConachie 4th Ronald Shepherd 5th Veronica Thomson Heifer 2010 1st J & M McConachie 2nd Ronald Shepherd 3rd J & L Fraser Heifer 2011 1st H.M.Queen 2nd Ronald Shepherd 3rd J & L Fraser Heifer 2011 1st H.M.Queen 2nd Morag Middleton 3rd J & L Fraser Heifer 2012 1st H.M.Queen 2nd J & L Fraser 3rd J & J Singer 4th Veronica Thomson 5th Ronald Shepherd

Highland Champion from J Cooper, Tordarroch Estates, Farr, Inverness, with Cuileann of Brucefield.

Heifer born in 2010 1st Mr J Cooper 2nd J & M McConachie 3rd Mr & Mrs D Sutherland 4th Mr & Mrs D Sutherland Heifer born in 2011 1st Miss M Macarthur 2nd Mr J Cooper Heifer born in 2012 1st Miss M Macarthur 2nd Mr C Finnie 3rd Mr R S Tilford 4th Mr C Finnie

Cow or Heifer in calf or milk born before 1st January 2010 1st J & M McConachie 2nd J & M McConachie 3rd Mr R Shepherd 4th Mr C Finnie Bull or Heifer born in 2013 1st Mr R S Tilford 2nd J & M McConachie 3rd Mr C Finnie 4th J & M McConachie Bull born before 1st January 2012 1st Mr R S Tilford Bull born in ir after 1st January 2012 1st Mr J Cooper 2nd Mr C Finnie 3rd Mr & Mrs D Sutherland Female Champion Mr J Cooper Reserve Female J & M McConachie

ISLAY, JURA & COLONSAY AGRICULTURAL SHOW Thursday 8th August 2013 Judge: Mr Andrew Kirkpatrick

Highland cow any age 1st G M & A Porter, Carrabus 2nd N & M Mclellan, Kilcharan 3rd G M & A Porter, Carrabus Highland Heifer 3yo 1st Dunlossit Estate, Ceannacroic 2nd G M & A Porter, Carrabus 3rd N & M Mclellan, Kilchiaran Highland Heifer 2yo 1st Dunlossit Estate, Ceannacroic 2nd G M & A Porter. Carrabus 3rd N & M Mclellan, Kilchiaran Highland Heifer 1yo 1st Dunlossit Estate, Ceannacroic 2nd G M & A Porter, Carrabus 3rd Dunlossit Estate, Ceannacroic Highland Calf 1st Dunlossit Estate, Ceannacroic 2nd Dunlossit Estate, Ceannacroic 3rd G M & A Porter, Carrabus

Male Champion Mr J Cooper

Best pair of females 1st N & M Mclellan, Kilchiaran 2nd N & M Mclellan, Kilchiaran 3rd G M & A Porter, Carrabus

Reserve Male Mr R S Tilford

Overall Champion Dunlossit Estate, Ceannacroic

Best Animal from Club Area J & M McConachie

KINROSS SHOW Saturday 10th?? August 2013 Judge: Mr E Mackay

Best Group of Three Animals owned by Exhibitor J & M McConachie Best 3 year old Heifer in calf bred by exhibitor J & M McConachie Best Animal to opposite sex to champion Mr J Cooper Overall Champion Mr J Cooper Reserve Champion J & M McConachie

Highland Champion from D and B MacNaughton with Flora 2nd of Merkland.

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84 Highland Bull any age 1st D & M MacNaughton Highland Cow with calf at foot 1st D & B MacNaughton 2nd Young & Brown Highland Heifer born after 1.1.2010 and before 1.1.2011 1st Dexter Logan 2nd D & B MacNaughton

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Best pair 1st Geraint & Eleri Hughes 2nd Beverley Evans Champion Beverley Evans Reserve Geoff & Annie Spawton

KEITH SHOW Highland Heifer born after 1.1.2011 and before 1.1.2012 1st D & B MacNaughton 2nd D & B MacNaughton

Sunday 11th & Monday 12th August 2013 Judge: Mr A W Garrick

Highland Heifer born after 1.1.2012 and before 1.1.2013 1st Ginny Stacy-Marks 2nd R McNaughton 3rd R McNaughton Highland Calf 1st D & B MacNaughton 2nd Ginny Stacy-M arks 3rd Dexter Logan

LAMPETER SHOW Saturday 10th August 2013 Judge: Mr David Greenhaugh

Cow any age in milk or in calf 1st Huw & Becky Rowlands 2nd Geoff & Annie Spawton 3rd Beverley Evans 3 year old heifer 1st Beverley Evans 2nd Geoff & Annie Spawton 3rd Geraint & Eleri Hughes 2 year old heifer 1st Huw & Becky Rowlands Yearling Heifer 1st Huw & Becky Rowlands 2nd Geoff & Annie Spawton Bull any age 1st Beverley Evans

Highland Champion â&#x20AC;&#x201C; J and M McConachie and Son, Culfoichmore, Grantown, with Cailean 1st of Culfoich.

Bull born 1st January 2012 1st Mr Kieran Milne Bull born on or after 1st January 2012 1st Culloden Fold 2nd J & L Fraser & Son Cow or heifer in calf or in milk 1st J & L Fraser 2nd Messrs J & M McConachie & Son 3rd Tordarroch Estates Heifer born in 2010 1st Messrs J & M McConachie & Son 2nd Culloden Fold 3rd Messrs J & L Fraser & Son Heifer born in 2011 or 2012 1st Tordarroch Estates 2nd Mrs Morag Middleton

Calf either sex born in 2013 1st Messrs J & M McConachie & Son 2nd J & L Fraser & Son 3rd Mr R W Shepherd

RIPLEY AGRICULTURAL & HORTICULTURAL SHOW

Heifer born on or after January 1st 2010 and before January 1st 2012 1st Tracey Noy, Aediva 25th of Eastol Moor 2nd R Wain, Eilidh of Kipper Lynn 3rd Tracey Noy, Urshula 39th of Eastol Moor 4th S & S Leighton, Gruagaih Dhubh Chanaidh of Headland

Saturday 10th August 2013 Judge: Mr R Turner

Cow in calf or in milk 1st Simon & Emma Haley, Eilidh 6th of Escafeld 2nd R A & W Phillip 3rd A & L Ridley Heifer born in 2010 1st Mr Gary Braines 2nd R A & W Phillip 3rd A & L Ridley Heifer born in 2011 1st Julia Carr, Moya of Marrick Park 2nd R A & W Phillip 3rd Simon & Emma Haley, Ruadh Eilidh 1st of Seam

Heifer born in 2011 1st Tracey Noy, Catriona 2nd of Stair 2nd S & S Leighton, Dhubh Raineach Chanaidh of Headland Bull any age 1st S & S Leighton, Uther Dhubh Chanaidh of Headland 2nd R Wain, Douglas of Wainsmore

BUTE AGRICULTURAL SOCIETY SUMMER SHOW Wednesday 14th August 2013 Judge: Mr J J Redpath

Heifer born in 2012 1st Simon & Emma Haley, Lizzie 1st of Seam 2nd Julia Carr, Makayla of Marrick Park 3rd R A & W Phillip Bull any age 1st Mr Gary Braines Pair any age 1st Mr Gary Braines 2nd Simon & Emma Haley, Eilidh 6th of Escafeld/ Ruadh Eilidh 1st of Seam Champion Mr Gary Braines, Kaylagh of Thaggnum Reserve Champion Simon & Emma Haley, Eilidh 6th of Escafeld

Champion, Canach 6th of Isle of Bute from R McMillan and E Lawrence.

Judge: Mr L Wardle

Highland cow in calf or with calf at foot 1st R & E Crawford 2nd R McMillan & E Lawrence, Lilian 1st of Isle of Bute 3rd R McMillan & E Lawrence, Katlin 1st of Isle of Bute

Cow or heifer in calf or in milk, born before January 1st 2010 1st S & S Leighton, Joyce of Mottistone 2nd R Wain, Georgia 2nd of Wainsmore 3rd S & S Leighton, Lily Rose of Headland 4th P Edwards, Mari 4th of Kynedor

Calf born in 2013 1st R McMillan & E Lawrence, Canach 6th of Isle of Bute 2nd R & E Crawford 3rd R McMillan & E Lawrence

ASHOVER SHOW Wednesday 14th August 2013

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86 Heifer 1yo 1st R McMillan & E Lawrence, Eilidh 7th of Isle of Bute 2nd Alan Kennedy 3rd Alan Kennedy Heifer 2yo 1st S & M O’Hara, Bridein 4th of Kynedor 2nd R & E Crawford 3rd R McMillan & E Lawrence, Lilian 5th of Isle of Bute

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Overall Champion R McMillan & E Lawrence Reserve Champion A Kennedy

PEEBLES SHOW Saturday 17th August 2013 Judge: A Smith

Heifer 3yo 1st R McMillan & E Lawrence, Neonag 5th of Isle of Bute 2nd R McMillan & E Lawrence, Lilian 3rd of Isle of Bute 3rd R McMillan & E Lawrence, Katlin 2nd of Isle of Bute Junior bull born in 2012 1st Alan Kennedy, Callum 6th of Goldenberry 2nd R McMillan & E Lawrence, Jimmy of Isle of Bute 3rd S & M O’Hara, Adamh of Achnacloich Senior bull born before 1st January 2012 1st R McMillan & E Lawrence, Laochan Rhuadh of Knockendon Best pair 1st R McMillan & E Lawrence 2nd A Kennedy 3rd R Mcmillan & E Lawrence Best group of 3 1st R McMillan & E Lawrence 2nd A Kennedy 3rd R Mcmillan & E Lawrence Best calf 1st R McMillan & E Lawrence 2nd A Kennedy 3rd R McMillan & E Lawrence Male Champion A Kennedy Female Champion R McMillan & E Lawrence Reserve Female R McMillan & E Lawrence

Donald McNaughton’s bull, Connor 2nd of Lagg took the Highland championship.

Bull any age 1st D MacNaughton 2nd A & A Garton 3rd C Cuthbertson Cow in calf or with calf at foot 1st D MacNaughton 2nd B Wilson 3rd G Brown Heifer 3yo 1st C Cuthbertson Heifer under 3yo 1st D MacNaughton 2nd A & A Garton 3rd Alun Garton Heifer born 2012 1st A & A Garton 2nd C Cuthbertson 3rd Alun Garton Calf born 2013 1st D MacNaughton 2nd G Brown 3rd C Cuthbertson

Best pair 1st D MacNaughton 2nd Alun Garton 3rd C Cuthbertson Overall Champion D MacNaughton, Connor 2nd of Lagg Reserve Champion D MacNaughton, Flora 2nd of Merkland

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POYNTON SHOW Saturday 24th August 2013 Judge: Mr H Hoather

Bull born before 1st January 2012 1st R Wain, Douglas of Wainsmore 2nd S & S Leighton, Uther Dhubh Chanaidh of Headland Bull born after 1st January 2012 1st R Wain, Angus of the Rose 2nd S & S Leighton, Sir Bedivere The Black of Headland

Saturday 24th August 2013 Judge: Mr S Hunter

Bull 1st G Braines, Gille Dubh 1st of West Edmondsley 2nd T Sample 3rd M & L France Cow in milk or with calf at foot 1st L Phillip 2nd R & W Phillip 3rd M & L France Heifer born in 2010 1st G Braines 2nd R & W Phillip Heifer born in 2011 1st R Phillip 2nd S & L Burnett 3rd S & L Burnett Heifer born in 2012 1st G Braines 2nd L Phillip 3rd M & L France Calf born in 2013 1st R & W Phillip 2nd L Phillip 3rd M & L France

Cow/ heifer, any age in calf or with own calf at foot 1st S & S Leighton, Joyce of Mottistone 2nd R Wain, Georgia 2nd of Wainsmore Heifer born in 2011 1st S & S Leighton, Gruagach Dhubh Canaidh of Headland 2nd R Wain, Furan Dorothy of the Rose Best calf born in 2012 1st R Wain, Kirsty of the Rose 2nd S & S Leighton, Sir Bedivere The Black of Headland Pair of animals owned by the exhibitor 1st S &S Leighton 2nd R Wain Overall Champion S & S Leighton, Dhubh Raineach Chanaidh of Headland Reserve Champion R Wain, Douglas of Wainsmore

WENSLEYDALE AGRICULTURAL SHOW Saturday 24th August 2013 Judge: Mr B Kennedy

Best Pair 1st G Braines 2nd S & L Burnett 3rd R & W Phillip

Heifer 1st Julia Carr, Makayla of Marrick Park 2nd Julia Carr, Moya of Marrick Park

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88 EDENBRIDGE & OXTED AGRICULTURAL SHOW Sunday 25th & Monday 26th August 2013 Judge: Mr A W Garrick

Senior Cow 1st E S & P Jee, Demeter Ruadh of Firth 2nd Mrs S Tedbury, Bean Ruadh 16th of Munlochy 3rd Mrs M A Brunt, Bess of Bluehouse Best Cow 1st Mrs S Tedbury, Una Bhuidhe 5th of Miungairigh 2nd Mrs J Whitehouse, Princess Raquel of Mercaston Best Heifer 1st E S & P Jee, Islay Demeter of Beresford 2nd Mrs S Tedbury, Lilias of Hardham 3rd Mrs M A Brunt, Abigail of Kecksys Maiden Heifer 1st Mortimers Farm, Anne Marie of Stair 2nd Mrs S Tedbury, Peigi 1st of Hardham 3rd Mrs J Whitehouse, Wilma of Eckington Best Bull 1st Mrs S Tedbury, Cnoc Dearg 2nd of Cladich 2nd Pollehill Fold, White Star of Pollehill 3rd Mrs S Tedbury, Bill of Hardham Overall Champion E S & P Jee, Islay Demeter of Beresford Reserve Champion Mrs S Tedbury, Una Bhuidhe 5th of Miungairigh

DALMALLY AGRICULTURAL SHOW Sunday 7th September 2013

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Cow in milk born before 1 Jan 2009 – Open 1st A & H Kirkpatrick, Glengarnock Fold Cow in milk, born in 2009- Open 1st Michael Poland, Mottistone Fold Heifer calf, born in 2013 – Confined 1st Mrs J H Strickland, Cladich Fold Heifer calf, born in 2013 – Open 1st S & M O’Hara, Cnoc Fold 2nd Mrs J H Strickland, Cladich Fold 3rd A & H Kirkpatrick, Glengarnock Fold 4th Thea Groves, Glenmassan Fold Bull Calf, born in 2013 – Open 1st R McMillan & E Lawrence, Isle of Bute Fold 2nd Michael Poland, Mottistone Fold Heifer born in 2010 – Confined 1st Mrs J H Strickland, Cladich Fold 2nd Mrs J H Strickland, Cladich Fold Heifer born in 2010– Open 1st D & B MacNaughton, Rannoch Fold 2nd Mrs J H Strickland, Cladich Fold 3rd Sir W J Lithgow Bt & Son, Ormsary Fold 4th Mrs Emma Paterson, Benmore Fold HC R McMillan & E Lawrence Isle of Bute Fold Heifer born in 2011– Open 1st Mrs Emma Paterson, Benmore Fold 2nd Michael Poland, Mottistone Fold 3rd S & M O’Hara, Cnoc Fold 4th D & B MacNaughton, Rannoch Fold HC A & H Kirkpatrick, Glengarnock Fold

Judge: Mr Donald MacGillivray Snr, Isle of Mull

Heifer born in 2012 – Confined 1st Mrs J H Strickland, Cladich Fold Heifer born in 2012– Open 1st Sir W J Lithgow Bt & Son, Ormsary Fold 2nd Mrs J H Strickland, Cladich Fold 3rd A & H Kirkpatrick, Glengarnock Fold 4th Mrs Emma Paterson, Benmore Fold

Overall Cattle champion was this 3 year old heifer Millis Dubh 9 Earn from Donald and Brian MacNaughton, Rannoch fold, Kelty.

Bull born in 2012 – Open 1st D & B MacNaughton, Rannoch Fold 2nd S & M O’Hara, Cnoc Fold 3rd R McMillan & E Lawrence, Isle of Bute Fold 4th Mrs Emma Paterson, Benmore Fold HC A & H Kirkpatrick, Glengarnock Fold

Young Handler’s Class (under 16) –open 1st Ruby Bosomworth, Ormsary Fold 2nd Lynne McLean The Craig Perpetual Challenge Cup presented by the late Captain R A Oldham of Craig for Overall Champion Won by: D & B MacNAUGHTON RANNOCH FOLD CONFINED CHAMPION: MRS J H STRICKLAND - CLADICH FOLD CONFINED RESERVE CHAMPION: MRS J H STRICKLAND - CLADICH FOLD OPEN CHAMPION: D & B MacNAUGHTON - RANNOCH FOLD OPEN RESERVE CHAMPION: MRS J H STRICKLAND CLADICH FOLD Rosettes awarded by DAS for Champion and Reserve Champion Confined and Open sections Trophies Perpetual Challenge Cup for best animal in Highland Section presented by the late Sir James Denby Roberts, Bt of Strathallan, Auchterarder D & B MacNAUGHTON RANNOCH FOLD Crunachy Challenge Cup for best Highland bull Stirk bred by exhibitor presented by the late John Mercer, Crunachy D & B MacNAUGHTON Glenogle Perpetual Cup for best heifer presented by the late Ewen Cameron Esq OBE D & B MacNAUGHTON Brig R W L Fellowes Memorial Perpetual Challenge Cup for Reserve Champion presented by his family MRS J H STRICKLAND CLADICH FOLD Achnacloich Perpetual Challenge Trophy for the best group of Highland Cattle, 3 animals presented by the late Mrs J Y Nelson of Achnacloich D& B MacNAUGHTON Glenstrae Perpetual Challenge Quaich for best animal in the confined classes MRS J H STRICKLAND The Calum McDonald Memorial Trophy, this year to be awarded to the best exhibit in the Highland Cattle Section D & B MacNAUGHTON

SPECIAL PRIZES Rosette awarded by Highland Cattle Society for Champion Highlander Medal for Young Handler Class presented by DAS RUBY BOSOMWORTH

WESTMORLAND COUNTY SHOW Thursday 12th September 2013 Judge: Mr J Crilley

Bull any age 1st S & S Leighton, Uther Dubh Chanaidh of Headland 2nd Robert Bradley & Mandy Cameron, Roland The Roadie of Melkett 3rd R & W Phillip, Mortell of Hellifield Cow in milk or in calf born before 1st January 2010 1st S & E Haley, Diorbhail 2nd of Conrsay Lodge 2nd R & W Phillip, Mercedes of Hellifield 3rd S & S Leighton, Joyce of Mottistone 4th M & L France, Richenda 8th of Ashmore Heifer born in 2010 1st S & E Haley, Margaret of Seam 2nd R & W Phillip, Angelina of Hellifield 3rd Julia Carr, Kiera of Moorside Heifer born in 2011 1st S & E Haley, Aimee of Tregallow 2nd Robert Bradley & Mandy Cameron, Ishtar 1st of Moorside Heifer born in 2013 1st Julia Carr, Makaylha of Marrick Park 2nd S & E Haley, Lizzie 1st of Seam 3rd R & W Phillip, Alison of Hellifield 4th M & L France, An Ros Kimberley 1st of Carolina Calf born in 2013 1st Julia Carr, Kieran of Marrick Park 2nd R & W Phillip, McLaren of Hellifield 3rd S & S Leighton, Sir Bedivere the Black of Headland 4th M & L France, Richenda 2nd of Carolina Best pair of animals owned by the exhibitor and exhibited above 1st R & W Phillip 2nd S & S Leighton Champion S & E Haley, Diorbhall 2nd of Cornsay Lodge Reserve S & E Haley, Margaret of Seam Best Exhibitor Bred Animal S & E Haley, Margaret of Seam

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NIDDERDALE SHOW Monday 23rd September 2013 Judge: Mr H Hoather

Bull, Any Age 1st Roland the Roadie of Melkett, R Bradley & A Cameron Cow, Any Age 1st Ruadh Eilidh 6th Of Escafeld, Mrs E Haley Calf, born on or after 1st January 2013 1st Bhuide Deal Bhach Chiel of Seam, Mrs E Haley Heifer born in 2010 1st Margaret of Seam, Mrs E Haley 2nd Angelina of Hellifield, R A & W Phillip Heifer born in 2011 1st Ishtar of Moorside, R Bradley & A Cameron 2nd Aimee of Tregallon, Mrs E Haley 3rd Demi Ogilvie of Claditch, S & L Burnett

Best Pair of Highlanders 1st S & L Burnett 2nd Mrs E Haley 3rd R A & W Phillip Overall Champion Ruadh Eilidh 6th of Escafeld, Mrs E Haley Roadies

Reserve Champion Ruaridh 1st of Ubhaidh from Her Majesty The Queen, Balmoral Estate, Ballater, Aberdeenshire with a 4 year old bull bred by Roy Tylden-Wright. SPONSORED BY WELSH BUILERDS Ltd Female Champion Michael Poland, Lower Preshaw House, Upham, Southampton – Flora 4th of Mottistone. Reserve Female Champion Donald MacNaughton, Station Road, Kelty, Fife with a 3 year old heifer – Hayley 5th of Earn bred by Mrs Heather Corrigall. Male Champion Her Majesty The Queen, Balmoral Estate, Ballater, Aberdeenshire – Ruaridh 1st of Ubhaidh bred by Mr Roy Tylden-Wright. Reserve Male Champion Alan Prentice, 8 Westbank, Ravenstruther, Lanark with a 6 year old bull – Alexander of Glengorm bred by Glengorm Estate.

Heifer born in 2012 1st Nancy of Lilygreen, Miss L Phillip 2nd Mr A Whitehead 3rd Mr A Whitehead

Reserve Champion Roland the Melkett, R Bradley & A Cameron

CHAMPIONSHIP AWARDS Supreme Champion Flora 4th of Mottistone a 2 year old home bred heifer from Michael Poland, Lower Preshaw House, Upham, Southampton. SPONSORED BY WELSH BUILERDS Ltd

CITY OF GLASGOW INTERNATIONAL HIGHLAND CATTLE SHOW Sunday 14th September 2013 Judge: Mr Robert Phillip

Marilyn Muir presents the overall champion award to Flora 4th of Mottistone with stockman Willie MacLean.

Junior Championship Awarded to the best Junior Bull or Heifer under two years of age on the day of the show. Champion Sir WJ Lithgow Bt & Son, Orsmary Estate, Lochgilphead, Argyll with a home bred 18 month old heifer – Susan 17th of Ormsary. Reserve Champion Gary Braines, Mill House, Millfield, Sunderland with a home bred 18 month old heifer – Heidi of West Edmondsley. Class 1 Cow, born on or before 31st December 2008, with calf at foot. SPONSORED BY HAMILTON BROTHERS 1. J & C McKechnie – Morag 44th of Woodneuk (UK583079200799) 22/04/08. Sire: Fergus of Crossnish. Dam: Morag 26th of Woodneuk. Bred by W & T Thomson. 2. S & E Haley – Ruadh Eilidh 6th of Escafeld (UK120529400086) 18/04/06. Sire: Fergus of Tordarroch. Dam: Eilidh Ruadh 5th of Escafeld. Bred by Sheffield City Council.

Donald MacNaughton – Skye 2nd of Rannoch (UK541718600065) 01/03/08. Sire: Rannoch of Lochmill. Dam: Mhairie of Cocklaw. Bred by Exhibitor.

Class 5 Heifer, born on or after 1st January 2012 and before 1st January 2013 SPONSORED BY WELSH BUILDERS LTD

Class 2 Cow, born on or after 1st January 2009, with calf at foot. SPONSORED BY WILLIAM & TOM THOMSON (Woodneuk Fold) 1. Michael Poland – Charlotte 3rd of Mottistone (UK282865100312) 17/04/09. Sire: Eoin Mhor of Miungairigh. Dam: Charlotte of The Pheasant. Bred by Exhibitor. 2. HA & A Garton – Monica 7th of Thaggnam (UK545587700013) 21/01/09. Sire: Stuart of Lyntoun. Dam: Monica of Thaggnam. Bred by Exhibitor.

Class 3 Heifer, born on or after 1st January 2010 and before 1st January 2011 SPONSORED BY FIELD & LAWN (MARQUEES) Ltd

Class 6 Heifer Calf born in 2013 SPONSORED BY RED ROVER DOG WALKERS

Donald MacNaughton – Hayley 5th of Earn (UK507623200471) 20/03/10. Sire: Brogach 1st of Auchtenny. Dam: Hayley 4th of Earn. Bred by Mrs H Corrigall. J & C McKechnie – Kirsty Morag of Ubhaidh (UK508005200066) 18/03/10. Sire: Torquil 1st of West Merkland. Dam: Kirsty of Cladich. Bred by Roy Tylden-Wright. Balnabroich Farm – Sidonia of Balnabroich (UK542297600180) 05/04/10. Sire: Lochlan of Sorne. Dam: Sidonia 8th of Ormsary. Bred by Exhibitor.

Class 4 Heifer, born on or after 1st January 2011 and before 1st January 2012 SPONSORED BY THE EVENTS COMPANY

Michael Poland – Flora 4th of Mottistone (UK282865700402) 18/02/11. Sire: Uisdean of Craigowmill. Dam: Flora 2nd of Mottistone. Bred by Exhibitor. Sydney & Maureen O’Hara – Bridein 4th of Kynedor (UK522109100322) 23/03/11. Sire: Eoin Mhor of Beinn-Latha-Ur. Dam: Bridein of Kynedor. Bred by CP & MP Bruce. Donald MacNaughton – Flora 2nd of Merkland (UK561023100261) 24/02/11. Sire: Prionnsa Rhuadh of Pole. Dam: Flora 1st of Merkland. Bred by Mr & Mrs J Mackie.

Donald MacNaughton – Mhairie of Rannoch (UK541718300076) 24/05/13. Sire: Fergus of Isle of Bute. Dam: Skye 2nd of Rannoch. Bred by Exhibitor. Gary Braines – Barabel Buidhe 3rd of Cornsay Lodge (UK111325400032) 16/01/13. Sire: Samvais of Brunnila. Dam: Barabel Gael of Cornsay Lodge. Bred by Cornsay Lodge. Sydney & Maureen O’Hara – Yana 1st of Cnoc (UK541200600114) 07/01/13. Sire: Ceannard 5th of Glengorm. Dam: Yana Buidhe of Cnoc. Bred by Exhibitor.

Class 7 Bull, born before 1st January 2012 SPONSORED BY GRANT / MURRAY ARCHITECTS Ltd 1.

Sir WJ Lithgow Bt & Son – Susan 17th of Ormsary (UK540930202363) 22/03/12. Sire: Callum 2nd of Goldenberry. Dam: Susan 5th of Ormsary. Bred by Exhibitor. Gary Braines – Heidi of West Edmondsley (UK110584600043) 21/03/12. Sire: Samson Dubh of Brunnila. Dam: Suisaidh Ruadh of Killochries. Bred by Exhibitor. Alan Kennedy – Cannach 5th of Goldenberry (UK585380700030) 25/03/12. Sire: Calum of Cir Mhor. Dam: Cannach 20th of Achnacloich. Bred by Exhibitor.

Her Majesty The Queen – Ruaridh 1st of Ubhaidh (UK508005700078) 26/02/09. Sire: Torquil 1st of Ubhaidh. Dam: Flora 5th of Lagg. Bred by Roy Tylden-Wright. Alan Prentice – Alexander of Glengorm (UK540990200383) 21/03/07. Sire: Dealbhach Graidhein Dubh of Knockendon. Dam: Mairina Ial 4th of Glengorm. Bred by Glengorm Estate. Gary Braines – Gille Dubh 1st of West Edmondsley (UK110584500021) 05/01/11. Sire: Gille Dubh 2nd of Craigowmill. Dam: Suisan Ruadh of Killochries. Bred by Exhibitor.

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Class 8 Bull, born on or after 1st January 2012 and before 1st January 2013 SPONSORED BY THE UBIQUITOUS CHIP & STRAVAIGIN GROUP 1. Donald MacNaughton – Connor 2nd of Lagg (UK502909100226) 07/05/12. Sire: Angus of Lynton. Dam: Corachair 5th of Lagg. Bred by Argyll Lawrie. 2. Alan Kennedy – Callum 7th of Goldenberry (UK585380500028) 12/01/12. Sire: Calum of Cir Mhor. Dam: Morag 3rd of Avondale. Bred by Exhibitor. 3. Sydney & Maureen O’Hara – Adhamh 1st of Achnacroish (UK546383400006) 04/05/12. Sire: Adhamh 2nd of Lagg. Dam: Currac Na Cuthaige 6th of Clach-Na-Gruagach. Bred by S & I McKay. Class 9 Bull Calf, born in 2013 SPONSORED BY RED ROVER DOG WALKERS 1.

Michael Poland – “89” of Mottistone (UK545877300071) 08/02/13. Sire: Alexander of Glengorm. Dam: Charlotte 3rd of Mottistone. Bred by Exhibitor. HA & A Garton – Macallan of Thaggnam (UK546757600007) 08/01/13. Sire: Fear Cinnidh of Ardura. Dam: Monica of Thaggnam. Bred by Exhibitor. HA & A Garton – Mortlach of Thaggnam (UK546757200010) 14/01/13. Sire: Fear Cinnidh of Ardura. Dam: Monica 7th of Thaggnam. Bred by Exhibitor.

Class 10 Best pair of animals, any age. SPONSORED BY ABBEY VETERINARY GROUP 1. 2. 3.

J & C McKechnie Dougie Fountain Alan Kennedy

Class 11 Best group of three animals bred by the exhibitor. SPONSORED BY BAILLIES MARQUEES 1. Alan Kennedy 2. HA & A Garton Class 12 Young & Novice Handler Class 1. 2. 3.

Laura Hunter, Hunters Fold Ruby Bosomworth, Ormsary Fold Aaron McKay, Cnoc Fold

EAST OF SCOTLAND CLUB SHOW Saturday 3rd May 2013

Judge – John Mackay

Skye 2nd of Rannoch – Champion and best bred by exhibitor from Donald & Bryon MacNaughton Senior Bull Donald and Bryon MacNaughton Junior Bull Maureen MacArthur Senior Cow 1st - Bill Wilson 2nd - John and Jenne Singer Young Cow Donald and Bryon MacNaughton 3 Year Old Heifer 1st Donald and Bryon MacNaughton 2nd John and Jenne Singer 2 Year Old Heifer 1st Donald and Bryon MacNaughton 2nd Roddy McNaughton 3rd John Clark 4th Kieran Milne Yearling Heifer 1st Maureen MacArthur 2nd Donald and Bryon MacNaughton 3rd Craigluscar Farm Calf 1st Donald and Bryon MacNaughton 2nd John and Jenne Singer 3rd Bill and Sandra Wilson Pairs 1st Maureen MacArthur 2nd Donald and Bryon MacNaughton 3rd Kieran Milne Young Handler 1st Lewis Singer (Aged 8) 2nd Ewan Singer (Aged 6) 3rd Sophie Adams (Aged 7) 4th Ellie Milne (Aged 11) 5th Beth Noble (Aged 11) Lewis and Ewan received a Cattle Comb and Stick, respectively, donated by Davidsons Veterinary Supplies, Blairgowrie Champion & Best animal bred by ExhibitorDonald and Bryon MacNaughton - 2 year old Heifer – Skye 2nd of Rannoch Reserve Champion - Maureen MacArthur - Yearling Heifer - Rowan of Allanfearn

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Health Status - A Long Lasting Benefit Premium Cattle Health Scheme (PCHS), run by SAC Veterinary Services, offers the option of testing and monitoring for one or more of the following diseases BVD, Johne’s Disease, IBR and Leptospirosis. Certificates of Health Status are awarded and pen/sale cards are issued on request when selling animals. In order to keep things simple vet visits can be scheduled to test for multiple diseases at the same time. What is Involved? Testing is offered for one of more of the following diseases: •

BVD involves testing 5 youngstock aged 9-18 months (prior to vaccination) per management group on an annual basis. Herds will achieve accredited free status and certificates awarded after two consecutive clear calf crops.

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Johne’s - all stock over 2 years of age are tested once a year. The risk based accreditation process for Johne’s Disease is in place to facilitate buying and selling breeding stock. The advantage of this approach means that members with some animals testing positive in the herd will still get recognition that they are managing and testing for the disease.

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IBR - animals over 12 months of age are tested twice between 1-12 months apart to gain accreditation, then a proportion of animals are tested annually.

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Leptospirosis – all animals over 12 months of age intended for breeding are tested twice between 6-12 months apart to gain accreditation, then a proportion of the herd is tested annually.

As a breed renowned for breeding females, both pure and cross, it is essential that Highland breeders should be marketing their stock with a certificated health status. An ever increasing amount of buyers are demanding this and it is vital that breeders react to market demand. Do not expect buyers to flock to your sales to buy cattle of unknown health status.

Any disease which reduces the production capacity of a herd is unwanted. With the current buoyancy of the beef industry it is critical that performance is maximised. BVD Many breeders have not encountered the disease so feel that there is no need to do anything about it. But unless blood testing is done in a herd there is no assurance that the disease is not present. BVD is probably the most common viral disease of cattle in Europe and several countries have instigated eradication schemes. Presence of BVD in a cattle population could create a trade barrier for export. Scotland and Ireland have embarked on an eradication programme. The effect of BVD can be felt at all stages of the production cycle i.e. from bulling all the way through to calving and then the rearing stages of the calf. It is spread by persistently infected animals (Pi’s). These Pi’s are created in the first few months of pregnancy when a pregnant animal encounters a Pi animal. Infertility, extended calving periods, abortions, dead calves, malformed calves, weak calves are all signs of a BVD infection and because the immune system can be suppressed calf scours and pneumonia are also common. Often the Pi animals die with mucosal disease in which the digestive tract is severely ulcerated -an animal welfare issue. So the aim is to test and remove Pi animals. This will result in the sale of animals which are fit for purpose. The ramifications of a disease outbreak in a herd can last for several years and the cumulative financial effect would be in the order of £46,000 for a 100 cow herd over 10 years. Johne’s Disease Diagnosed frequently and is a cause of substantial losses with the breeding life of cows and bulls likely to be drastically shortened. It is often remarked that the cost of Johne’s testing is high as all cattle over two years of age have to be tested. But, if a cow is identified early and culled, her value will be high. If she is kept and rapidly loses condition she will be worth little. This early identification of one cow will certainly go a long way to pay for health scheme costs. If you have seen clinical disease in your herd (i.e. animals wasting and scouring) it is probable

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that, on a herd test there will be more animals that test positive, even though they look in good condition. If a bull is lost after working one season the cost per calf on the ground will be very high As well as the animals which test positive there will be a number which may be infected but will initially test negative .In effect it can take several years to gain accreditation for Johne’s disease. Under CHeCS rules three clear tests at annual intervals are required for Risk Level 1 status accreditation. The disease can hit herd productivity in many different ways and the disease is spread from herd to herd through trading of infected animals. •

Declining cow condition impairs fertility resulting in barren cows or failure to take the bull quickly.

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Poor milk yield resulting in calves that grow slower than their herd mates. If the cow has to be culled when calf is 3 or 4 months old the calf will suffer a further set back.

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Death or culling of cows/bulls at a young age. This will increase the herd replacement cost per head.

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Lighter calves at weaning, more stressed and more prone to a pneumonia outbreak.

Infectious Bovine Rhinotracheitis (IBR) A virus disease of cattle that can cause severe damage to the respiratory tract and leads to fatal pneumonia. Outbreaks in young cattle can be severe and outbreaks in adults can cause abortions. The virus can also be spread in semen and for this reason IBR is a significant concern to AI studs. Once an animal has been infected with IBR the virus remains inactive within the body (latent infection) to be re-activated at times of stress, leading to new infections of in-contact animals. Trade in these latently infected animals spread the disease. Herd accreditation programmes can show that a herd is free of IBR. Animals purchased direct from such herds are therefore of negligible risk of introducing IBR to a herd. Vaccination against IBR is effective in preventing IBR outbreaks in a herd and is the recommended means of control for non-pedigree herds that are infected and for those units regularly buying in significant numbers of young stock. However

95 vaccination while offering effective disease control does not lead to elimination of the virus from the herd. There are two types of vaccine available for IBR control, ‘conventional’ and ‘marker’ vaccines. ‘Conventional’ vaccines produce antibodies in the blood which cannot be distinguished from those stimulated by the ‘wild type’ IBR virus. For this reason vaccination using ‘conventional’ vaccines is not an option when seeking to eradicate the disease from a herd and such vaccines should not be used in IBR accredited stock. Be aware that multivalent pneumonia vaccines may include a conventional IBR virus component and it is very important to avoid inadvertently administering a conventional IBR virus vaccine in this way. The marker vaccine can be used in an infected herd to control and eradicate infection over a period of time rather than by immediate culling of all infected animals. Animals that have the antibody have either been infected or vaccinated with a conventional vaccine. Conversely animals that do not have the antibody have not been infected, but may have been vaccinated with the marker vaccine Cattle from UK herds that are accredited free of IBR can trade with herds in countries that are free from IBR, but cattle destined for such trade or for use in AI should never be vaccinated against IBR with either the conventional or marker vaccine.. For herds that seek to trade but are infected either a test and cull programme or a marker vaccine may be used, but any young animal that may be sold should remain unvaccinated. It is suggest that before these control strategies are considered, particularly for high value stock for export, the issues are discussed with your veterinary surgeon, particularly before any vaccine program is put in place. In summary it is recognised that Highland cattle breeders have embraced health schemes, by testing for many of the PCHS diseases, for a considerable length of time and this has helped create export opportunities eg into countries where there are official IBR schemes. It is crucial that new, and existing, breeders maintain the drive to produce healthy cattle. To discuss gaining national health status recognition through PCHS for your pure Highland fold or your cross-bred herd please call us on 01835 822 456 and we will be happy to help. There is useful information on our web pages www.cattlehealth.co.uk. By Ian Pritchard, Health Schemes Manager, SRUC

Owner

Maureen MacArthur & John Ashton

Ann Chant

Applecross Estate Trust

Mr GJH Rainey

Mr AA MacDonald

Ardura Estate

Ashmore Estate

Mark Armstrong

Her Majesty The Queen

Fold Name

Allanfearn

Apethorpe

Applecross

April

Ardbhan

Ardura

Ashmore

Balemartine

Balmoral

Brogach 2nd of Culfoich (M9733) J & M McConnachie

Seamus of Balemartine

Alisdair Ruadh of Glenkinglass

Black Grouse 2nd of Glamis Castle (Strathmore Farming Co)

Gille Dubh of Ardbhan (M2008)

Gilleaspuig of Tiretigan (M9909) (Firm of Tiretigan Farm)

Lord Mosscastle of Old Greenlaw (M9575)

Hamish of Isle of Bute (R McMillan & Mrs E Lawrence)

Jenson of Idvies (Mr JG Mitchell)

Fernando of Jaggards (Mr A Coddington & Miss J Rushworth)

Crusoe of Brue (K & L Mathieson)

Name of Bull and Breeder

Red

Black

Dun

Red

Brindle

Black

Red

Colour

Lady Jane 7th of Old Greenlaw (F44863) by Ruaidhri 5th of Flodden (M7709)

Canach of Torlundy (F52067) by MacAlastair Og of Coirefuar (M7637)

Narrachan 2nd of Beinn Ard (F45870) by Uallach of Millerston (M7371)

Fern 1st of Jaggards (F63774) by Uisdean of Craigowmill (M9429)

Eilidh of Dunvegan (F33784) by Aonghas of Benmore (M7142)

Dam and Sire of Dam

Eilidh of Tarth (F45804) by Hamish 5th of The Wellburn (M8101)

Caileag Bheag 15th of Callachally (F47437) by Coirneal Ruadh of Callachally (M8510)

by Lachlan Joseph of Tain (M8727)

Seobhag Ial 3rd of Glenkinglass (F58354)

Ailsa Bhuidhe 222nd of Glamis Castle by Douglas of Roisbheinn (M9167)

Siusaidh of Ardbhan (F34934) by Laochan Ruadh of Shenavallie (M7144)

Nighean Ruadh 17th of Ormsary (F47311) by Kirkibost of Ardbhan (M7737)

Donnachadh Ruadh 1st of West Merkland (M9306)

James Beusach of Shenavallie (M8641)

Angus Ruadh of Gartchonzie

Black Grouse of Glamis Castle (M9970)

Gille Dubh 2nd of Killochries (M9388)

Gille Dubh of Craigowmill (M8968)

Barraiche 2nd of Douneside (M7164)

Laochan Ruadh 3rd of Knockendon (M9783)

Black Prince 2nd of Idvies (M9487)

Lord Montague 2nd of Reeches

Piobaire Ruadh of Dunvegan (M9481)

Sire (and Herd Book Year) Number

STOCK BULL LIST

Her Majesty The Queen

Miss H Knipe MacDubh of Kintore Castle ( J & J Singer) (Knipe & Dickinson Fold)

West Lothian Council

Mrs A Taylor

Mrs E Paterson

Mrs Patricia Smith & Mr P Burns

Mr & Mrs D Fountain

Mr & Mrs I Adams

K & L Matheson

Balmoral

Barkhouse

Beecraigs

Benmeanach

Benmore

Bien Esk

Broomrigg

Brathens

Brue

Red

Brindle

Red

Yellow

Black

Red

Colour

Rob Ruadh of Gartchonzie (Mr A Goulancourt)

Siarach of Balmoral (Her Majesty the Queen)

Red

Torridon of Glenkinglass ( Mr & Mrs RD Schuster) Black

Jock of Inversnaid (Mr A Goulancourt)

Kelso 1st of Sauchie ( Mr W Roddie)

Corneal 3rd of Lagg (Mrs C Lawrie)

Torquil Dealbach of Ubhaidh (M9979) (Mr R Tylden-Wright)

Scott 2nd of Pollok M(2008) (Glasgow City Council)

Prionnsa Dubh of Craigowmill

Ruaraidh 1st of Ubhaidh (Mr R Tylden-Wright)

Her Majesty The Queen

Balmoral

Name of Bull and Breeder

Owner

Fold Name

Eoin 2nd of Glengorm (M9791)

Cliadhamh Mor of Balmoral (M9993)

Alastair Dubh of Na Sith

Jock of Sorne (M9202)

Anndra 1st of Thaggnam (M9784)

Angus of Lyntoun (M9569)

Torquil 1st of West Merkland (M9439)

Bracken of Bavrack

Ciaran of Redrullion (M10037)

Panther 2nd Vom Aignerhof (M9867)

Torquil 1st of West Merkland (9439)

Sire (and Herd Book Year) Number

Anastasia of Gartchonzie (F46568) by Alastair Ruadh of Glen Nevis (M8065)

Phiobaidh 97th of Balmoral (F63381) by Corriethomag of Ormsary (M9351)

Dileas Dubh of Clach-Na-Gruagach (F62839) by Dughall of Killochries (M9215)

Cuailean 87th of Achnacloich (F43655) by Fear-Bratach of Glengorm (M8146)

An Uiseag 3rd of Upper Cornabus (F47561) by Jamie Dealbach 2nd of Glengorm (M8151)

Aillbhe of Lagg (F64553) by Angus of Lyntoun (M9569)

Mairead of Avondale (F54933) by Bracken of Barvrack (M9126)

Donnag Sgairteil 2nd of Barvrack (F47593) by Domhnall of Moorlands (M7534)

Malda Ruadh 6th of Achnacloich (F67073) by Creag Dhubh of Labhdal (M9449)

Lady Alma Dubh 2nd of Craigowmill (F57158) by Gille Dubh 2nd of Rigg (M8663)

Flora 5th of Lagg (F52774) by Victor 6th of Earn (M7686)

Dam and Sire of Dam

Owner

David Glass

FM & CN Hocknell

J & D Anderson

Mr HM MacPhail

Lady Lithgow

Mrs Ruth Thomson

Dunlossit Farming Ltd

Mr MJ Monk

Ms J Grifﬁths

Fold Name

Burifa

Burnbank

Caberfeidh

Callachally

Carsaig

Catesby

Ceannacroic

Chadwich

Cim

Jamie of Hisland

Lord Andershaw of Old Green Law (M9184) (The Hon Mrs H Douglas)

George Broderick of House of Hoden (Mr & Mrs Knauff-Dexter)

Ewan Dubh of Ceannacroic

Ceannard Geal of Croc Mhor (9485) (Mrs N McClung)

Lochlan of Sorne (K Headspeath)

Callum 2nd of Goldenberry (Mr Alan Kennedy)

Am Morair Macaoidh of Hope (Braesgill Ltd)

Seamus 3rd of Glengarnock

Paidhraig Geal of Gray Brae

Jock 5th of Innisard (M7480) Mrs P Knox

Name of Bull and Breeder

Black

Red

Black

White

Black

Red

White

Red

Colour

Lord Angus of Hisland (M2009)

Barraiche 2nd of Douneside (M7164)

Iain Ruadh of Woodneuk (M7522)

Tarbh Dubh 2nd of Druimdearg (M9354)

Bruce of Tordarroch (M8555)

Coinneach of Borland (M9332)

Callum of Cir Mhor

Coirneal Ruadh of Lagg

Seamus 2nd of Glengarnock (M9340)

Paidhraig of Tordarroch (M8935)

Aonghas of Benmore (M7142)

Sire (and Herd Book Year) Number

Sine Dhubh of Craigowmill (F53760) by Gille Dubh 2nd of Rigg (M8663)

Lady Jane 7th of Old Greenlaw (F44863) by Ruaidhri 5th of Flodden (M7709)

Lesley of Thistle (F56559) by Jock 2nd of Cim (M8654)

Lady Ruadh 1st of Glengarry (F43850) by Ben Alder 2nd of Auch (M7988)

Luisaidh of Tirry-side (F48730) by Ewan of Tordarroch (M8557)

Eiliza 5th of Sorne (F55974) by Cailean 2nd of Glengorm (M8989)

Cannach 2nd of West Merkland (F57290) by Gordon of Tordarroch (M9265)

Cuailean 1st of Hope (F67893) by Uilleam Buidhe of Shenavallie (M9070)

Eilidh 2nd of Glengarnock (F45289) by Ruairidh of Glengarnock (M8313)

Maisie 5th of Pollok (F34676) by Douglas of Dargavel (M7231)

Capleadh 7th of Millerston (F30211) by Muilleach of Kennacraig (M6808)

Dam and Sire of Dam

Owner

Ms J Grifﬁths

Mrs JH Strickland

Mr & Mrs Sydney O’Hara

Mr I Mackay

Mrs Judith R Burnett

Mrs Angela Ambler

Mrs M MacKenzie

Mr Ron MacLean

T. G Muirhead

Fold Name

Cim

Cladich

Cnoc Fold

Cnoc Na Sith

Cobairdy

Cobblepot of Arndilly

Coigach

Corntown

Corriemuckloch

Red

Black

Red

Black

Yellow

Black

Red

Colour

Domhnull Ruadh of Torloisk (M9317)

Stuart of Lyntoun (M9657) (Mr D Dickson)

Red

Prionnsa Dubh of Cnoc Na Sith (Mr Iain MacKay) Black

Robbie of Cobblepot of Arndilly (9688)

Domhnull Dubh 1st of Beinn Aileach (M2007) (Mrs M Shearer)

Loeb of Pennygown (M9808)

Ceannard 5th of Glengorm (Glengorm Estate)

Whitelaw of Killochries (M9715) (Killochries Fold)

Aonghas of An Sidhean (The Firm of Ernest Crawford)

Seonaidh Mor of Ardura (Ardura Estate)

Lord Alasdair of Cim

Name of Bull and Breeder

Eoin Mhor of Beinn-Latha-Ur (M8900)

Angus of Rashiehall (M8646)

Black Prince of Beinn A Ghlo (M9073)

Neil of Benaigan (8928)

Banrigh 68th of Cladich (F42654) by Cathach 47th of Millerston (M7640)

Jennifer 1st of Glengorm (F55847) by Prionsa Dubh Og Na of Cailaich (M8816)

Una Ruadh 1st of Cim (F61064) by Exhibit 2nd of Auch (M8728)

Dam and Sire of Dam

Una Bhuidhe 4th of Torloisk (F39021) by Caoidhean of Dalriada (M7190)

Isla of Lyntoun (F53999) by Iain Riabhach 2nd of Iomroll (M7947)

Dossan Lurach 4th of Coirefuar (F51067) by Hamish F Of Drenthe (M8614)

Ailleag Og 3rd of Balquhandy (F43544) by Calum of Glengorm (M7945)

Ena 1st of Rychraggan (F53573) by Jock Dubh of Clach-na-Gruagach (M8907)

Caileag Bheag 12th of Pennygown (41254) by Stepdancer 1st of Glengorm (7770)

Mairina 4th of Glengorm (F35116) by Coinneach of Pollok (M7457)

Malda Dubh 4th of Killochries (F52735) by Calum Seoladair Dubh of Killochries (M9097)

Domhnull Dubh of Glamis Castle (M9390)

Ruairidh of Hyndford (M9377)

Eoin Mhor of Torloisk (M9189)

MacCuish of Clach-na-Gruagach (M8682)

James Beusach of Shenavallie (M8641)

Hamish Dubh of Miungairigh (M9613)

Lord Andershaw of Old Greenlaw (M9184)

Sire (and Herd Book Year) Number

Owner

Hamish Irvine

KWW & Mrs EM Brown

Tordarroch Estates

Mr & Mrs CW Wilson

Lady Sarah Clutton

Douglas & Angus Estates

DC Lewis

Mrs C Osborne

Fold Name

Craigluscar Farm

Craigowmill

Culloden

Dams

Dover

Douglas

Drimnin

Doversgreen

Black

Colour

Red

White

Red

Lord Montagu of Reeches (M9887) (Mr JM Ayres) Red

Calum Ruadh of Brue (M9624)

Alasdair of Hyndford (Mr CA Prentice)

Iasgair 2nd of Mottistone (M9737) (Mr M Poland) Red

Balach Cuiumir of Claggersnich (WR & JA Pritchard)

Roderick of Lyntoun (Mr DR Dickson)

Leanach of Culloden

Fear Siridh of Balmoral (Balmoral Estates)

Panther 2nd Vom Aignerhof (M9867) Mr A Aiger) Black

Eilean Dubh 2nd of Craigowmill (M9427)

Angus Dubh of Savalmhor (Mr & Mrs P Gunn)

Name of Bull and Breeder

Lord Montagu 2nd of Redrullion (M9707)

Rioghail of Balmoral (M7599)

Jacobite of Benmore (M9759)

Iasgair of Mottistone (M9733)

Magnus of Claggersnich (M9023)

Angus of Rashiehall (M8646)

Craig of Tordarroch (M9681)

Dubhlanaiche of Balmoral (M8957)

Austria Panther Vom Knausserwald

Eilean Dubh of Craigowmill (M7603)

Angus Dubh of Invercassley (M7806)

Sire (and Herd Book Year) Number

Bac Beg 7th of Torloisk (F50545) by Fear-Brataich of Glengorm (M8146)

Caileag Bheag 17th of Callachally (F51104) by Dougald Prince of Killilan (M8804)

June of Auchnacraig (F44542) by Alasdair Mor of Callachally (M7935)

Lorna 2nd of Mottistone (F54830) by Tormad of Moncrieffe (M7940)

Beatrice 2nd of Kilmartin Hall (F41601) by Uilleam of Earn (M7444)

Erinn of Glengarry (F47810) by Pibroch of Pennygown (M8504)

Heather 1st of Tordarroch (F60332) by Dalriada of Ballyheather (M7899)

Lady White 55th of Balmoral (F51840) by Domhnull Beusach of Achnacloich (M7949)

Yucca Vom Riester Moor by Zimbo

Una Ruadh 2nd of Stronachie (F48511) by Brogach 1st of Austie (M8031)

Matilda 2nd of Tullach Ard (F44005) by Balach Beag of Pennygown

Dam and Sire of Dam

Owner

Mrs M MacDonald

Lord Denham

Heather Corrigall

Miss A Barrugh

Edgerston Trading (2006) Ltd

ShefďŹ eld City Council

H & F Moir

James Oswald

Fold Name

Druimdearg

Dunach

Earn

Easton

Edgerston

Escafeld

Ferniebrae

Fliskmillan

Yellow

Colour

Fergus Ruadh of Woodneuk (W & T Thomson)

Alex of Fernibrae

Seamus Dubh of Stair (AA McIntyre)

Tom of Earn (M9562) Mrs H Corrigall

Alastair Buidhe of Upper Cornabus (JJ Monaghan)

Solomon of Benmore (Mrs E Paterson)

Josh of Earn

Victor 3rd of Earn (M2009)

Brogach 1st of Auchtenny (M2004) Mrs V Ginny-Stacy Marks

Red

Black

Yellow

Red

Bentalla of Mottistone (M10074) (Mr M Poland) White

Aaron of Benmore (M9893) (Mrs J Bowser)

Name of Bull and Breeder

Fergus of Crossnish (M9111)

Angus Dubh of Auchry

Alexander Dubh of Stair

Paidhraig of Tordarroch (M8935)

Alastair Buidhe of Shanter (M2004)

MacDomhnull of Beinn-Latha-Ur (M9225)

Howard of Earn (M2003)

Brogach 1st of Austie (M8031)

Bentalla of Glengarnock (M9218)

MacDomhnull of Beinn-Latha-Ur (M9225)

Sire (and Herd Book Year) Number

Mairi 4th of Woodneuk (F60298) by Iain Dubh of Woodneuk (M8370)

Rosie Dubh of Cnoc Ard (F53829) by Gille Callum Dubh of Scurrival (M8541)

Caitin 2nd of Killochries (F54437) by Seamus of Killochries (M8292)

Bachy Proiseag 16th of Earn (F42685) by Ossian of Glenquoich (M7238)

Monica 3rd of Upper Cornabus (F56459) by Iain Og 2nd of Pennygown (M7744)

Solas Og 202nd of Benmore (F53702) by Socks of Benmore (M8871)

Eleanor 1st of Earn (F57248) by Caimbeul 1st of Earn (M8071)

Muilleach 5th of Earn (59057) by Paidhraig of Tordarroch (8935)

Huillin 2nd of Tullach Ard (F51552) by Philip of Strathallan (M6983)

Molly 6th of Craigowmill (F58939) by Jock of Craigowmill (M8640)

Seud Bhuidhe 225th of Benmore (F48453) by Samson Og of Glenogle (M8457)

Dam and Sire of Dam

Owner

Mr DT Handley

Mr T Gilmartin

Strathmore Farming Company

A & G Noble

Mr R Schuster

A & H Kirkpatrick

T Nelson

Fold Name

Gilden Vale

Gillieasfauld

Glamis Castle

Gleann Daidh

Glenkinglass

Glengarnock

Glengorm

Tomintoul of Glamis Castle (Strathmore Farming Co)

Eoin Mhor 2nd of Miungairigh (M10049) Mr AJ MacColl

Lachlan Ruadh of Ceannacroic (Dunlossit Farming)

Jock 4th of Glengarnock

Ruairidh of Mottistone (M9738) (Mr M Poland)

Companach 1st of Balmoral (Her Majesty the Queen)

Black Grouse of Glamis Castle (M9970)

Craigowl 5th of Glamis (M9971)

Douglas of Roisbheinn (M9167) (Mr & Mrs A Blackburn)

Jock of Gilliesfaulds

Black Prince 2nd of Idvies (M9487) (Mr G Mitchell)

Name of Bull and Breeder

Red

Black

Colour

Craigowl 5th of Glamis Castle (M9971)

Eoin Mhor of Torloisk (M9189)

Tarbh Dubh 2nd of Druimdearg (M9354)

Jock of Cullerne (M6816)

Ruairidh of Glengarnock (M8313)

Hamish Mhor 3rd of Callachally (M9377)

Ruaridh Ruadh 2nd of Inversnaid (M8991)

Douglas of Roisbheinn (M9167)

Fear Siridh Ruadh of Achnacloich

Balach Cuiumir of Claggersnich (M9504)

Roddy Dubh of Mullabrack (M9027)

Sire (and Herd Book Year) Number

Anabla 27th of Glamis Castle (F56730) by Craigowl 2nd of Glamis (M8721)

Frangag Banarach 4th of Torloisk (F46932) by Iain 2nd of Pennygown (M7744)

Elsa Ruadhe of Ceannacroic (F57392) by Donald Dubh of Kindrochaid (M9166)

Claggorm 6th of Glengarnock (F52741) by Bentalla of Callachally (M7643)

Eiteag 21st of Dibden (F56078) by Fingal of Auchnacraig (M8082)

Lady White 51st of Balmoral (F51834) by Domhnull Beusach of Achnacloich (M7949)

An Uiseag 10th of Glamis Castle (F43918) by Fergus of Glengorm (M7947)

Baravalla Uasail of Deanbank (F43871) by Fergus of Glengorm (M7947)

Frangag Donn Mor 2nd of Torloisk (F40791) by Caoidhean of Dalriada (M7190)

Una Dubh 15th of Pollok (F59305) by John of Pollok (M9088)

Sapphire of Idvies (F51230) by Macdonald Dubh of Na Comerich (M7890)

Dam and Sire of Dam

Owner

Allan Willet CMG

M & J Taylor

Mr EA Cameron

Mr S Toner

D & H Crane

Mrs S M Tedbury

Mrs SM Tedbury

Paul Harris

Mr AW Garrick

Fold Name

Glenmassan

Glentyne

Glen Nevis

Gorsedd

Gray Brae

Hardham Highlands

Harris

Heatherhills Glenlivet

Iagan A Ghlinne of Brue (K & L Matheson)

Dark Prince of Walton (Mrs S Hill)

Burney 1st of Charnwood (M9778) (Mr P Edwards)

Cnoc Dearg 2nd of Cladich (Mrs JH Strickland)

Blair Rannoch of Lyntoun (Mr DR Dickson)

Sam of Gorsedd

Thomas of Roundhill (Mrs AM Kershaw)

Scott of Miungairigh (M9933) (Mr AJ MacColl)

Coinneach Geal of Croc Mhor (M9484) (Mrs N McClung)

Fear Baidheil of Glentyne (M9843)

Dougal of Tordarroch (M9682) (Tordarroch Estates)

Name of Bull and Breeder

Red

Black

Red

Yellow

Red

White

Black

Yellow

Colour

Calum Ruadh of Brue (M9624)

Wallace of Cim (9198)

Gille Dubh 2nd of Craigowmill (M9430)

Aonghas of An Sidhean (M9766)

Ruairidh of Mottistone

Thomas of Tudor

Soldier of Roundhill (M9600)

Hazel of Lyntoun (F55664) by Seumas 5th of Innisard (M9001)

Wildfowlers Anser (F59130) by Marcus of Tirryside (M9315)

Ingrid of Roundhill (F56103) by Lord Rannoch of Lucies (M8562)

Bac Mor 12th of Torloisk (F52338) Eoin Mhor of Beinn-Latha-Ur (M8900)

Lorna 2nd of Breachacha (F35264) by Iain Og of Breachacha (M7286)

Beate of Glentyne (F53269) by Eann-Dubh of Cookham (M7230)

Alice 4th of Tordarroch (F55031) by Dalriada of Ballyheather (M7889)

Dam and Sire of Dam

Magaidh A Ghlinne of Brue (F59845) by Lachlan 2nd of Auchnacraig (M8869)

Princess 3rd of Cruach (F62273) by Ruaidhri of Iona (M8274)

Caileag Ghrinn 7th of Tain (F55035) by Donnachadh Ruadh of Achnacloich (M7950)

Frangag Donn 10th of Torloisk (F52347) by Eoin Mhor of Beinn-Latha-Ur (M8900)

Dealbhach Graidean Dubh of Knockendon (M9716)

Bruce of Tordarroch (M8555)

Tormod of Pollok (M8652)

Bentalla of Glengarnock (M9218)

Sire (and Herd Book Year) Number

Owner

Robert & Wendy Philip,

Mr G Wallace

J & JH Barr

Mr J Mawle

Mr S & Mrs R Hunter

Mr A Prentice

Fold Name

Helliﬁeld

Hemyock

Highcross

Hisland

Hunters

Hyndford

Alexander of Glengorm (M9790) (Glengorm Estate)

Gregor of Gray Brae (D & H Crane)

Lord Alasdair of Cim

Jamie of Hisland

Lord Andershaw of Old Green Law (M9184) (The Hon Mrs H Douglas)

Jock of Sorne (M9292) (Mr K Headspeath Jnr)

Hamish of Hemyock

MacLean of Allanfearn (Maureen McArthur & John Ashton)

Uallach Ruadh 2nd of Pollok (M9788) (Glasgow City Council)

Aaron of Helliﬁeld

Domhmull of Sheardrum (Ms Ali Hibbert)

Name of Bull and Breeder

Red

Black

Red

Yellow

Red

Black

Colour

Una Ruadh 18th of Pollok (F46995) by Drostan of Strathmashie (M7646)

Alice An Ceathramh 2nd of Glengorm (F54159) by Jock of Moncrieffe (M7763)

Morag 3rd of Rannoch (F52930) by Iain Og of Croc Mhor (M8516)

Dam and Sire of Dam

Lady White 1st of Gray Brae (F57279) by Angus of Rashiehall (M8646)

Una Ruadh 1st of Cim (F61064) by Exhibit 2nd of Auch (M8728)

Sine Dhubh of Craigowmill (F53760) by Gille Dubh 2nd of Rigg (M8663)

Lady Jane 7th of Old Greenlaw (F44863) by Ruaidhri 5th of Flodden (M7709)

Alice Peather 4th of the Wellburn (F39156) by Stepdancer 1st of Glengorm (M7770)

Nancy of Auchnacraig (F51910) by Cathach 13th of Millerston (M8517)

Dealbhach Graidean Dubh of Knockendon (M9716) Mairina Ial 4th of Glengorm by Ceannphort 2nd of Glengorm (M8532)

Stepdancer 3rd of Glengorm (M9706)

Lord Andershaw of Old Greenlaw (M9184)

Lord Angus of Hisland (M2009)

Barraiche 2nd of Douneside (M7164)

Jock of Moncreiffe (M7763)

Jock 3rd of Killochries (M9728)

Crusoe of Brue (M9730) Abigail 2nd of Tirryside (F55699) by Ewan of Tordarroch (M8557)

Seamus 5th of Wellburn (M8657)

James Beusach of Shenavallie (M8641)

Rannoch of Lochmill (M9493)

Sire (and Herd Book Year) Number

Owner

Mr JA Lithgow

Mr AE Coddington

Caroline Cuthbertson

WGC Farming

Ian & Sheena Graham

Ronald & Frances Fergie

Mr CP & MP Bruce

Mrs S Kennedy

Mr AJ MacColl

Mr M Poland

Fold Name

Inver

Jaggards

Jedderﬁeld

Kilmartin Hall

Killochries

Knockendon

Kynedor

Middlemarch

Miungairigh

Mottistone

Eoin Mhor 8th of Mottistone

Alexander 4th of Mottistone

Craigowl 7th of Glamis Castle P (Strathmore Farming Co)

Benbecula of Middle March (M9208)

Abhag 1st of Culfoich (M9732) (J & M McConachie)

Bentalla 2nd of Mottistone (M10075) (Mr M Poland)

James Beusach of An Sidhean (M9767)

Sean Ghart of Ormsary (Sir WM J Lithgow) by Kirkbost of Ardbhan (M7737)

Catach 21st of Millerston (M9965) (Mr J Ramsay)

Allt Ruadh of Crannich (Mr R Sedgwick)

Lachlan Dubh of Helliﬁeld (Mr R Phillip) & Miss HJ Rushworth

Padruaig Dubh of Gilden Vale (Mr D Handley) (Glengorm Estate)

Name of Bull and Breeder

Red

Yellow

Red

White

Red

Black

Colour

Ochre of Culfoich (F54662) by Exhibit 2nd of Auch (M8728)

Lady Alma 3rd of Kindrochaid (F51972) by Fingal of Callachally (M8511)

Bac Mor of An Sidhean (F55612) by Eoinn Mhor of Beinn-Latha-Ur (M8900)

Susan 5th of Ormsary (F49185)

Capleadh 30th of Millerston (F47500) by Cailean-A-Rithist of Achnacloich (M7774)

Agnes A Ghmor 3rd of The Wellburn (F62623) by MacDougal 3rd of Glengorm (M8700)

Leitidh Dhubh of Ardbhan (F54569) by Maciain Dubh of Killochries (M8895)

Una Ruadh of Gilden Vale (F59465) by Barraiche 2nd of Douneside (M7164)

Dam and Sire of Dam

Eoin Mhor of Miungairigh (M9474)

Molly 6th of Craigowmill (F58939) by Jock of Craigowmill (M8640)

Lynn 2nd of West Merkland (F59091) by Jock 4th of Innisard (M9219)

Baravalla Uasail of Deanbank (F43871) by Fergus of Glengorm (M7947)

Flora 3rd of Tulloch (F40918) by Jock 26th of Leys (M7171)

Alexander of Glengorm (M9790)

Douglas of Roisbheinn (M9167)

Archie of Rigg (M8486)

Cuairtear of Balmoral (M8438)

Bentalla of Glengarnock (M9218)

James Beusach of Shenavllie (M8641)

Hamish Mhor 2nd of Callachally (M9117)

Seumas 5th of Leys (M9529)

MacDougal 3rd of Glengorm (M8700)

Aonghas Dubh of Roisbheinn (M9693)

Black Prince 2nd of Idvies (M9487)

Sire (and Herd Book Year) Number

Owner

Mr M Poland

RS & JM Tilford

C & J Watmore

CC Morgan

Dr H Hoather

Tracey Noy

Sir WJ Lithgow Bt & Son

G & G Robertson

Glasgow City Council

Fold Name

Mottistone

Munlochy

Murray Cooper

Mynydd Du

Oak

Oakwood

Ormsary

Pitgarvie

Pollok

Calum 4th of Pollok (M9089)

Bono Bhuidhe of Ceannacroic (Dunlossit Farming)

Lochlan of Sorne (K Headspeath)

Callum 2nd of Goldenberry (Mr Alan Kennedy)

Victor 7th of Earn P (Mrs H Corrigall)

Theodore of Salt (M9840) (Mr P Stubbs)

Moc of Mynydd Du

Camdan 1st of Culfoich (M10056) (J & M McConachie)

Angus 8th of Dunvegan (MacLeod Estate)

Hector 1st of Munlochy

Bond of Balemartine P (Mr M Armstrong)

Name of Bull and Breeder

Yellow

Black

Red

Black

Brindle

Yellow

Red

Colour

Dougal of Clilburn (M7454)

Bruce Buidhe of Ceannacroic (M9446)

Coinneach of Borland (M9332)

Callum of Cir Mhor

Brogach 1st of Auchtenny (M10121)

Philip 2nd of Auchtenny (M9133)

Orag Mhor 1st of the May (M9510)

Bean Ruadh 3rd of Munlochy (F47916) by Armunn of Munlochy (M7796)

Iona of Ardﬁn (F60336) by Scottie of Kynedor (M9223)

Dam and Sire of Dam

Monica 4th of Pollok (F33861) by Padruaig Ruadh of Douglas (M6914)

Elsa Ruadhe of Ceannacroic (F57392) by Donald Dubh of Kindrochaid (M9166)

Eiliza 5th of Sorne (F55974) by Cailean 2nd of Glengorm (M8989)

Cannach 2nd of West Merkland (F57290) by Gordon of Tordarroch (M9265)

Muilleach 5th of Earn (59057) by Paidhraig of Tordarroch (8935)

Ceat 1st of Salt (F51463) by Fergus of Tordarroch (M8726)

Subhlair Dubh 11th of Bruceﬁeld (F58229) by Domhnull of Oak (M8798)

Noreen of Culfoich (F52970) by Exhibit 2nd of Auch (M8728)

Flora 4th of Torloisk (F40782) by Iain Ruadh 2nd of Coirefuar (M7748)

Donnachadh Ruadh 1st of West Merkland (M9306)

Lachlan 2nd of Auchancraig (M8869)

Aonghas 2nd of Munlochy (M10097)

Seamus of Balemartine (M9997)

Sire (and Herd Book Year) Number

Owner

Glasgow City Council

Mr Harry Dodd

Y White

D Shepherdson

Mr D Cameron

Ms Kate Graham

JK & FG Smith

Mr & Mrs AA McIntyre

Tom & Claire Sample

Fold Name

Pollok

Riverside

Romesdal

Ruston

Severie

Shankend

Shanter

Stair

The Geal Ros

Red

Yellow

Dun

Black

Red

Colour

Fingal of The Horn (Mrs N Farquharson)

Seamus 3rd of Lagg ( G Lawrie)

Ruaridh 2nd of Mottistone (6184)

Aonghas of Craigowmill (Messrs Brown)

Red

Yellow

Red

Valentine of Beinn-Latha-Ur (M9609) (Mr J Lacey) White

Lachlan of Lagg (Mrs C Lawrie)

Romach Rob of Torloisk (Capt Farquharsonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Trust)

Sean of Killochries (Killochries Fold)

Douglas 1st of Frith (Mr A Harrison)

Uallach Odhar of Pollok

Uallach Dubh 5th of Pollock (M2007)

Uallach Ruadh 3rd of Pollok

Name of Bull and Breeder

Mariner 2nd of Glengorm

Angus of Lyntoun (9569)

Ruairidh of Glengarnock (M8313)

Russell of Balure (M9477)

Valentine of Benmore (M7850)

Angus of Lyntoun (M9569)

Eoin Mhor of Beinn-Latha-Ur (M8900)

Sean Ghart of Ormsary (M10125)

Keir 1st of Earn (M9181)

Bracken of Barvrack (M9126)

Seamus 5th of Wellburn (M8657)

Sire (and Herd Book Year) Number

Lili Ann 3rd of the Horn (F54042) by Alastair of Fourmerk (M8241)

Molly 3rd of Lagg ( F49165) by Victor 6th of Earn (M7686)

Sidonia 3rd of Kindrochaid (51961) by Fingal of Callachally (8511)

Una Bhuidhe 2nd of Craigowmill (F46658) by Stepdancer 2nd of Glengorm (M8348)

Finealta of Auchnacraig (F38901) by Coinneach of Pollok (M7457)

Conachair 8th of Lagg (F54495) by Victor 6th of Earn (M7686)

Frangag Donn 7th of Torloisk (F34625) by Caoidhean of Dalriada (M7190)

Seonaidh Ruadh of Killochries (F56131) by Jock of Moncrieffe (M7763)

Bachy 5th of Woodneuk (F51494)

Una Dubh 8th of Pollock (F42934) by Ewan of Leddriegreen (M8067)

Una Dun of Pollok (F54144) by Bracken of Barvrack (M9126)

Dam and Sire of Dam

Owner

Mrs Norma Farquharson

Mrs AC Spawton

LT & AM Perkins

Mr JS Fraser for J & L Fraser & Son

Mrs G Ashdown & Mr AD Edwards

Tordarroch Estates

Fold Name

The Horn

The May

Thistle

Tilbouries

Tirryside

Tordaroch

Moluag of Kilpatrick (Mr J Mackay)

Corneill 4th of Lagg (M2000)

Calum Dubh 2nd of Ceannacroic (Dunlossit Farming)

Tearlach Riabhach of Beinn-Latha-Ur (M9666) Mr JA Lacey

Molach Dubh Prionnsa of Tilbouries (M2009)

Billy of North Lodge (M9711) (Ms W Wild)

Eden 2nd of Sorne (M2005) (Mr K Headspeath Jnr)

Alexander 3rd of Mottistone (Mr M Poland)

Orag Samhach 1st of the May

Orag Mhor 1st of the May (9510)

Robert of the Horn (M9578)

Name of Bull and Breeder

Yellow

Red

Black

Brindle

BLack

Yellow

Red

Yellow

Red

Colour

Moluag of Tinto (M7573)

Victor 6th of Earn (M7686)

Tarbh Dubh 2nd of Druimdearg (M9354)

Eoin Mhor of Miungairigh

Gretchen Dhubh of Tilbouries (F57437) by Dalinlongart Jamie Dubh (M8660)

Banna Phrionnsa 3rd of Scourie (F39465) by Uilleam 2nd of Glenquoich (M7156)

Sorne U S A 27540 Trafalgar Eve (ET) by U S A 24228 Trafalgar Benedict

Joyce 1st of Glengorm (F55850) by Campbell Ruadh of Dalriada (M8974)

Dora Mina 3rd of the May (F54926) by Rory Riabhach 1st of The May (M9031)

Frangag Bhuidhe 10th of Torloisk (F42852) by Iain Ruadh 2nd of Coirefuar (M7748)

Dorta of Tullach Ard (F41846) by Balach Beag of Pennygown (M7740)

Dam and Sire of Dam

Alice 7th of Heatherhills Glenlivet (F57448) by Fergus 1st of Heatherhill Glenlivet (M8474)

Siusaidh 4th of Cailaich (F37698) by Coirneal of Fellbeck (M7590)

Morag 3rd of Kindrochaid (F50183) by Fingal of Callachally (M8511)

Cruinneag Dhubh 2nd of Ardeonaig (F38162) by Tearlach Dubh of Balinoe (M7031)

Tearlach Riabhach of Beinn-Latha-Ur (M9666)

Ben of Kingshowe (M7704)

Albert of St Ingbert (M8026)

Alexander of Glengorm (M9790)

Orag Mhor 1st of the May (M9510)

Muilleach 6th of Millerston (M8132)

MacRobert of Beinn-Latha-Ur (M9110)

Sire (and Herd Book Year) Number

Owner

Mrs H Barker

Alastair Fitzsimon

Roy Tylden-Wright

Mr P Scothern

Dorothy Wain

Mrs SM Hill

W & T Thomson

Fold Name

Torrie

Tregallon

Ubhaidh

Upper GlenďŹ ntaig

Wainsmore

Walton

Woodneuk

Alasdair of Cnoc Ard (M9897) (Mrs S Campbell)

Aonachmor of Cladich (M9839) (Mrs JH Strickland)

Jock 5th of Woodneuk

Alasdair Ruadh of Auchtenny (Mrs V Stacy-Marks)

Ciaran 2nd of Redrullion (Mr R Hyslop)

Coirneal Dealbhach of Shenavallie (Mr D Buchanan)

Torquil 1st of West Merkland (M9439) Mr A Crawford

Ewan of Tregallon

Torr Darach of Crannich (Mr R Sedgwick)

Ceannard of Corntown

Name of Bull and Breeder

Black

Red

Black

Yellow

Red

Colour

Alasdair Ruadh of Cnoc Ard (M9298)

Eoin Mhor 2nd of Torloisk (M9316)

Jock of Moncrieffe (M7763)

Philip Ruadh 2nd of Tullach Ard (M9641)

Ciaran of Redrullion

Amber of Benmore

Torquil of Glenjaan (M8963)

Allan of Glengarnock (M9722)

MacDougal 3rd of Glengorm (M8700)

Stuart of Lyntoun (M9657)

Sire (and Herd Book Year) Number

Beusach of Cnoc Ard (F44718) by Pibroch Dubh of Cnoc Ard (M8259)

Lady Jane of Harviestoun (F49547) by An Fear-Oibre of Glengorm (M8150)

Maila 22nd of Woodneuk (F39912) by Jock 3rd of Woodneuk (M7587)

Aoirig 5th of Heatherhill Glenlivet (F54094) by Fergus 1st of Heatherhills Glenlivet (M8474)

Jean 1st of Redrullion (F49044) by Lord Montagu of Old Greenlaw (M8276)

Baravalla Dileas 23rd of Shenavallie (F46680) by Domhnull of Moncrieffe (M7941)

Lili Ann 3rd of Austie (F48178) by Iain Ruadh of Glen Nevis (M8257)

Sally 3rd of Gallanach (F40805) by Fergus of Auch (M7990)

Morag Frith 5th of the Wellburn (F62619) by MacDougal 3rd of Glengorm (M8700)

Dossan Dubh 1st of Cnoc-na-Sith (F58031) by Alastair Ruadh of Glen Nevis (M8065)

Dam and Sire of Dam

Gisela Klosner

Riika Palonen

Gotsgarten Organic Farm Manus 2nd of Gotsgarten

Gotsgarten Organic Farm Achadh Chuilter of Ormsary (M9932) (Sir William J Lithgow)

Detlef Meier

Herr U Husmann

Augustenhof

Brunnila

Gotsgarten

Hanensoik

Hof Husmann

Red

White

Red

Colour

Jakob of Hof Husmann

Magnus 2nd of Glengarnock (9664) (A & H Kirkpatrick)

Red

Aonghas Ruadh of Achnacloich (Mrs JY Nelson) Red

Yellow

Red

Angus of Tordarroch (M2008) (Tordarroch Estate) Red

Ceannard 4th of Glengorm (Glengorm Estate)

Bratach Bhan of Kilpatrick (Mr J Mackay)

Socrates Vom Wotanstein

Mrs A Wielinga & Mr RB Horst

Anloo

Aurelius of Greenﬁeld (AJK Laing)

Cameron of Greenﬁeld (AJK Laing)

Name of Bull and Breeder

Mrs A Wielinga & Mr RB Horst

Owner

Anloo

OVERSEAS SECTION Anloo

Fold Name

Joker of Hof Husmann (M8948)

Angus Dubh of Invercassley (M7806)

Aonghas of Torloisk (M8980)

Hamish Mhor 2nd of Callachally (M9117)

Manus Vom Eifgental (M10113)

Bentalla of Glengarnock (M9218)

Campbell Ruadh of Dalriada (M8974)

Moluag of Tinto (M7573)

Arthus of Greenﬁeld

Conen of Greenﬁeld

Sire (and Herd Book Year) Number

Aurelia of Hof Husman (F58664) by Oak Vom Eifgental (M9280)

Claggorm 6th of Glengarnock (F52741) by Bentalla of Callachally (M7643)

Banarach Mhor 81st of Achnacloich (F49486) by Ruairidh Ruadh of Inversnaid (M8479)

Eva 19th of Ormsary (F473047) by Kirkibost of Ardbhan (M7737)

Adonia of Hof Husman (F67731) by Oktavioan of Ashdwell (M9055)

Alice 4th of Tordarroch (F55031) by Dalriada of Ballyheather (M7889)

Mairina 4th of Glengorm (35116) by Coinneach of Pollok (7457)

Alice of Kilpatrick (F64763) by Fergus 2nd of Woodneuk (M9639)

Annabell of Greenﬁeld

Zirbe 2nd of Anloo

Dam and Sire of Dam

Dr S Janz

Herr Falko Steinberg

Axel Potthoff

Liisa & Riston Volanen

Nicole & Kurt Hildebrande Struan Jfor de Vauglene

Jiggel

Lehstener Moor

Oberberg

Rekola

Taille Pins

Black

Colour

Red

Donnchadh of Miungairigh (M2010) (Mr AJ MacColl)

Hamish Dubh of Miungairigh (M9613) (Mr AJ MacColl)

Hector Ruadh 3rdof Meggernie (Meggernie Estate)

Dun

Red

Black

Red

Uilleam of Callachally (M2009) (Mr HM MacPhail) White

Lasgaire of Roisbheinn (Mr & Mrs A Blackburn)

Balach Dubh of Clach-na-Gruagach (AA Mackay) Black

Odysso of Hof Hussmann (A & H Kirkpatrick)

Herr U Husmann

Hof Husmann

Name of Bull and Breeder

Owner

Fold Name

Ailis of Hof Husmann (F51729) by Phil of Hof Husmann (M9053)

Dam and Sire of Dam

Struan Garbh 4th of Borland (M2005)

Achadh Chuilter of Ormsary

Heulwen 4th of Borland (F59550) by Donnachadh Ruadh of Achnacloich (M7950)

Clara Beg 3rd of Miungairigh (F57951) by Eoin Mhor of Beinn-Latha-Ur (M8900)

Frangag Banarach 4th of Torloisk (F46932) by Iain Og 2nd of Pennygown (M7744)

Nana-A-Gleann 15th of Meggernie (F54699) by Ninian of Benmeanach (M8723)

Lady 25th of Callachally by Hamish Mhor 2nd of Callachally (M9117)

Sorcha Beg of Roisbheinn (F51975) by Fear Siridh Ruadh of Achnacloich (M8706)

Calum Seoladair Dubh 3rd of Killochries (M9337)

Challenger of Mottistone (M9963)

Ruaraidh of Hyndford (M9377)

Ninian of Benmeanach (M8723)

Uiieam Dubh of Cnoc Na Sith (M9934) Currac Na Cuthaige 4th of Clach Na Gruagach (F58019) by MacCuish of Clach-Na-Gruagach (M8682)

Oktavian of Ashdwell (M9055)

Sire (and Herd Book Year) Number

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Morag 54th of Woodneuk from William and Tom Thomson sold for 2,800gns. Primrose 10th of Knockendon from Ronald and Frances Fergie sold for 3,00gns.

Overall Female Champion, winner of Invernairn Cup and winner of George Bruce Memorial Trophy for best 2 year old heifer Primrose 10th of Knockendon bred by Ronald and Frances Fergie and shown by stockman Angus MacGillivray. By James Beusach of An Sidhean and out of Primrose 2nd of Knockendon this heifer was sold for 3000 gns to Mr I Gunn, Caithness

3rd Neonag 5th of Isle of Bute – R McMillan and Mrs E Lawrence sold for 2600 gns to S & R Hunter, Lanarkshire 4th Furan Gun Diul 12th of Glengorm – Glengorm Estate sold for 4200 gns to Mr S Brown, Wiltshire

Reserve Overall Female Champion and winner of the Bell Ingram Quaich for best 3 year old heifer Milis Dubh 9th of Earn bred by Mrs Heather Corrigall and shown by Donald MacNaughton. By Howard of Earn and out of Milis Dubh 2nd of Earn. Three Year old heifers Section One Class One 1st Morag 54th of Woodneuk – Ferenze Holdings (Woodneuk) Ltd William & Tom Thomson sold for 2800 gns to Douglas Fountain, Lockerbie 2nd Demi Og 2nd of Cladich – Mrs JH Strickland sold for 2400 gns to Mr R Tylden-Wright, Laggan

Furan Gun Diul 12th of Glengorm from Glengorm fold sold for 4,200gns.

Class Two 1st Champion 3 year old and reserve overall champion Milis Dubh 9th of Earn bred by Mrs Heather Corrigall 2nd Furan Magaidh 5th of Glengorm – Glengorm Estate sold for 2800 gns to Mrs JH Strickland, Dalmally

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Class Five 1st Milis 2nd of Earn – Mrs H Corrigall sold for 1200 gns to Mr S Haley, Co Durham 2nd Maci of Earn – Mrs H Corrigall sold for 1300 gns to Mr M MacLean, Inverness-shire 3rd Sguillin Bheag 31st of Benmore - Mrs Emma Paterson 4th Glormhor of Brucefield – Mr Stuart Park sold for 800 gns to Mr David Keys, Kerrera Class Six 1st Rhona 6th of Brucefield – Mr Stuart Park sold for 1200 gns to Mr David Keys, Kerrera 2nd Seonag 1st of Bien Esk – Patricia Smith & Paul Burns sold for 900 gns to Blairlogan Highlanders, Stirling 3rd Iseabal 8th of Glen Nevis – Mr EA Cameron sold for 700 gns to E Warnock, Kilninver c 4th Diorbhal 1st of Cnoc Na Sith – Mr Iain Mackay

Aoirig Lesley of Heatherhills Glenlivet from A W Garrick sold for 2,800gns.

Class Three 1st & Reserve Champion 3 yr old Aoirig Lesley 1st of Heatherhills Glenlivet – Mr AW Garrick for 2800 gns to JL Pignet, France 2nd Neoinean Og 32nd of Woodneuk - – Ferenze Holdings (Woodneuk) Ltd William & Tom Thomson sold for 1800 gns to Mrs D Knipe 3rd June 12th of Hyndford – Mr CA Prentice sold for 2500 gns to Mr I Gunn Caithness 4th Robag 2nd of Isle of Bute – R McMillan & Mrs E Lawrence sold for 1500 gns to J Uhre, Denmark Other Prices Lilian 3rd of Isle of Bute - R McMillan & Mrs E Lawrence sold for 1200 gns to J Uhre, Denmark Lady 4th of Hyndford – Mr CA Prentice sold for 1100 gns to Mr M MacLean, Inverness-shire Two Year Old Heifers Section Two Class Four 1st & Champion two year old and overall champion Primrose 10th of Knockendon – R & F Fergie sold for 3000 gns to Mr I Gunn Caithness 2nd Lily Morag of Ubhaidh – Mr & Mrs JS McKechnie 3rd Ishabel Ruadh of Ceannacroic – Dunlossit (Farming) Ltd for 1400 gns to Mr M MacLean, Inverness-shire 4th Kate 5th of Jedderfield – Caroline Cuthbertson

Class Seven 1st Sheila 2nd of Glen Nevis – Mr EA Cameron 2nd Corrina Sean of Killochries – Killochries Fold sold for 900 gns to Mr Wallace, Mauchline 3rd Hazel 9th of Knockendon – R & Fergie 4th Bean Ruadh 29th of Munlochy – Hugh Sydney Mitchell sold for 600 gns to Mr E Finlay, Islay Other Prices Gemma Dubh of Bien Esk – Patricia Smith & Paul Burns sold for 1100 gns to Mr H Porter, Islay Dileas 6th of Cnoc Na Sith – Mr Iain Mackay sold for 700 gns to JL Pignet, France Cuailean 117th of Achnacloich – TL Nelson 1992 Trust sold for 700 gns to J Fraser, Aberdeenshire Hazel 8th of Knockendon – R & F Fergie sold for 700 gns to Mr E Finlay, Islay Malda 4th of Knockendon – R & F Fergie sold for 700 gns to Mr D MacNaughton, Fife Helen Ruadh 7th of Knockendon – R & F Fergie sold for 600 gns to Mr E Finlay, Islay Yearling Heifers Section Three Class Eight 1st Champion yearling and winner of Braes of Greenock Challenge Bowl Rachel Buidhe of Ceannacroic – Dunlossit (Farming) Ltd sold for 2000 gns to Mr D MacNaughton, Fife 2nd & reserve champion yearling June 14th of Hyndford – Mr CA Prentice 3rd Dosan Og 89th of Achnacloich – TL Nelson 1992 Trust sold for 1000 gns to Tordarroch Estate, Inverness 4th Alice Bheag of Benmore – Mrs Emma Paterson

Class Nine 1st Aoibhe Kimberly Dubh of Kintore Castle – J & J Singer 2nd Hayley 6th of Earn – Mrs H Corrigall sold for 1000 gns to Mr H Hoof, Germany 3rd Mona Heather 1st of Heatherhills Glenlivet –Mr AW Garrick sold for 600 gns to Mr D Murchie, Arran 4th Lesley Claire 1st of Heatherhills Glenlivet – Mr AW Garrick sold for 600 gns to Mr D Murchie, Arran Other Prices Sara Dubh of Bien Esk – Patricia Smith & Paul Burns sold for 1000 gns to S Haley, Co Durham Katline 7th of Earn – Mrs H Corrigall sold for 600 gns to Mr D Buchanan, Oban Frannag 1st of Friarton – Miss Jill Davis sold for 380 gns to Mr J Fraser, Aberdeenshire Dorta 2nd of Friarton – Miss Jill Davis sold for 350 gns to Mr Douglas Fountain, Lockerbie Lady White 3rd of Gray Brae – Douglas & Hilary Crane sold for 320 gns to Mr J Fraser, Aberdeenshire Mairead Dun of Glenmassan – Glenmassan Estate sold for 300 gns to Mr S Haley, Co Durham Heifer Calves Section Four Class Ten 1st Champion Heifer Calf and winner of the Myrecairnie Perpetual Trophy – Frangag Dubh of Cladich – Mrs JH Strickland sold for 2400 gns to Ian Adams, Aberdeen 2nd & Reserve Champion Flora of Ubhaidh – Roy Tylden-Wright sold for 1000 gns to S Brown, Wiltshire 3rd Gheilder Dubh of Cladich – Mrs JH Strickland sold for 1100 gns to Mr H Irvine, Fife 4th Holly of Ubhaidh – Roy Tylden- Wright Class Eleven 1st Proiseag 6th of Stair – Mr & Mrs AA McIntyre & Family sold for 850 gns to Mrs Middleton, Fettercairn 2nd Barabel Beurrach 4th of Glengorm – Glengorm Estate sold for 600 gns to Mr I Gunn Caithness 3rd Rainaild Dubh of Ardoran – Ardoran Marine sold for 800 gns to Balnafettach Estate, Morayshire 4th Heather 2nd of Ardoran – Ardoran Marine sold for 550 gns to A Feuerstein, Austria

Other Prices Molly Ruadh of Cladich – Mrs JH Strickland sold for 800 gns to S & T Adams, Aberdeen Capleadh Buidhe Beg 3rd of Cladich – Mrs JH Strickland sold for 650 gns to A Feuerstein, Austria Deoraidh Ialach 4th of Cladich – Mrs JH Strickland sold for 550 gns to Mr H Mitchell, Dingwall Kirsty Alba of Ubhaidh – Roy Tylden- Wright sold for 520 gns to D Dempster, Oban Morag 5th of Stair - Mr & Mrs AA McIntyre & Family sold for 520 gns to Mr G Hughes, North Wales Alma Grianach Og of Cladich – Mrs JH Strickland sold for 500 gns to A Feuerstein, Austria Ialuinn of Ardentraive – Mr David Keys sold for 500 gns to Mr B Cockburn, Yorkshire Princess Virginia of Cladich – Mrs JH Strickland sold for 450 gns to A Feuerstein, Austria Iona 1st of Stair - Mr & Mrs AA McIntyre & Family sold for 400 gns to Veronica Thomson, Aberdeenshire Caitin 2nd of Stair - Mr & Mrs AA McIntyre & Family sold for 400 gns to Mr B Cockburn, Yorkshire Morag 4th of Stair - Mr & Mrs AA McIntyre & Family sold for 400 gns to Mr B Cockburn Surdail Odhar of Ardoran – Ardoran Marine sold for 300 gns to A Feuerstein, Austria Senior Heifer Section Six Class 12 1st Dorta Dubh of Friarton – Miss Jill Davis sold for 2300 gns to Mr J Fraser, Aberdeeshire Males Senior Bull & Champion Male Gregor of Gray Brae – Douglas & Hilary Crane Two Year Old Bull Balch Dun of Clach Na Gruagach – Mr AA Smith Yearling Bull, Reserve Male and winner of Thursden Plate 1st Mac Dubh of Kintore – J & J Singer sold for 1000 gns to Mrs D Knipe, Cumbria 2nd Ted of Hume Hall – Mr Ian O Stewart Bull Calf 1st & Winner of Neil Jackson Trophy Bentalla of Dunach – Lord Denham sold for 300 gns to Tordarroch Estate, Inverness 2nd Bertie of Dunach – Lord Denham sold for 350 gns to JL Pignet, France 3rd Gilleasbuig of Ardentraive – Mr David Keys

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Unhaltered Section Peigi Dubh of Ardoran – Ardoran Marine sold for 550 gns to A Feuerstein, Austria Caileag Dubh of Ardoran – Ardoran Marine sold for 450 gns to A Feuerstein,Austria Young Handlers

Winner of Roy Cruickshank Goblet for stockperson bringing out champion animal Mr Angus MacColl Reserve Male Champion and winner of the Caledonian Marts (Stirling) Trophy and Senior Bull Allt Ruadh of Crannich by Ruairidh of Hyndford and out of Agnes A’Ghmor 3rd of the Wellburn from Mr A Fitszimon and bred by Mr Robin Sedgwick sold to C Cuthbertson, Peebles for 2000 gns Section One Senior Bull Class One 1st Champion senior, reserve overall champion and winner of the Caledonian Marts (Stirling) Trophy Allt Ruadh of Crannich from Mr A Fitzsimon sold to C Cuthbertson, Peebles for 2000 gns 2nd Balach Dun of Clach Na Gruagach from Mr AA Smith

Champion young handler Sandy Keys with his calf Archie.

Sales Averages Three Year old heifers Two Year old heifers Yearling Heifers Heifer Calfs

£2269 £1083 £793 £752

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Section Two Two Year Old Class Two 1st & reserve champion two year old -Nelson of Knockendon from R & F Fergie sold to Mr J Ayres, Thetford, Norfolk for 2400 gns 2nd Uallach Dubh of Cloan from Mr RW Haldane MBE sold to Sir James Paice, Ely, Cambridgeshire for 2000 gns 3rd Callum 7th of Goldenberry from Mr Alan Kennedy 4th Angus 1st of Walton from Mrs Suzanne Hill

Eoin Ruadh 2nd of Glengorm sold for 5000gns.

Male Champion, Winner of the Craig Sellar Trophy and winner of W Pearson Brown Memorial Trophy for the best two year old bull. Eoin Ruadh 2nd of Glengorm by Eoin Mhor of Miungairigh and out of Ailsa 1st of Glengorm, from Glengorm sold to Strathmore Farming Company, Glamis, Forfar for 5000 gns

Jacob 2nd of Benomre sold to Mr J McConachie for 3800gns.

Class Three 1st Julian 3rd of Walton from Mrs Suzanne Hill 2nd Jacob 2nd of Benmore from Mrs Emma Paterson sold to Mr J McConachie, Grantown on Spey for 3800 gns

3rd Ewan Ruadh of Callachally from Mr Hugh MacPhail 4th Scott 2nd of Miungairigh from Mr AJ MacColl Class Four 1st Overall Male Champion, Winner of the Craig Sellar Trophy & Winner of W Pearson Brown Eoin Ruadh 2nd of Glengorm from Glengorm sold to Strathmore Farming Company, Glamis, Forfar for 5000 gns 2nd Callum of Inveralton from Andrew Clotworthy sold to Falko Steinberg, Germany for 3600 gns 3rd Connor 2nd of Lagg from Mrs Connie Lawrie per 4th Daibhidh of Ardura from Ardura Estate sold to Mr AA Smith, Isle of Mull for 3400 gns

Aged Bulls Section Four Class Six 1st Uallach Dubh 6th of Pollok from Mr RW Haldane MBE sold to Mr J Singer, Kincardine for 2000 gns 2nd Angus Dubh of Savalmhor from R & S Strachan sold to Mr H Irvine, Craigluscar, Dunfermline for 6900 gns 3rd Victor 3rd of Earn from Mrs H Corrigall sold Mr D MacNaughton, Kelty for 2000 gns 4th Uther Dubh Chanaidh of Headland from Sally & Stephen Leighton 5th Ciaran of Redrullion from J & J Singer sold to Mr J Smith, Lochgilphead for 800 gns

Other Prices Callum of Corntown from Mr Ron MacLean sold to Ardoran Marine for 2400 gns Scott 2nd of Miungairigh from Mr AJ MacColl sold to Mr A Aitchison, West Linton for 1400 gns Donnchadh 2nd of Miungairigh from Mr AJ MacColl sold to WGC Farming Inverness for 1400 gns Yearling Bulls Section Three Class Five 1st & Winner of Douneside Challenge Trophy - Troy Dubh of Ceannacroic from Dunlossit (Farming) Ltd sold to Germany for 500 gns 2nd Seamus Brogach of Balemartine from Mark Armstrong sold to J Fraser Tilbouries for 320 gns

Susan 13th of Ormsary sold for 6000gns.

Females Female Champion, Senior Heifer Champion and winner of DM Stewart Memorial Trophy Susan 13th of Ormsary by Oskar of Hyndford out of Susan 5th of Ormsary from Sir William Lithgow, Bt & Son (Ormsary) and sold to Highland Wagyu, Blackford for 6000 gns Winner of the Angus W MacGillivray Memorial Quaich for stockman bringing out the Female Champion – Alan Bosomworth

Top price animal – Angus Dubh of Savalmhor sold for 6900gns to H Irvine, Craigluscar.

Reserve Female Champion Diorbhail 2nd of Knockendon by James Beusach of An Sidhean and out of Diorbhail of Oliver from R & F Fergie sold to Mr K Brown, Craigowmill, Kinross for 3000 gns

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4th Albanach Suirdail 5th of Glenkinglass from Mr RD Schuster Class 10 1st Champion three year old & reserve overall champion Diorbhail 2nd of Knockendon from R & F Fergie sold to Mr K Brown, Craigowmill, Kinross for 3000 gns 2nd Dossan Ruadh of Glengoyne from Mr E Mackay 3rd Peigi Molach 20th of Ashmore from Ashmore & Strone Estate 4th Crystal 4th of Bien Esk from Patricia Smith & Paul Burns Susan 14th of Ormsary sold to Highland Wagyu, Blackford for 2400gns.

Section Five Class Seven 1st Female Champion & senior heifer champion and winner of DM Stewart Memorial Trophy - Susan 13th of Ormsary from Sir William Lithgow, Bt & Son (Ormsary)to Highland Wagyu for 6000 gns. 2nd Susan 14th of Ormsary from Sir William Lithgow, Bt & Son (Ormsary)sold to Highland Wagyu, Blackford for 2400 gns 3rd Lady 45th of Callachally from Mr HM MacPhail sold to to Highland Wagyu, Blackford for 1200 gns 4th Heather 8th of Tordarroch from Tordarroch Estates sold to Mr Thomson Maud for 1800 gns Class Eight 1st & reserve Senior champion – Ellit 2nd of Pennygown from Mr DJ MacGillivray sold to Highland Wagyu for 2400 gns. 2nd Neoinean Loachag 4th of Glenkinglass from Mr RD Schuster 3rd Corrinna 4th of Killochries from Killochries Fold 4th Auchnacraig Dhubh 5th of Borland from Mr K Howman Section 6 Three year old heifers Class 9 1st & Reserve three year old champion Fiosaiche of Glengarnock from A & H Kirkpatrick sold to A Clotworthy, KIlmaurs, Ayrshire for 1000 gns 2nd Una 2nd of Merkland from Mr & Mrs JS McKechnie sold to M Koch Germany for 1000 gns 3rd Lizzie 8th of Knockendon from R & F Fergie

Class 11 1st Milly 11th of Benmeanach from Mr A Fitzsimon 2nd Hazel 9th of Knockendon from R & F Fergie sold to Taylor for 700 gns 3rd Bhoidheach of Stair from Mr & Mrs AA McIntyre Other Prices Mairi Bhuidhe 4th of Drimnin from DC Lewis sold to MacLean for 500 gns Two Year Old Section 7 Class 12 1st Champion two year old Ellit Dhubh Vallay 1st of Walton from Mrs Suzanne Hill 2nd Cuailean 119th of Achnacloich from TL Nelson 1992 Trust sold to J Fraser Tilbouries for 450 gns 3rd Seonaid Bhuidhe 4th Ashmore from Ashmore & Strone Estate Ltd 4th Maisie Ruadh of Ceannacroic from Dunlossit Estate Class 13 1st & Reserve Champion Jarc Ola Odhar Eilean of Killochries from Killochries Fold 2nd Aimee Ruadh of Drimnin from DC Lewis 3rd Effie 4th of Bien Esk from Patricia Smith & Paul Burns 4th April Ruadh 6th of Glengarnock from A & H Kirkpatrick Yearling Heifers Section 8 Class 14 1st Champion yearling and winner of YW Mok Trophy – Cassie Buidhe 4th of Cladich from Mrs JH Strickland

2nd Reserve Champion yearling – Claggorm 35th of Glengarnock from A & H Kirkpatrick sold to Koch, Germany 3rd Hannah Dubh of Ceannacroic from Dunlossit (Farming) ltd 4th Aimee Ruadh 2nd of Drimnin from DC Lewis sold to Angus MacGillivray, Dalmally Class 15 1st Iolair Ial 8th of Glengkinglass from Mr RD Schuster 2nd Kirsty Alba of Ubhaidh from Donald, Mhairi & Robert Dempster 3rd Lucy 10th of Benmeanach from Mrs A Taylor sold to Mr J Fraser, Tilbouries for 250 gns 4th Cuailean 121st of Achnacloich from TL Nelson 1992 Trust sold to Germany for 360 gns Class 16 1st Albanach Surdail 7th of Glenkinglass from Mr RD Schuster 2nd Muilleach 6th of Gray Brae from Douglas & Hilary Crane sold to G Spawton, Lampeter for 500 gns 3rd Lady White of Gray Brae from Douglas & Hilary Crane 4th Nighean Sean 2nd of Killochries from Killochries Fold Class 17 1st Fraoch 1st of Gartocharn from Mr & Mrs JS McKechnie 2nd Eilidh 2nd of Edgerston from Edgerston Trading (2006) Ltd sold to Thomson for 400 gns 3rd Claggorm 38th of Glengarnock from A & H Kirkpatrick 4th Heather 2nd of Edgerston from Edgerston Trading (2006) Ltd sold to Campbell for 480 gns Other Prices Proiseag Dubh 23rd of Achnacloich from TL Nelson 1992 Trust sold to G Bedurftig , Germany sold for 520 gns Malda 114th of Achnacloich from TL Nelson 1992 Trust sold to M Ruse Germany sold for 420 gns Heather of Ardoran from Ardoran Marine sold to G Spawton, Lampeter for 420 gns Flora 1st of Edgerston from Edgerston Trading (2006) Ltd sold to M Ruse, Germany for 380 gns Princess Sobhrach 2nd of Achnacloich from TL Nelson 1992 Trust sold to M Ruse for 360 gns

Solas Fiona of Beinn Latha Ur from J & J Singer sold to G Spawton, Lampeter for 350 gns MIlly 13th of Benmeanach from Mrs A Taylor sold to M Ruse, Germany for 340 gns Proiseag Ruadh of Balemartine from Mark Armstrong sold to E Campbell for 340 gns Amelia 1st of Culloden from the Culloden Fold sold to JW Murdoch, Castle Douglas for 320 gns Kylie of Achadunan from Anastasia Delap sold to M Ruse, Germany for 300 gns Stuamaig 7th of Benmeanach from Mrs A Taylor sold to J Fraser for 300 gns Morag of Balemartine from Mark Armstrong sold to JW Murdoch for 280 gns Megan of Benmeanach from Mrs A Taylor sold to Manfred Ruse, Germany for 260 gns Beusach Dubh 2nd of Ardoran from Ardoran Marine sold to M Ruse, Germany for 240 gns Surdail Odhar of Ardoran from Ardoran Marine sold to A Garrick for 220 gns Cows 1st Malda 3rd of Knockendon from Mr & Mrs Simon Haley sold to W Bange, Germany for 1700 gns 2nd Caorach of Southmuir from Sally & Stephen Leighton 3rd Lizzie of Kynedor from Sally & Stephen Leighton Best Pair of Females 1st & Winner of Maclean of Duart Perpetual Trophy R & F Fergie, Knockendon Fold 2nd Mr RD Schuster – Glenkinglass 3rd Sir WM Lithgow 4th Edgerston Trading Young Handlers 1st and winner of Woodneuk Trophy Dexter Logan 2nd Ruaraidh MacKinnon 3rd Robert Dempster 4th Murn Cameron 5th Jade Brown 6th Ross Shaw Averages Two year old bulls – 2889 gns Aged Bulls – 2925 gns Senior Heifers – 3000 gns Three year old heifers – 1240 gns Yearling Heifers – 375 gns

9 forward 4 forward 4 forward 5 forward 22 forward

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2nd Caorach of Southmuir from Steve & Sally Leighton 3rd Lady Mina 2nd of Cim from Mrs S Hill sold to IH Walker, Newcastle, Staffordshire for 900 gns Three Year Old Heifer 1st Una Ruadh 45th of Pollok from Mrs S Hill sold to Mrs PM Kennaway, Wrexham for 1000 gns

Overall Champion & Male Champion - Uther Dhubh Chanaidh of Headland from Steve & Sally Leighton sold to Mr MR Westcott, MInehead, Somerset for 1700 gns

Bulls 1st 201 Uther Dhubh Chanaidh of Headland from Steve & Sally Leighton sold to Mr MR Westcott, MInehead, Somerset for 1700 gns 2nd Julian 3rd of Walton from Mrs S Hill sold to D Wood, Ulverston, Cumbria for 2200 gns 3rd Angus 1st of Walton from Mrs S Hill sold to DM Thorp, Bakewell for 950 gns

Two Year Old Heifer 1st & Reserve Female - Urshula 36th of Walton from Mrs S Hill sold to P Edwards, Melbourne, Derbyshire for 850 gns 2nd Dhubh Raineach Chanaidh of Headland from Steve & Sally Leighton 3rd Skye 2nd of Loch Voil App B from L & L Braines sold to Wessex Lowline, Blandford Forum, Dorset for 600 gns Yearling Heifer 1st Lady Mina 1st of Walton from Mrs S Hill sold to C Kilinger, Snetterton, Norwich for 700 gns 2nd Urshula 37th of Walton from Mrs S Hill sold to P Edwards, Melbourne, Derbyshire for 600 gns 3rd Margaret Fay Shaw from Mrs S Hill sold to JM Ayre, Thetford, Norfolk for 600 gns Full report at: www.highlandcattlesocieyt.com Judges report

Reserve Male Champion - Julian 3rd of Walton from Mrs S Hill sold to D Wood, Ulverston, Cumbria for 2200 gns

Yearling Bull 1st Gruagach Riabhach of Kelby from TP Radford 2nd Conan of Yscirfawr from Mrs Beverley Evans sold to R Wain, Matlock, Derbyshire for 950 gns 3rd Ruadh Blizzard of Melkett from Mr & Mrs P Kettle Cows 1st & Female Champion - Gealbhan 4th of Cim from Mrs S Hill sold to IH Walker, Newcastle, Staffordshire for 800 gns

I would like to say it was an honour and a privilege to be asked to judge the Chelford Spring Show and Sale, the quality of the stock was better than I was expecting and apart from a couple of yearling bulls which shouldn’t have been left as bulls, the quality was of a good standard. The supreme champion bull from Steve and Sally Leighton was a big strong bull and had good locomotion. I was pleased he had been put forward and passed the bull assessment scheme. The reserve bull again was of a good standard from Arthur and Suzanne Hill and I was glad to see they both found new homes. The champion female was a strong framed quality cow suckling a bull calf from the Hills . If she had a heifer calf at foot I feel she would have made a four figure sum. The reserve female which was a 2yr old was a big stretchy heifer that should turn into a good modern cow. I would like to thank the North of England Highland Cattle and Gywn Williams from Chelford Market for making myself, Rosie and Laura most welcome on the day. Stephen Hunter

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Highland Cattle American Style Success beyond the homeland Like all the rest of Highland cattlemen from abroad, I from a young age, dreamed of the romantic fairytale land of Scotland and the windblown Highland cattle that thrived there. Nearly two years ago by the time this year’s Journal is published I was able to embark on what would be my most treasured adventure to the fabled mother land. I landed in Glasgow, on July the 4th, the American Independence Day, arriving true to form; relatively penniless especially when considering the exchange rate and length of the intended stay, and entirely without a plan. My trip would last better than three months exposing me to many unparalleled learning experiences, magnificent cattle, insightful breeders, dare I say epic scenery and a few great friends. From my experience, although relatively brief it was, I gained a profound appreciation for the many differences, and likewise, many similarities pertaining to Highland cattle and agriculture in general between the U.S. and the U.K. The fifty shades of green, the many distinct livestock breeds and the sheer densities of them that are easily seen throughout the United Kingdom were unlike anything I have known to ever exist here in North America. Having helped dip Blackies in Perthshire and fervently watching on as the collies worked them back out to the steeply graded heather covered hill, catching three large golden Pollok from the turquoise water off the rocks of Cailaich Point, and seeing with my own eyes Highland cattle freely swimming in the sea as the sun set on sailboats on the horizon I gained a an immense appreciation for the land that is the home of the Highland breed. After assessing what I knew to be among some of the finest Highland folds in the world I would say that in my personal judgment, when considering the representative highland cattle of both counties, without hesitation and despite my own pride, the quality of the average Highlander in the U.K. does indeed surpass that of the average North American beast. However, (and of course there has to be a however after that last remark before anyone’s ego gets too carried away!) I would also comment that when comparing one location to the other, considering the very best stock of each, neither would I assess as being better or worse than that of the other’s. In other words, our best is as good as your best and vice versa.

Homebred 20 month old female being shown at the National Stock Show, Denver, Colorado.

None the less, despite the innumerable experiences that were above and beyond my personal satisfaction, I could not help but discern fleeting yet unmistakable glimpses of a certain sizeable, and plaguing detriment that is similarly afflicting the health of the Highland breed in the U.K and in North America as well. The sustainability of Highlands as a viable breed of functional beef cattle is not supported by the current state of the breed association’s membership; there exists a grossly disproportionate infrastructure that continues to inhibit the advancement and expansion of Highland breed worldwide. “The Highland breed suffers from too many enthusiasts and far too few practical breeders.” (A. Buchanan, 1961) re-published in Una Cochrane’s A Keen Eye originally published in The Highland Breeders Journal, 1961 Evidenced in part by the prices attainted at prestigious, national level public sales of registered Highland cattle throughout the world, the prices consistently yielded by most other purebred beef breed at like or lesser venues, is noticeably and often strikingly higher. This is evidenced likewise when a group of Highland feeder steers (young bullocks) sells at the local stock yards (mart) and it quickly becomes clear that something is amiss. As for the underlying issue, I do not believe the blame lies within the breed. Never having considered myself a particularly staunch patriot of any kind prior, I did return home for a new appreciation not only for the right side of the road but also for the American Highland Cattle Association and the strides they have and continue

to make toward breed growth and prosperity by solidifying the Highland breeds rightful place among the marketplace of the beef cattle industry. Found throughout the U.S over a vast expanse of often extreme environments Highland cattle are raised and out wintered in vastly different locations, some exceeding 6000 feet above sea level within the American Rockies, where winter temperatures commonly plummet to colder than - 30 degrees C during winter months. Conversely, Highlands are found on the scrub lands of the American southwest where summer temperatures frequently are better than 37 degrees C, or the areas of the high desert plains where sparse grazing limits stocking rate to that of one cow per 50 acres, requiring animals be highly mobile and self-sufficient. The fact that these cattle roam freely with little in the way of assistance of any kind through ranges of tens of thousands contiguous acres is an extreme testament to the adept ability of Highland cattle to thrive and adapt to a wide variety of less than ideal conditions.

“Highlander”, out of a Gille Buidhe of Benmore grandson (Weatherhill Charles) and a Maine Anjou x Angus female. This is a 50% highland composite bull currently at stud and being used in commercial circles selling over 20,000 units in his first season on the market.

The bad news Yet regardless of the many practical applications found of Highland cattle in North America, breed continues to struggle to positively change the perceptions of mainstream beef producers in a country where commercial cattlemen, perhaps likewise in Scotland, remain some of the hardest headed, foolhardy creatures to roam the earth and where black hided, polled cattle reign supreme. I believe that the vast majority, say 85 percent, of those raising and registering Highland cattle in the U.S. and Canada are small holders with fewer

111 than ten breeding animals. These consist mainly of varying degrees of middle class retirees who have chosen Highland cattle, thanks in large to their distinct and majestic appearance,( for which we all have an affinity) as a means to return to their once agricultural roots as they peacefully live out their golden years. Now again, please bear with me as my opinions may get the better of me here, but from my experience here in North America and much more briefly in the UK I would say there are only but a very small handful of farms that have continuously raised Highland cattle for more than 20 years with maybe 10 years or so being the average. Of these very few long standing farms they seem to fall into to two distinct categories; either A) (observed nearly entirely within the UK,) are extremely wealthy owners of sprawling estates in a land steeped with roots in the tradition of Highland cattle and, god bless them, not much worry to be given to the long term economics or labor inputs related to their cattle breed of choice, or on the other hand group B) being those farms that have continued to thrive due to the efficient production and marketing of Highland or Highland composite beef as well as secondary/ side-line sale of Highland breeding stock. Besides these far too few strongholds, the majority of our breed and our pool of breeders are in a constant cycle of starting over when the once enthusiastic new breeder of ten years ago has lost interest due to the financial limitations currently surrounding the Highland breed or the previously mentioned retiree who took up Highlands as a hobby later in life has grown too feeble to keep up with the cows. With the loss of the afore mentioned breeders, so goes all constructive progress they may have made (and then again maybe just as likely they’re still toiling away with the same bad-uddered, cripple- legged, “beautiful” beasties and their progeny and the same poorly muscled, poorly made, perhaps cosmetically appealing bull, they started with because making money wasn’t ever a consideration as this was just a hobby and they love THEIR cows!!) and the cycle has started again with few people being able to or even attempting to achieve a financial break even or profit derived from their cattle. We like to say the young people are the future of highland cattle and we wonder how we can get more involved but unfortunately I know of very few young people under age of 40, that could afford to, or for that matter would care to, feed a herd of 600 kilo no profit pets no matter how beautiful! Failure to select breeding cattle with production traits as a priority limits the Highland breeds’ ability to thrive

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112 and expand. (Just in case any of my favorite American retirees ever happen to read this don’t get me wrong! Sincerely I am thankful for your dedication to Highland cattle. The breed would not exist in the numbers or quality it does today without your efforts ;) The good news Among those dedicated to the responsible maintenance of Highland cattle as a viable registered beef breed valuable not only as pets or aesthetically pleasing pasture ornaments- BEEF- is the number one word and the primary determining factor behind all things Highland. The expansion of the Highland as a working beef breed relies on the breeders ability to continually produce animals that meaningfully contribute to the production of beef. To accomplish this, those breeders must fill an economically desirable niche within some facet of the beef industry and only by doing so will the breed’s purposeful presence within agriculture be solidified. Only through the production of beef, in whatever special niche, will highland cattle ever be positioned for true expansion, with increasing acceptance and prevalence of Highland cattle being used, sought after and propagated throughout the world. This is integral to ensure the future of the Highland breed for many generations to come.

The 2013 Midwest region AHCA Juniors Cow Camp.

Education Of utmost importance to the AHCA is the educational and extracurricular efforts being made in order to ensure the success of our many newer breeders as well as providing opportunities in which new and old breeders alike can learn and unite. The Bagpipe, our quarterly publication is an attractive membership benefit chock full of the latest Highland cattle news as well as several articles composed by both breeders and professionals alike ranging from grazing schemes, forage production, herd health and herd management issues. Also, a point of great pride and importance in

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reference to education is our increasingly flourishing junior member association which provides Highland cattle youth several opportunities to connect with each other and Highland cattle. These junior venues include regionally and national based Jr. “Cow Camps”, Junior shows, the Jr heifer program in which annually young applicants have the opportunity to win a donated heifer, and lastly, a fun and educational Jr. schedule of events each year at the AHCA National convention and the National Show and Sale. Cattle performance by the numbers Multiple efforts have also been made by the AHCA to collect and utilize data pertaining to the production attributes of Highland cattle. Annual calving worksheets are dispersed and collected on an annual basis and continue to provide an excellent resource for examining several aspects of productivity such as: birth weights, weaning weights, yearling weights, docility scores, calving ease scores, udder scores(cow at parturition), and body condition score(cow at weaning). ) This information can be useful for comparisons within a single herd or in multiple herds. In addition to performance records is the AHCA Elite Impact sire and dam program which rewards productivity in the individual animal: by recognizing, for example, dams that have calved for the first time by the age of 3 years and four months (1220 days) and that have had at least four consecutive calves within a 380 day calving interval. Yet another statistical resource available is derived from the AHCA National show and sale where both sexes of all ages are weighed and all bulls over the age of 12 months are measured for scrotal circumference, and are examined by ultrasound for rib eye area, intramuscular fat, and back fat. This collection of data has proven to be an increasingly useful tool aiding not only to the management of our own personal herds but also as an excellent marketing platform particularly to showcase the advantages of Highland bulls in an increasing number of crossbreeding programs. Those who are seeking Highland sires do so for multiple commercial purposes including calving ease for first calf commercial heifers, to increase efficiency by moderating the frame size of the commercial cow, and to increase traits such as ribeye size, hardiness, and maternal abilities within commercial herds. In the Ring The theme of beef being king in the U.S. seed stock sector is clearly visible in all beef breed cattle related ideals and activities. One primary exhibit of this is demonstrated via the show ring. Classes

that are uniformly structured throughout all AHCA sanctioned shows with multiple standardized age break divisions stress the importance of adequate levels of growth and performance per day of age; animals are strategically bred, fed, groomed and presented so as to express the animals functionality, whether as efficient beef production on the hoof or in the breeding herd. All official judging of livestock classes of any kind is typically performed by a University trained and accredited judge hired by the shows’ committee chairs. These judges, although they may not be directly acquainted with Highland cattle, without bias, and with a large degree of consistency among them, offer their viewpoint on the cattle presented before them by collectively assessing and prioritizing the cattle by many traits. Judging points include skeletal structure (angle/ flexibility of joints, substance of bone, length of spine, shape and placement of foot etc.), growth, muscling, capacity, sexual characteristics and balance; all those traits viewed by the beef industry as equated to profitability. As a general rule, animals in the ring may be docked significantly for being exhibited either in too light or too heavy of condition with the athletic, fit, and defined being considered the ideal. Regardless of whether the particular group of animals being judged under said format is intended to be utilized directly as beef or in the production of future generations of beef producing cattle, the selection process is uniform. Upon placing a class the judge is then required to give a brief yet thorough and professional oral set of reasons that explain the individual animals respective placement within it class. This last is perhaps, what I feel, one of the most valuable tools that can and should be utilized by Highland breeders everywhere. Listening to oral reasons is especially helpful to our newer, novice breeders, but its usefulness is certainly not limited to them. Purebred breeders, crossbred commercial breeders and beef finishers alike are given the opportunity to learn from the judge’s comments, and hopefully come away with an understanding of the increasingly well aligned and practical set of goals necessary to raise and produce beef. The AHCA National Show and Sale, the US premier Highland show that in recent years has ranged from approximately 130-240 head; is held in the mile high city of Denver Colorado in conjunction with the National Western Stock Show. The NWSS attracts over 640,000 spectators, 15,000 livestock entries, with breeds and species of livestock rotating in and out during the 16 day show and is one of the largest livestock expositions in North America. Many

113 committed owners hook up truck and trailer annually with some traveling distances as large as nearly 2000 miles, (about 30 hours) with minds fixed on the big event. The sale at the NWSS, being one of the few public sales of pedigree Highland cattle in the States, is relatively small, usually selling only about forty head, but a quality venue none-the-less whose average prices have slowly but steadily been trending in an ever positive direction. This year’s average price was $3,525 for heifers and for $3,489 bulls ,in addition to a small array of semen and embryo lots, values which I felt were particularly good considering that none of the high profile 2014 NWSS show champions had opted to participate in the sale this year. AHCA sanctioned shows all require that no animals (except in the case of the cow/calf classes) are permitted to show past the age of 36 months and that all heifers over the age of 28 months that participate in the year end national show are required to be inspected by a veterinarian as being safe in calf (although there is an exception for heifers enrolled in an embryo transfer program.) By requiring 2 year old heifers to be confirmed in calf, the AHCA aligns the Highland breed along more commercial lines, with the efficient production of beef trumping the inflation of our egos and the all-important ribbon. In conclusion, we do many things differently in the US, and even if our average Highland isn’t quite as good as your average Highland, we continually strive to raise our own bar. However, there are a number of things we do very, very well, that allow our breed association, our breeders and our top animals to compete toe to toe with you and yours. I would like to remind to the Highland Cattle Society of the U.K. that you are, and always will be, a role model and primary source of inspiration to Highland cattle breeders and their corresponding breed associations around the world and I urge you, and all, continue to actively and individually serve your breed well with a mind to the future and your heart in the past. I would like to take this opportunity to express my most sincere offerings of gratitude to the many Highland breed affiliates who made my trip and all that it was possible, opening your doors, your farms, and your homes to me and affording me the memories I will always hold dear and never forget. Special thanks to: Iain & Trisha McKay, John & Jill Redpath, Robert & Wendy Phillips, Jon & Queenie Strickland, Peter Sinclair, Rosey Stevenson, Imogen Maxwell, and specifically Hazel Baxter who due to an apparent temporary lapse, in what is normally superb judgment, asked me to write this article. By Skylar Anderson

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Let’s Go West - Spring Market 2014 Perfectly prepared by Christian Kolb, our ‘local man’ and his team, the 7th Spring Market took place at the marvellous facility of the medieval Abbey Graefenthal in Goch, in the very western part of Germany. The show was hosted by Uwe Gebel, chairman of the western section of the German Highland Cattle Society (VDHC), and his team.

The breeders’ meeting in the ancient cloister vault was introduced by Dr. Dissen, chairman of the Beef Cattle Society, with his well-attended report about “News from Breeding” and followed by a hot and cold dinner and a convivial evening. Also culture didn’t come short as along the walls of the long table Mrs Hilary Barker, who came all the way from Scotland, presented a selection of her paintings. According to the motto ‘art in the abbey” she offered for sale even more of her artwork on Sunday in the tavern.

Male champion “Callum of Greenfield”, yearling, breeder and owner Gerold Lintelmann.

Summerly temperatures with lots of sunshine on delivery of the 56 cattle on Saturday afternoon provided a fantastic atmosphere. Accommodation of the cattle took place in an ample and airy shed and next door the breeders could get cold and warm drinks, home-made cake and Highland Cattle sausages in the tavern.

Female champion “Amidala vom Weetfeld”, two years old, breeder and owner Uwe Gebel, Archie and Jochen Born.

Female champion “Amidala vom Weetfeld”, two years old, breeder and owner Uwe Gebel.

The show started on schedule at 10 o’clock on Sunday morning. The cattle were presented in the open-air show ring accompanied by bright sunshine. But soon the weather adapted to Scottish weather though the slight rain didn’t disturb neither the handlers nor the numerous spectators and even less the tough Highland Cattle. The animals were judged in each three heifer and bull classes by the Scottish judge Mr Archie McIntyre, who, accompanied by his wife Elizabeth, followed our invitation to judge the show with pleasure. He took his time for carefully assessing and placing the cattle and commented his decisions well comprehensible, translated by Sabine Busse. As each show should have an educational effect it is a tradition in Germany to ask the judge to give a short comment on each

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animal. Another tradition is that we don’t have an overall champion, so we actually have both two champions and reserve champions: the female and male ones.

Winner of class 5 (two-year-old bulls) “Poseidon of Greenfield”, breeder Gerold Lintelmann, owner Mathias Pooch.

The eventual female champion was the red twoyear-old heifer Amidala vom Weetfeld, bred and owned by Uwe Gebel. Archie characterized her as an example for the Highland breed, with no faults in conformation, very female and expressional. Reserve female champion was the red one-yearold heifer Shirley of Greenfield, bred and owned by Gerold Lintelmann. As the male champion Archie predestined the red one-year-old bull Callum of Greenfield, also bred and owned by Gerold Lintelmann. Archie underlined that this bull has already been far developed for his age and therefore his potential can be well recognized. This animal as well fulfils all the breeding criteria and Archie himself would like to use him as a stock bull in Scotland. Male reserve champion was the red one-year-old bull Cliadhamh Mor 3rd of Balmoral, owned by Willi Bange and presented by his son Fabian. On the whole Archie was quite impressed by the quality of the presented cattle, especially the heifer classes were really strong. Apart from locomotion, which has still to be improved by breeding, Archie mentioned the good breeding standard of the bulls and he went on to say that our German Highland Cattle could definitely compete with other European Highland Cattle and certainly with the Scottish ones as well. After these words of cheer and an all around successful event with about 600 spectators everybody went home in keeping with the motto “after the show is before the show” as the next shows are just around the corner.

From left to right: male reserve champion “Cliadhamh Mor 3. of Balmoral, yearling, breeder Her Majesty the Queen, owner Willi Bange, handler his son Fabian Bange; male champion “Callum of Greenfield”, yearling, breeder and owner Gerold Lintelmann; female champion “Amidala vom Weetfeld”, two years old, breeder and owner Uwe Gebel; female reserve champion “Shirley of Greenfield”, yearling, breeder and owner Gerold Lintelmann, handler a fellow breeder Mathias Pooch.

Further results, photos and information are as usual available on the Internet: www.highland-schau.de Sabine Busse

“It was an honour and privilege to be invited to judge the spring –market at Kloster Graefenthal -Goch-Asperden in north west Germany. The exhibitors and stockpersons are to be congratulated on the high standard and quality of cattle presented for show. The female champion, a nice red 2 year old a very good example of the breed. My reserve female a red yearling again very well presented. (by a munlochy sire). For my male champion a red yearling bull extremely well brought out and by a Goldenberry sire. Reserve male was the 2nd prize yearling bull again very well presented and Balmoral bred. All in all it was an excellent show of cattle. Elizabeth and I would like to thank everyone for their kindness and hospitality shown to us during our stay. Special thanks to Sabine for all arrangements.”

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Tregallon Highlanders A wedding anniversary gift of two Highland heifers from Meg Fitzsimon and her family, to her husband Alastair back in 2007 was the spark which subsequently led to the establishment of the renowned fold of pedigree Highland Cattle at Tregallon, Dumfries.

Success has bred success for the Fitzsimons who are supported, on the showing circuit and in bringing cattle out, by their two daughters with their respective partners and also freelance stockman Angus MacGillivary. The show-ring achievements of the Tregallon and Highlanders reached a pinnacle, thus far, in summer 2013 when the fold returned from the Royal Highland Show with firsts for Best Group of 3 and Best Bull amongst other accolades. Even greater success a fortnight later at the Great Yorkshire Show, itself a very competitive show for Highland cattle, saw the Tregallon fold return north with the Breed Champion accolade, along with the reserve, and also Female Champion and Reserve, Best Male and Best Senior Cow. The achievements of the Tregallon Highland Cattle are impressive given that Tregallon is not a typical Highland cattle type farm, as Alastair Fitzsimon explained to Ross Montague: “The steading sits only around 100ft above sealevel – the Solway Firth can be seen through the trees four miles away. We have 30 acres of permanent pasture, which is on hilly ground rising up a further 50ft or so, and the rest is ploughable grass in fields around the steading.” “However, the Highland cattle fit our system here at Tregallon very well, making the most of

the available grazing, especially on the thin soils of the hill ground. They are low cost to keep and as we breed and sell better stock, they are making a growing contribution to the profitability of the farm.” “We might only run 10 Highland cows, but I would say they are each much more profitable per head than any other cow on the place.” The Tregallon Highlanders are run alongside 60 commercial sucklers, by Alastair and his wife Meg, on the 80acre farm. With youngstock and bulls accounted for cattle numbers total around 160 head. High stocking levels mean that every acre of the farm is required for grazing, and any silage or hay has to be made on grass-lets. Alastair is also a partner, along with his brother, in their 320acre family farming business 6 miles away at Sunnyhill, and labour and machinery for silage making and other busy periods are shared between the two farms. The farming year at Tregallon kicks off in mid-January when the Highland cows and their Simmental and Limousin X herd mates’ calf down. Alastair explains, “We calve quite early in the year here, but it means an extra couple of months growth ahead of the sales.” “Calves are run with their mothers at grass through the spring and summer and then we spean them at the end of October.” “We keep the highland calves out all year, except for at speaning time. We bring them in just long enough to spean them and keep them from jumping fences! They are put back out to grass for the winter and get topped up with a concentrate from Davidsons Animal Feeds.” “The Highlander calves are run on to around 24months and both heifers and bulls are brought out to sell at around that age. We aim to sell or keep all of our Highlanders as breeding stock and we cull pretty hard anything that does not make the grade,” Alastair commented. “However, there is a ready and growing demand for Highland beef, and the bonus of good slaughter values for any that we do cull.” “We sell the highland cattle privately,” Alastair continued. “We occasionally sell calves straight off their mother to be brought on by other breeders.” With good prices being achieved from private sales, Alastair and Meg have not, as yet, made an impact in the sale ring. This could be about to change, however, as Alastair may look to consign to the Oban breed sales in future. “Our Highlanders have certainly been making the

headlines in the showring, and maybe in future at in the sale ring” stated Alastair proudly, “but our cross sucklers are still the bread and butter.”

The progeny of the Tregallon cross breds are sold as stores. Alastair explained a bit more about the system; “We like to produce big growthy forward cattle, at good weights and with good conformation. Hopefully these appeal to buyers looking for strong stores to finish.” “After running with their mothers all summer, we like to have the cross bred heifers weighing around 340kg at speaning and bullocks around 25kg heavier.” “We then bring them in for the winter, bed them on deep litter sawdust, and feed them silage and a 16% concentrate from Davidsons, through to the store sales in the spring.” “We sell yearling stores through the marts at Castle Douglas and at Dumfries. We like to treat the cattle well and look to sell at weights in excess of 470-480kg. Often the steers go to the same buyer each year, which I hope means we are doing something right!” “This year we sold to average £1000/hd across the store cattle.” The commercial suckler cows, like their calves, are in-wintered, as Alastair explains: “Our hill field can cope with the Highlanders outwintering on it. It doesn’t poach too badly as the soils are thinner and the Highland cows are lighter on their feet than the commercials.” “We bring the cross cows inside in after speaning to prevent the lower fields from poaching and with some silage and Davidsons nuts, they are in great fettle come calving in January.” “Because we are low lying, most winters the grass keeps growing and we bring in some sheep on winter tack to tidy the lower fields. There won’t be a

119 huge lot of good in the grass so the Highlanders will get a bale or two and also some nuts.” “Like everyone, we were pretty short of bales in 2012. Quality was also low so we relied on hard feed a bit more than normal. Davidsons are good at filling us up the very next day after I place an order, so we managed to juggle our way through the long winter.” “The 2013 silage crop is a lot heavier, thankfully!” Alongside their home bred cattle, the couple will sometimes buy calves from other breeders to bring on, either for sale or to bring fresh blood into the fold. The main 2013 Tregallon stock bull, Allt Ruadh of Crannich, took the plaudits for Best Bull at the 2013 Royal Highland and Male Champion at the Great Yorkshire Show. Alastair commented on the bull “Allt Ruadh was purchased privately as a speaned calve from the Crannich fold on Mull and subsequently brought on at Tregallon. We are delighted with how he has turned out, and what he has achieved in the show ring.” “If he can sire calves that go on to do as well as him, then we will be very pleased indeed.” “Our aim with the Highlanders is to continue to breed the best that we can. Perhaps bring on a few bought in cattle each year and hope for good things from them too.” “In the bigger picture, I hope that we can continue to make Tregallon work as a small grass cattle farm. It is pretty impossible to find land to buy around here, so hopes of expanding are limited. But if we look after the grass and the cattle, feed them well and keep the place in good heart then we will do alright,” Alastair concluded. As told to Ross Montague of Scene & Herd PR, on behalf of Davidsons Animal Feeds and Agritiser.

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Mrs Judith R Burnett

Mr & Mrs S Burnett

366 Cheadle Road, Cheddleton, Nr Leek, Staffordshire ST13 7BW Tel: 01782 550429 Mr Peter A Brown Laggan, Strathyre, Perthshire FK18 8 NQ Tel: 01877 384758 / 07890 126130 Email: lagganoffice@btinternet.com Mr James Brown Octomore Farm, Port Charlotte, Isle of Islay PA48 7UD Tel: 01496 850235 Messrs Gavin & Anna Brown Springfield Farm, Springfield Road, Penicuik, East Lothian EH26 8PR Tel: 01968 670397 Email: anna.borth@btinternet.com Mr A Brown Larglanglee House, Crocketford, Dumfriesshire DG2 9ST Tel: 01556 690252 Mr LL Brown Forneth Farms, Loaning Farm, Blairgowrie, Perthshire Mr Edward W Brown Bilbrough Lodge, Bilbrough, York, N Yorks YO23 3PP Tel: 07977 208477 Mr S K Brown 18 Woodmarsh Farm North Bradley Trowbridge Wiltshire BA14 0SB Tel: 01225 776770 Messrs C.P & M.P Bruce Bogside King Edward, Banff, Aberdeenshire AB45 3LX Tel: 01261 821244 Email: chazz125@hotmail.com Ms Anna M Bruce 6B Rowans Gate, Paisley, Renfrewshire PA2 6RD Tel: 0141 887 1433 Herr E. Brunn A-6942 Krumbach, Oberkrumbach, Austria Tel: 05513 8589 Mrs Marlene A Brunt Kecksys Farm, Camebridge Road, Sawbridgeworth, Hertfordshire CM21 9BZ Tel: 01279 600896 /07720 508594 Mr D Buchanan Shenavallie, Benderloch, Oban, Argyll PA37 1QU Tel: 01631 720240 / 07881 691427 Email: shenavallie@hotmail.com Website: www.shenavallie.co.uk Mr Duncan W Buchanan Shenavallie Farm, Benderloch, Oban, Argyll PA37 1QU Tel: 01631 720240 / 07796 803678 Email: shenavallie@hotmail.com Website: www.shenavallie.co.uk Mr James Buchanan 4 Shore Road, Glynn Larne, Co. Antrim BT40 3HQ Tel: 02828 260656 Mrs Mary Buchanan Croftlea, 17 Duntaylor Avenue, Aberfeldy, Perthshire PH15 2BX Tel: 01887 829411 Dr G Bunge Hauptstrasse 59, 49419 Wagenfeld, Germany Tel: 0049 5444 1414 Email: bunge@hazelmuir.de Website: www.hazelmuir.de

Mr Kenneth Brown

6 Name

IBR/LEPTO

Health Status

ASHGROVE

COBAIRDY

NORTWELLE

THE SHAKENHURST

HAZELMUIR

SHENAVALLIE

KECKSYS

KRUMBACH

KYNEDOR

BROWHAZE

FORNETH LINGFIELD

BEINN GHLAS

SPRINGFIELD

OCTOMORE

LUBNAIG

WETLEY

Fold Name

Mr Patrick Casey

Mr Stephen Casely

Mr Chris Carver

Mr John Carter

Mr OPR Carson

Messrs H Carr & Son

Ms Julia Carr

Mr D Campbell

Mr Stuart Campbell

Mr James P Campbell

Mrs Anne Cameron

Mr E A Cameron

Mrs I A Cameron

Mr David D Cameron

Mr Andrew Cameron

Mr J & Mrs W Cameron

Mr G A Cameron

Mr J Caldwell

Ms Sabine Busse

Mrs Sophie Busk

Craigengelt, Stirling, Stirlingshire FK7 9QS Tel: 01324 825773 Email: patriciafrancessmith@gmail.com Eveley Farm, Houghton, Stockbridge, Hampshire SO20 6SA Tel: 01794 388389 Email: sophiebusk@talktalk.net Lindenberg 2, 46487 Wesel, Germany Tel: 02859 901969 Email: sabine.busse@gmx.net Badshalloch Steading, Badshalloch Farm, by Gartocharn, Alexandria, Dunbartonshire G83 8SB Tel: 01360 660208 Email: info@jcjgroup.co.uk Drumardoch Estate, Callander, Perthshire FK17 8LT Tel: 01877 330568 Glenmachrie Farm, Glenlonan, Oban, Argyll PA34 4QE Tel: 01631 770364 Email: wilmacameron@btconnect.com Website: www.cameronsfarms.co.uk 8 County Cottages, Culduthel, Inverness, Inverness-shire IV2 6AQ Tel: 01463 241299 Severie, Doune, Perthshire FK16 6HG Tel: 01786 822481 / 07708 307125 Email: david@agmscotland.co.uk Wester Leddriegreen, Blaneﬁeld, Glasgow, Strathclyde G63 9BP Tel: 01360 770359 Glen Nevis, Fort William, Inverness-shire PH33 6SX Tel: 01397 705181 (ofﬁce) / 01397 702360 (home) Email: eac@glen-nevis.co.uk Website: www.glen-nevis.co.uk Old Auction House, Comrie, Perthshire PH6 2LN Tel: 01764 679195 Cruachan, Killin, Perthshire FK21 8TY Tel: 01567 820302 Email: mocampbell@btinternet.com Pirnmill, Cladich, Dalmally, Argyll PA33 1BQ Tel: 01838 200881 / 07786 621705 Email: cladichfold@aol.co.uk 72 Camaghael, Fort William, Inverness-shire PH33 7NF Tel: 01397 703322 Marrick Park, Marrick, Richmond, N Yorks DL11 7LH Tel: 01748 884348 / 07704 455854 Email: julia@marrickpark.com Lee Gate Farm, Malham, Skipton, North Yorkshire BD23 4DN Tel: 01729 830337 Email: jcarr@hcarr.demon.co.uk Abernant-Y-Groes Uchaf Fm Pond Place, Cwmbach, Aberdare, Mid Glamorgan CF44 OEE Tel: 01685 881209 Email: carsonmp@btinternet.com Netheraird of Glasclune, Blairgowrie, Perthshire PH10 6SF Tel: 07831 598370 Email: bowland@aol.com Torlundy Farm, Torlundy, Fort William, Inverness-shire PH33 6SW BVD Tel: 01397 703015 / 07766 794508 Email: chris.carver@btconnect.com Garlandhayes Fm, Westcott, Cullompton, Devon EX15 1SB Tel: 01392 881262 / 07919 246655 Email: stevecasely@outlook.com Gaitnip Farm, St Ola, Orkney KW15 1SX Tel: 01856 874175 / 870150 Email: anjol@btopenworld.com

Mr Paul Burns

Health Status

Address

Name

CASEY

GARLAND

TORLUNDY

GLASCLUNE

ABERNANT

LEE GATE

MARRICK PARK

KEILLMORE

CRUACHAN BEAG

GLENOGLE

GLEN NEVIS

LEDDRIEGREEN

SEVERIE

CAMERONS

DRUMARDOCH

KILMARONOCK

WALDSEE

HOUGHTON

Fold Name

c/o South Lynch Estate Ofﬁce, Standon Main Road, Hursley, Winchester, Hampshire SO21 2JH Tel: 01962 767910 / 07802 258341 Email: bebe@southlynch.co.uk Broughton Hall, Eccleshall Road, Loggerheads, Staffordshire ST21 6NS Tel: 01630 620525 Website: www.caudwell.com Offerance Farm, Gartmore, Stirlingshire FK8 3RZ Tel: 01877 382244 / 07770 471202 Email: cavens@jcaven.co.uk Laurel Cottage, Birchwood, Storridge, Herefordshire WR13 5HA Tel: 01886 884870 / 07966 417585 Email: chalk@gwi.net Bridge Cottage, 6 -7 Bridge Street, Apethorpe, Peterborough, Northampton PE8 5DN Tel: 01780 479020 Email: annchant@talktalk.net Hillside Farm, Woodchurch, Ashford, Kent TN26 3RQ Tel: 01233 860216/319 Travellers Rest Farm, Ugthorpe, Whitby, N. Yorks, North Yorkshire YO21 2BE Tel: 01947 841102 / 07751182506 Email: info@travellersrest-whitby.co.uk Moor Farm Bungalow, Bishopthorpe, York, North Yorkshire YO23 2UF Tel: 01904 702383 Email: maggiechap@tiscali.co.uk Red Hall Farm, Leighton, Crewe, Cheshire CW1 4QU Tel: 01270 522233 / 07973 396396 Email: james@redhallfarm.co.uk 2 Oak Villas, Carrbrook, Stalybridge, Cheshire SK15 3PF Tel: 01457 838780 / 07956 074346 Email: logancharnock@hotmail.com Middleton Farm, Fossoway, Kinross-shire KY13 0PB Tel: 07974 357795 Email: a.cheape@langley-taylor.co.uk Park Cottage, Leighton, Welshpool, Powys SY21 8HJ Tel: 01938 559004 / 07841 567386 Email: info@ke worthmarqueehire.co.uk Spring Flight Farm, 321 Charles Storch Road, Elmira, NY, 14903 USA

Address

145 Somerton Road, RD2 Ashburton, 7772 New Zealand Tel: 0064 3302 2656 Email: wcchristie@ruralinzone.net Penwood House St Breward Bodmin Cornwall PL30 4NL Tel: 01208 850823 (ofﬁce) Mrs Sally Clark Wildﬁelds Farm, Woodstreet Village, Nr Guildford, Surrey GU3 3BP Tel: 01483 235244 Email: sally@artsmith.co.uk Website: www.artsmith.co.uk Messrs J & M R Clark House of Nairne, nr Tullybelton, Stanley, Perthshire PH1 4PT Tel: 01738 787850 Email: jandmrclark@btinternet.com Messrs Peter & Ghillie Clark Corndean Moelygarth, Nr Welshpool, Powys SY21 9DA Tel: 01938 553810 Email: peter@stonecottage.fsbusiness.co.uk Website: www.corndean.co.uk Ms Ailsa Clark Blairmore Fram Fowlis, Wester Crieff, Perthshire PH7 3NW Tel: 07919 416040 Email: ailsa@blairmorefarm.com Mr & Mrs Errol & Netta Clark Glenburn Highland Fold, 57 Trig Road, South RD 1, Waihi 3681, New Zealand Tel: 0064 78637748 / 0064 788 31421 Messrs R L & Stone Ends, Hesket, Newmarket, Cumbria CA7 8JS C P Clark & Sons Tel: 01768 779315 / 07944 691099 Email: bob.clark@stone-ends.co.uk

Mrs Jaquelyn Becker Chotkowski Mr WIllie & Mrs Cynthia Christie Mr RBI Clark

Mr Robin Chilton

Mr A Cheape

Mr Logan Charnock

Mr T J Charlesworth

Messrs Emma & Michael Chapman Miss M E Chapman

Mr TJ Chapman

Miss Ann Chant

Mr & Mrs Moira & Peter Chalk

Mr & Mrs J Caven

Mr John Caudwell

Castles Estate

8 Name Health Status

Fold Name

CARROCK FELL

AM BLAR MOR

MACEANRUIG

HOUSE OF NAIRNE

WILDFIELDS

PENLAYZEBURY

LEIGHTON

FOSSOWAY

CARRBROOK

RED HALL

BISHOPTHORPE

TRAVELLERS REST

DUXBRIDGES

APETHORPE

ABERSKY

OFFERANCE FOLD

BROUGHTON

CASTLES ESTATE

Williamwood Farm, Kirtlebridge, Lockerbie, Dumfries and Galloway DG11 3LN Tel: 01461 500213 / 07833 627849 Email: saclarke@williamwoodfarm.co.uk Website: www.williamwoodfarm.com Ruie An Taoir, Culrain, Nr Ardgay, Sutherland IV24 3DP Tel: 01549 421327 Email: 106300.3114@compuserve.com Waterloo Cottage Farm, 34 Harborough Road, Great Oxendon, Leicestershire LE16 8NA Tel: 07711 370959 Email: a.g.clarke@atlas.co.uk Website: www.waterloocottagefarm.co.uk Woodbine Farm, Grandborough Fields, Rugby, Warwicks CV23 8BA Tel: 01788 521469 Email: clarkeannmarie@rocketmail.com 31 Rue au Pesch, L-8067 Bertrange, Luxembourg Tel: 00352 31 3650 Website: www.naturﬂeesch.lu The Malt House, Norwich Road, Mulbarton, Norfolk NR14 8JL Tel: 01508 570351 Email: elizabeth@omicron.uk.com 1 Vine Park Drive, Kilmaurs, Ayrshire KA3 2SQ Tel: 01563 541738 The Dover House Dover Lane Arundel West Sussex BN18 9PX Tel: 01903 871200 /07770 853348 Email: k.mercury@btinternet.com Hill Farm, Bartindale Road, Hunmanby Filey, N Yorks YO14 0JD Tel: 01723 892861 Email: ian@smchse.com Barrow House Farm, Woodcoates Lane, Darlton, Newark, Nottinghamshire NG22 OTH Tel: 01777 228260 Email: davidcobb@btconnect.com Website: www.cobbscountrystore.co.uk 18 Drumbrae South, Edinburgh, Midlothian EH12 8SL Tel: 0131 334 3065 & fax Lowood, 4 Wycar, Bedale, North Yorkshire DL8 1EP Tel: 01677 423448 Email: bryancockburn@tiscali.co.uk Bunns Farm Withergate Road Worstead, North Walsham Norfolk NR28 9SF Tel: 07748 641522 Email: h.rushworth@tiscali.co.uk Achreamie, Dounreay, Thurso, Caithness KW14 7YB Tel: 01847 811433 Email: coghill297@btinternet.com Round Oak, Heniker Lane, Sutton Valence, Maidstone ME17 3ED Tel: 01622 844491 07811 209409 Email: nga.coles@btinternet.com Website: www.roundoak-highland.co.uk The Covenant Folds, 684753 Highway 2, The Governor’s Road, R.R.#3 Woodstock, Ontario N4S 7V7, Canada Tel: 001 519 421 5449 / 001 519 421 5449 Email: Brian.Colgate@QueensU.CA 3 Aghaveagh Road, Stewartstown, Dungannon, Co. Tyrone BT71 5NH Tel: 02886 736248 / 07746 939136 Email: markcolvin55@hotmail.com 1, Col du Las, La Grande-Fosse 88430, France Tel: 0033 3295 11301 Email: patrice.combeau@nordnet.fr Website: www.highland-vosges.toile-libre.org Aryhoulan Lodge, Conaglen Estate, Ardgour, Highland PH33 7AH Tel: 01855 841321 Email: dmosgrove@broadlandproperties.co.uk Gorwood Farm, Buckland Brewer, Bideford, Devon EX39 5NB Tel: 01237 451481 Email: n.cook@btinternet.com

Messrs M D & S A Clarke

Conaglen Est, Broadlands Properties Ltd Mrs Norma Cook

Monsieur Patrice Combeau

Mr Mark Colvin

Mr BF Colgate

Mr Norman G. A. Coles

Mr Alan Coddington & Miss H J Rushworth Messrs M & J Coghill

Mr JB Cockburn

Mrs U F Cochrane

Mr David Cobb

Mr Ian Coates

Lady Sarah Clutton

Mr Andrew Clotworthy

Mrs Elizabeth Cliffe

Messrs Jeff Clarke & George Steriopulos Monsieur Kler Claude

Mr Angus Clarke

Ms K E Clarke

Address

Name

CONAGLEN

Elite

BVD

Health Status

GORWOOD

DE LA BASSE DU LAS

COVENANT

ROUNDOAK HIGHLAND

ACHREAMIE

JAGGARDS

LOWOOD

DARLTON

SMC HIGHLANDS

DOVER

INVERALTON

MALTHOUSE

THE LOST FARM

WATERLOO COTTAGE

RUIE AN TAOIR

ASHIEBURN

Fold Name

Address

Vachery House, Cranleigh, Surrey GV6 8EJ Tel: 01483 272466 Email: eimearcooke@googlemail.com Mrs Denise Copley Heath Farm, Saltby Road, Croxton Kerrial, Grantham, Lincolnshire NG32 1QZ Tel: 01476 870675 Email: tippingslodge@aol.com Mr James Corbett Lochbuie House, Lochbuie, Isle of Mull, Argyll PA62 6AA Tel: 01680 814214 Email: jim@lochbuie.com Mr Allan Cordon Killochries Fold, Kilmacolm, Renfrewshire, PA13 4TE Tel: 01505 873627 / 07590 467523 Mrs Heather Corrigall Culnaha Nigg, Easter Ross IV19 1QP Tel: 01862 851229 Email :heather@corrigall.co.uk Cotswold Farm Park Limited Messrs Henson & Andrews, Bemborough Farm, Guiting Power, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire GL54 5UG Tel: 01451 850307 / 07917 247238 Email: mike.caunter@cotswoldfarmpark.co.uk Website: www.cotswoldfarmpark.co.uk Ms Christina Coulthard FellsideFarm, Caldbeck, Wigton, Cumbria CA7 8HA Tel: 01697 478616 / 07969 036724 Email: coulthard616@btinternet.com Dr Gordon B Coutts Ashenhouse Farm, Ashen Clare, Suffolk CO10 8JH Tel: 01440 788594 Mr William Coutts Westhall Steading, St Katherines, Inverurie, Aberdeenshire AB51 8TN Tel: 01651 851336 Email: coutw@aol.com Mr Brian H Cowan Burnside Paper Mill Lane, Claydon Ipswich Suffolk IP6 0AP Tel: 01473 833339 / 07776 350830 Email: rushemer-rentals@btconnect.com Mr JM Coyle Highﬁeld Farm, North Road, Bretherton, Lancashire PR26 9AY Email: johnmcoyle@hotmail.co.uk Mrs Clare Craig 17 Largy Road, Crumlin, Co. Antrim BT29 4RN Tel: 028 94452126 / 07971 814931 Email: ClareLouiseCraig@aol.com Mr & Mrs D Crane Gray Brae Farm, Leadburn, West Linton, Pe esshire EH46 7BE Tel: 01968 670947 / 07831 586 653 Email: graybrae@aol.com Mr Russell Crank Stone House Farm, Edale Road, Hayﬁeld, High Peak, Derbyshire SK22 2LL Tel: 01663 740806 / 07973 386249 Email: crankfamily@aol.com Messrs R & E Crawford Stuck Farm, Rothesay, Isle of Bute, Strathclyde PA20 OQL Tel: 01700 502803 Mr Andrew Crean Marsh Farm, Burnham, Deepdale, Kings Lynn, Norfolk PE31 8DD Tel: 07799 588133 Email: acrean@autonomous.com Mr William T Creighton Derryvore, Derrylin, Enniskillen, Co. Fermanagh BT92 9FF Tel: 02867 748277 Email: richardcreighton86@hotmail.co.uk Mr Nout Cremers Glanlough Durrus, Bantry, Co. Cork, Eire Tel: 00 353 27 61261 Email: noutcremers@gmail.com Mr Paddy Crerar Newmains, Stenton, Dunbar, East Lothian EH42 1TQ Tel: 01368 850240 Email: newmainsfarm@googlemail.com Mrs D Crewe Martland Mill Farm, Martland Mill Lane, Wigan, Lancashire WN5 0LZ Tel: 01942 825222 Email: dolly1dancer@aol.com Mr John Crilley 5 Easter Muckbovie, Westhill, Inverness, Inverness-shire IV2 5BN Tel: 01463 795841 / 07901 957084

Mrs Eimear Cook

10 Name

BVD

IBR/BVD

BVD

Health Status

MARTLAND MILL

CORRARY

WEST CORK HIGHLAND

TRIAL BAY

DEEPDALE MARSH

RHUBODACH

KINDER

GRAY BRAE

CRAIGMANUS

SLIPPERFIELD

COLQUHOUN

WESTHALL

ASHEN HOUSE

FELLSIDE FARM

BEMBOROUGH

EARN

LOCHBUIE

HEATH FARM

Fold Name

5 Westerton Blackdown Avenue, Pyrford, Woking, Surrey GU22 8QH Tel: 01932 340277 Email: dederax@gmail.com 24 Park Crescent, Scone, Perth PH2 6JZ Tel: 01738 551758 per Bidwells, Carn Dearg House, North Road, Fort William, Inverness-shire PH33 6PP Tel: 07320 366573 / 07867 775034 Merton Dalswinton, Kirkmahoe, Dumfriesshire DG2 0XP Tel: 01387 740319 / 07712 000880 4 Ivanhoe Road, Pe es, Scottish Borders EH45 9BB Tel: 01721 723453 Ferme des Demueyes, 8/10 rue de la Foret, 95350 Piscop, France Tel: 33 06 80 99 2053 Email: eric.cuziat@gmail.com Cestersover Farm, Pailton, Nr Rugby, Warwickshire CV23 OQP Tel: 01788 832188 Email: dalby@farmline.com Website: www.ringswood.co.uk 12 Station Cottages, Wing Hollow, Wing Oakham, Rutland LE15 8RY Tel: 01572 737458 Email: ďŹ onadale@btinternet.com / emmadale2009@hotmail.co.uk An-Doire-Bheag, Barbreck, Lochgilphead, Argyll PA31 8UW Tel: 01852 500232 Bryn Hebog Brechfa, Carmarthen, Carmarthenshire SA32 7QR Tel: 01267 202291 Email: howard_dare@yahoo.co.uk Lonf Meadow Barn, Intwood Farm, Intwood, Norwich, Norfolk NR4 6TQ Tel: 01603 452060 / 07799 773084 Email: nigel.darling@gardlinecomms.com Inver Lodge Graighouse Isle of Jura Argyll PA60 7XX Tel: 01496 820223 Email: darochjura@aol.com Waunlwyl Farm, Ystradowen, Upper Cwmtwrch, Swansea SA9 2XX Tel: 01639 831281 / 07966 435582 Noredown House, West Marden, Chichester, W. Sussex PO18 9ES Tel: 02392 631586 Email: noredown@yahoo.co.uk Olmarch Fawr, Llangylis, Lampeter, Ceredigan SA48 8NL Tel: 01570 493303 Email: odwynd@ceredigion.gov Bryn-cerrig, Stonelane Brook Street, Welshpool, Powys SY21 7NZ Tel: 01938 556939 Email: gareth.r.davies@btinternet.com Tan-Yr-Iwen, Llangedwyn, Oswestry, Shropshire SY10 9LP Tel: 01691 828461 South Friarton Farm, St Martins, Perth PH2 6AH Tel: 01821 640611 Email: jmd36@btconnect.com 50 St Peters Close, Yaxham, Dereham, Norfolk NR19 1RN Tel: 01362 696353 Highlands Lewdown, Okehampton, Devon EX20 4BS Tel: 01566 783127 Email: ruthdawe0866@gmail.com Craycombe House, Fladbury, Worcestershire WR10 2QS Tel: 01386 860692 Email: judithdawes4@aol.com Website www.craycombefarm.com

Mr NA Crooks-Meredith

Mrs J A Dawes

Messrs T W T & M R Dawe

Mr Gary Davis

Miss Jill Davis

Mr IR Davies

Mr Gareth Davies

Mr Rhun Davies

Mr Anthony Davies

Mr W H Davies

Mr D E Darroch

Mr Nigel G Darling

Mr Howard Dare

Miss Emma Dale & Mrs Fiona Cox Miss R Dalgleish

Messrs JWG Dalby & Sons

Mr Eric Cuziat

Ms Caroline Cuthbertson

Culachy Estate Management Ltd Mr LJA Currie

Mr John Cruickshank

Address

Name

IBR

Health Status

CRAYCOMBE

FOXCOMBE

YAXHAM

FRIARTON

HIGHLAND

LLANERCHYDOL

OLMARCH

NOREDOWN

CEFN GWRHYD

ARDFARNAL

BLUE CEDAR

FALCONS HILL

LEACHY

CHATER

RINGSWOOD

DERICHEBOURG

JEDDERFIELD

DARGAVEL

CULACHY

Fold Name

The Toll House, Derby Road, Ashbourne, Derbyshire DE6 1LZ Tel: 07811 904752 Email: gdolph@hotmail.co.uk

Harlaw Road, Inverurie, Aberdeenshire AB51 4FR Tel: 01467 622601 Email: dunnm@donaldrussell.co.uk Website: www.donaldrussell.com

Ark Farm, 284 Bangor Road, Newtonards, Co Down, N.Ireland BT23 3PH Tel: 02891 820445 Email: Ark_Farm@hotmail.com Website: www.ArkOpenFarm.co.uk

Bridgend Main Rd, Glynn Larne, Co Antrim BT40 3HG Tel: 02828 276808 / 07514 137199

Donald Russell Ltd

Mr S Donaldson

Mr Rueben Dooris

Church Farm, Hazelwood Hill, Belper, Derby DE56 4AD Tel: 01332 840640 Wyteveld Farm, Houtemstraat 108, 9552 Herzele, Belgium Tel: 32 53 624082 Le Moulin, Av. de Laage de Meux 48, Maissin, Belgium B-6852 Tel: 0032 61 655765 Achadunan, Cairndow, Argyll PA26 8BJ Tel: 01499 600238 Email: tuggy@fynealas.com per David Taylor, Tomintoul, Ballindalloch, Banffshire AB37 9HT Tel: 01807 580366 Email: ktdelnabo@btinternet.co.uk via Maestro 8, 12030 Casteler, CN Italy Tel: 0039 3485 728162 Email: geom.demarchi@geo2d.it Chalet Crunachay Farm, Taynuilt, Argyll PA35 1HT Tel: 01866 822037 / 07895 179214 Email: donalddempster@hotmail.com Dunach Estate, Glenlonan, Oban, Argyll, PA34 4QE Tel: 01631 770364 Email: dunachestate@btconnect.com East ClanďŹ n Farm, Waterside, Fenwick, Ayrshire KA3 6JQ Tel: 07853 305945 Email: southmuirfarm@hotmail.com 18 Park Avenue, Darley Dale, Matlock, Derbys DE4 2FX Tel: 01629 733009 / 07896 962632 Email: kandldennis@tiscali.co.uk Orchard Cottage, Rigsdale, Ballinhassig, Co. Cork, Eirie Tel: 021 488 5540/086 169 4452 Email: peterdesmondballinhassig@gmail.com Brockstones, Kentmere, Kendal, Cumbria, LA8 9JW Hamilton Hall Lodge, West Linton, Pe eshire EH46 7DB Tel: 01968 660347 Emal: lyntoun@gmail.com Kilbride Farm, Lochgilphead, Argyll PA31 8QE Tel: 01546 605234 Email: kilbridefarm@btconnect.com Silverwood House, Cleghorn, Lanark ML11 8NZ Tel: 01555 661425 Email: alex_doak@hotmail.co.uk The Old Rectory, Ashbrittle, Somerset TA21 OLQ Tel: 01823 672365 Email: charles.doble@ukgateway.net Website: www.greenandcarter.com Riveside Cottage, Organford Road, Holten Heathe, Poole, Dorset BH16 6LA Tel: 01202 661919 Email: harry@hpminvestments.co.u

Address

Mr Quentin Dolph

Mr Charles Doble & Col S Kaufman Mr Harry W Dodd

Miss Alex Doak

Mr Robert Dixon

Mr B Dickinson Mr D R Dickson

Mr Barry Desmond

Ms Linda Dennis

Miss Heather Denholm

Messrs Donald, Alasdair, Mhairi & Robert Dempster Lord Denham

Mr G Demarchi Eros

Delnabo Estate

Mrs Anastasia Delap

Mr W.A.P. de Coninck

Mrs Anni de Backer

Mr B Dawson

12 Name

IBR/LEPTO

IBR

Elite

Health Status

Fold Name

MULLAGMOSSIN

DONARDGRANGE

WHITELEY PARK

RIVERSIDE

ASHBRITTLE

MUIRFOOT

KILBRIDE

BROCKSTONES LYNTOUN

RIGSDALE

SOUTHMUIR

DUNACH

TEAGHLACH

CUCUN

DELNABO

ACHADUNAN

DAOLI

WYTEVELD

LLECHWEDD DU

Address

Craigsford, Earlston, Berwickshire TD4 6DJ Tel: 01896 849213 / 07855 269588 Email: rosemarysfarm@gmail.com Douglas and Angus Estates Estates Office, Newmains, Douglas, Lanarkshire ML11 0RH Tel: 01555 851536 / 01890 882618 / 07896 660596 Email: office@daestates.co.uk The Hon Mrs Henry Old Greenlaw, Duns, Berwickshire TD10 6UP Douglas-Home Tel: 01361 810230 Email: info@oldgreenlawfold.com Mr P M Douglas-Home Old Greenlaw, Berwickshire TD10 6UP Tel: 01361 810238 / 07710 463006 Email: info@oldgreenlawfold.com Lady Caroline Douglas-Home, Heaton Mill House, Cornhill-on-Tweed, Northumberland TD12 4XQ MBE. DL Tel: 01890 882303 Email: cdh@heatonmill.com Mr T Drennan 5 Castle Walk, Doonfoot, Ayr, Ayrshire KA7 4HH Tel: 01292 443033 Ms Noreen Drexel 90 Blueberry Lane, Jamestown, 02835 Rhode Island, USA Tel: + + 401 241 0680 Email: farmernonie@gmail.com Mr IGM Duff Hardridge Farm, Kilmacolm, Renfrewshire PA13 4TF Tel: 01505 873340 Mr Mark Dumas Curtis Farm (Cattle), Curtis Lane, Headley, Hampshire GU35 8SA Tel: 01428 713433 / 07971087305 Email: mark@dumas.be Mr Ian Duncan Upper Robieston, Huntly, Aberdeenshire AB54 4SJ Tel: 01224 577180 (day) / 07867 786026 Email: iduncan@eagle.org Website: www.upperrobiestonhighlandbeef.co.uk Dunlossit (Farming) Ltd Knocklearach, Ballygrant, Isle of Islay, Argyll PA45 7QL Tel: 01496 840232 Email: office@dunlossitestate.co.uk Mr W R P Dunn South View Farm, West Lane Hampsthwaite Harrogate North Yorkshire HG3 2HP Tel: 01423 565122 / 07803 722607 Email: william@dunrig.co.uk Mr Graeme Easton The Ranch, Letham, Angus DD8 2PG Tel: 07946 774661 Email: ranchlivestock@hotmail.co.uk Easton & Otley College Easton Norwich, Norfolk NR9 5DX Tel: 01603 731200 Email: helen.hart@eastonotley.ac.uk Herr Konrad Edelmann 11 AM Klosterhang D-66386 St Ingbert, Germany Tel: 0049 6894 970122 Email: kueatmae@aol.com Edgerston Trading (2006) Ltd 1 Overton Bush Cottages, Camptown, Jedburgh, Borders TD8 6RW Te: 07966 476377 Email: overtonbush@tiscali.co.uk Mrs M M Edwards 4 Englishton Muir, Bunchrew, Inverness, Inverness-shire IV3 8RQ Tel: 01463 717782 Mr P Edwards Little Scotland Farm, Burney Lane, Staunton Harold, Melbourne, Derbyshire DE73 1BH Tel: 01332 865814 / 07761 813403 Email: petered_uk@hotmail.com Mr C Edwards 18 Hill Close, Westmancote, Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire GL20 7EW Tel: 01684 772056 / 07709 929826 Email: doreen345edwards@bt.com Mr A Edwards Colaboll Farm, West Shiness, Lairg, Sutherland IV27 4DN & Ms G Ashdown Tel: 01549 402290 / 07866 528720 Email: g.ashdown@btinternet.com

Ms RCC Douglas

Name

IBR

NA COMERICH

IBR

Elite

Health Status

TIRRY SIDE

CHARNWOOD

EDGERSTON

ST INGBERT

EASTON COLLEGE

RANCH

DUNRIG

CEANNACROIC

THE BIN

FAIRRIE

DUCHAL

BAGSHOT PARK

OLD GREENLAW

DOUGLAS

SHOLTO

Fold Name

Firm of R S Duncan

Firm of Ardtornish Farms

Fir Farm Ltd

Mr Craig Finnie

Mr & Mrs W Fiddler

Herr Arnold Feuerstein

Mr & Mrs R Fergie

Messrs Roberto Favre & Giovanni Gens Mr D L Fellowes

Mrs Norma Farquharson

Farm Street Properties Ltd

Mr J K R Falconer

Mr John L L Evans

Mrs Mary Evans

Epsilon NV

Herr Joe Engelhardt

Mr B J Elwood

Mr Vaughan Richard Ellis

Mrs Susan Elder Mr Timothy Ellis

Mr David Edwell

14 Name Health Status

Glan Gors, Llanllyfni, Caernarfon, Gwynedd LL54 6RT Tel: 07980 013535 Email: david.edwell@mac.com Post Office Box 267, Potts Point, NSW 1335, Australia Low Galligill Farm Nentsberry Alston Cumbria CA9 3LW Tel: 01434 381672 Email: tim@hillfarmer.com Website: www.hillfarmer.com Greenland Ardsallach, Via Youghal, C. Waterford, Eire Tel: 00353 24 93197 / 0879953727 Email: vrsellis@gmail.com 17 Casswell Drive, Quadring Spalding, Lincolnshire PE11 4QW Tel: 01775 821457 / 07986 450281 Email: j.elwood17@btinternet.com Am Bahnhoff, 1 D - 84140 Gangkofen, Germany Tel: 0049 8722 94020 Email: info@engelhardt-oekologie.de Website; www.highland-cattle-outdoor-championship.de Att: Mr Paul Chauvet, Pennyghael Estate Keepers Cottage, Pennyghael, Isle of Mull, Argyll PA70 6HD Tel: 01681 704232 / 07709 917257 Email: info@pennyghael-estate.co.uk Website: www.pennyghael-estate.co.uk Journeys End, Heol-Las Road, Talgarth, Brecon, Powys LD3 0PH Tel: 07989 163939 Tyrhos Trawsmawr, Carmarthenshire SA33 6NA Tel: 01267 232478 / 07836 544890 Email: evans.buildings@virgin.net Per Miss E C Smalley, Achagavel, Laudale Estate, Ardgour, By Fort William, Inverness-shire PH33 7AF IBR Tel: 01967 402298 / 07881 343788 Email: ec.smalley@googlemail.com Att: Mr Tom Taylor, Ramsbury Manor, Marlborough, Wiltshire SN8 2RG Tel: 01672 520381 / 07833 326265 The Horn, Errol, Perthshire PH2 7SR Tel: 01821 670216 Frazione Cornu n.11 Ayas (AO) 11020 Italy Tel: 0038 3356 192311 Email: robertofavre@alice.it Inistrynich Dalmally Argyll PA33 1BQ Tel: 01838 200256 Email: dlfellowes@supanet.com Knockendon Farm, Dalry, Ayrshire KA24 5HU Tel: 01294 832266 / 07909 800656 Email: rffergie@hotmail.co.uk Tugstein 10, A-6845 Hohenems, Austria Tel: 0043 5576 78087 / 0043 6644 036671 Email: arnold.feuerstein@gmail.com Swifts House Farm Bentley Lane Heskin, Chorley Lancashire PR7 5UY Tel: 01257 451490 / 07808 481518 Email: bill.fiddler@btconnect.com Finnie 4 X 4, Richmond Developments Richmondhill House Peterhead Aberdeenshire AB42 3JW Tel: 01779 473552 / 07710 511582 Email: craig@hornsandhair.com Website: www.finnie4x4.com & www.hornsandhair.com Rectory Farm, Lower Swell, Stow-on-the-Wold, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire GL54 1LH Tel: 01608 737057 Email: alifirfarm@gmail.com Ardtornish Farm, Ardtornish Estate, Morvern, Argyll PA80 5UZ Tel: 01967 421288 Email: info@ardtornish.co.uk Website: www.ardtornish.co.uk Blackstone Farm, Rigg Road, Cumnock, Ayrshire KA18 3JJ Tel: 01290 421639 Email: rs.duncan@btconnect.com Website: www.blackstoneclydesdales.co.uk

Address

Fold Name

BLACKSTONE

ARDTORNISH

FIR

RICHMONDHILL

LOCH MAREE

EMS

KNOCKENDON

VAL D AYAS

THE HORN

RAMSBURY

LABHDAL

TYRHOS

MEGANS FOLD

PENNYGHAEL

ELSENBERG

GREENLAND

GALLIGILL

DYFFRYN NANTLLE

Herr C. Funke

Mrs Sabine Fritsche

Mr J S Fraser

Mrs Sheila Fraser

Mrs Mirella Franchignoni

Mr & Mrs M France

Dr Michael E M Foxley

Mr & Mrs D R Fountain

Mr David N Foster

Forest Enterprise Scotland

Mr Bradley Ford

Mr Julian Ford

Messrs J & M Forbes & Son

Mr Michael Foley

Miss J A Fletcher & Mr Alyn Hawkins Mr Mervyn Flindall

Ms Morag Fletcher

Mr Neil Fletcher

Flasby Estate

Mr A Fitzsimon

Mr & Mrs C L Fisher

Heisterkampsweg 1, 46419 Isselburg, Germany Tel: 0049 2874 5039688 / 0049 172 2024095 Email: cfunke@vodafone.de

IBR/LEPTO

43 Whirlbut Street, Dunfermline, Fife KY11 3AA Tel: 07894 325134 Email: joannefischbacher@yahoo.co.uk 202 Smedley St, Matlock, Derbyshire DE4 3JD Tel: 01629 57376 Email: tina.fisher1980@btinternet.com Tregallon Farm, Lochfoot, Dumfries, Dumfriesshire DG2 8NG Tel: 01387 730272 / 07752 451020 Email: fitz.treg@fitztreg.plus.com Website: www.tregallonhighlandcattle.co.uk Moorside Farm, Flasby, Skipton, North Yorkshire BD23 3QA Tel: 01756 700585 / 07793 937321 Email: dairy@flasby.com Hillcrest Glaisdale, Whitby, North Yorkshire YO21 2PU Tel: 01947 897430 / 07774 950904 2 Kenmore Terrace, Perth PH1 2HT Tel: 07782 165998 Email: morag4t@aol.com Glenside Farm, Eaves Lane, Bucknall, Stoke on Trent, Staffordshire ST2 8LY Tel: 07800 726088 Email: glensidefarm@live.co.uk Chypraze Farm, Morvah Pendeen, Penzance, Cornwall TR19 7TU Tel: 07841 638291 Email: mervyn.flindall@btinternet.com Website: www.chyprazefarm.co.uk Anglont, Killorglin, Co. Kerry, Eire Email: mr.foley@hotmail.com Att: WJA Forbes, Rettie Farm, Boyndie, Banffshire AB45 2AA Tel: 01261 843204 /07831 845722 Llan Farm, Llanfrothen, Penrhyndeudraeth, Gwynedd LL48 6DU Tel: 01766 770399 Email: julian.llanfarm@btinternet.com Linyante Greendale, Via Bega, New South Wales 2550, Australia Tel: 0264 927343 Email: evans8a@bigpond.net.au per Stewart Hendry, Cowal & Trossachs Forest District Office, Aberfoyle, Stirlingshire FK8 3UX Tel: 01877 382383 / 07909 892500 Email: stewart.hendry@forestry.gsi.gov.uk Wyllie Burn House, Bridge of Earn, Perthshire PH2 9HL Tel: 01738 812001 Email: davidf90@hotmail.co.uk Broomrigg, Watchhill Road, Lochmaben, Lockerbie, Dumfriesshire DG11 1RX Tel: 01387 810326 / 07860 573970 Email: broomrigg@aol.com 2 Achaphubuil, By Fort William, Inverness-shire PH33 7AL Tel: 01397 772775 / 07768 145486 Email: michael.foxley@whc.whi.ac.uk ‘Carolina’, Cleveley Bank Lane. Forton, Preston, Lancashire PR3 1BY Tel: 01524 791431 / 07828 415786 Email: mervlucyfrance@aol.com Via Ottone 95, Frazione Bettole, Borgosesia 13011 (VC) Italy Email: franchignonmirella@hotmail.com East Tilbouries, Maryculter, Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire AB12 5GD Tel: 01224 732351 Email: jim.s.fraser@talk21.com for J& L Fraser & Son, East Tilbouries, Maryculter, Aberdeenshire AB12 5GD Tel: 01224 732351 / 07785 522648 Email: jim.s.fraser@talk21.com Gutsverwaltung, Bresahn, Germany 23888

Ms Joanne Fischbacher

Health Status

Address

Name

HEISTERKAMPSHOF

BRESAHN

TILBOURIES

FENERA

CAROLINA

ACHAPHUBUIL

BROOMRIGG

KATRINE

LLAN

FERNAIG

CHYPRAZE

GLENSIDE

DAMORLIN

THORNYTHWAITE

FLASBY

TREGALLON

THE FISHER

Fold Name

Mr Andrew Gilchrist

Mr D M M Gilbertson

Mr & Mrs A Gilbert

Mr R S Gibson

Mrs S Gibson

Mr AJM Gibson

Messrs D C & J R Gibbon

Mr Gara Gharagozlou

Mr Ian Gauld

Gatcombe Park Estate

Messrs K & J Gascoigne Yorkshire Highlanders

Mr Haydn Alun Garton

Mr A W Garrick

Mr John R F Garratt

Mr Charlie Garnett

Mr B E F Gardner

Mrs Judy Gardner

Mr I.J. Galloway

Messrs Donald & Karen Galbraith Mr A Galbraith

16 Name

11 Glen Castlebay, Isle of Barra, Outer Hebrides HS9 5UQ Tel: 01383 732199 / 07903 322141 Email: beveridgebnb22@hotmail.com 26 Dun Mor Avenue, Kilmory, Lochgilphead, Argyll PA31 8TP Tel: 01546 602050 Culbuie, Culbowie Road, Buchlyvie, Stirlingshire FK8 3NY Email: laura.mccafferty@scotbeef.com Manor Farm Eckington Nr Pershore Worcestershire WR10 3BH Tel: 01386 751600 / 07887 660104 Email: info@eckingtonmanor.co.uk Website: www.eckingtonpedigrees.com New Close Farm, Nunnery Lane, Carisbrooke, Isle of Wight, Hampshire PO30 1YR Tel: 01983 537377 Le Prieure de ND des Marchais, Troo Loir et Cher, 41800 France Tel: 0033254 726927 / 0033 611 031 945 Email: charlie@charles-garnett.com Website: www.charles-garnett.com Squabmoor Farm Ltd, Squabmoor House, The Common, Exmoor, Devon EX8 5SE Tel: 01395 223972 Email: john.garratt@btinternet.com Glenmuir, Auchnarrow, Glenlivet, Ballindalloch, Banffshire AB37 9JN Tel: 01807 590253 4 Kildinny Cottage, Forteviot, Perthshire PH2 9DD Tel: 01738 812184 / 07811 197081 Email: thaggnam@aol.com Holly Beck Farm, Commonside Flockton, Nr Wakeﬁeld, West Yorkshire WF4 4DA Tel: 01924 848161 / 07850 694057 Email: kandjgascoigne@googlemail.com Website: www.yorkshirehighlanders.co.uk Minchinhamton Stroud, Gloucestershire GL6 9AT Tel: 01453 885377 / 07767 317314 Sandineuk Sandend, Portsoy, Aberdeenshire AB45 2UE Tel: 01261 843343 Email: iigauld@hotmail.com Spawood Farm, Cappers Lane, Spurstow, Tarporley, Cheshire CW6 9RP Tel: 01829 771188 / 07802 587246 Email: gara@mirusjourneys.com Furmiston, Carsphairn, Castle Douglas, Kirkcudbrightshire DG7 3TE Tel: 01644 460244 / 07917 683089 Email: info@furmiston.co.uk Website: www.heatherleyhighlanders.co.uk Edinvale, Dallas, Forres, Morayshire IV36 2RW Tel: 01343 890265 / 07774 234954 Email: edinvale@lineone.net Website: www.macbeths.com Edinvale, Dallas, Forres, Morayshire IV36 2RW Tel: 01343 890265 Email: edinvale@lineone.net Website: www.macbeths.com 10 Park Close, Lightcliffe, Halifax, West Yorkshire HX3 8SQ Tel: 01422 202895 / 07840 272051 / 07510 557484 Email: rsgibson1927@btinternet.com Privetts, Woodlands Road, Brockenhurst, Hampshire SO42 7SF Tel: 01590 622157 Leystone House, Burrelton, Blairgowrie, Perthshire PH13 9NB Tel: 01828 670373 / 07779 830278 Email: dmmgilbo@gmail.com 63 Castleview Avenue, Galston, Ayrshire KA4 8JP Tel: 01563822641 / 07882230715

Address

Fold Name

LEYSTONE

BOLDERBROCK

CLAYROYD

CULLERNE

HEATHERLEY

SPAWWOOD

SANINE

GATCOMBE

SALJEN

THAGGNAM

HEATHERHILLS GLENLIVET

SQUABMOOR

ECKINGTON NEW CLOSE

AUCHENTOSHAN

GLEANN BAGH A CHASTEIL

BVD/Johne’s LEPTO/Johne’s/BVD

Health Status

The Grafters, Stow Road, Bourton-on-the-Water, Gloucestershire 24 Garry Gall, Castlebay, Isle of Barra, Western Isles HS95 5XH Tel: 01871 810853 Email: jgillies65@btinternet.com Lower Toftingall, Watten, Wick, Caithness KW1 5XN Tel: 01955 621257 T & N Gilmartin Contractors Ltd, Gilliesfaulds Farm, Cupar, Fife KY15 4HX Tel: 01334 655512 / 07870 179411 Email: tommy@tngilmartin.co.uk Moseley House, Pembridge, Herefordshire HR6 9HY Tel: 07771 676095 Email: Carl131@yahoo.co.uk Dolgau Llanwrthwl, Llandrindod Wells, Powys LD1 6NU Tel: 01597 810067 / 07773 486442 Att. Manager, Pollok Country Park, Knowehead Lodge, 2060 Pollokshaws Road, Glasgow G43 1AT Tel: 0141 636 6920 / 07919 228071 malcolm Email: paul.brannan@glasgow.gov.uk Website: www.glasgow.gov.uk/parks Ivy Cottage Brough, Dunnet, Thurso, Caithness KW14 8YE Tel: 01847 851695 Email: david.glass@fsmail.net Glenellan Ythanbank, Ellon, Aberdeenshire AB41 7TD Tel: 01358 761775 Email: aekkrglen@hotmail.com Lieu-dit Le Gourneix, 23600 Toulx-Sainte-Croix, France Tel: 0033 587 39 9000 / 0033 608 73 2118 Email: denisglenard@yahoo.fr Birchﬁeld Tomintou,l Ballindalloch, Banffshire AB37 9HX Tel: 01807 580245 / 07880 200070 Email: admin@glenavonestate.co.uk Att: Mr John MacLellan, Glenfernate, Enochdhu, Perthshire PH10 7PL Tel: 01250 881215 Tobermory, Isle of Mull, Argyll PA75 6QE Tel: 01688 302321 Email: enquiries@glengormcastle.co.uk Website: www,glengormcastle.co.uk Per Ms Thea Groves, Farm Manager, Arkady Ltd, c/o Stoneﬁeld Glenmassan, Dunoon, Argyll PA23 8RA Tel: 01369 706640 / 07799 304013 Email: theagroves@gmail.com Eairy Moar Farm, Glen Helen, Isle of Man IM4 3NP Tel: 01624 801020 Email: iom@lissenhall.com Venlaw Farm, Pe esshire EH45 8QG Tel: 01721 722040 Email: venlawfarmpe es@btinternet.com Website: www.louise-walker.sagenet.co.uk Rosehead, Greeness, Cuminestown, Turriff AB53 8HY Tel: 01888 544582 Email: linda-gordon@hotmail.com Whitehall Farm, 26-32 Kirkgate Street, Holme Next the sea, Hunstanton, Norfolk PE36 6LH Tel: 01553 691691 Email: dag@crusowilkin.co.uk Beate Bechler Hauptstrasse 26 O T Schmerkendorf 04895 Falkenberg/Elster, Germany Tel: 0049 353652671 Email: oekohof.gotsgarten@t-online.de Website: www.gotsgarten.de Coolkellure House, Dunmanway, Co. Cork, Ireland Tel; 00353 8723 99755 Email: michael.gottestein@teagasc.ie Le Cloitre de Bodelio, 56220 Malansac, France Tel: 0297 66 1656 Email: gouez.capitaux@wanadoo.fr

Mr P Gilder Mr John Gillies

Ms Marie Anne Gouez

Mr Michael Gottstein

Gotsgarten Organic Farm

Mr David Gorton

Messrs K & L Gordon

Mr GM Goldstraw

Sir Robert Goff

Glenmassan Estate

Glengorm

Glenfernate Estate

Glenavon Estate Ltd

Monsieur Denis Glenard

Mr & Mrs A & E Glen

Mr D Glass

Glasgow City Council

Mrs Valerie Anne Gipps

Mr Carl Gilmour

Mr Tommy Gilmartin

Mrs Sheila Gillon

Address

Name

BVD

IBR/BVD

Elite

IBR/BVD/Johne’s

IBR/Johne’s

Health Status

BODELIO

DUNGAILL

GOTSGARTEN

THE HOLME FOLD

ROSEHEAD TEUCHAR

VENLAW

EAIRY MOAR

GLENMASSAN ESTATE

GLENGORM

GLENFERNATE

GLENAVON

GLEANN AIRD

GLENELLAN

BURIFA

POLLOK

GLASLYN

PEMBRIDGE

GILLIESFAULDS

AVIEDALE

BEINN NAN CARNAN

Fold Name

Address

Inversnaid Lodge, Inversnaid, By Aberfoyle, Stirlingshire FK8 3TU Tel: 01877 386254 Email: info@inversnaidphoto.com Website: www.inversnaidphoto.com/cattle.htm Mr Roy Graham Drumlast, Donegal Townn, Co Donegal, Eire Tel: 00353 749722014 Mrs Sheena Graham Killochries Fold, Lochwinnoch Road, Kilmacolm, Renfrewshire PA13 4TE Tel: 01505 873627 Website: www.killochriesfold.com Mrs Valerie C Graham Hunter House, Edmundbyers, Co Durham DH8 9PA Tel: 01207 255297 / 07977 471363 Email: v.cgraham@hotmail.co.uk Ms Kate Graham Heip Hill House, Greensidehall Road, Hawick, Scottish Borders TD9 7HE Tel: 01450 374772 / 07791 117425 Email: shankendfarming@gmail.com Mr Marco Grangetto via Roma 43, Cavallemaggiore (CN) 12030, Italy Email: marco.grangetto@yahoo.it Mr William J Grant Lower Old Mill, Turriff, Aberdeenshire AB53 8BN Tel: 01888 560055 Mr J P Grant Rothiemurchus Estate Office, Dell of Rothiemurchus, Aviemore, Inverness-shire PH22 1QH of Rothiemurchus Tel: 01479 810858 Email: office@rothie.net Website: www.rothiemurchus.net Messrs Michael Gray Stonebridge Farm, Little Walden Road, Little Walden, Saffron Walden, Essex CB10 1VZ & Hazel Gray Tel: 01799 527055 Email: stonebridgefarmhouse@btconnect.com Mr D Greenhaugh 38 Liverpool Road, Chester, Cheshire CH2 1AQ Tel: 01244 378858 / 07761 214979 Email: mail@davidgreenhaugh.com Mr J & Mrs D R Greenwood West Farm, Thimbleby, Northallerton, North Yorkshire DL6 3PU Tel: 01609 883004 Email: debra.greenwood@btinternet.com Mr G W Griffiths Wyn Griffiths & Sons, Ty Mawr Ucha, Abergele, Clwyd, LL22 8AA Tel: 01745 826239 Mrs Jennifer Griffiths Wallas Fach Cottage, Wick Road, Ewenny, Mid Glamorgan CF35 5AE Tel: 01656 649785 Mrs S Griffiths Ellerdine Grange Farm, Ellerdine, Telford, Shropshire TF6 6QR Tel: 01952 770322 Ms Joy M Griffiths J2 Farming Hisland Aston, Owestry, Shropshire SY11 4JF Tel: 01691 610964 / 07967 050154 Email: joy.griffiths@tggroup.co.uk Website: www.cimfold.co.uk Mrs Sophie A Grover St Gabriels Farm, The Ridge, Cold Ash, Thatcham, Berks RG18 9HX Tel: 01635 863840 Dr J Growcott 4 Hanover Court, Wallingford, Oxfordshire OX10 9GH Tel: 07966 313445 Email: growcottjj@hotmail.com Mr NS Grundon Tara Colley Hill Lane, Hedgerley, Berkshire SL3 4AT Tel: 01753 663111 Email: normangrundon@hotmail.co.uk Dr & Mrs Keith Grundy Thornton Lodge, Horncastle, Lincolnshire LN9 5LB Tel: 01507 522376 Email: p-k.grundy@tiscali.co.uk Mr Nick Grundy Rampsbeck Court, Watermillock, Penrith, Cumbria CA11 0LP Tel: 01768 486415 (day) 486806 (eve) Madame Suzanne Hornihof, 68480 Kiffis, France Guldenschuh Tel: 89403360 Fax: 89404851

Mr Andre Goulancourt

18 Name Fold Name

ABERGELE

THIMBLEBY

THE PHEASANT

COULDREY GRAY

ROTHIEMURCHUS

AUCHRY

AGLIASCO

SHANKEND

DERWENT

DRUMBAR

INVERSNAID

IBR/BVD/Johne’s

HORNIHOF

RAMPSBECK

NOCTON

TARA0

BABRIEL

CIM

THE GRANGE

WALLAS FACH HIGHLAND CATTLE

IBR/Johne’s

Health Status

Address

per Mr Ian Gunn Cairnald House Lybster Caithness KW3 6BT Tel: 01593 721747 / 07831 249055 Email: ian.gunn@jgunn.co.uk Mr Garry Haggart Kargarrie House, Lundie Edzell, Angus, DD9 7QN Tel: 01356 625529 Email: garry.haggart@talk21.com Mr W Haggas Walmsgate Estates (Farming), Low Farm, Walmsgate, Louth, Lincolnshire LN11 8QN Tel: 01507 480360 Mr D Haighton Muckleton Bank Farm, Telford, Shropshire TF6 6RQ Tel: 01939 251128 Email: david@muckletonmeats.com Website: www.muckletonmeats.com Mr Richard W Haldane MBE Cloan Estate Trust, Cloan, Auchterarder, Perthshire PH3 1PP Tel: 01764 662936 / 07968 185633 Email: rwh@cloan.co.uk Mr & Mrs Simon Haley Marland Lodge, Church Bank, Eggleston, Co Durham DL12 0AH Tel: 07968 375307 / 07828 291192 Email: seamfold@hotmail.co.uk Mr Edward Halford 32 Peartree Bungalows, Blackhall Mill, Gateshead, Tyne & Wear NE17 7TW Tel: 01207 561272 / 07968 865591 Email: mariannehalford@talktalk.net Mr W H Hall Haytor, Butlers Lane, Flamborough, Bridlington, East Yorkshire YO15 1PJ Tel: 01262 850273 Email: m-hall077@btinternet.com Mr Timothy J D Hall Old Inzievar House, by Dunfermline, Fife KY12 8HA Tel: 07753 984230 Email: thall1961@hotmail.co.uk Mr Duncan Thomas Handley Quarry Farm, Dorstone, Hereford, Herefordshire HR3 6BL Tel: 01981 550096 / 07867 791626 Email: gildenvale@yahoo.com Website: www.gildenvalefold.com Ms Sarah Hanford 25 Heol Neuadd, Tumble Llanelli, Carmarthenshire SA14 6EL Tel: 01269 831334 / 07966 360306 Email: sezzyhanford1@me.com Mr Paul Harris 28 Wavendon Road, Salford, Bedfordshire MK17 8BA Tel: 07771 883459 Email: paul.harrisriba@googlemail.com Mr & Mrs A Harrison Frith Manor, Baldwins Hill, East Grinstead, West Sussex RH19 2JW Tel: 01342 871414 / 07774 443335 Email: frithmanorfarm@hotmail.com Mr Bill Harrison Blackpotts, Coldingham, Berwickshire TD14 5QE Tel: 01890 771309 Russell Harrison Ltd Stoneythorpe Hall, Southam, Warwickshire CV47 2DL Tel: 01926 811811 Email: russ@rhplc.com Harrock Hall Estate c/o Smiths Gore, 5 Church Street, Clitheroe, Lancashire BB7 2DD Tel: 01200 411050 / 07768 953332 Email: david.steel@smithsgore.co.uk Harthill Highlanders 4 Northlands, Harthill, ShefďŹ eld, S Yorkshire S26 7XZ Tel: 01909 773034 / 07776 055107 Email: renandpete@hotmail.co.uk Ms Karen A Hartland Bishops Wood House, Kiddemore Green Rd, Bishops Wood, Staffs ST19 9AA Tel: 01785 840163 Email: karen.hartland@btinternet.com Mr Steve Hartley Riccarton Farm Cottage, Riccarton, Nr Newcastleton, Scottish Borders TD9 0SN Tel: 01387 376296 / 07917 773327 Email: riccartonfarmcottage@btinternet.com Mr Stuart Hartley Burn House Farm, Newton in Bowland, Clitheroe, Lancashire BB7 3EE Tel: 01200 446393 / 07966 719904 Email: stuarthartley47@yahoo.com Mr & Mrs G Hastie 960 Wildwood Road, Sunbury, Victoria 3429 Australia Tel: 03 97 40 9010 Email: highland@bairnsley.com Website: Bairnsley.com

Mrs G M Gunn

Name

BLACKPOTTS

BVD

BAIRNSLEY

RICCARTON

STRATHGARVE

HARTHILL

STONEYTHORPE

FRITH

HARRIS

BRYNHYFRYD

GILDEN VALE

OLD INZIEVAR

BEACONHILL

KIPPER LYNN

SEAM

CLOAN

ELLERDINE

WALMSGATE

MIDDLE LUNDIE

SWINEY

Fold Name

Elite

Health Status

Mr Philip R Hill

Messrs Nicole & Kurt Hildebrandt Mrs Suzanne Hill

Highland Wagyu

Mr Alan G Higgins

Ms Ali Hibbert

Mr Adam Hewitt

Mr David William Hewitt

Mrs PJ Heriot Maitland

Mrs Jeni Henton

Mr Gary Henry

Miss Kym Henderson

Mr Allan G Hemmings

Mr Ken J Headspeath Jnr

Mrs G Headspeath

Mr Ken Headspeath

Mr JM Hayward

Mr & Mrs T C Hayes

Mr Duncan Havard

Mr Douglas Hatton

20 Name

Kiltimon Lodge, Kiltimon, Ashford, Co. Wicklow Tel: 0872 511852 Email: rburke@sherryﬁtz.ie Little Lodge Farm, Three Cocks, Brecon, Powys LD3 0SW Tel: 01497 847325 Emaill: delveyhavard@hotmail.co.uk Kilcott Mill, Lower Kilcott, Nr Wotton-under-Edge, Gloucestershire GL12 7RL Tel: 01453 843127 Cameley House, Cameley, Temple Cloud, Bristol BS39 5AJ Tel: 01761 451111 Hillocks of Borland, Blacklunans, Blairgowrie, Perthshire PH10 7LA Tel: 01250 882202 Email: upperrosemount@hotmail.com Stylemouth, Hillocks of Borland, Blacklunans, Blairgowrie, Perthshire PH10 7LA Tel: 01250 882202 Email: upperrosemount@hotmail.co.uk 25 Morrison Street, Kirriemuir, Angus DD8 5DB Tel: 01575 575144 / 07789301751 Email: kenneth@highlanddrovers.co.uk Website: www.highlanddrovers.co.uk Gannochy Estate, Per Savills, 12 Clerk Street, Brechin, Angus DD9 6AE Tel: 01356 628621 Email: rwillis@savills.com Craigturra, Woodlands Road, Blairgowrie, Perthshire PH10 6LE Tel: 07739 945806 Email: piper_girl14@hotmail.com Stroquhan Estate, Dunscore, Dumfries DG2 0UP Tel: 01387 820537 Email: garyjhenry@btinternet.com 32 Muir of Aird, Isle of Benbecula, Outer Hebrides HS7 5LT Tel: 01870 602073 / 07803 980082 Errol Enterprises Ltd, c/o D Ogilvie, Smiths Gore, 13 Marshall Place, Perth PH2 8AH Tel: 01738 479180 Email: lewishm@errolpark.co.uk Bank Head, Crosby, Ravensworth, Penrith, Cumbria CA10 3JB Tel: 01931 715000 / 07773 589612 Email: hewitt_bankhead@pentalk.org Nield House Farm, Worcester Road, Harvington, Nr Kidderminster, Worcestershire DY10 4LP Tel: 01562 777651 / 07710 374297 Email: adam.hewitt@btconnect.com Website: www.nieldhousefarm.co.uk Sheardrum, Saline, Dunfermline, Fife KY12 9TA Tel: 01383 852991 The Oaklands, Dam Lane, Biddulph Moor, Stoke on Trent, Staffordshire ST8 7LB Tel: 01782 516294 Email: higgins.oaklands@gmail.com Burnside of Balhaldie, Dunblane, Perthshire FK15 0NB Tel: 07186 823767 / 07500 000035 Email: martine@wagyu.co.uk Website: www.highlandwagyu.co.uk Taille Pins, 26460 Bordeaux, France Tel: 0033 1475 533830 Email: taillepins@free.fr Website: www.taillepins.com Newton House, Much Wenlock, Shropshire TF13 6DB Tel: 01691688609 / 01952727491 / 07970 678642 Email: farmers@chhill.co.uk Website: www.waltonfold.co.uk 11 Roundway Park, Devizes, Wiltshire SN10 2ED Tel: 07774 989120 Email: p.r.hill@hotmail.com

Address

BVD

SORNE

THE WELLBURN

FLODDEN

OAKEN

TREHAFOD

HILLSMOY

WALTON

TAILLE PINS

MOHMAR

THE OAKLANDS

SHEARDRUM

HEWITT

BANK HEAD

ERROL

EILEAN DUBH

STROQUHAN

STIELTURRA

GANNOCHY HIGHLANDERS

IBR/BVD/Johne’s

BVD

Fold Name

KILTIMON HIGHLAND CATTLE

Health Status

Address

Clonmoylan House, Portumna, Co Galway, Eire Tel: 00353 90 9749104 Hitherfields Highland per Mr & Mrs C Tubman Hitherfield, The Hill, Little Somerford, Chippenham, Wiltshire SN15 5BQ Cattle Ltd Tel: 01666 311073 / 07716 776852 (H) / 07917 211834 Email: helen@hitherfieldshighlandcattle.co.uk Dr HA Hoather Oak House, Hassalls, Lane Bridge, Trafford, Chester, Cheshire CH2 4GA Tel: 01244 300742 (eve) / 07801 342072 (day) Email: hugh.hoather@btinternet.com Website: www.pedigreehighlandcattle.co.uk Mrs Carol N Hocknell The Pinfold, Poole, Nantwich, Cheshire CW5 6AL Tel: 01270 628414 Email: metromachineknit@btconnect.com Website: www.metropolitanmachineknitting.co.uk Mr D M W Hodgkiss The Nunnery, Staffield, Penrith, Cumbria CA10 1EU Tel: 01768 870249 Email: keith.ostle@sky.com Herr W.F. Hoffmann Graebenstrasse 10, Hanau, Germany D-63454 Tel: 0049 6181 74797 / 0049 1752474797 Email: hoffmann-hanau@t-online.de Mr Martin J Hollingsworth Shepherds Rough Farm, Ballingham, Herefordshire HR2 6NW Tel: 01432 873143 / 07768 822161 Email: novering@globalnet.co.uk Mr Andrew Holman-West Alscot Estate Office, Atherstone Hill, Stratford upon Avon, Warwickhire CV37 8NF Tel: 01789 450451 Email: alice@alscot.co.uk Website: www.alscot.co.uk Mr Ian Holmes 27 Forester Court, Robinhood, Wakefield, W Yorkshire WF3 3TX Tel: 01132 282428 / 07947 881942 Email: ih01mes@yahoo.co.uk Mrs Teresa Holmes Souteril Laithe, Keighley Road, Trawden Colne, Lancashire BB8 8NL Tel: 07976 367853 / 07977 479304 Email: teresa.holmes@btinternet.com Mr J Home Robertson The Apple House, Paxton House, Paxton, Berwickshire TD15 1SZ Tel: 01289 386354 Email: psmfarming@yahoo.co.uk Mr G Honour Holts Farm, Mansmoor Lane, Charlton-on-Otmoor, Nr Kidlington, Oxfordshire OX5 2UR Tel: 01865 331395 / 07836 557214 Email: grahamhonour@aol.com Messrs Robert & Caryn Hood Chesney Farm, Wansford Road, Driffield, Yorkshire YO25 5NW Tel: 07717 230903 Email: caryn_hood@btinternet.com Messrs Martin & Zum Eichengrund 23, 24790 Schacht-Audorf, Germany Jan-Hendrik Hoof Tel: 0049 4331 1480903 Email: info@hc-kiebitzmoor.de Website: www.hc-kiebitzmoor.de Ms Vivienne Hope Mains of Auquharney, By Hatton, Peterhead, Aberdeenshire AB42 0QU Tel: 01779 841216 / 07976 309606 Email: simonhope@hotmail.com Mrs Janet Hope Trefelli Farm, St David’s, Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire SA62 6PR Tel: 01437 721723 Email: janethope@btinternet.com Hopes Auction Co Ltd Syke Road, Wigton, Cumbria CA7 9NS Tel: 01697 342202 Email: auctioneers@hopesauction.co.uk Website: www.hopesauction.co.uk Miss J Horberry Croft House, Graizelound Fields, Haxey Doncaster S. Yorkshire DN9 2NA Tel: 01427 752230 Email: jillian.horberry@zen.co.uk Mrs Sally House Littlemoor Farm, Littlemoor Road, Mark, Highbridge, Somerset TA9 4NL Tel: 01278 641104 Email: sallyhouse@cpsoutlook.co.uk Mr JW Howat Ja Mar, 53 Crofthead Road, Ayr, Ayrshire KA7 3ND Tel: 01292 260820 Email: ianhowat@hotmail.co.uk

Mrs Lydia Hilty

Name

IBR

Health Status

LITTLEMOOR

GRAIZELOUND

THE GREENHILL

CARN LLIDI

AUQUHARNEY

VOM KIEBITZMOOR

CHESNEY

MANSMOOR

PAXTON

WYCOLLER

BEECHTREE

ALSCOT

NOVERINGS

LAISBACHTAL

NUNNERY

BURNBANK

OAK

HITHERFIELDS

CLONMOYLAN

Fold Name

Mr C James

Mr & Mrs M & S James

Mr Andy Irvine

Mr Hamish ET Irvine

Inverinate Estate

Inverdunning Ltd

Mr GM Innes

Mrs Susan Ingham

Inchmarnock Island

The Countess of Inchcape

Mrs Susan Ievers

Messrs Robert Hyslop & Sons

Mr Donnie Hutton

Ms Hazel Hutton

Mr Stephen & Mrs Rosemary Hunter Herr U Husmann

Mr Geraint & Mrs Eleri Hughes Mr Arto Huhtala

Mr Phillip Hughes

Mr K Howman

22 Name

Ashmere, Felix Lane, Shepperton, Middlesex TW17 8NN Tel: 01932 225445 (home) Email: KHowman@ashgame.com Website: www.highlandcattleborlandfold.com Grey Scar Farm, Stainmore Rd, Bowes, Co Durham DL12 9RH Tel: 07931 731967 Website: www.greyscar.com Bryn Pyll Farm, Trefriw, Conway LL27 0JP Tel: 01492 641379 07802 258306 Email: geraint.hughes@yahoo.co.uk Peralanmaentie 209, 61270 Luopajarvi, Finland Email: huhtala.artomk@netikka.ﬁ Barnhill Farm, Allanton, Shotts, Lanarkshire ML7 5AB Tel: 01501 820433 / 07747 610513 Email: stephenandrosemary@btinternet.com Hof Husmann, Ostbeverner Damm 5, 49536 Lienen, Germany Tel: 0049 5484 1505 / 0049 (0) 171411 0799 Email: mail@hofhusmann.de Website: www.hofhusmann.de Springs Farm Springs Road Keswick Cumbria CA12 4AN Tel: 07816 824253 Website: www.springsfarmcumbria.co.uk 88 Main Street, Thornhill, Stirlingshire Tel: 07885 096249 Ryehill Farm, Sanquhar, Dumfries DG4 6HW Tel: 01659 50632/67460 Email: Rab@redrullion.co.uk New House Farm, Bryngwyn, Rhosgoch, Builth Wells, Powys LD2 3JT Tel: 01497 851671 Email: info@new-house-farm.co.uk Website: www.new-house-farm.co.uk Manor Farm, Clyffe, Pypard, Swindon, Wiltshire SN4 7PY Tel: 01793 731223/242 / 07825 326446 Email: paul.prictor@btconnect.com per Alastair Murray, Port House, Straad, Isle of Bute, Argyll PA20 0QF Tel: 01700 500132 / 07712 537343 Email: irene.adams@me.com Fold Cottage, Lower Red Brink, Hubberton, Sowerby Bridge, West Yorkshire HX6 1PA Tel: 01422 839840 / 07917 210349 Email: suzingham@hotmail.com Oldtown, Newmachar, Aberdeenshire AB21 7PR Tel: 01651 862333 East Gogar, Blairlogie, Stirling FK9 5QB Tel: 01259 727600 Email: gordon@inverdunning.com Att: Janet MacLeod, Smech Management Co Ltd, Inverinate, Kyle of Lochalsh, Ross-shire IV40 8HB Tel: 01599 530055 / 07771 777196 Email: janet.macleod@smech.co.uk Craigluscar Farm, Dunfermline, Fife KY12 9HT Tel: 01383 727222 / 07989 000000 Email: hamish@craigluscarfarm.co.uk Website: www.craigluscarfarm.co.uk 28 Wilsons Road, Hareshaw, Cleland, Lanarkshire ML1 5NA Tel: 07971 899456 Email: arirvine@orange.net Lowcroft House Farm, Jinny Lane, Roughlee, Lancashire BB12 9LL Tel: 01282 611175 Email: martin@mj-supplies.com Ard Daraich Lochdon Isle of Mull Argyll PA64 6AP Tel: 01680 812421 / 07900 692973 Email: torosay@aol.com Website: www.torosay.com

Address

Elite

IBR

KILLILAN

DUMYAT

NEW MACHAR

LOWER RED BRINK

INCHMARNOCK

SLIABH

NEW HOUSE

REDRULLION

SPRINGS

HOF HUSMANN

HUNTERS

LAKEUDEN HIGHLAND

UCHELDIR

STAINMORE

BORLAND

Fold Name

TOROSAY

JINNY CROFT

SPOUTCROFT

CRAIGLUSCAR FARM FOLD

IBR/BVD/Johne’s

IBR/BVD

BVD

Elite

Health Status

Address

Chinslade Farm, Cherington, Shipston on Stour, Warwickshire CV36 5JB Tel: 01608 686992 / 07710 519716 Email: jonathanjameson@btinternet.com Mr Jon Janett Davo San Jon 42, CH-7559 Tschlin, Switzerland Email; jjanett@janett.ch Website: www.janett.ch Dr S Janz Billerbeck 6, 29465 Schnega, Germany Tel: 0049 5842 9819055 Email: dr.stephan.janz@t-online.de Website: www.highlandcattle-jiggel.de Mr Tim Jeffrey Edgewold Easingwold Road Huby York YO61 1HJ Tel: 01347 811120 / 07736 106323 Email: timjeffrey@tiscali.co.uk Mr & Mrs B Johnson Hill Top House, Beaulieu, Hampshire SO42 7YG Tel: 01590 612731 / 07836 247896 Email: bretros@aol.com Ms Barbara Johnston New Laithe Arkleside, Horsehouse, Leyburn, North Yorkshire DL8 4TU Tel: 01969 640463 Email: jbarbara.johnston@gmail.com Dr & Mrs PM Jones Mynydd Tegfan, Gwaenysgor, Rhyl, Flintshire LL18 6EP Tel: 01745 334510/850183 HME / 07876 122629 Email: peter.jones@cambrianhomecare.co.uk Mr Glyn Jones Dolcoion Rhosygell, Devilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Bridge, Aberystwyth SY23 4RB Tel: 01974 282425 Email: dolcoion@btinternet.com Mr Simon & Chestnut House, Crosby, Garrett, Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria CA17 4PR Mrs Lindsay Jones Tel: 01768 372698 Email: simon.jones62@btinternet.com Mr Peter Jones Castlekelly, Glenasmole, Dublin, 24, Eire Tel: 00353 145 26694 086 349 5857 Email: petjones24@hotmail.com Website: www.glenasmolefarm.ie Messrs Gareth & Kate Jones Court Farm, c/o Oaklands D ins Green, Callow End, Worcester WR2 4UE Tel: 07968 597830 Email: crsmalvern@yahoo.com Mr David Jones Ddol Llanbadarn - Fynydd Llandrindod Wells, Powys LD1 6YF Tel: 07771 955089 Email: david@ddolfarm.co.uk Mr Martin Jones Rhownlar Country House, Aberdovey, Gwynedd, Caernarfonshire LL36 9HT Tel: 01654 711654 Email: dmj1@mail.com Mr Gerard Jourdan Manoir du Marais, St Martin de Boscherville, 76840 France Tel: 00 33 235 320131 / 00 33 607 481 227 Email: mfjourdan@neuf.fr Mr Josef Kamensky 4 The Square, Cladich, Dalmally, Argyll PA33 1BQ Tel: 07815 475704 Messrs Ray & Ann Kavanagh Stephenstown, Twomile Hse, Naas, Co Kildare, Eire Tel: 0877 922791 Email: raykavanagh2@gmail.com Mr Stephen Kay Forebrae Butterstone, Dunkeld, Perthshire PH8 0HJ Tel: 07971 809226 Email: stanhope1@blueyonder.co.uk Mr Graeme Keep Sycamore Farm, Bramford, Ipswich, Suffolk IP8 4NN Email: g.keep@btconnect.com Mrs Deirdre Kelly Banks Cottage, Wiggonholt, Pulborough, W Sussex RH20 2EL Tel: 01798 873106 / 07879 404023 Email: dkelly28@googlemail.com Mrs Yvette Kendall Harrowbridge Hill Farm, Commonmoor, Liskeard, Cornwall PL14 6SD Tel: 01579 320509 Mrs S Kennedy The Tower, Elsdon, Northumberland NE19 1AA Tel: 01830 520638 / 07801 018459 Email: middlemarch@btconnect.com

Mr J Jameson

Name

IBR

CHEDLEY

FOREBRAE

SIDEGATE

TRUBAC

BOSCHERVILLE

HILLTOP

COURT FARM

GLENASMOLE

THE STILL

MYNACH

MYNYDD TEGFAN

COVERDALE

HERCULES

EDGEWOLD

JIGGEL

TSCHLIN

BALTINGLASS

Fold Name

MIDDLE MARCH

HARROWBRIDGE HIGHLANDERS

WIGGONHOLT HIGHLANDERS

IBR/LEPTO/BVD

Health Status

Mr J A Lacey

Mr S.E.R. Krause Mr J Kreuger Mr Iain Kyle

Mr Howard Konick

Mrs P Knox

Mr & Mrs Andrew Knight Messrs Knipe & Dickinson Family Mr Kenneth Knott

Frau Gisela Klosner

Mr Christoph Klinger

Mr & Mrs A Kirkpatrick

Kinloss Farms Ltd

Killochries Fold

Mr David Keys

Mr & Mrs Philip Kettle

Mrs A M Kershaw

Mr RC Kerry

Mr Mark Kenyon

Mr B Kennedy

Mr Alan Kennedy

24 Name

7 Thirdpart Holdings, West Kilbride, Ayrshire KA23 9QB Tel: 01294 823339 / 07789 743437 Email: a.kennedy123@btinternet.com Unthank Cottage, Ewes Langholm, Dumfriesshire DG13 0HW Tel: 01387 380684 Fir Tree Cottage, Wheal Rose Scorrier, Redruth, Cornwall TR16 5DF Tel: 07917 156661 Email: buxy_us@yahoo.co.uk 1 Simon Cross, Wickham Market, Woodbridge, Suffolk IP13 OST Tel: 07287 46885 Brookside Farm, Haslingden Old Road, Accrington, Lancashire BB5 3SW Tel: 01706 216491 / 07855 530221 (Matthew) Email: mk1brookside@aol.com Website: www.brooksidenurseries.com 1 Preceptory, Stainby, Grantham, Lincolnshire NG33 5QR Tel: 01476 860099 / 07870 283084 Email: kettlephillip@yahoo.com Website: www.melkett.co.uk Ardentrive Farm, Isle of Kerrera, By Oban, Argyll PA34 4SX Tel: 01631 570938 / 07772 991582 Email: david@ardentrive.fsnet.co.uk Sheraig Cottage, Kilmacolm, Renfrewshire PA13 4TE Tel: 01505 873627 Email: mari@killochries.com Website: www.killochriesfold.com Kinloss House, Cupar, Fife KY15 4ND Tel: 01334 654169 / 07774 788854 Email: chrisaddisonscott@btinternet.com Strathmore, Beith Road, Glengarnock, Beith, Ayrshire KA14 3BX Tel: 01505 683251 Email: ak@glengarnockfold.com Willow Cottage, Wash Lane, Snetterton, Norfolk NR16 2LG Tel: 01953 497003 / 07718 522927 Email: info@willowcottagefarm.co.uk Website: www.willowcottagefarm.co.uk Augustenhofweg 3, D-57334 Bad Laasphe, Germany Tel: 0049 2754 8010 Email: g.klosner@hc-augustenhof.de Website: www.hc-augustenhof.de Scallastle Craignure, Isle of Mull, Argyll PA65 6BA per Miss Hazel Knipe, Laurel Garth, Allithwaite Grange over Sands, Cumbria LA11 7QH Tel: 07792 923996 Email: shorty08@hotmail.co.uk Inchmore Cottage, Glenmoriston, Inverness-shire IV63 7YN Tel: 01320 340349 / 07887 625751 Email: kenneth.knott@forestry.gov.uk Mains of Glentruim, Newtonmore, Inverness-shire PH20 1BE Tel: 01540 673722 Derrycragg Tubber, Co Galway, Eire Tel: 0035 391 633048 / 0035 38 7628 1669 Email: h.konick@gmail.com 25 Kollekollewej, 4560 Vig, Denmark Prattigauerstrasse 4 7260 Davos Switzerland Church View, Roweltown, Carlisle, Cumbria CA6 6LD Tel: 01697 748310 Email: iankyle@glenison.freeserve.co.uk Toll House Lawers, Aberfeldy, Perthshire PH15 2PA Tel: 01567 820561 Email: horncarver@googlemail.com

Address

Elite

IBR/LEPTO/BVD

Fold Name

CALEDONIA

DERRYCRAGG

INNISARD

INCHMORE

SCALLASTLE BARKHOUSE

VOM AUGUSTENHOF

LOCHAN AN T SEILICH

GLENGARNOCK

KINLOSS

KILLOCHRIES FOLD

ARDENTRAIVE

MELKETT

ROUNDHILL

FIR TREE COTTAGE

GOLDENBERRY

BEINN LATHA UR

GLEN KYLE HIGHLANDERS

IBR/BVD/Johneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s

Elite

Health Status

Canna Farm, c/o The East Barn, Sawtrees Farm, Cold Christmas Lane, Thundridge, Herts SG12 7SL Tel: 01279 843991 / 07796 611243 Email: elaine@cannafarm.co.uk Website: www.cannafarm.co.uk Lincluden The Square, Bowmore, Isle of Islay, Argyll PA43 7JP Tel: 01496 810613 / 07901 575540 7 King Edward Court, King Street, Invergordon, Ross-shire IV18 0RF Tel: 01349 853105 / 07754 411460 Millstones, Threxton Est. Nr Watton Thetford Norfolk IP25 6LT Tel: 01953 883285 / 07850 623839 Email: terrylake@threxton.org.uk North Haven, Marks Lane, Santon, Downham, Brandon, Suffolk IP27 0TL Tel: 01842 812558 Email: bland@doctors.org.uk Roby Gunnarstorp 585, 98 Linkoping, Sweden Tel: 0046 138 5026 / 0046 706865026 Email: s.c.larsson@gmail.com C/o Mr Mike Thompson, Bell Ingram Ltd, Durn Isla Road, Perth, Perthshire PH2 7HF Tel: 01738 621121 Att: Mrs Sheila Bruce, Lawers Home Farm, Comrie, Perthshire PH6 2LT Tel: 01764 670050 / 07796 335342 Email: estate.office@lawers.co.uk 10 The Cottage Courtyard, Stafford Avenue, Halifax, West Yorkshire HX3 ODF Tel: 01422 323038 Email: gordon.susan2@btinternet.com 31 St John’s Ave, Pilling, Preston, Lancashire PR3 6HD Tel: 01253 799935 Email: jml2@mypostoffice.co.uk per Mr Gyle Lawrie, Saval Beg Farmhouse, Lairg, Sutherland IV27 4ED Tel: 01549 402305 / 07751 139403 33 Church Lane, South Wingfield, Derbyshire DE55 7NJ Tel: 01773 833823 / 07889 413547 Email: sallyann.leighton@gmail.com Website: www.headlandfold.com Laggan Ulva, Ulva Ferry, Isle of Mull, Argyll PA73 6LT Tel: 01688 500245 Russell Farm, Leeds Road, Otley, Leeds LS21 1DL Tel: 01943 462665 Email: andrewgletten@btconnect.com Website: www.chevinfencing.co.uk Gutsbetrieb Ulmberg, Lochwisstrasse 1, 8272 Ermatingen, Switzerland Tel: 0041 71 660 1070 / 0041 797 429302 Email: g.leutenegger@natur-konkret.ch Website: www.natur-konkret.ch Les Sordets, Chiddes 71220, France Tel: 0385 596838 Email: jplnd@cedico.eu per David Shaw, Drimnin Estate, Drimnin By Lochaline, Oban, Argyll PA80 5XS Tel: 01277 352567 / 01967421700 / 07979 762929 Email: thehermitage@drimnin.com Chez le Meunier, Marillac le Franc, La Rochefoucauld 16110, France Tel: +33 545635807 / +33 6855 38054 Email: lama.de.garenne@wanadoo.fr Estate Office, Leys Castle, Inverness, Inverness-shire IV2 6AF Tel: 01463 234713 / 07549 172365 Email: hugh.saggers@yahoo.co.uk RichthofenstaBe Delmenhorst, 27755 Germany Tel: 0049 4221 23984 / 0049 791 095452 Email: info@greenfieldherde.de Website: www.greenfieldherde.de

Mr Nick& Mrs Elaine Lacey

Herr Gerold Lintelmann

Leys Castle Farm

Mme I Leydier Delavallade

Monsieur Jean-Pierre Levy-Neumand Mr Derek Compton Lewis

Mr Andrew G Letten & Ms Deborah Simpson Mr Guido Leutenegger

Mr Robert Leitch

Mr & Mrs S Leighton

Mrs Connie Lawrie

Mrs Josephine Lawrenson

Mr GR Lawrence

Lawers Estate

Mrs M W Lauder

Mr s Christian Larsson

Dr W Landells

Mr T J Lake

Mr James Laing

Mr D & Mrs K Laing

Address

Name

IBR/LEPTO

IBR/LEPTO/BVD

IBR

IBR/LEPTO

Elite

Health Status

OF GREENFIELD

LEYS

DE GARENNE

DRIMNIN

DOMAINE DE GOLAINE

CHEVIN

DUNMOR

HEADLAND

LAGG

RUANE

DANECOURT

LAWERS HOME FARM

KILLUNDINE

BLACK AND WHITE

NORTH HAVEN

THREXTON

STAC A CHAGAIR

CANNAFARM

Fold Name

Address

Att: Archie McArthur, General Manager, Ormsary Estate Office, Lochgilphead, Argyll PA31 8PE Tel: 01880 770700 07767 380241 Email: archie@ormsary.co.uk Lady Lithgow Att: Archie McArthur, General Manager, Ormsary Estate Office, Lochgilphead, Argyll PA31 8PE Tel: 01880 770700 07767 380241 Email: archie@ormsary.co.uk Sir William Lithgow, Bt Ormsary Estate Office, Lochgilphead, Argyll PA31 8PE Tel: 01880 770700 Email: enquiries@ormsary.co.uk Website: www.ormsary.com Sir William J Lithgow, Att: Archie McArthur, General Manager, Ormsary Estate Office, Lochgilphead, Argyll PA31 8PE Bt & Son (Ormsary) Tel: 01880 770700/770253 / 07767 380241 Email: archie@ormsary.co.uk Prof Klaus P. Littmann Harzburger Strasse 16, 38124 Braunschweig, Germany Tel: 0531 696565 Llety Mawr Farm Enterprises Llety Mawr, Llangadfan, Welshpool, Powys SY21 0PS Tel: 01938 820700 Email: amanda.tomkins@bordersoftware.com Website: www.lletymawr.co.uk Lochaber Forest District per Kenneth Knott, Torlundy, Fort William, Inverness-shire PH33 6SW Tel: 01397 702184 / 07887 625751 Email: kenneth.knott@forestry.gsi.gov.uk Lochs & Glens Holidays Att: Chris Lumb, School Road, Gartocharn, Alexandria, Dunbartonshire G83 8RW Tel: 01389 713715 / 720 Email: chris.lumb@lochsandglens.com Website: www.lochsandglens.com Mr Peter Logan West Knockbain Farmhouse, West Knockbain Mains, Munlochy, Ross-shire IV8 8PG Tel: 01463 819942 / 07774 197418 Email: peter@plhhltd.com Mr Minto Lohoar Manor Farm, Keyston, Huntingdon, Cambs PE28 0RX Tel: 01832 710333 Mrs Ann Lomas Allstone Lea Farm, Combs High Peak, Derbyshire SK23 9UY Tel: 01298 812486 Email: ann.lomas@btinternet.com Mrs Heather Long Dunesk House Lasswade Midlothian EH18 1HE Tel: 0131 654 2424 / 07831 595960 Email: hel@dimesk.com Messrs Euan & Penny Loudon Easter Deuglie House, Glenfarg, Perthshire PH2 9QJ Tel: 07817 583678 Emaill: easterdeuglie@gmail.com Mrs Sue Lowe Glaick Croft, North Kessock, Inverness IV1 3XG Tel: 01463 731531 Email: grant-lowe@sky.com Mr Edward Lowman The Fold Pyworthy, Holsworthy, Devon EX22 6SX Tel: 01409 259178 / 07979 838519 Email; lowman6sx@btinternet.com Mr R J Lund East Clough Farm, Garsdale, Sedbergh, Cumbria LA10 5PW Tel: 01539 620895 / 07974 126397 Ms J J Lunney 33 Hamilton Place, Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire AB15 4AX Tel: 01224 638990 Email: lunneys@me.com Messrs M & J Luscombe New Friars Garth Farm, Malham, Skipton, North Yorkshire BD23 4BY Tel: 01729 830608 / 07932 661266 Email: info@malhamfarm.co.uk Website: www.strathmorefarm.co.uk Maureen MacArthur Newhouse, Heights of Inchvannie, Strathpeffer, Ross-shire IV14 9AE & John Ashton Tel: 01997 421447 / 07768 234589 Email: allanfearnhighlanders@googlemail.com Mr A J MacColl Sealladh Na Mara, Glengorm, Tobermory, Isle of Mull, Argyll PA75 6QD Tel: 01688 302184 / 07787 436542 Email: maccoll184@btinternet.com Mrs M MacDonald 20 Balivanich, Benbecula, Western Isles HS7 5LA Tel: 01870 602129 Email: margaret.druimdearg@virgin.net

Mr John A Lithgow

26 Name

MIUNGAIRIGH DRUIMDEARG

IBR/BVD/Johne’s

ALLANFEARN

BRANDCLIFFE

ANNA BEN

EAST CLOUGH

TAMERTON

GLAICK

EASTER DEUGLIE

PEATHAUGH

ALLSTONE

KEYSTON

KNOCKBAIN

ACHRAY

GARRY PINEWOOD

LLETY MAWR

BUCHWIES

ORMSARY

CARSAIG

INVER

Fold Name

Elite

BVD/Johne’s

Elite

LEPTO/Johne’s/BVD

IBR/LEPTO/Johne’s

Health Status

Address

Ardbhan Kyles, Bayhead, North Uist, Outer Hebrides HS6 5DY Tel: 01876 510268 / Ena 07970 218904 Email: ardbhancattle@aol.com Mrs Ena MacDonald Ardbhan, Kyles, Bayhead, North Uist, Outer Hebrides HS6 5DY Tel: 01876 510268 / 07776 064785 Email: ardbhancattle@aol.com Mr Fraser MacDonald Ardbhan Fold, Kyles, Bayhead, North Uist, Outer Hebrides HS6 5DY Tel: 01876 510293 Email: ardbhancattle@aol.com Mr Finlay Macdonald Kinlochroag, South Gisla, Stornoway, Isle of Lewis HS2 9EN Tel: 01851 672368 / 07831 109875 Email: kinlochroag@gisla.co.uk Website: www.highland-coos.com Ms Michie MacDonald Auchleeks, Trinafour, Pitlochry, Perthshire PH18 5UF Tel: 07196 483263 Email: michie.macdonald@gmail.com Mr William MacDonald Tormore Farm, Dunbeath, Caithness Major H R MacDonald-Haig Borlum Farm, Drumnadrochit, Inverness-shire IV3 6XN Mrs Ali MacDonell Glenfeshie Estate Ltd, Glenfeshie, Kincraig, Kingussie, Inverness-shire, Inverness-shire PH21 1NX Tel: 01540 651739 Email: ali@glenfeshie.f4p.co.uk Mr C MacFadyen 17/18 Borve, Portree, Isle of Skye IV51 9PE Tel: 01357 521255 / 07774 788864 Email: cameron.macfadyen@btinternet.com Mr S MacFarlane Ashmore, Home Farm, Bridge of Cally, Blairgowrie, Perthshire PH10 7JW Tel: 0250 886 248 Mr Angus Edward Ar Teaigh, Portsonachan, by Dalmally, Argyll PA33 1BJ MacGillivray Tel: 01866 833423 / 07917 070344 Email: macgills@btinternet.com Mr James A MacGillivray Knockalla, Garmony Farm, Garmony, Craignure, Isle of Mull, Argyll PA65 6BA Tel: 01680 812193 / 07879 474048 Email: pennygowan@hotmail.co.uk Website: www.pennygown-highland-cattle.co.uk Misses Shona & Knockalla Garmony Farm, Craignure, Isle of Mull, Argyll PA65 6BA Kerrie MacGillivray Tel: 01680 812193 Email: pennygown@hotmail.co.uk Website: www.pennygownfarm.co.uk Mr D J MacGillivray Pennygown Farm, Aros, Isle of Mull, Argyll PA72 6JN Tel: 01680 300335 / 07770 598324 Email: donaldmacgillivray@btinternet.com Website: www.pennygownfarm.co.uk Karen & Michael Macgregor Port An Aiseig, Glenborrodale, Acharacle, Argyll PH36 4JP Tel: 01972 500263 Email: info@michael-macgregor.co.uk Website: www.michael-macgregor.co.uk Mrs Ashley MacGregor Burnhead Farm Kilsyth N Lanarkshire G65 9LG Tel: 01236 822038 Email: ashleymacgregor@sky.com Mr Iain MacKay Torloisk Farm, Ulva Ferry, Isle of Mull, Argyll PA74 6NH Tel: 07775 875860 Email: torloisk@gmail.com Mr Ewan Mackay 47 Main Street, Killearn, Glasgow, Strathclyde G63 9RL Tel: 01360 551604 / 07554 421754 Mr John M Mackay 29 Harris Crescent, Old Kilpatrick, Dunbartonshire G60 5LH Tel: 01389 382318 / 07793 766851 Email: jogode@ntlworld.com Mr Murray Mackay Zantra Ltd, Garden Farm, The Town, Great Staughton St, Neots, Cambridgeshire PE19 5BE Tel: 01480 861066 / 07776 198556 Email: murray@zantra.com Website: www.zantra.com Misses Eilidh & Kate MacKay Lagganulva Farm, Ulva Ferry, Isle of Mull, Isle of Mull PA7 6LT Tel: 01688 500139 Email: lagganulva@gmail.com

Mr & Mrs A A MacDonald

Name

KILPATRICK RATTAR LEPTO/Johne’s/BVD

TORR BAN

GLENGOYNE

CNOC NA SITH

PROVAN

EILEAN MOR

PENNYGOWN

GARMONY

AM SIDHEAN

BORVE

BORLUM GLENFESHIE

KINLOCHROAG AUCHLEEKS

ARDBHAN

Fold Name

Elite

IBR/BVD/Johne’s

LEPTO/Johne’s/BVD

Health Status

Mr Murdo MacLeod

Mr John Niall MacLeod

Mr Johnny MacLeod

Mr & Mrs A & S MacLean-Bristol Major N MacLean-Bristol, OBE, DL Mr DJ Maclennan MRCVS MBE Mr I A M MacLeod

Mr William MacLean

Mr Murdo MacLean

Mr Ron MacLean

Miss Mary MacLean

Mr & Mrs J Mackie

Mr C T Mackenzie

Dr G MacKenzie

Mr Kenneth N MacKenzie

Mr & Mrs J. S. MacKenzie

Mr & Mrs D & F MacKenzie

Mrs M MacKenzie

A & A MacKenzie

Mrs P MacKay-Scobie

Mr A R Mackay

28 Name

Tigh Cuileann Achnagoul by Inverary Argyll PA32 8XT Tel: 01499 302677 / 07810 785078 Email: caledoniancowboy@me.com Coulmore, North Kessock, Inverness, Ross-shire IV1 3XB Tel: 01463 731212 & McCall, Scourie, Lairg, Sutherland IV27 4TG Tel: 01971 502061/502015 The Schoolhouse, Canisp Road, Lochinver, Sutherland IV27 4LH Tel: 01571 844487 Email: kmacclashnessie@gmail.com The Croft, Moss Side, Nairn, Morayshire IV12 5NZ Tel: 07761 782699 Lochnell Estate, Benderloch, Oban, Argyll PA37 1QT Tel: 01631 720213 Email: smackenzie@obantimes.co.uk 24 Borve, Portree, Isle of Skye, Inverness-shire IV51 9PE Tel: 01470 532 391 Email: johnmackenzie25@btinternet.com Earisdal, 66 Sherifﬂats Road, Thankerton, Biggar, Lanarkshire ML12 6PA Tel: 01899 308009 Email: mackg@btinternet.com Scaliscro Estate, Uig, Isle of Lewis, Outer Hebrides HS2 9EL Tel: 01851 672325 Email: enquiries@scaliscro.co.uk Merkland House, High Kype Road, Sandford, Strathaven, Lanarkshire ML10 6PR Tel: 01357 522811 / 07802 389046 Email: john@merklandhouse.com Website: www.merklandhouse.com Lochnell Home Farm, Benderloch, Oban, Argyll PA37 1QU Tel: 01631 720220 8 Corntown, Conon Bridge, Ross-shire IV7 8DN Tel: 07909 543137 Old School House, Croachy, Aberarder, Inverness, IV2 6UB Tel: 01808 521210 Email: mu.maclean@yahoo.com Inverglen, Barcaldine, By Oban, Argyll PA37 1SG Tel: 01631 720560 The White House, Grishipol, Isle of Coll, Argyll PA78 6TE Tel: 01879 230247 / 07774 153374 Email: alex@grishipol.co.uk Website: www.grishipol.co.uk Breacachadh Castle, Isle of Coll, Argyll PA78 6TB Tel: 01879 230353 / 07919 456980 Email: nmbcoll@aol.com Old Corry, Broadford, Isle of Skye, Inverness-shire IV49 9AL Tel: 01471 822229 Cringletie Farm, Eddleston, Pe es EH45 8PL Tel: 01721 730240 / 07773 898635 Email: ross@afﬁnityworks.net Doune Cottage, Carloway, Isle of Lewis HS2 9AA Tel: 01851 643214 / 07836201818 Email: jroffshore@yahoo.com Balliemore Farm Estate, Kilchrenan, Taynuilt, Argyll PA35 1HD Tel: 01866 833496 Email: niall@ballimore.com Website: www.ballimore.com 17 Uigen Uig, Isle of Lewis HS2 9HX Tel: 07851 672377 / 07785 524826 Email: murdomac@btinternet.com Website: www.mountainviewholidays.co.uk

Address

Elite

BVD

IBR

Health Status

Fold Name

UIGEAN

BALLIMORE

CARLOWAY

CRINGLETIE

OLD CORRY

BREACACHADH CASTLE

GRISHIPOL

WESTER CROACHY

CORNTOWN

BALURE

MERKLAND

SCALISCRO

TINTO

CREAGALAIN

ALAVAL

THE CROFT

COIGACH

SCOURIE

COIREFUAR

Suetts Farm, Suetts Lane, Bishops Waltham, Southampton, Hampshire SO32 1DW Tel: 01489 892362 / 07836 202082 Email: macleod.clarke@btinternet.com 72 Centre Street, Kelty, Fife KY4 0EH Tel: 07706 947510 / 07706 947510 4 Green Road, Kinross, Kinross-shire KY13 8EE Tel: 01577 865325 / 07564 935109 123 Station Road, Kelty, Fife KY14 0SL Callachally Farm, Salen, Aros, Isle of Mull, Argyll PA72 6JN Tel: 01680 300424 Email: macphail@tiscali.co.uk Thorpe Lubenham Frm Prt, C/o Fisher German LLP, 40 High Street, Market Harborough, Leicestershire LE16 7NX Tel: 01858 410200 Website: www.ﬁshergerman.co.uk Gartartan Farm, Gartmore, Stirlingshire FK8 3RT Tel: 07747 046461 Email: colin@acmnicolson.co.uk Rhu Ard, Connel, Oban, Argyll PA37 1PJ Craig Dhu & Biallid Farm, Craig Dhu House, Laggan, Newtonmore, Inverness-shire PH20 1BS Tel: 01528 544200 Email: craig.dhu@virgin.net 8b Shulishader Point, Isle of Lewis, Western Isles HS2 0PU Tel: 01851 870835 Email: imacsween@aol.com Headland, 21 Sands Lane, Badsey, Worcestershire WR11 7EZ Tel: 01386 832100 Mair & Sons (Farmers) Ltd, Manor Farm, Doddington, March, Cambridgeshire PE15 OTN Tel: 01354 740229 Chynalls Farm, Trenear, Wendron Helston, Cornwall TR13 0ER Tel:01326 572661 (day) / 01326 574345 (eve) Ballochyle, by Dunoon, Argyll PA23 8RD Tel: 01369 704412 Att: Miss Claire Lockhead, Peelie Belt, Glassel, Banchory, Aberdeenshire AB31 4DH Tel: 01339 882700 / 07785 301551 Email: clairelockhead@btinternet.com Culmhead Cross, Culmhead, Taunton, Somerset TA3 7DX Tel: 01404 881592 / 07792 399447 Email: highcat1978@yahoo.co.uk Auf Dem Bokelah 8, 27619 Schiffdorf, Sellstedt, Germany Brand Partnership, The Brand, Brand Hill, Woodhouse Eaves, Loughborough, Leicestershire LE12 8SS Tel: 01509 890269 Email: robertcjmartin@aol.com Braemar, Sangomore, Durness, Sutherland IV27 4PZ Tel: 01971 511284 Email: james.mather5038@btinternet.com Website: www.capewrathscotland.org.uk Seabhal 19, Brue, Isle of Lewis HS2 OQW Tel: 01851 840377/291 Email: kenny@bruehighlanders.co.uk Website: www.bruehighlanders.co.uk Caldecote House Farm Upper Caldecote Biggleswade Bedfordshire SG18 9BX Tel: 01767 316209 / 07831 887955 Email: nick.maudlin@ntlworld.com Springmead, Stubhampton, Blandford Forum, Dorset DT11 8JU Tel: 01258 830568 / 07776 016473 Email: sammaughan@hotmail.com

Mr T J B Macleod-Clarke

Mr David Alan Maughan

Mr D W Maudlin

Messrs Matheson

Mr James Mather

Mr Andre Martens Colonel R Martin, OBE

Miss Ruth Marshallsay

Marchburn Farms Ltd

Mrs Kirsteen Manuel

Mr I H Mann

Mr M J Mair

Mr Robert Magan

Mr Iain Macsween

Mr Charles MacPhee Mr Angus Macpherson

Mr Colin MacPhail

Sir Bruce MacPhail

Mr Malcolm MacNaughton Mr H M MacPhail

Mr Bryon MacNaughton

Mr Donald MacNaughton

Address

Name

IBR

Elite

IBR

MARCHBURN

GLENMASSAN

TRENEAR

EASTOL MOOR

BHUAL FHEOIR

BIALLID

THORPE LUBENHAM

CALLACHALLY

LITTLE RANNOCH

RANNOCH

SUETTS

Fold Name

CALDECOTE

BRUE

EILEAN HOAN

THE BRAND

ANT SIATHAMH SONAS

LEPTO/Johne’s/BVD

IBR

IBR/BVD

IBR/LEPTO/Johne’s

Health Status

Address

J2 Farming, Hisland, Oswestry, Shropshire SY11 4JF Tel: 01691 610934 office / 07970 462516 Email: james@jamesmawle.co.uk Website: www.cimfold.co.uk Mr Martin May 1 Malaclate, North Uist, Outer Hebrides HS6 5BX Tel: 07968 164914 Mr Archie McArthur Ormsary Estate Office, Lochgilphead, Argyll PA31 8PE Tel: 01880 770700 OFF 770253 H / 07767380241 / 07881908556 Email: archie@ormsary.co.uk Mr Robert J McArthur 100 Middle Road, Islandmagee Larne, Co. Antrim BT40 3SY Tel: 02893 373033 Mrs Nicola McClung Stichill Eastfield, Kelso, Roxburghshire TD5 7QZ Tel: 01573 470285 / 07926 009310 Mr Michael J McCombe Great House Farm, Earlswood, Chepstow, Monmouthshire NP16 6AT Tel: 01291 652957 / 07770 200136 Email: info@highlandmoos.co.uk Website: www.highlandmoos.co.uk Mrs Liz McCombe Great House Farm, Earlswood, Chepstow, Monmouthshire NP16 6AT Tel: 01291 652957 / 07887 531344 Email: lizmccombe@btinternet.com Mr Gordon McConachie Cuilgrianan, Mill of Newton Insch, Aberdeenshire AB52 6SN Tel: 01464 851294 / 07712 672399 Email: gord.ali@btopenworld.com Website: www.culfoichhighlanders.co.uk Messrs J & M McConachie Culfoichmore Advie Grantown-on-Spey Morayshire PH26 3PN & Son Tel: 01807 510201 / 07801 435489 Email: jim.mcconachie@hotmail.co.uk Website: www.culfoichhighlanders.co.uk Messrs William T & A McCord Craigend Farm, Methven, Perth PH1 3QY Tel: 01738 840288 Mr E McDonough 47 Merton Grove, Astley, Tyldesley, Lancashire M29 7HT Tel: 01942 879841 / 07702968591 Email: eddiemcdonough@hotmail.co.uk Mr Roddy McDougall Flat 2/1, Ashmore Road, Merrylee, Glasgow, Strathclyde G43 2PW (Butchers) Tel: 0141 577 7286 / 0141 883 1207 Email: roddy1959@hotmail.com Mr McGillivray 16 Tryst Park, Larbert, Stirlingshire, FK5 4FN Tel: 01324 579689 Email: andrew_mcgillivray@sky.com Mrs Margaret McGowan Fingask Farm, Dairsie, Cupar, Fife KY15 4RX Tel: 01334 652246 / 07933 741906 Email: fingaskfarm@hotmail.co.uk Mr Archie McIntyre Knockshoggle Farm, Stair, Mauchline, Ayrshire KA5 5PB Tel: 01292 591266 / 07890 772397 Mrs M McIntyre Derisley Farm, 26 High Road, Byfleet, Surrey KT14 7QG Tel: 01932 341586 Mr & Mrs A A McIntyre Cedar Cottage, Enterkine Estate by Ayr, Ayrshire KA6 5AL & Family Tel: 01292 520453 Email: archie.macintyre@hotmail.co.uk Mr Stuart McKay Duiletter Farm, Glenstrae, Dalmally, Argyll PA33 1AP Tel: 07748 226203 Mr I McKay Cnoc Cottage, Creagan, Appin, Argyll PA38 4BQ Tel: 01631 730617 / 07767 066664 Email: Iainmckay@btinternet.com Mr & Mrs James S McKechnie France Farm, Church Road, Gartocharn, Stirlingshire G83 8NF Tel: 01389 830757 / 07733 196667 Email: catfrance@hotmail.co.uk Mr D J McKee 4 Shore Road, Glynn, Larne, Co Antrim BT40 3HQ Tel: 028 28 260656/260955 Mr Tom McKenny Farmers Farm, Stoke-by-Clare, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 8HU Tel: 01787 277153 Email: mckenny@btinternet.com

Mr James Mawle

30 Name

Elite

Non -

BVD

IBR/BVD/Johne’s

Health Status

STOKE BY CLARE

GLYNN

GARTOCHARN

ACHNACROISH

STAIR

BYFLEET

WOODAIRD

WESTER BOWHOUSE

OCHILLVIEW

CULFOICH

GREAT HOUSE

CROC MHOR

BALLYKEEL

MAY

HISLAND

Fold Name

Stonehouse, Brora, Sutherland KW9 6NJ Tel: 01408 621819 / 07836 758540 Email: d.mckenzie67@btinternet.com Hillhead Shrove, Greencastle, Co Donegal, Eire Tel: 00353 74 9381210 La Grande Barbotiere, 10 rue de Marais Doux, 17220 St Vivien, France Tel: +33(0) 546437614 / +33 (0) 643121104 Email: info@mcleanmay.com Website: www.lagrandebarbotiere.com Kilchiaran, Port Charlotte, Isle of Islay, Argyll PA48 7UB Tel: 01496 860238 Heatherlea, Badachro, Gairloch, Inverness-shire IV21 2AB Tel: 01445 741229 / 07887 833237 Email: mairi@mairimcLellan.co.uk Website: www.shieldaigcroft.com 74 Middle Road Saintﬁeld Ballynahinch Co Down. N Ireland BT24 7LP Tel: 02897 510224 / 07900 133642 Craigmore, Farnell, Brechin, Angus DD9 6UP Tel: 01356 629441 Little Grenach Farm, Rothesay, Isle of Bute, Argyll PA20 9PE Tel: 01700 504690/500353 Email: elawrence62@aol.com 5 Marshall Place, Luncarty, Perth, Perthshire PH1 3UU Tel: 01738 828217 Email: mcnaughton244@aol.com Hiltly, By Linlithgow, West Lothian EH49 6PJ Tel: 01506 845541 / 07833 728789 Email: george.mc@btinternet.com Gask House, Balnafoich, Inverness-shire IV2 6XG Tel: 01808 521409 / 07768 664400 Email: gregor.mcnicol@btopenworld.com Website: www.gaskhouse.co.uk High Airyolland, New Luce, Newton Stewart, Wigtownshire DG8 OAU Tel: 01581 600223 Email: nealemcq@btinternet.com Website: www.airyolland.co.uk 12 Clerk Drive, Corpach, Fort William, Inverness-shire PH33 7LE Tel: 01397 772212 / 07831 593095 Email: bob.mcwalter@harbro.co.uk Forgue Fish Farm, Inverkeithny, Huntly, Aberdeenshire AB54 7XD Tel: 01466 730266 / 07713 158128 Email: pat@forgueﬁshfarm.com An Ceathramh Muie, East Rogart, Sutherland IV28 3UB Tel: 01408 641474 Email: alternatives.tain@gmail.com Howe Green Farm, Brandside, Buxton, Derbys, Derbyshire SK17 0SF Tel: 01298 214667 Email: hayley.meerbeek@gmail.com West Mainshill, Maybole, South Ayrshire KA19 7JW Tel: 07884 028118 Email: webmaster@hanensoik.com Little Portocks End, Little Clevelode, Nr Malvern, Worcestershire WR13 6PE Tel: 01684 311456 Email: lordjim1938@gmail.com Javornik 1, Stachy 38473, Czech Republic Email: info@highland-cattle.eu Website: wwww.highland-cattle.eu 130 The Street, Barnery, Norfolk NR21 0AD Tel: 01328 822019 / 07771 370025 Email: circus@kiertzner.plus.com Hamdean Farm, Peopleton, Pershore, Worcestershire WR10 2DY Tel: 01905 840231 / 07957 590322 / 07751 081586 Barna, Mid Mains of Balfour, Fettercairn, Aberdeenshire AB30 1DU Tel: 01561 340451 / 07702 807787 Email: mmiddleton@nhs.net

Mr Iain McKenzie

Mrs Ivana Michalova, FARIM, s.r.o Mr Nigel & Mrs Katrine Middleton Messrs R., D.R. & M. Middleton Mrs Morag Middleton

Mr James Mercer

Herr Detlef Meier

Mrs Hayley Meerbeek

Dr A & B Mearns

Messrs R & P F McWilliam

Mr Bob McWalter

Mr & Mrs N & J McQuistin

Mr George McNeill & Mrs Envera McNeill Mr Gregor McNicol

Mr R McMillan & Mrs E Lawrence Mr R McNaughton

Mr JA McMillan

Mr D McMillan

Mrs Mairi McLellan

Mr & Mrs N & M McLellan

Mr C G McLean May

Mr Thomas McLaughlin

Address

Name

IBR/LEPTO/BVD

IBR

IBR/BVD

Health Status

BARNA

HAMDEAN

HANNE

PORTOCKS

HANENSOIK

HAYTOR

AN CEATHRAMH

FORGUE

AIRYOLLAND

GASK

HILTLY

HILLHOUSE

ISLE OF BUTE

SAINTFIELD

SHIELDAIG CROFT

KILCHIARAN

HILLHEAD

BRINALLAN

Fold Name

Mr John Gareth Morris

Mr Richard Morrell

Mr DG Morgans

Mr C C Morgan

Mr M C Moore

The Moor Partnership

Montreal Estate

Mrs Janet Montgomery

Mr Edgar & Mrs Olga Monteith Mrs M Montgomerie

Mrs Rachel Monk

Mr M J Monk

Mr J J Monaghan

Messrs H & F Moir

Mr Hugh Sydney Mitchell

Mr J G Mitchell

Mr Miklic Milos - Organic Farm Hornberg Mr D Mitchell

Mr David A Miller

Mrs J Miller

Mr M L Miles

Mr Eoin Middleton

32 Name

Barna, Mid Mains of Balfour, Fettercairn, Aberdeenshire AB30 1DU Tel: 01561 340451 / 07702 807787 Willowbrook Tring Road Long Marston, Tring Hertfordshire HP23 4QL Tel: 01296 668164/662352 Grove Farm, Eccup Lane, Eccup, Leeds, West Yorkshire LS16 8AX Tel: 01132 886008 Email: cjmiller@ntinternet.com Website: www.weetwoodfold.co.uk Knockglass Farm, Dunbeath, Caithness KW6 6EG Tel: 01593 731413 / 07799 146887 Email: davidmiller987@btinternet.com Stalcerji 17, 1338 Kocevska, Reka, Slovenia Tel: +38651 349334 Email: hornbergranch@gmail.com Website: www.hornberg.si Upper Cray Farm, Stainland Dean, Holywell Green, Stainland, Halifax, West Yorkshire HX4 9QA Tel: 01422 379273 / 07768 152153 Email: david@dmddesign.co.uk Website: www.highlandbeef.co.uk/www.uppercrayfold.com Idvies Estate, 6 Braehead Road, Letham, Forfar, Angus DD8 2PG Tel: 01307 818505 / 07801 793131 Email: jg-mitchell@zen.co.uk Braelangwell House, Balblair, Ross-shire IV7 8LT Tel: 01381 610247 Email: hugh.mitchell@shell.com Nethermill Croft, Kintore, Aberdeenshire AB1 0UJ Tel: 07774 483522 Email: mmcatto@btinternet.com Kilnaughton House, Port Ellen, Isle of Islay, Argyll PA42 7AX Tel: 01496 302275 / 07768 716574 Email: james@islaycrabxports.co.uk Manor Farm, Chadwich, Bromgrove, Worcestershire B61 0QG Tel: 0121 453 5825 / 07801 916891 Email: studio@lizmonkpottery.com Home Farm, Ravenscar, Scarborough, North Yorkshire YO13 ONH Tel: 01947 880688 76 Seskinore Road, Omagh, Co. Tyrone BT78 1RW Tel: 07989 994015 Titwood Farm, Kilmaurs, Ayrshire KA3 2PN Tel: 01563 523901 / 07836 648414 Email: titwoodequestrian@gmail.com Maison Cazenave, 3 Route d’Arroses, 64350 Crouseilles, France Tel: 33 05 59 68 21 36 Email: janet.montgomery@orange.fr per James Standen, Brook Place, Ide Hill, Sevenoaks, Kent TN14 6BL Tel: 01732 750241 Email: james.standen@themontrealestate.co.uk Invercauld House, Braemar, Ballater, Aberdeenshire AB35 5TS Tel: 07584 067565 Email: jonathan@invercauldhouse.co.uk Woodstock Bower Farm Stoke Buss Tenbury Wells Worcesteshire WR15 8QN Tel: 01885 410443 / 07767 608012 Email: martyncmoore@manx.net Wenallt Llanddeusant, Llangadog, Carmarthenshire, SA19 9TP Tel: 01550 740206 Email: wenallt@wenallt.com Website: www.wenallt.com Blaengorlech Farm, Gwernogle, Carmarthen, Carmarthenshire SA32 7RT Tel: 01267 223253 / 07971 929803 Towthorpe Manor Farm, Fimbar, Drifﬁeld, Yorks YO25 3HD Tel: 01377 236789 Email: richard@morrellfarming.co.uk Birchview Farm, Irlam Moss, Irlam, Manchester M44 5LY Tel: 0161 775 6672 / 07968 960936 Email: jgmorrisltd@googlemail.com

Address

Elite

IBR

IBR/BVD/Johne’s

Health Status

MORDALE

TOWTHORPE

GORLECH

MYNYDD DU

WENMAR

CRAIG LEEK

DIBDEN

MONKCASTLE

TULLYRUSH

RAVENSCAR

CHADWICH

UPPER CORNABUS

FERNIEBRAE

BRAELANGWELL

IDVIES

UPPER CRAY

KNOCKGLASS

WEETWOOD

MAL JAN

Fold Name

Address

5 Prospect Cottages, Upper Harbledown, Canterbury, Kent CT2 9AN Tel: 01227 768372 / 07592 728627 Email: niel.morris@gmail.com Mortimers Farm (C MacLean) Mortimers Farm, Mortimers Farm Ltd, Eastleigh, Hampshire SO50 7EA Tel: 02380 601938 Email: mortimersfarm@btinternet.com Website: www.mortimersfarm.co.uk Mr K Morton Ashley House, Church Lane, Glentham, Market Rasen, Lincoln, Lincolnshire LN8 2EL Tel: 01673 878996 Mr Anthony Mosley 16 Edgecombe Way, St Ann`s Chapel, Gunnislake, Cornwall PL18 9HJ Tel: 01822 833204 Mrs HJ Moulton Bucks Head Farm, Weeford, Lichﬁeld, Staffordshire WS14 0PJ Tel: 01543 481080 Mr & Mrs MP Moy 2 Old Stable Courtyard, 2060 Pollokshaws Road, Glasgow, Strathclyde G43 1AT Tel: 0141 636 5735 / 07919 228071 Email: mlsafaris@tiscali.co.uk Mr James T Muir 3 Old Rome Way, Gatehead, Kilmarnock, Ayrshire KA2 0DR Tel: 01563 530347 / 07712 880704 Email: jamesmuir3470@yahoo.co.uk Messrs T & G Muirhead Ptarmigan House, Blair Atholl, Perthshire PH18 5SZ Tel: 01796 481269 Email: gordon@ptarmiganhouse.co.uk Website: www.ptarmiganhouse.co.uk Muirhouse Farm Partnership FAO Mr Iver, A L Salvesen, Muirhouse Stow, Galashiels, Selkirkshire TD1 2QL Tel: 01578 730221 Email: tor@muirhousefarm.co.uk Website: www.muirhousefarm.co.uk Messrs Colin & Rachel Muller High Ash, Cappers Lane, Spurston, Tarporley, Cheshire CW6 9RP Tel: 01270 878888 Email: crm@muller-property.co.uk Mr & Mrs W L Munro Highland Croft, Tullynessle, Alford, Aberdeenshire AB33 8DB Tel: 019755 62791 / 07876 288304 Mr Donald Murchie Torbeg Greannan, Blackwater, Isle of Arran KA27 8HB Tel: 01770 860200 Email: msglid@tiscali.co.uk Mr Fintan Murphy 75 Stranafeely Rd, Bunlougher Brookesorgh, Co Fermanagh, N. Ireland BT94 4HH Tel: 07920 195066 Email: fmurphy798@c2kni.net Messrs Robert & 388 Richmond Road, Ashton, Ontario, KOA 1BO Canada Brenda Murray Tel: 001 613 257 7961 Email: sunsetfarm@storm.ca Website: www.sunsethighlandcatttle.com Miss Pamela LM Murray Balhearty House, Coalsnaughton, Tillicoutry, Clackmannanshire FK13 6NA Tel: 01259 752343 / 07803 952213 Email: robyn@balhouse.wanadoo.co.uk Herr Beat & Welserstrasse 6 Berlin, 10777 Germany Frau Marion Naegeli Tel: 0049 30 7895 1213 / 00491774002777 Email: beat.naegeli@mac.com Website: www.wartenberg-farm.de Michael & Sally Nairn per James Cameron, Balnabroich Farm, Bridge of Cally, Blairgowrie, Perthshire PH10 7NW Tel: 01250 881254/881214 / 07971 998597 / 07768 314372 Email: info@balnabroich.com Website: www.balnabroich.com National Highland c/o 1779 Broadlands Road, RD1 Reporoa 3081, New Zealand Register Society Inc Tel: 0044 7 333 8538 Email: pandrsoden@xtra.co.nz Website: www.nhr.org.nz Mr T. L. Nelson Kilmaronaig, Connel, Argyll PA37 1PH Tel: 01631 710223 Email: tl.nelson@virgin.net T. L. Nelson 1992 Trust Achnacloich, Connel, Oban, Argyll PA37 1PR Tel: 01631 710796 / 0777 6116920 Sarah Mobile Email: jyn@btinternet.com New Zealand C/- J A McDonald, 220B Oturoa Rd, RD2, Rotorua 3072, New Zealand Highland Cattle Society Tel: 07 332 3953 Email: registrar@highlandcattle.org.nz Website: www.highland-cattle-new-zealand.com/braco Mrs Joyce I A Newby The Woodlands, Nibs Heath, Montford Bridge, Shrewsbury, Shropshire SY4 1HL Tel: 01939 260381

Mr Neil Morris

Name

IBR/BVD/Johne’s

IBR/BVD

IBR

Elite

Health Status

NIBS HEATH

ACHNACLOICH

BALNABROICH

VOM WARTENBERG

BALHEARTY

BUNLOUGHER

TORBEG

TULLYNESSLE

HIGHASH

MURHSE

CORRIEMUCKLOCH

MUIRDAIL

BARVRACK

THE FORBES

MORTIMERS

Fold Name

Mr C D Ormiston

Mr P Oliver & Mrs A. L. Oliver Mr Graham Oliver

Mr SG Oles

Chaz & Lucy Oldham

Mr Marco Oldenhof

Sydney & Maureen OHara

Mr R Ogbourne & Miss S Shaw Mr Jim Ogston

Mr Graham Oddie

Mr Michael J O’Connor

Mr Paul O’Brien

Miss Tracey Noy

Mr William Northwood

Mrs Alison North-Lewis

Mr MA Noble

Messrs A & G Noble

Mrs MB Nielsen

Miss Sarah Nicolson

Mr Roy Nicoll

Mrs Anna Nicholson

Mr James M Newham

34 Name

Pexton Moor Farm, Low Dalby, Thornton le Dale, Pickering, N. Yorks YO18 7LU Tel: 01751 460294 / 07886 941365 Email: jimnewham@hotmail.co.uk Craigdarroch, Main Street, Killin, Stirlingshire FK21 8UW Tel: 01567 820511 / 07884 324911 Email: anna@barranrioch.plus.net 265 Primrose Crescent, Hillyland, Perth PH1 2QW Tel: 01738 565195 Eyre Snizort, Isle of Skye, Inverness-shire IV51 9XB Tel: 01470 532450 Email: sarah.nicolson1@hotmail.com Fredbogard Holtvej, 40 3230 Graested, Denmark Tel: 0045 4839 2550 Email: fredbogaard@fredbogaard.dk Website: www.fredbogaard.dk Larchfield, Strachan, Banchory, Aberdeenshire AB31 6LP Tel: 01330 850316 Email: alasdairnoble@btinternet.com Greenfields, Kirkgunzeon, Dumfries, Dumfriesshire DG2 8JR Tel: 01387 760244 Liddell Hall, Colwell, Hexham, Northumberland NE46 4TW Tel: 01434 681261 Email: al@northlewis.co.uk Apeton Hall Farm, Apeton, Nr Church, Eaton, Stafford ST20 0AE Tel: 01785 823872 / 07870 208869 Email: williamnorthwood@yahoo.co.uk Lower Lady Meadows Farm, Bradnop Leek, Staffordshire ST13 7EZ Tel: 07979 343648 Email: oakwood-highlands@hotmail.com per Mel Smith, 3 Kings Road, Alton, Hampshire GU34 1PZ Tel: 07973 149105 Email: pob@cobbett-hill.com Killaguile, Rosscahill, Co Galway, Eire Tel: 00 353 87 66 97 807 Email: michaeloconnor1972@gmail.com Pasture House Farm, Higher Calderbrook Rd, Littleborough, Lancashire OL15 9NH Tel: 01706 375321 Email: g_oddie@sky.com Bridge House Farm, 2 High Street, North Tiffield, Nr Towcester, Northamptonshire NN12 8AD Tel: 01327 351051 07836 700484 Email: tiffieldhighlands@btinternet.com Innishewan Cottage, Luib, Crainlarich, Perthshire FK20 8QT Tel: 01567 820583 Cnoc Lodge, Creagan, Appin, Argyll PA38 4BQ Tel: 01631 730212 / 07860300000 / 07780673854 Email: maureenohara@btinternet.com Ringkobingvej 42, 7570 Vemb, Denmark Tel: 974825347 234 50522 Email: ins5189@vikingdanmark.dk Oxenpark Farm, Hemyock, Devon EX15 3RT Tel: 07798 642808 Email: lucy@twistedfilms.co.uk Cape St Mary Ranch, 482 Oles Lane, Lopez Island, Washington 98261, USA Tel: 360 468 2961/425 557 7755 Email: oles557@earthlink.net Mutton Hall Farm, Feckenham, Reddich, Worcestershire B96 6HJ Tel: 01562 777836 Carnfield Hall, Carnfield Hill, Alfreton, Derbyshire DE55 2BE Tel: 07915 390135 Email: graham@carnfieldhall.co.uk Website: www.carnfieldhall.co.uk Gelderside, Balmoral Estate, Ballater, Aberdeenshire AB35 5TX Tel: 01339 742353

Address

Elite

BVD

Health Status

Fold Name

CARNFIELD

FECKENHAM

OXENPARK

CNOC

TIFFIELD

PASTURE HOUSE

TAIN UACHTAR ARD

OBRIUSSELL

OAKWOOD

APETON

LIDDELL

GLEANN DAIDH

FREDBOGAARD

EYRE FOLD

DALBY FOREST

21 Bannoch Place, Kilwinning, Ayrshire KA13 7JY Tel: 07842 352064 Waterwynch, Red Roses, Carmarthenshire SA34 0PL Tel: 01834 831801 / 07831 111896 Email: rowston54@gmail.com Website: www.waterwynch.co.uk 1 Dovers Green, Rectory Lane, Shenley, Hertfordshire WD7 9AW Tel: 01707 642217 Email: tinaosborne5@gmail.com Schulweg 8, Blender O T Reer 27337, Germany Tel: 0049 42331361 Email: jhosmers@t-online.de Website: www.hochland-rinder.de Brackenbank Embleton, Nr Cockermouth, Cumbria CA13 9XP Tel: 01768 776697 / 07880 735942 Email: keith.ostle@sky.com Ardnaknockeen, Killorglin, Co. Kerry, Eire Fliskmillan Farm, Newburgh, Cupar, Fife KY14 6HN Tel: 01337 870431 / 07971 230907 Email: james@fliskmillan.com Website: www.fliskmillan.com 9 Corbett Way, Denshaw, Saddleworth, Yorkshire OL3 5SX Tel: 07764 160016 Email: steve1__owen@hotmail.com Larkins, Biddenden, Tenterden, Kent TN30 6TE Tel: 07876 470191 Cockshaw Cottage, Dikes Lane, Great Ayton, N Yorkshire TS9 6HL Tel: 01642 724758 Email: emowens@btinternet.com Snailbridge House, The Moor, Fordham, Ely, Cambridgeshire CB7 5LU Tel: 01638 721526 / 07767 421781 Email: snailbridge@hotmail.co.uk Pyhan Henrikintie 364, 27750 Koylio, Finland Tel: 0035 8405619041 Email: riikka.p@dnainternet.net Website: www.korkeatammi.fi per Roland Pinniger Paradise, Painswick Stroud, Gloucestershire GL6 6TN Tel: 07768 101629 Email: juliet.helliwell@novalis-trust.org.uk Brucefield Farm, Allanton, Shotts, Lanarkshire ML7 5DF Tel: 01501 820726 Email: astuartpark@hotmail.co.uk Roundhill Farm, Kirkstone Road, Ambleside, Cumbria LA22 9ET Tel: 01539 433301 Email: paula@roundhillfarm.co.uk Cocking Farm, Handley Banks, Caverswall, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire ST11 9EX Tel: 07748 116148 Email: plyndon112@aol.com Prebendale House, Empiningham, Oakham, Rutland LE15 8PS Tel: 01780 460234 Larkrise Woodlands, Dousland, Yelverton, Devon PL20 6NB Tel: 01822 854007 Chapel Farm Green Lane, Off Coleshill Rd, Bentley, Altherstone, Warwickshire CV9 2JS Tel: 01827 712330 / 07881 665460 Email: passhighland@btinternet.com Auchlyne Killin, Perthshire, FK21 8RG Tel: 01567 820354 / 07810 862751 Email: emma.paterson@auchlyne.co.uk Woodend Farm, Balfron, Stirlingshire G63 0QB Tel: 07748 494830 La Depraizerie, 50270 Senoville, France Tel: 0033 630 190659 Email: info@victorycattle.com Website: www.victorycattle.com

Mr Fearghus Ormiston

Victory Cattle Ltd Patrick Deschamps & Helena Ambrosiewicz

Mr J Paterson

Mrs Emma Paterson

Mr Steven Pass

Mrs Sarah Paskins

Mr John Partridge

Mr Lyndon Ian Parrish

Mr R Parkinson

Mr S Park

Paradise Communitry Trust

Mrs Riikka Palonen

Sir James Paice

Mr Richard Owens

Mr David Owen

Mr Steve Owen

Ms Lisa O’Sullivan Mr James D J Oswald

Mr K Ostle

Mr Jan H Osmers

Mrs Christina Osborne

Mr David Ormond

Address

Name

IBR/LEPTO/BVD Johnes Level 2

IBR/LEPTO

IBR

Health Status

VICTORY

CARROCHAN

BENMORE

PASS HIGHLAND

IRON MINE LANE

PARTRIDGE

KAITLYN JOY

KIRKSTONE

BRUCEFIELD

BRUN A PARADISE

LOCHAVA

HILL BROOK

VIDAMIR TIDDLE

MAYPOLE

KILLROWAN FLISKMILLAN

NUNNARY

REER

DOVERSGREEN

ROWSTON

Fold Name

Herr Axel Potthoff

Mrs Anne Popham

Mr Michael Poland

E.A.R.L. Plumes Poils

Ms Lisbeth Plenge

Mr Kairo & Mrs Sinikka Pilviste Mr Graeme Pirie

Mr Edward & Mrs Elizabeth Pickard Herr A Piel

Mrs Julia Pick

Miss Laura Phillip

Mr & Mrs Robert Phillip

Mr Trevor Perry

Mr L T & Mrs A M Perkins

Mr Adrian J Perham

Mr Steven J Perez

Mr William John Peoples

Mrs J Peaster

Mr Andrew Christopher Seton Peal Mr Neville William Pearson

Mr & Mrs JRB Peacock

Miss Catriona Paul

36 Name

30 Miller Crescent, Bo’ness, West Lothian EH51 9SR Tel: 01506 822115 / 07896 285050 Email: catriona.paul@btinternet.com St Mary’s Hall, Church Road, Wiggenhall-St Mary-The Virgin, King’s Lynn, Norfolk PE34 3EJ Tel: 07785 361650 Email: jrbpeacock@hotmail.com Hall Farm House, Southrepps, Norfolk NR11 8TG Tel: 07717 494010 Email: andypeal@hotmail.co.uk High House, Westerdale, Whitby, North Yorkshire YO21 2DY Tel: 01287 660552 Quantock Lodge, Over Stowey, Bridgwater, Somerset TA5 1HD Tel: 01278 732252 Annavale House, No 41 Millbay Road, Islandmagee, Larne, Co Antrim BT40 3RG Tel: 02893 382094 / 07968 714791 Email: JohnPeoplesandassociates@btconnect.com Walton Lodge, Matlock Road, Walton, Chesterfield, Derbyshire S42 7LG Tel: 01246 567393 / 07713 091427 Email: info@waltonlodge.co.uk North Stile Farm, Hackness, Scarborough, N. Yorkshire YO12 5TA Tel: 01723 882259 Email: a.perham@btinternet.com Clink Cottage Farm, Marlcliff, Bidford-on-Avon, Warwickshire B50 4NY Tel: 01789 490872 / 07816 877259 Email: amperkins@aol.com Website: www.thistlefoldhighlands.co.uk P O Box 331, Kapunda, Australia 5373 Tel: 0061 885 656261 Email: tip1957@yahoo.co.au Website: www.kyloes.net Green Farm, Hellifield, Skipton, North Yorkshire BD23 4LA Tel: 01729 850217 / 07812 105375 Email: hellifield@highlanders.f2s.com Website: www.hellifieldhighlandbeef.co.uk Green Farm, Hellifield, Nr Skipton, North Yorkshire BD23 4LA Tel: 01729 850217 / 07841 705436 Email: lilygreenfold@hotmail.com Bury Court Farm, Shotteswell, Banbury, Oxfordshire OX17 1JA Tel: 01295 730268 Email: burycourt@aol.com Craigend Farm, Old Mugdock Road, Strathblane, by Glasgow G63 9ET Tel: 01360 770330 Email: edward.pickard@googlemail.com Bellinghausen 9, Burscheid 51399, Germany Tel: 0049 2174 5276 Email: a.piel@netcologne.de Kudema Kula Mustjala vald Saaremaa, 93622 Estonia Tel: 0037 256 678824 / +37256678824 Website: www.highlandcattle.ee Carloway, Longsdale Crescent, Oban, Argyll PA34 5JP Tel: 01631 564087 / 07919 301442 Email: graeme.pirie@scotland.gsi.gov.uk Brandenbjerggaard, Lojeltevej 5, Gunderod, Horsholm 2970, Denmark Tel: 48 28 03 55 Email: lisbeth.plenge@mac.com Isabelle & Raphael Gallay, Ferme de Vauglene, 45 Route de Villes, Bellegarde Sur Valserine 01200, France Tel: 0033 0450485341 Email: gallay.raphael@wanadoo.fr Website: www.plumespoils.com The Stable Yard, Lower Preshaw House, Upham, Southampton, Hampshire SO32 1HP Tel: 01489 891468 Email: michael.poland@virgin.net Website: www.wightconservation.co.uk Shuttleton Farm, Castle Hill, Hemyock, Cullompton, Devon EX15 3RX Tel: 01823 680396 / 07878 719176 Email: anne.popham@btinternet.com Unterpentinghausen 1, 51709 Marienheide, Germany Tel: 0049 2264 201616 / 0049 171 370 7709 Email: axel.potthoff@web.de Website: www.pentinghausen.de

Address

IBR

IBR/BVD

IBR

Health Status

OBERBERG

SHUTTLETON

MOTTISTONE

DE VAUGLENE

CLASHFARQUHAR

RANNA VILLA

VOM BURGHAUS

CRAIGEND

BURY COURT

LILYGREEN

HELLIFIELD

THISTLE

NORTH STILE

STONEDGE

ANNAVALE

QUANTOCK

WESTERDALE

FALGATE

SAINT MARYS

Fold Name

Messrs C & J Reeks

Mr & Mrs J Redpath

Mrs Samantha Rayner

Mr Robert G Rawle

Herr F. Rauch

Mr & Mrs Lindsey Rastall

Rare Stock Farm

Randall Hinchliffe Ltd

Ramsbury Estates Ltd

Mr Jack P Ramsay

Pavel & Ritka Ralo

Mr G J H Rainey

Mr T P Radford

Mr & Mrs HJ Queisser

Mr & Mrs I Proudfoot

Mr Sidney Prince & Ms Tracey Rowley Herr Carl Prinz von Croy

Mrs Beth Prescott-Ballagh

Mr Alan Prentice

Mr & Mrs G & A Powell

Health Status

St Oswald, 86 St Oswald A-8553, Austria IBR/LEPTO Tel: 0043 3468 237 Highland Heritage Farm, Box 2, Site 2, RR2 Olds, Alberta T4H 1P3, Canada Tel: 403 507 8777 Email: proudfooti@aol.com Glenearn House, Bridge Of Earn, Perthshire PH2 9HL Tel: 01738 812822 / 07808 171418 Email: masie.queisser@talk21.com per Daniel Rowbottom, Estate Ofﬁce, Heydour Fm, Heydour, Lincolnshire NG32 3NG Tel: 01400 231133 / 07812 858893 Email: rowbottom2@hotmail.com - send invoices to correspondance email Bates Moor Farm, Foulsham, Dereham, Norfolk NR20 5RS Elite Tel: 01362 684406 Radostna po Kozakovem, Kozakov 12 512 63, Czech Republic Tel: 0042 0483 12448 Email: info@apartmany-kozakov.cz Website: www.apartmany-kozakov.cz Millerston Farm, Mauchline, Ayrshire KA5 5HH Tel: 01290 550997 / 07791 302478 Priory Farm, Axford, Marlborough, Wiltshire SN8 2HA Tel: 01672 520647 Email: valnutland@ramsburyestates.com Middle Haddingley Farm, Haddingley Lane, Cumberworth, Huddersﬁeld, West Yorkshire HD8 8YA Tel: 01484 606390 Per E Hartnell, Coombe Head Farm, Brockley, Combe Road, Bristol BS48 3DG Tel: 01275 472324 / 07710 420804 Email: rarestockfarm@live.co.uk Bungalow Farm, Murcot Rd, Childswickham, Broadway, Worcs, WR12 7HR Tel: 01386 853543 Email: lindsey@lindseyrastall.plus.com Torkelweg 10, A-6824 Schlins, Austria Tel: 0043 5524 2570 Higher Bodley, Parracombe, Barnstaple, Devon EX31 4QN Tel: 01598 763798 / 07855 878190 Email: higherbodley@hotmail.co.uk Website: www.higherbodleyfarm.co.uk Berkyn Manor Farm, Stanwell Road, Horton, Slough, Berkshire SL3 9PE Tel: 01753 682499 / 07500 773285 Email: sjrayner@hotmail.com Website: www.jraynerandsonsltd.co.uk Knowehead Kilry, Alyth, Perthshire PH11 8JA Tel: 01575 560233 / 07801 313853 Email: redpathknowehead@aol.com La Hogue Farm, La Hogue Road, Chippenham, Ely, Cambridgeshire CB7 5PZ Tel: 01638 751128 Email: info@lahogue.co.uk Website: www.lahogue.co.uk

Schurenbrink 25, 59320 Ennigerloh, Germany Tel: 0049 2587 1264 Email: l.potthoff@gmx.net Easter Dalziel Farm, Dalcross, Inverness, Inverness-shire IV2 7JL Tel: 01667 462213 Email: info@easterdalzielfarm.co.uk Glanmiheli Farm, Kerry Newton, Powys SY16 4LN Tel: 07686 670917 Email: gandapowell@daisybroadband.co.uk 8 Westbank, Ravenstruther, Lanarkshire ML11 8NL Tel: 01555 880350 (day) / 07774 866171 Email: hyndfordplant@tiscali.co.uk Abberley Heights, 16 Kowhatu Road, Waimate 7977, South Canterbury, New Zealand Tel: 036891340 / 0275124967 Email: abberley@xtra.co.nz Website: www.abberley.co.nz The Echills Farm, Kings Bromley, Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire DE13 7JG

Herr Karl-Heinz Potthoff

Mr Robert McAulay Pottie

Address

Name

LA HOGUE

MULLABRACK

WINDSOR

LONGSTONE

JAGDBERG

PINCAN DENE

RARE STOCK

HADDINGLEY

TROLLHAGEN

MILLERSTON

APRIL

KELBY

GLENEARN

HIGHLAND HERITAGE

THULLERER

ABBERLEY

HYNDFORD

GLANMIHELI

DALZIEL

SCHURENBRINK

Fold Name

Mr & Mrs H Rowlands

Mr Daniel Rowbottom

Ms Heli Rosvall Mr Evan Rowbottam

Mr & Mrs Douglas Ross

Mrs Caroline Ronald

Mr Matthew Rolleston

Ms Margaret Robinson

Mr R G Robertson

Sir W J D Roberts, Bt Mr P J Robertson

Dr TB Robbins MD

Mr Tom Ritchie

Mrs Amanda Ridley

Mr Thomas Edward Richardson Mr & Mrs A Ridley

Mr Raymond C Richards

Mr Kevin Lee Rice & Mr Philip Martin Mr David J Richards

Mrs F Rice

Herr W Rettenwender

Mr D J S Reid

Mr Huw E Rees

38 Name

19 Bryn Aur, Coedycwm, Ynysybwl, Pontypridd CF37 3JE Tel: 01443 799246 / 07854 696374 Email: huwhorse@gmail.com PO Box 858, Christchurch, New Zealand Tel: 0064 27 433 8225 Email: d.john.reid@xtra.co.nz Jochberg 36, Mittersill/Hollersbach, Hollersbach A-5730, Austria Tel: Munich Off: 089 78594 268 Belstane, Kirknewton, Midlothian EH27 8DQ Tel: 01506 880543 Pollehill Farm House, Scragged Oark Road, Detling, Maidstone, Kent ME14 3HL Tel: 01622 630572 / 07971 360000 Email: KevinLeeRice@hotmail.co.uk Cairnorrie Croft, Methlick, Ellon, Aberdeenshire AB41 7JJ Tel: 01651 806006 / 07889 095579 Email: david.richards661@btinternet.com 3 Ridgeway, Horderley, Craven-Arms, Shropshire SY7 8HW Tel: 01588 680648 per High Butterby Farm, 2 Millgate Cottages Esh, Durham, Co Durham DH7 9RF Tel: 07860 483061 Email: tom_ed_richardson@hotmail.com The Lodge, Cornsay Colliery, Durham, Co Durham DH7 9DB Tel: 01913 734359 Email: cornsaylodge@talktalk.net 46 Commercial Street, Cornsay Colliery, Durham DH7 9BW Tel: 0191 373 3677 Email: andrew@ridleya.fsnet.co.uk Innis Bheag, Middleshaw, Lockerbie, Dumfries DG11 1AJ Tel: 01576 570267 Email: tpritchie@googlemail.com Website: www.middleshawcountryenterprises.co.uk PO Box 257, North Pomfret, Vermont 05053, USA Tel: 802 457 2216 / 802 738 3536 Email: trobbins87239@gmail.com Strathallan Castle, Auchterarder, Perthshire PH3 1JZ Doune of Glendouglas Farm, Luss, Loch Lomond, Dunbartonshire G83 8PD Tel: 01301 702312 Pitgarvie Farm, Laurencekirk, Kincardineshire, AB30 1RB Tel: 01674 840219 / 07919 541707 Email: robertson@pitgarviefarm.co.uk Kilnburn Catton, Hexham, Northumberland NE47 9LR Tel: 01434 618106 Email: djkmr@Kilnburn.greenisp.org 902 Milo Road, Sebec ME 04481 - 3244, USA Tel: 207 343 0188 Email: autumnmistfarm@autumnmistfarm.net Website: www.autumnmistfarm.net Saulmore Farm, Connel, Oban, Argyll PA37 1PU Tel: 01631 710247 Email: billyronald@btconnect.com 40 Brockham Lane, Betchworth, Surrey RH3 7EH Tel: 07717 665667 Email: doug.ross@squarepeg.com Website: www.squarepeg.com Kativaniontie 7, 21555 Taatila, Finland Penwernhir Pontrhydfendigaid, Ystrad Meurig, Ceredigion SY25 6BL Tel: 01974 831265 / 07811 804101 Email: doug.rowbottom@googlemail.com Holme Farm, Kelby, Grantham, Lincolnshire NG32 3AJ Tel: 07812 858893 Email: rowbottom2@hotmail.com Pentrecelyn, Llanbrynmair, Powys SY19 7DZ Tel: 01650521284 / 07971 638727 Email: becky@silverlinning.orangehome.co.uk

Address

BVD

Health Status

Fold Name

CELYN

BRACKENBRAE

RHOS

SQUARE PEG

SAULMORE

KILNBURN

PITGARVIE

STRATHALLAN DOUNE OF GLENDOUGLAS

TRAFALGAR

MIDDLESHAW

WERDNA

CORNSAY LODGE

DUNHOLME

RIDGEWAY

CAIRNORRIE

POLLEHILL

BELSTANE

HOCHALPSCHWENDGUT

TRELISSICK

GARTHOLWG

Address

Att David Laing, Kinnabus Farm, The Oa Port Ellen, Isle of Islay, Argyll PA42 7AX Tel: 01496 300118 Mr Brian J Rutterford 121 Undley Hall, Lakenheath, Suffolk IP27 9BY Tel: 07836 777595 Email: bjr@undley.co.uk Website: www.miscanthuspure.com Mr Kimmo Ruusu Ruusunitie 20, 42100 Jamsa, Finland Dame Theresa Sackler Earlscourt Farm Ltd, Rooks Nest Est Office, Stroud Farm, Ermin Street, Lambourn Woodlands, Berkshire RG17 7SH Tel: 01488 71869 / 07500 229285 Email: robert@rooksnest.net M Florent Sagaert 3 Route d’Anneville, Tourville sur Arques 76550, France Tel: 0235 044026 Email: florent.sagaert@wanadoo.fr Website: www.retraite-pour-chevaux.fr Mr H Saggers Estate Office, Leys Castle, Inverness, Inverness-shire IV1 2AG Tel: 01463 243355 / 07549 172365 Email: hugh.saggers@yahoo.co.uk Messrs Tom & Claire Sample 111 Gilmerton Dykes Road, Edinburgh, Mid Lothian EH17 8PD Tel: 07725 880351 Email: twsample84@hotmail.com Mr Roc Sandford The Managers Cottage, Gometra, Isle of Mull, Argyll PA73 6NA Tel: 07525 751171 Email: gometrafarm@mac.com Mr Marc Scheer 23 Kraiz L - 9651 Eschweiler, Luxembourg Tel: 00352 858004 Email: hce.highlandcattle@gmail.com Website: www.highland-cattle-eschweiler.lu/ Miss SL Scheffers Punch Bowl Farm, Thursley Godalming, Surrey GU8 6QJ Tel: 01428 605749 Email: scheffers@btinternet.com Monsieur W Schluep Etzmatte, 4153 Reinach, Switzerland Tel: 0033 38 968 1351 / 0041 794 725517 Email: walterschluep@windowslive.com Ms C Schmidt 1304 Tokomaru East Rd, RD1 Wanganui, New Zealand Tel: 06 342 1011 Email: chris.schmidt@xtra.co.nz Website: www.trossachskintyre.co.nz Mr S. C. Schuler 101 Pacific Hwy, Mount White, NSW 2250, Australia Tel: 0011 61 2 43701035 / 0011 61 412150006 Email: montrosa@bigpond.com Mr R D Schuster The Grange, Over Worton, Chipping, Norton Oxfordshire OX7 7ES Tel: 01608 683442 Email: jcschuster@btinternet.com Mr Graeme Scott Fishrake Farm, Fishrake Lane, Rossendale, Lancashire BB4 7AH Tel: 07971 496288 Email: lynnscott63@sky.com Mr R. A. Scrivener Woodhow Farm, Wasdale, Lake District National Park, Cumbria CA20 1ET Tel: 01946 726246 Email: richscrivener@fsmail.net Mr Richard Searle Trowlesworthy Warren Farm, Cadover Bridge, Plympton, Plymouth, Cornwall PL7 5EJ Tel: 01752 839292 Email: rbs.pug@btinternet.com Mr Robin Sedgwick Crannich Farm, Aros, Isle of Mull, Argyll PA72 6JP Tel: 01680 300495 Email: info@crannich.co.uk Mr Niels Seidenfaden Barupvejen 40 Barup Karise, Denmark DK4653 Tel: 0045 5650 1149 Email: barup_highland@mail.tele.dk Mrs Liz Shaw 19 Heritage Park, West Kilbride, Ayrshire KA23 9GD Tel: 01560 601254 / 07949 460973 Email: lizshawacn@aol.com Mr Ron Shaw 19 Heritage Park, West Kilbride, Ayrshire, KA23 9GD Tel: 01294 686191 Email: lizshaw@aol.com Sheffield City Council Parks Dept, Meersbrook Park, Brook Road, Sheffield, South Yorkshire S8 9FL Tel: 0114 2582452 Email: peter.fletcher@sheffield.gov.uk Website: www.sheffield.gov.uk (Parks/countryside/animal farm)

RSPB Scotland

Name

IBR/LEPTO

IBR/BVD/Johne’s

IBR

Health Status

ESCAFELD

CIR MHOR

BARUP

CRANNICH

TROWLESWORTHY

LAKELAND

FISHRAKE

GLENKINGLASS

LANDSKRON

HCE HIGHLAND CATTLE ESCHWEILWER PUNCH BOWL

ISLE OF GOMETRA

THE GEAL ROS

DES BELLES TERRES

EARLS COURT

UNDLEY

GHIOL

Fold Name

Mr W J Smith

Mr Andrew Smith

Mr P & Mrs S Smith

Bruce & Heather Smith

Mr RF Smith

Mr & Mrs J K & F G Smith

Mrs Patricia Smith & PW Burns

Mrs Flora Smith

Mr James Smith

Mr A Smith

Mr Edward H. Smales

Mr Paul Sloan

Messrs J & J Singer

Ms Claire Simonetta

Mrs Mara Simonetta

Mr & Mrs Greg & Linda Shinners Mrs Jane Shipley

Mr John Shimwell

Mr D B Shepherdson

Clive and Kay Shepherd

Mr Doug & Mrs Jenny Sheldon Mr A E & Mrs A Shelley

40 Name

105 Kanohi Rd, RD3 Kaukapakapa, 0873 New Zealand Tel: 0064 94 204065 / 0064 21 938641 Email: jenny.sheldon@xtra.co.nz Website: www.endon.co.nz Thimbleby Hall, Thimbleby, Northallerton, North Yorkshire DL6 3PY Tel: 01609 883205 Email: jim@thimblebyfarms.com Erinmist, White Flag Road, Bowning, New South Wales, 2582 Australia Tel: + 612 6100 4326 061 402 093116 Email: kyloes@ennerdalehighlands.com Website: www.ennerdalehighlands.com Ruston Farm, Ruston, Wykeham, Scarborough, Yorkshire YO13 9QE Tel: 01723 864391 / 07788 160694 Email: shepherdson16@aol.com Website: www.rustonhighlandcattle.co.uk Dale Farm, Moor Rd Great Longstone, Bakewell, Derbys DE45 1UA Tel: 01629 640285 / 07739 030487 Killara South, 355 Pennyroyal Wymbooliel Road, Pennyroyal, Victoria 3235, Australia Tel: 0419 200869 Email: killarasouthhighlands@hotmail.com.au Ivy House Farm, Birdsall Malton, North Yorkshire YO17 9NN Tel: 01944 768296 07801 081917 Email: robintartus@aol.com Vordereglezen Dietwil 6042, Switzerland Tel: +41417873714 / 07951 00928 Email: mara.simonetta@bluewin.ch Website: www.highlandcattle.ch Torloisk Farm, Ulva Ferry, Isle of Mull, Argyll, PA74 6NH Email: torloisk@gmail.com Kintore House, Auchenblae, Laurencekirk, Aberdeenshire AB30 1TS Tel: 01561 320717 07786 396504 Email: j.j.singer@hotmail.com Website: www.kintorecastlefold.co.uk Lochview, Whitehouse, Argyll PA29 6XR Tel: 01880 730228 / 07881 786699 Email: paul@sloanbuilders.co.uk Website: www.sloanbuilders.co.uk Barswick Farm, South Ronaldsay, Orkney KW17 2RN Tel: 01856 831259 Strathoich, Aberchalder, Invergarry, Inverness-shire PH35 4HN Tel: 01809 501260 / 07880 792805 1 Forrest Way, Castlehill, Ayr, Ayrshire KA7 3ST Tel: 01292 287239 Killin Farm, Garve, Ross-shire IV23 2PT Tel: 01997 414247 Craigengelt, Stirling, Stirlingshire FK7 9QS Tel: 01324 825773 / 07831 131050 Email: patriciafrancessmith@gmail.com Website: www.bieneskhighlandcattle.co.uk Newlands Farm, Maybole, Ayrshire KA19 8LX Tel: 01465 811789 / 07814 788994 Email: ﬁonagsmith@hotmail.co.uk Ponfeigh Bungalow, Sandilands Road, Sandilands, Lanark, Lanarkshire ML11 9UA Tel: 01555 880262 Shiol Ardentallen, Lerags, Oban PA34 4SF Tel: 01631 563100 Doreﬁeld House, Peterchurch, Hereford HR2 0SF Tel: 01981 550604 / 07810 873863 Ardalanish, Bunessan, Isle of Mull, Argyll PA67 6DR Tel: 01681 700674 Email: info@ardalanish.com Website: www.ardalanish.com Honeymans Cottage, Naunton, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL54 3AA Tel: 01451 850810

Address

BVD

IBR

BVD

Health Status

CLACH NA GRUAGACH

STOCKLEY

ARDENTALLEN

PONFEIGH

SHANTER

BIEN ESK

KILLIN

GLENGARRY

JOHARRA

KINTORE CASTLE

VON DER EGLEZEN

HAPPY LANDS

KILLARA

GREAT LONGSTONE

RUSTON FOLD

ENNERDALE

THIMBLEBY FARM

Fold Name

The Mill, Manthorpe, Grantham, Lincolnshire NG31 8NH Tel: 01476 591941 / 07802 847734 Email: ajs@tonysnarey.com Sperberstr. 93A, 65812 Bad Soden, Germany Tel: 0049 6196 62597 Email: mark.snell@capgemini.com Top O’th Royd’s Farm, Overtown Lane, off Edenﬁeld Road, Norden, Rochdale, Lancashire OL12 7TU Tel: 01706 641066 Email: joan.snowdon@virgin.net Kuhler Heide 7, Wermelskirchen 42929, Germany Tel: 021 96 89137 Email: rolfsonnborn@web.de Cloak House, Catterline, Stonehaven, Aberdeenshire AB39 2UN Email: lsouter@fsmail.net Strathellie Old Drove Road Alyth Perthshire PH11 8JX Tel: (H) 01828633917 / (W) 01307840479 / 07836 578957 Email: david.soutar@btinternet.com Bath House Farm, Nottingham Road, Belper, Derbyshire DE56 1JJ Tel: 01773 827072 / 07973 780179 Email: angie@bdsassist.co.uk White Gates Farm, Stevens Lane, Lympsham, Somerset BS24 0BY Tel: 07754 021229 Email: sparksmr@msn.com Gilfachwen Cellan, Lampeter, Ceredigion, SA48 8HN Tel: 01570 423080 / 07966 066219 Email: annief@themay.co.uk Website: www.themay.co.uk Gilfachwen Cellan, Lampeter, Ceredigion, Wales SA48 8HN Tel: 01570 423080 / 07966 066219 Email: annie@themay.co.uk Website: www.themay.co.uk Woodhouse Fold Farm, Woodhouse Lane, Norden, Rochdale, Lancashire OL12 7TB Tel: 07831 861088 Email: pete@pnslandscapes.co.uk Grange Farm, Barton-in-the-Beans, Leicestershire CV13 ODJ Tel: 01455 290078 Auchtenny, Path of Condie, Perth, Perthshire PH2 9DW Tel: 01577 830498 07860 390901 Email: ginny.sm@me.com Website: www.beautyandthebeef.co.uk Roches Point, Trabolgan Whitegate, Midleton, Co Cork, Eire Tel: 00353 21 4661451 / 00353 86 2784969 Email: jandestafford@eircom.net 11 The Willows, Shillingford, St George, Exeter EX2 9QS Tel: 01392 833694 Email: jaquelinestamp@rocketmail.com Hedmark, 42 Gress, Isle of Lewis, Outer Hebrides HS2 0NB Tel: 01851 820707 Email: info@mamba.org.uk Silver Birches, Tarbolton Road, Dundonald, Ayrshire KA2 9AR Tel: 01563 830902 / 07974 969826 Email: essteele28@hotmail.com Burgerhof 1, 19258 Leisterforde, Germany Tel: 0049 38842 21018 Email: falko.steinberg@web.de Website: www.falkoundhelma-steinberg.de Dunsdon Farm, Pancrasweek, Holsworthy, Devon EX22 7JW Tel: 01288 321860 07970 002016 Email: kirstie@dunsdonfarm.co.uk Woodnall, All Stretton, Shropshire SY6 6JP Tel: 01694 723891 / 07970 722288 Email: paul@woodnall.co.uk The Old School, Grizebeck, Kirkby-in-Furness, Cumbria LA17 7XH Tel: 01229 889786 Email: emjtoner@hotmail.com Langraw, St Andrews, Fife KY16 8NR Tel: 01334 473061 Email: langraw@btclick.com

Mr Tony Snarey

Messrs J & M Stewart

Mrs E Stephenson

Mr Paul Stephens

Mrs Kirstie Stenning

Herr Falko Steinberg

Dr W Steele

Ms Alice Starmore

Mrs Jacqueline Stamp

Mr James Stafford

Mrs Virginia M Stacy-Marks

Mr D Spence

Mr Pete Spence

Mr Geoff Spawton

Mrs A C Spawton

Mr Ray Sparks-Clark

Mr & Mrs P Sparham

Mr David Soutar

Ms Lindsay Soutar

Mr R Sonnborn

Mr Thomas A Snowdon

Mr Mark Snell

Address

Name

Johne’s

IBR/BVD

Elite

IBR

Health Status

LANGRAW

GRIZEBECK

WOODNALL

DUNSDON

LEHSTENER MOOR

LANGLANDS

BROAD BAY

SHILFORD

GLANAGOW

AUCHTENNY

WOODHOUSE

THE MAY

CHANDLER

BATH HOUSE

DEANBANK

CLOAK OF CATTERLINE

EIFGENTAL

SNOWCREAM

EOCHAIL INIS MOR

Fold Name

Mrs Ann Taylor

Mr & Mrs N Taylor

Mrs A Taylor

Mr & Mrs M Taylor

Messrs J Taylor

Mr James Talbot-Baker

Mr Pete Swinson

Mr C H Swift

Mr Ian D Swanson

Mr & Mrs G Sutherland

Suomen Highland C.C of Finland Mr David Sutherland

Mr James Summerﬁeld

Mrs Jon H Strickland

Strathmore Farming Company Strathvaich Farms LLP

Lord Strange

Mr R & Mrs S Strachan

Stichting Highland Cattle in de Lage Landen Mrs Jo Stover

Ms Sandra Stewart

Mr Ian O Stewart

42 Name

Hume Hall, Kelso, Roxburghshire TD5 7TW Tel: 01573 470300 / 07764 961931 Email: ian.stewart@humehall.com t/a Farming & Conservation, Boquhapple House, Thornhill, Stirling FK8 3QJ Tel: 07887 404195 Email: sandra@farmingandconservation.co.uk Website: www.farmingandconservation.co.uk Sleumersteeg 2, 7244 PA Barchem, Netherlands Tel: 0031 573 252720 VOUTE 298 0657333038 Email: hmjmorsink@kpnmail.nl Lower Brimley Combe Farm, Stoke, Abbott Beaminster, Dorset DT8 3JZ Tel: 01308 867449 / 07876 560702 Email: jostover@aol.com Cailaich Farm, Calgary, Isle of Mull, Argyll PA75 6QY Tel: 01688 400238 / 07884 060946 Email: s.a.strachan@btinternet.com Website: www.cailaichhighlanders.co.uk The Mains of Megginch, Errol, Perthshire PH2 7RN Tel: 01821 642120 Email: balmyrefarm@btconnect.com Estate Office, Glamis, Forfar, Angus DD8 1RJ Tel: 01307 840479 / 07836 578957 Email: david@strathmorefarming.co.uk Per Donald MacRae, Lubriach, Strathvaich by Garve, Ross-shire IV23 2QH Tel: 01997 455232 Cladich Mor, Cladich, Dalmaly, Argyll PA33 1BQ Tel: 01838 200656/200881 / 07718 524158 Email: highlandcattle@cladich-argyll.co.uk Website: www.cladich-argyll.co.uk Ashley Moor Hall, Orleton, Ludlow, Shropshire SY8 4JJ Tel: 01568 780776 Email: helen.summerfield@googlemail.com c/o Peruvedentie 581, 19470 Pertunmaa, Finland Tel: 0035 8407 557697 Email: info@highlandcattle.fi Website: www.highlandcattle.fi Old Town of Leys House, Inverness, Inverness-shire IV2 6AE Tel: 01463 238238 / 07778 503350 Email: liz@homefarms.co.uk Bardnaheigh, Harpsdale, Halkirk, Caithness KW12 6UL Tel: 01847 831344 / 07769 806795 Email: bardnaheigh@btinternet.com Torridon House, Hilliclay, Weydale, Caithness KW14 8YN Tel: 01847 895360 / 07919 596333 Email: idswanson@hotmail.co.uk South Clunes, Kirkhill, Inverness-shire IV5 7PT Tel: 01463 831381 / 07714 210736 Email: swift@southclunes.co.uk Newlands Garage, Gorsty Hill, Highwood, Uttoxeter, Staffordshire ST14 8PP Tel: 01889 567042 / 07802 399099 Old House Farm, Woolbeding, Midhurst, West Sussex GU29 0QB Tel: 01730 812388 Email: arbserv@tiscali.co.uk Braes of Ardeonaig, Killin, Perthshire FK21 8SY Tel: 01567 820005 Email: neil@ardeonaig.plus.com Website: www.ardeonaiglochtay.co.uk Dippen Head Farm, Dippen, Isle of Arran, Ayrshire KA27 8RJ Tel: 01770 700672 Old West Church Manse, 31 Argyle Terrace, Rothesay, Bute PA20 0BD Tel: 01700 500092 Email: annataylor131@btinternet.com Barlochan Wood, Palnackie, Castle Douglas, Kirkcudbrightshire DG7 1PE Tel: 01556 600221 Email: nigel@barlochanwood.com Website: www.bhbeef.com West Busby Farm, Methven, Perth, Perthshire PH1 3SX Tel: 01738 840287 Email: westbusby@aol.com

Address

IBR

IBR/BVD/Johne’s

IBR

IBR/LEPTO

Health Status

Fold Name

WEST BUSBY

BARLOCHAN

BENMEANACH

GLENTYNE

ARDEONAIG

WOOLBEDING

GORSTY HILL

CLUNES

HILLICLAY

BARDNAHEIGH

OLD TOWN OF LEYS

CLADICH

STRATHVAICH

GLAMIS CASTLE

CAILAICH

LEWESDON HILL

ZWIEP BARCHEM

HUME HALL

Dall Farm, by Killin, Perthshire FK21 8SX Tel: 01567 820432 / 07920 579136 Machrimore Mill Farm, Southend, Campbeltown, Argyll PA28 6RQ Tel: 01586 830637 3a Aird Uig, Isle of Lewis HS2 9JA Tel: 01851 672753 Email: sarah_marzy@yahoo.co.uk 2 New Cottage, London Road, Hardham, Pulborough, West Sussex RH20 1LB Tel: 01798 872985 / 07803 087213 Email: stedbury@icloud.com 2 New Cottage, London Road, Hardham, Pulborough RH20 1LB Tel: 01798 872985 / 07803 087213 Email: robert.tedbury@btinternet.com Douglas & Angus Estates Dairy Cottage, The Hirsel, Coldstream, Berwickshire TD12 4LR Tel: 01890 882618 / 07896 660596 Email: thetelfords@fsmail.net c/o Mr John Cooper, A Taste of Scotland, Seabegs Road, Bonnybridge, Stirlingshire FK4 2BT Tel: 01324 812914 Email: tordarroch@btclick.com Treasurer: Arne Hansen, Pilkmosevej 11, Brande DK 7330, Denmark Tel: 86 10 90 88 Fax: 86109700 The Estate OfďŹ ce, Harewood Yard, Harewood, Leeds, West Yorkshire LS17 9LF Tel: 0113 218 1229 Email: ahopwood@harewoodestate.co.uk per Geraldine MacKinnon Taobh na Mara Sanday, Isle of Canna, Inverness-shire PH44 4RS Tel: 01687 462829 Email: gmackinnonr@nts.org.uk Website: www.nts.org.uk Per Cams Limited, 59 Bonnygate, Cupar, Fife KY15 4BY Tel: 01334 654126 Email: jhairco@aol.com Per Mr Daniel Rose-Bristow, Annat, by Achnasheen, Wester Ross IV22 2EY Tel: 01445 791242 / 07841 875822 Email: dan@thetorridon.com Website: www.thetorridon.com Torogay Solas, Isle of North Uist, Outer Hebrides, HS6 5BY Tel: 01876 560307 / 07788 722700 Email: ruthuist@gmail.com Quarry Cottage, Skelder Farm, Commondale, Whitby, North Yorkshire YO21 2HG Tel: 07779 077183 Email: jgthompson6@gmail.com Lodge Farm, Scargill Barnard Castle, Co Durham DL12 9SY Tel: 01833 621238 / 07947 388343 Email: lodgefarm@xemaps.com Website: www.lodgefarmholidays.com Home Park, Lower Catesby, Daventry, Northamptonshire NN11 6LF Tel: 01327 871201 Email: ruth.catesby@gmail.com Clackriach Cottage, Maud, Aberdeenshire AB42 5NU Tel: 01771 613560 Email: veronicathomson@hotmail.com Speyview, Lagganbridge, By Newtonmore, Inverness-shire PH20 1AN Tel: 01528 544211 Email: betty.1@btinternet.com Website: www.gergask.co.uk Fereneze Holdings(Woodneuk) Ltd Woodneuk Farm Hillside Road Barrhead, Glasgow G78 1ES Tel: 0141 881 1438 / 07881 913010 Email: william@woodneuk.com Website: www.woodneuk.com Craighaugh Cottage, Hillside Road, Barrhead, Glasgow, Strathclyde G78 1ES Tel: 0141 881 1538 / 07881 913010 Email: tom@woodneuk.com Website: www.woodneuk.com The Level Farm, Birnie, Elgin, Morayshire IV30 8SR Tel: 01343 860694 Email: emmathorpe@btinternet.com The Crossings, Killearnan, By Muir of Ord, Ross-shire IV6 7RY Tel: 01463 870581

Mr W F Taylor

Mr Wm Thow

Mrs Emma Thorpe

Messrs William & Tom Thomson Mr T R R Thomson

Mr Richard Thomson

Mrs Veronica Thomson

Mrs Ruth Thomson

Mr Gordon H Thomson

Mr J G Thompson

Mrs Ruth Thomas

The Torridon

The Danish Highland Cattle Society The Harewood Farming Co Ltd The National Trust for Scotland The Rankeilour Trust

The Culloden Fold

Mr Allan Telford

Mr Robert Tedbury

Mrs Sandra M Tedbury

Ms Sarah Taylor-Gerloch

Mrs J E Taylor

Address

Name

IBR/BVD

IBR

BVD

LEVEL

WOODNEUK

GERGASK

CLACKRIACH

CATESBY

TARRAS

THE HOWE

THE TORRIDON

RANKEILOUR

CHANAIDH

IBR

CULLODEN

HARDHAM HIGHLANDS

AIRD UIG

FERN TOR

DALL

HAREWOOD

IBR

43 Fold Name

Elite

Health Status

Monsieur Marc Vincent

Mrs H Vernon

Mr & Mrs M Venables

Upper Glenﬁntaig Est Farm

Mr J Uhre

Mr Roy Tylden-Wright

Mr Richard Tuxford

Messrs A R & J Turner

Mr Paul Turnbull

Dr A J & Dr CM Turnbull

Trustees of Cawdor Marriage Settlement Trust Joint Fund Mr D J Tucker

Dr Robert & Mrs Kathleen Travers Mr & Mrs M Trees

Mr & Mrs AA Tosh

Mr J Topliss & Susan Gunn Tordarroch Estates

Mr Sean B Toner

Mr PWG Tom

Mrs K M K Tobias

Messrs R S & J M Tilford

Mrs Janet Throssell

44 Name

Broompark Week, St Mary, Holsworthy, Devon EX22 6XR Tel: 01288 341314 Email: janet.throssell@btconnect.com Tigh-Na-Innis, Bogallan Croft, Kessock, Inverness IV1 3XE Tel: 01463 731869 / 07867 666175 Email: rstilford@btinternet.com Bentfaulds, Auchentiber, By Kilwinning, Ayrshire KA13 7RR Tel: 01294 850321 Email: KareenTobias@btinternet.com Att: M. Kendrick, Bardon Roadstone Ltd, Bardon Hill, Coalville, Leicestershire LE67 1TL Tel: 01530 510066 Megara Village Road, Gorsedd, Holywell CH8 8QY Tel: 01352 713934 Email: castle.taxis@yahoo.co.uk The Barn, Heyhead Farm, Mythomroyd, Hebden Bridge, West Yorkshire HX7 5RB Tel: 01422 883249 Email: jeremy.topliss@3-c.coop Farr, Inverness, Inverness-shire IV2 6XF Tel: 01324 812914 Email: tordarroch@btclick.com Tullach Ard House, Kinrossie, Perthshire PH2 6JD Tel: 01821 650318 Email: elizabethtosh@btinternet.com Durfold Hall, Dunsfold, Surrey GU8 4PQ Tel: 01483 200254 Mount Pleasant, Temple Grafton, Warwickshire B50 4LQ Tel: 01789 773272 / 07759 019810 Email: lindsey@trees.gb.com Estate Office, Cawdor, Inverness IV12 5RE Tel: 01667 404666 Email: hannah@cawdor.com Alveston Estates, Alveston House, Alveston, Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwickshire CV37 7QL Tel: 01789 207960 Email: david.tucker@alvestondevelopments.co.uk Laund House, Amblers Lane, Shipton by Beningbrough, York, North Yorkshire YO30 1AN Tel: 01904 470497 / 07792 827526 Email: turnbull@laundhouse.co.uk Broomfield House, Wrelton, Pickering, N. Yorks YO18 8PF Tel: 01751 472119 Email: janetphillips60@hotmail.com Greygarth, Dallowgill, Ripon, N Yorks HG4 3QY Tel: 01765 658079 / 07860 860678 Email: richardandjean@outlook.com R C Tuxford Exports Ltd, Hollinwood Lane, Calverton, Notts NG14 6NR Tel: 01159 652200 Email: sharon.mcilroy@rctuxfordexports.com The Roundhouse, Uvie Farm, Lagganbridge, Inverness-shire PH20 1BS Tel: 07811 322722 Email: roy.tylden.wright@gmail.org Website: www.myhighlandbunkhouse.com Agervigvej 48, 6800 Varde, Denmark Tel: 0045 75267291 Email: sales@agervigcattle.dk Website: www.agervigcattle.dk Glen Gloy, Spean Bridge, Inverness PH34 4DX Tel: 01653 698382 Email: info@scothernconst.co.uk Tulloch Farm, Balquhidder, Perthshire FK19 8PQ Tel: 01877 384296 / 07973 172894 / 07971 166936 Email: mark.venables@centrom.com Website: www.centrom.com Rashfield Farm, by Kilmun, Argyll PA23 8QT Tel: 01369 840237 Email: eachaig1@hotmail.co.uk Les Cherriers, 18410 Clemont sur Sauldre, France Tel: 00336 87 03 3726 Email: mj.vincent@gmail.com

Address

IBR/LEPTO

Non -

IBR

Elite

Health Status

Fold Name

LES CHERRIERS

EACHAIG

LOCH VOIL

GLENFINTAIG HIGHLANDERS

AGERVIG

UBHAIDH

LAMBLEY GRANGE

FELLBECK

BROOMFIELD

LAUND

ALVESTON

DRYNACHAN

GRAFTON

DURFOLD

TULLACH ARD

TORDARROCH

FOSTER CLOUGH

GORSEDD

BARDON

BENTFAULDS

MUNLOCHY

THE BRIDIE

Address

Mrs Liisa & Mr Risto Volanen The Rekola Fold, Peruvedentie 581, 19470 Pertunmaa, Finland Tel: 00358 4075 57697 Email: liisa@wolara.net Website: www.rekolantila.blogspot.com Mr JEK von Bibra Beaufront Ross, Tasmania 7209, Australia Tel: 0061 363 815 336 / 0061 407 874 857 Email: beaufront@bigpond.com Mrs Berta FLC von Bibra Northbury, PO Box 104, Longford, Tasmania, 7301, Australia Tel: 03 613 6391 2969 / 0408 912968 Email: bertafr@ozemail.com.au Herr Werner von Buchholtz Wolfsgangslt 98, 60322 Frankfurt, Germany Tel: 0049 172 6718274 Email: wernervonbuchholtz@me.com Website: www.luetten-diek.de W G C Farming Ltd Kilmartin Hall, Glenurquhart, Inverness-shire IV63 6TN Tel: 01862 842632 / 07768 711868 Email: wilma.morrison11@btopenworld.com Mrs Dorothy O Wain Home Farm, Ible, Grange Mill, Matlock, Derbyshire DE4 4HS Tel: 01629 650349 Mr Robert Wain 114 Mortledge, Matlock, Derbyshire DE4 3SD Tel: 01629 580046 Mr & Mrs S Waite Netherwood Heys Farm, Netherwood Lane, Marsden, Huddersﬁeld, West Yorkshire HD7 6AT Tel: 01484 842414 Mrs Penny Waiter The Poste House, Skeabost Bridge, Portree, Isle of Skye IV51 9NP Tel: 07887 955958 Email: pennywaiter@aol.com Mr & Mrs K Walker The Barns, Haceby Lodge, Haceby, Nr Sleaford, Lincolnshire NG34 0EQ Tel: 07931 383569 Email: amanda.furby@atol.co.uk Mr TDT Walkinshaw Oseney Mill, Swerford, Oxfordshire OX7 9BD Tel: 01608 737228 Ms Una Wall Hillview, Maganey, Co Kildare, Eire Tel: 00353 86 3493412 Email: unabirney@hotmail.com Mr G Wallace Hill Farm, Hemyock, Devon EX15 3UZ Tel: 01823 680307 Email: graeme@welcometowallaces.co.uk Website: www.welcometowallaces.co.uk Mr R D Wallace David Wallace & Sons, North Auchenbrain, Mauchline, Ayrshire KA5 6JW Tel: 01290 550252 Mrs Shona Walsingham Withy Barn Coat, Martock, Somerset TA12 6AR Tel: 01935 826251 / 07790 822367 Email: shonawalsingham1@gmail.com Mr Les Wardle Springﬁelds, Bottom Lane, Ipstones, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire ST10 2LN Tel: 01538 266476 Email: lwardle@plantmachinery.co.uk Website: www.plantmachinery.co.uk Mr John Warmerdam Rhudle Farm, by Lochgilphead, Argyll PA31 8QE Tel: 01546 605 274 Email: franceswarmerdam@gmail.com Messrs C A & J Watmore Holystone Est, Farnham Park, Sharperton, Morpeth, Nothumberland NE65 7AQ Tel: 01669 640030 / 07703 570172 Email: chrisanjan@btconnect.com Mark Watson Att Mark Watson, Newlands Farm, Carleton, Carlisle, Cumbria CA4 0AE Tel: 01228 529365/549097* - us Mr & Mrs J Watt Balwarren, Ordiquhill, Cornhill, Banffshire AB45 2HR Tel: 01466 751688 / 07740 399135 Mr Michael A Weaver Gayhill, Uppingham Road, Bisbrooke, Rutland LE15 9ES Tel: 01572 821884 Email: mike@moonrakerprop.co.uk Mr Phil Webb P O Box 21, Wandin, North Victoria 3139, Australia Tel: 0061 3 5964 2628 Email: stirlingfarms@bigpond.com

Name

Johne’s

BVD

REKOLA

HEMYOCK

ANNFIELD

SWERFORD

HACEBY

NETHERWOOD

ROSE

WAINSMORE

KILMARTIN HALL

MACQUARIE

TARBOLTON

BALWARREN

NEWLANDS

MURRAY COOPER

RHUDLE

SPRINGFIELDS

ASHMEAD

STIRLING FARMS VICTORIA

IBR/BVD/Johne’s

45 Fold Name

NORTH AUCHENBRAIN

IBR/BVD/Lepto risk 1/ Johnes

Health Status

Messrs G.T. & S.F. Widdicombe

Mike & Stella Whyte

Mrs S R Whitwell

Mr Richard J Whittemore

Mr Michael R Whitehurst

Mrs J C Whitehouse

Mr Victor White & Miss Anita Perry Mrs Allison D Whitehead

Mr Lloyd White

Ms Yvonne White

Mrs K E Whitbread

Mr P M Whitaker

Mrs JE Wheelwright

Mr AA Wheelwright

Messrs S Wheeler & Son

Mr Mark Whalley

Mr M R & Mrs S K Westcott

West Lothian Council

Messrs R & M Weir

Mr I Weir

Mr Angus Webster

Mr A G Webber

46 Name

Woodham House, Stockham Farm, Thelbridge, Crediton, Devon EX17 4SJ Tel: 01884 860308 Gullin Farm, Meggernie Estate, Glenlyon, Perthshire PH15 2LR Tel: 01887 866270 Email: gusthelegend@hotmail.com Dungrianach, Appin, Argyll PA38 4BQ Tel: 01631 730287 / 07752 300363 t/a Sunnyside Estate, Sunnyside House, Lanark, Lanarkshire ML11 9UG Tel: 01555 662513 Email: FUNNYSIDE@btinternet.com per. Nick Hopwood, Beecraigs Country Partner, Linlithgow, West Lothian EH49 6PL Tel: 01506 844516 / 07785 593731 Email: nick.hopwood@westlothian.gov.uk Website: www.beecraigs.com Wilmersham Farm, Porlock, Minehead, Somerset TA24 8JT Tel: 01643 862524 Email: westwilmer@btinternet.com Broad Oak Farm, Formby Lane, Aughton, Nr Ormskirk L39 7HQ Tel: 07968 721899 Email: whalleymark@live.co.uk Brynmawr Newcastle, Craven Arms, Shropshire SY7 8QU Tel: 01588 640298 / 07799 681134 Email: clunvalleyorganics@googlemail.com Website: www.clunvalleyorganics.co.uk Sunnyside Farm, Cleish, Kinross, Kinross-shire KY4 0HY Tel: 01383 832812 Email: iomroll@hotmail.co.uk Sunnyside Farm, Cleish, Kinross KY4 0HY Tel: 01383 832812 Email: sunnysidefarm@btinternet.com FarďŹ eld House, Bolton Road, Addingham, Ilkley, West Yorkshire LS29 0RF Tel: 01943 605500 (day) / 01943 831165 (eve) Email: michael@mitre-estates.com The Old Rectory, Dennington, Woodbridge, Suffolk IP13 8AD Tel: 01728 638335 Email: katherine.whitebread@yahoo.co.uk 8 Kingsburgh, Snizort, Isle of Skye IV51 9UT Tel: 01470 532729 Email: yvonne.white@btinternet.com Website: www.romesdalhighlanders.co.uk 68 Leigh Road, Wainscott, Rochester, Kent ME3 8ED Tel: 01634 717705 Email: llyod-white@sky.com Corner Barn Farm, Primrose Hill, East Coker, Yeovil, Somerset BA22 9NH Tel: 01935 862912 / 07971 297039 Email: vicjcbhire@hotmail.co.uk Lower Warmleigh Farm, Roper Lane, Queensbury, Bradford, W. Yorks BD13 2NR Tel: 01274 882234 Email: allisond.somers@virgin.net Hulls Farm House, West Chiltington Road, Pulborough, West Sussex RH20 2PR Tel: 01798 813936 / 07725 203439 Email: rj@rdaconstruction.co.uk Manor Farm, Nobut, Leigh, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire ST10 4QG Tel: 01889 502242 Quennell House, Plaistow, West Sussex RH14 0NX Tel: 07850 435677 Email: carolyn@elitegarages.co.uk Queach House, Gt Barton, Bury St Edmonds, Suffolk IP31 2PY Tel: 01359 230077 Grange Villa, Northwood, Shrewsbury, Shropshire SY4 5NP Tel: 01948 710302 / 07940 836874 Email: info@tartandragon.co.uk Website: www.tartandragon.co.uk/fold Higher Langdon Barn, North Bovey, Newton Abbot, Devon TQ13 8RR Tel: 01647 221287 Email: tomwid909@gmail.com

Address

LEPTO

IBR/BVD

Health Status

Fold Name

LANGDON

TARTAN DRAGON

QUENNELL HOUSE

NOBUTMANOR

JANES FOLD

WARMLEIGH

THE RIDGE

KINLOCHEWE ROMESDAL

FARFIELD

IOMROLL

BRYNMAWR

AUGHTON

BEECRAIGS

SUNNYSIDE

STOCKHAM

The Oaks, Ible Grangemill, Matlock, Derbyshire DE4 4HS Tel: 01629 650462 Zur Dommelmuehle 4, 34508 Willingen - Rattlar, Germany Tel: 00495 6325472 / 0049 (0) 17032 94118 Email: wilke.hjll@t-online.de 1 Dixon Court, Knutsford Road, Chelford, Macclesfield, Cheshire SK11 9AU Tel: 01625 860175 / 07850 902754 Fleetholme, Lowgill, Kendal, Cumbria LA8 OBN Tel: 01539 824083 Email: glyn.fleetholme@virgin.net Gurland Farm St, Just Penzance, Cornwall TR19 7NY Tel: 01736 788676 Fellside House, Pennington, Ulverston, Cumbria LA12 7NT Tel: 01229 587769 / 07787 104551 Email: david.williams@impact-dtg.com Newlands Farm, Margarm, Port Talbot SA13 2PB Tel: 01639 882757 Email: rhuwwilliams@tiscali.co.uk Wright Marshall Ltd, Chelford Agricultural Centre, Chelford, Cheshire SK11 9AX Tel: 01625 861122 / 07785 350588 Email: gwyn.williams@wrightmarshall.co.uk Website: www.wrightmarshall.co.uk Garthsvale Voe, Shetland ZE2 9PT Tel: 01806 588718 Email: garthsvale@hotmail.com Reilth Top, Bishops Moat, Bishops Castle, Shropshire SY9 5LL Tel: 01588 630666 / 07768 611391 Email: james@williamsonharrison.co.uk Att: Katie McGregor, Otter Estate, Kilfinan, By Tighnabruiach, Argyll PA21 2EP Tel: 01700 821282 Email: otter.estate@yahoo.co.uk New Oakley Farm, Chilthorne, Domer, Yeovil, Somerset BA22 8RQ Tel: 01935 840348 / 07866 417777 Email: beverley.wills@btconnect.com Dams of Rameldry, Kingskettle, Cupar, Fife KY15 7TY Tel: 01337 830315 Email: gelbbackler@tiscali.co.uk Kikut Bay Croft, Strachur, Argyll PA27 8BY Tel: 01369 860292 / 07770 926950 Email: jeffwilson948@btinternet.com Mhor-Eonach, 15 Aignish Point, Isle of Lewis HS2 0PB Tel: 07912 345200 Newlands Main Rd, Brigsley, Grimsby, N.E. Lines DN37 0RF Tel: 07860 146232 Email: wilsonplantservice@ntlworld.com 212c Glenbrook Beach Rd, RD1 Waiuku New Zealand, 2681 Tel: 00649 235 3311 Email: 14alisonanne@gmail.com Trynlaw Strathaven Lanarkshire ML10 6LF Tel: 01357 521321 Hangingheld Farm, New Radnor, Presteigne, Powys LD8 2TH Tel: 01544 350633 Email: hjwilson@boltblue.co.uk 4 Bush Cottages, Glentanner, Aboyne, Aberdeenshire AB34 5EU Tel: 01339 885415 Email: jonathan@jandcwilton.co.uk Shellachan, Kilchrenan, by Taynuilt, Argyll PA35 1HD Tel: 01866 833263 Email: flora@florawinter.plus.com Burrell Green Farm, Inglewood Bank, Penrith, Cumbria CA11 9LH Tel: 01768 881373 Email: burrellgreen@btopenworld.com

Mr & Mrs J K Wild

Mr Richard C Wood

Lt Col Colin Stewart Winter

Mr Hamish J Wilson & Mrs Eleanor Wilson Mrs C M Wilton

Mr WR Wilson

Ms Alison A Wilson

Mr Philip R Wilson

Ms Heather M Wilson

Messrs J & D Wilson

Mr & Mrs C W Wilson

Mr & Mrs AC Wills

Mr Gwyn Williams, BSC, MRICS,FAAV,FLAA Messrs John & Mari Williamson Messrs James Williamson & Jacky Harrison Mr N K S Wills

Messrs E Williams & Sons

Mr David Williams

Mr Michael Blair Williams

Messrs CR & CA Williams

Mrs Stella Willett

Mrs Heidrun Wilke

Address

Name

BVD

IBR/BVD

Health Status

BURRELL GREEN

SHELLACHAN

FLASBY MOORSIDE

HANGINGHELD

TRYNLAW

NORTHBROOK

FENBY

MHOREONACH

KILMODAN

DAMS

KASSALIC

KILFINAN

REILTH TOP

BENSTON

MARGAM

MEREWOOD

GURLAND

FLEETHOLME

MORNMIST

VOM HERMANNSBERG

PADDOCK

Fold Name

Mr & Mrs Prieler & Reiter Zucht

Mrs S Younger

Young & Brown

Mr Stephen G Yarham

Mr J W Wyatt

Mr Paul R Wright

Mr Peter A Wright

Mrs Andrea C Wright

Mrs J Wright

Mr Peter J Worth

Mrs Joan Wort

Mrs J & Mr D Woolf

Ms Lynne Wood

48 Name

Dunroamin Overbrae, Fisherie, Turriff, Aberdeens AB53 5QP Tel: 07920 197200 Email: lynne.wood7@btinternet.com Bradﬁeld Hall Farming Partnership, Bradﬁeld, Reading, Berkshire RG7 6LJ Tel: 01189 744207 Email: romulus.reading@btinternet.com Keijoasan Fold, 540 Hunt Road, R.R.2, Tweed, Ontario, Canada KOK 3JO Tel: 613 478 5929 Email: ontarioroys@bell.net Tithe Farm Church End, Renhold, Bedfordshire MK41 0LX Tel: 01234 846230 / 07970 595714 Email: peterworth@anglo-pumps.co.uk The Paddock, Paddock Farms, Binton Road, Welford on Avon, Warwickshire CV37 8PP Tel: 01789 750303 / 07771 665342 Email: familywright@gmail.com 1 Chevin View, Pool in Wharfedale, West Yorkshire LS21 1NE Tel: 01132 843276 / 07764 789813 Cae’r Ferch Uchaf, Pencaenewydd, Pwllheli Sardis, Gwynedd LL53 6DJ Tel: 01766 810980 / 07909 113778 19/B Duke Street, Settle, N. Yorks BD24 9DJ Tel: 07710 686855 Scoresdown Farm, Cheriton, Lynton EX35 6LJ Tel: 01598 752304 / 07883 141813 (Tanya) Email: wyattbuscombe@hotmail.co.uk 3 Orchard Grove, Kettlestone, Fakenham, Norfolk NR21 0DA Tel: 07790 109015 Email: yarham@countyfarm.wanadoo.co.uk Per Mr D.J. Young, The `Court`, Off Bowerswell Road, Perth, Perthshire PH2 7DL Tel: 01738 621845 Off 625246 ST / 07860 707530 Whitslaid Lauder Berwickshire TD2 6RZ Tel: 01578 718777 / 07977 119729 Email: susie.younger@googlemail.com Sagewerk u. Holzhandel, Altirdning 8952, Austria Tel: 0043 3682 24216 or 22431

Address

Elite

Health Status

BLEIBERG

WHITSLAID

BATTLE COURT

COUNTY FARM

SCORESDOWN HIGHLANDS

CAER FERCH UCHAF

THE CHEVIN

WELFORD

TITHE LOCHMABEN

KEIJOASAN

TUTTS CLUMP

FISHERIE

Fold Name

121

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HIGHLAND BREEDERS’ JOURNAL

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HIGHLAND BREEDERS’ JOURNAL

SCOTLAND Aberdeenshire Mr & Mrs Ian Adams Ms Susanne Bache Balmoral Estates Mr C Bell Messrs C.P & M.P Bruce Mrs Judith R Burnett Mr William Coutts Mr Ian Duncan Mr Craig Finnie Mr J S Fraser Mr Ian Gauld Mr & Mrs A & E Glen Messrs K & L Gordon Mr William J Grant Ms Vivienne Hope Mr GM Innes Ms J J Lunney Marchburn Farms Ltd Messrs R & P F McWilliam Mrs Morag Middleton Messrs H & F Moir The Moor Partnership Mr & Mrs W L Munro Messrs A & G Noble Mr David J Richards Messrs J & J Singer Ms Lindsay Soutar Mrs Veronica Thomson Mrs C M Wilton Ms Lynne Wood Angus Mr ICR Bett Mrs D Brown Mr Graeme Easton Mr Garry Haggart Mr Ken J Headspeath Jnr Mr Allan G Hemmings Mr J G Mitchell Strathmore Farming Company

BRATHENS YGGDRASIL BALMORAL DRUMCROFT KYNEDOR COBAIRDY WESTHALL THE BIN RICHMONDHILL TILBOURIES SANINE GLENELLAN ROSEHEAD TEUCHAR AUCHRY AUQUHARNEY NEW MACHAR ANNA BEN MARCHBURN FORGUE BARNA FERNIEBRAE CRAIG LEEK TULLYNESSLE GLEANN DAIDH CAIRNORRIE KINTORE CASTLE CLOAK OF CATTERLINE CLACKRIACH FLASBY MOORSIDE FISHERIE KINGENNIE DRUMMYGAR RANCH MIDDLE LUNDIE SORNE GANNOCHY HIGHLANDERS IDVIES GLAMIS CASTLE

Argyll Ardmarnoch Management Ltd ARDMARNOCH ESTATE Ardoran Marine ARDORAN Ardura Estate ARDURA Argyll Forest Products OSTEL BAY Mr Mark Armstrong BALEMARTINE Auchnacraig Estate AUCHNACRAIG Messrs E & S M Bignal KINDROCHAID Mrs Jean & Miss A Brooks LISMORE Mr James Brown OCTOMORE Mr D Buchanan SHENAVALLIE Mr J & Mrs W Cameron CAMERONS Mr Stuart Campbell KEILLMORE Mr James Corbett LOCHBUIE Miss R Dalgleish LEACHY Mr D E Darroch ARDFARNAL Mrs Anastasia Delap ACHADUNAN Messrs Donald, Alasdair, Mhairi & Robert Dempster TEAGHLACH Lord Denham DUNACH Mr Robert Dixon KILBRIDE Dunlossit (Farming) Ltd CEANNACROIC

Epsilon NV PENNYGHAEL Firm of Ardtornish Farms ARDTORNISH Glengorm GLENGORM Glenmassan Estate GLENMASSAN ESTATE Inchmarnock Island INCHMARNOCK Mr C James TOROSAY Mr Josef Kamensky TRUBAC Mr David Keys ARDENTRAIVE Mr & Mrs Andrew Knight SCALLASTLE Mr D & Mrs K Laing STAC A CHAGAIR Mr Robert Leitch DUNMOR Mr Derek Compton Lewis DRIMNIN Lady Lithgow CARSAIG Mr John A Lithgow INVER Sir William J Lithgow, Bt & Son (Ormsary) ORMSARY Mr A J MacColl MIUNGAIRIGH Mr Angus Edward MacGillivray AM SIDHEAN Misses Shona & Kerrie MacGillivray GARMONY Mr D J MacGillivray PENNYGOWN Karen & Michael Macgregor EILEAN MOR Mr Iain MacKay CNOC NA SITH Mr A R Mackay COIREFUAR Misses Eilidh & Kate MacKay TORR BAN Mr & Mrs J. S. MacKenzie ALAVAL Miss Mary MacLean BALURE Mr & Mrs A & S MacLean-Bristol GRISHIPOL Major N MacLean-Bristol, OBE, DL BREACACHADH CASTLE Mr John Niall MacLeod BALLIMORE Mr H M MacPhail CALLACHALLY Mrs Kirsteen Manuel GLENMASSAN Mr Stuart McKay ACHNACROISH Mr & Mrs N & M McLellan KILCHIARAN Mr R McMillan & Mrs E Lawrence ISLE OF BUTE Mr J J Monaghan UPPER CORNABUS T. L. Nelson 1992 Trust ACHNACLOICH Sydney & Maureen OHara CNOC Mr Graeme Pirie CLASHFARQUHAR Mrs Caroline Ronald SAULMORE RSPB Scotland GHIOL Mr Roc Sandford ISLE OF GOMETRA Mr Robin Sedgwick CRANNICH Mr Paul Sloan BEACHMORE Mr Andrew Smith CLACH NA GRUAGACH Bruce & Heather Smith ARDENTALLEN Mr R & Mrs S Strachan CAILAICH Mrs Jon H Strickland CLADICH Mrs J E Taylor FERN TOR Mrs H Vernon EACHAIG Mr John Warmerdam RHUDLE Mr N K S Wills KILFINAN Messrs J & D Wilson KILMODAN Lt Col Colin Stewart Winter SHELLACHAN Ayrshire Mr Billy Anderson Mr Andrew Clotworthy Miss Heather Denholm Mr T Drennan Mr & Mrs R Fergie Firm of R S Duncan Mr Alan Kennedy Mr & Mrs A Kirkpatrick Mr & Mrs A A McIntyre & Family Herr Detlef Meier

BAIDLAND MAINS INVERALTON SOUTHMUIR BAGSHOT PARK KNOCKENDON BLACKSTONE GOLDENBERRY GLENGARNOCK STAIR HANENSOIK

Mrs M Montgomerie Mr James T Muir Mr Donald Murchie Mr Jack P Ramsay Mrs Liz Shaw Mr & Mrs J K & F G Smith Dr W Steele Mr & Mrs M Taylor Mrs K M K Tobias Mr R D Wallace Banffshire Delnabo Estate Messrs J & M Forbes & Son Mr A W Garrick Glenavon Estate Ltd Mr & Mrs J Watt

MONKCASTLE MUIRDAIL TORBEG MILLERSTON CIR MHOR SHANTER LANGLANDS GLENTYNE BENTFAULDS NORTH AUCHENBRAIN DELNABO FERNAIG HEATHERHILLS GLENLIVET GLENAVON BALWARREN

Berwickshire Ms RCC Douglas The Hon Mrs Henry Douglas-Home Mr Bill Harrison Mr J Home Robertson Mrs S Younger

SHOLTO OLD GREENLAW BLACKPOTTS PAXTON WHITSLAID

Caithness Messrs J & D Anderson Messrs M & J Coghill Mrs Sheila Gillon Mr D Glass Mrs G M Gunn Mr David A Miller Mr & Mrs G Sutherland Mr Ian D Swanson

CABERFIEDH ACHREAMIE AVIEDALE BURIFA SWINEY KNOCKGLASS BARDNAHEIGH HILLICLAY

Clackmannanshire Blairlogan Highlanders Miss Pamela LM Murray

BLAIRLOGAN BALHEARTY

Dumfriesshire Dr Brian E Boyes Mr A Brown Messrs M D & S A Clarke Mr LJA Currie Mr A Fitzsimon Mr & Mrs D R Fountain Mr Gary Henry Messrs Robert Hyslop & Sons Mr Tom Ritchie Dunbartonshire Mr J Caldwell Lochs & Glens Holidays Mr John M Mackay Mr P J Robertson Dundee Mr JL Baird East Lothian Messrs Gavin & Anna Brown Mr Paddy Crerar Easter Ross Mrs Heather Corrigall

COWHEY BEINN GHLAS ASHIEBURN DARGAVEL TREGALLON BROOMRIGG STROQUHAN REDRULLION MIDDLESHAW KILMARONOCK ACHRAY KILPATRICK DOUNE OF GLENDOUGLAS SCOTSTON SPRINGFIELD CORRARY EARN

Fife Mr Tommy Gilmartin Mr Timothy J D Hall Ms Ali Hibbert Mr Hamish ET Irvine Kinloss Farms Ltd Mr Donald MacNaughton Mrs Margaret McGowan Mr James D J Oswald Messrs J & M Stewart The Rankeilour Trust Mr & Mrs C W Wilson Glasgow Glasgow City Council

GILLIESFAULDS OLD INZIEVAR SHEARDRUM CRAIGLUSCAR FARM FOLD KINLOSS RANNOCH WOODAIRD FLISKMILLAN LANGRAW RANKEILOUR DAMS POLLOK

Inverness-shire Mr E A Cameron GLEN NEVIS Mr Chris Carver TORLUNDY Conaglen Est, Broadlands Properties Ltd CONAGLEN Culachy Estate Management Ltd CULACHY The Culloden Fold CULLODEN Mrs M M Edwards NA COMERICH Mr J K R Falconer LABHDAL Dr Michael E M Foxley ACHAPHUBUIL Mr J P Grant of Rothiemurchus ROTHIEMURCHUS Mr Kenneth Knott INCHMORE Mrs P Knox INNISARD Leys Castle Farm LEYS Lochaber Forest District GARRY PINEWOOD Mrs Sue Lowe GLAICK Major H R MacDonald-Haig BORLUM Mrs Ali MacDonell GLENFESHIE Mr Kenneth N MacKenzie CREAGALAIN Mr DJ Maclennan MRCVS MBE OLD CORRY Mr Murdo MacLean WESTER CROACHY Mr Angus Macpherson BIALLID Mrs Mairi McLellan SHIELDAIG CROFT Mr Gregor McNicol GASK Miss Sarah Nicolson EYRE FOLD Mr Robert McAulay Pottie DALZIEL Mr A Smith GLENGARRY Mr David Sutherland OLD TOWN OF LEYS Mr C H Swift CLUNES The National Trust for Scotland CHANAIDH Mr Richard Thomson GERGASK Messrs R S & J M Tilford MUNLOCHY Tordarroch Estates TORDARROCH Trustees of Cawdor Marriage Settlement Trust Joint Fund DRYNACHAN Mr Roy Tylden-Wright UBHAIDH Upper Glenfintaig Est Farm GLENFINTAIG HIGHLANDERS W G C Farming Ltd KILMARTIN HALL Isle of Barra Messrs Donald & Karen GalbraithGLEANN BAGH A CHASTEIL Mr John Gillies BEINN NAN CARNAN Isle of Benbecula Mrs Jeni Henton Mrs M MacDonald Isle of Bute Mrs A Taylor

EILEAN DUBH DRUIMDEARG BENMEANACH

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124 Isle of Lewis Mrs Kathleen Allen Mr Finlay Macdonald Mr C T Mackenzie Mr Johnny MacLeod Mr Murdo MacLeod Mr Iain Macsween Messrs Matheson Ms Alice Starmore Ms Sarah Taylor-Gerloch Ms Heather M Wilson

HIGHLAND BREEDERS’ JOURNAL

RUDHA NA SITHEAN KINLOCHROAG SCALISCRO CARLOWAY UIGEAN BHUAL FHEOIR BRUE BROAD BAY AIRD UIG MHOREONACH

Isle of Skye Mr C MacFadyen Ms Yvonne White

BORVE ROMESDAL

North Uist Mr & Mrs A A MacDonald Mr Martin May

ARDBHAN MAY

Kincardineshire Mr R G Robertson

PITGARVIE

Kinross-shire Messrs Brown Mr A Cheape Mr Bryon MacNaughton Mr AA Wheelwright

CRAIGOWMILL FOSSOWAY LITTLE RANNOCH IOMROLL

Kirkcudbrightshire Messrs D C & J R Gibbon Mr & Mrs N Taylor

HEATHERLEY BARLOCHAN

Lanarkshire Messrs N & G Bark Miss Alex Doak Douglas and Angus Estates Mr Stephen & Mrs Rosemary Hunter Mr Andy Irvine Mrs Ashley MacGregor Dr G MacKenzie Mr & Mrs J Mackie Mr S Park Mr Alan Prentice Mr RF Smith Messrs R & M Weir Mr WR Wilson

NETHERHALL MUIRFOOT DOUGLAS HUNTERS SPOUTCROFT PROVAN TINTO MERKLAND BRUCEFIELD HYNDFORD PONFEIGH SUNNYSIDE TRYNLAW

Midlothian Mrs Heather Long Mrs F Rice Messrs Tom & Claire Sample

PEATHAUGH BELSTANE THE GEAL ROS

Morayshire Mrs Angela Ambler COBBLEPOT OF ARNDILLY Balnafettach (Estates) Ltd BALNAFETTACH Messrs A D & E A Bodman TAIGH NAN CLACH Mr AJM Gibson CULLERNE Mr & Mrs D & F MacKenzie THE CROFT Messrs J & M McConachie & Son CULFOICH Mrs Emma Thorpe LEVEL Orkney Mr Patrick Casey Mr Edward H. Smales

CASEY JOHARRA

Peebleshire Mr & Mrs A Aitchison Mr & Mrs D Crane Mr D R Dickson Mr GM Goldstraw Mr I A M MacLeod Perthshire Mr J I Anderson Ashmore and Strone Estate Ltd Mrs H Barker Mr W H Black MBE Mr & Mrs A Blackburn Mr John S Bridge Mr LL Brown Mr Peter A Brown Mr G A Cameron Mrs Anne Cameron Mr David D Cameron Mr James P Campbell Mr John Carter Ms Ailsa Clark Messrs J & M R Clark Miss Jill Davis Mrs Norma Farquharson Ms Morag Fletcher Mr Haydn Alun Garton Mr D M M Gilbertson Glenfernate Estate Mr Richard W Haldane MBE Mrs G Headspeath Miss Kym Henderson Mrs PJ Heriot Maitland Highland Wagyu Mr Stephen Kay Mr J A Lacey Mrs M W Lauder Lawers Estate Messrs Euan & Penny Loudon Ms Michie MacDonald Messrs William T & A McCord Mr R McNaughton Messrs T & G Muirhead Michael & Sally Nairn Mrs Emma Paterson Mr & Mrs HJ Queisser Mr & Mrs J Redpath Sir W J D Roberts, Bt Mr David Soutar Mrs Virginia M Stacy-Marks Messrs J Taylor Mr W F Taylor Mrs Ann Taylor Mr & Mrs AA Tosh Mr & Mrs M Venables Young & Brown

MOSSCAIRN GRAY BRAE LYNTOUN VENLAW CRINGLETIE RORO ASHMORE TORRIE BALMACHREE ROISBHEINN BEN VUIRICH FORNETH LUBNAIG DRUMARDOCH GLENOGLE SEVERIE CRUACHAN BEAG GLASCLUNE AM BLAR MOR HOUSE OF NAIRNE FRIARTON THE HORN DAMORLIN THAGGNAM LEYSTONE GLENFERNATE CLOAN THE WELLBURN STIELTURRA ERROL MOHMAR FOREBRAE BEINN LATHA UR KILLUNDINE LAWERS HOME FARM EASTER DEUGLIE AUCHLEEKS OCHILLVIEW HILLHOUSE CORRIEMUCKLOCH BALNABROICH BENMORE GLENEARN MULLABRACK STRATHALLAN DEANBANK AUCHTENNY ARDEONAIG DALL WEST BUSBY TULLACH ARD LOCH VOIL BATTLE COURT

Renfrewshire Mr B A Bateman Mr IGM Duff Killochries Fold

HALLHILL DUCHAL KILLOCHRIES FOLD

Ross-shire Inverinate Estate

KILLILAN

Mr Peter Logan Maureen MacArthur & John Ashton Mr Ron MacLean Mr Hugh Sydney Mitchell Mrs Flora Smith Strathvaich Farms LLP

KNOCKBAIN ALLANFEARN CORNTOWN BRAELANGWELL KILLIN STRATHVAICH

ENGLAND Bedfordshire Mr Paul Harris Mr D W Maudlin Mr Peter J Worth

Roxburghshire Mr J D Arthurs Mrs Nicola McClung Mr Ian O Stewart

HOSCOTE CROC MHOR HUME HALL

Scottish Borders Ms Caroline Cuthbertson Edgerston Trading (2006) Ltd Ms Kate Graham Mr Steve Hartley

Berkshire Mrs Sophie A Grover Mr NS Grundon Mrs Samantha Rayner Dame Theresa Sackler Mrs J & Mr D Woolf

JEDDERFIELD EDGERSTON SHANKEND RICCARTON

Bristol Mr JM Hayward Rare Stock Farm

Selkirkshire Muirhouse Farm Partnership

MURHSE

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Crop Ear- a highly variable defect of the outer ear A recurring topic which frequently exposes strongly held opinions among Highland Cattle Breeders in Germany is that of Crop Ear. Recent Crop Ear discussions prompted my preparation of some facts about the condition, including information from new genetic research in Switzerland, which I now provide in this article, and which I hope will be helpful. What is Crop Ear Crop Ear is a congenital defect of the outer ear with “a monogenic autosomal dominant mode of inheritance with variable expressivity” (Koch et al.). It is predominantly found in cattle of the Highland Breed, and is not associated with other defects or malfunctions. (Synonyms: cauliflower ear, notched ears, nicked ears, dock ears) Since such a definition hardly slips off the tongue easily enough for natural conversation, I offer my explanation of it and also an elaboration of additional relevant factors. Crop Ear is an inherited defect of the outer ear.The defect is inherited autosomally, i.e. it is not inherited on one of the sex chromosomes and can thus affect both sexes. It is inherited monogenically, i.e. only a single gene is responsible. It is inherited dominantly, i.e. a heterozygous carrier (in other words, an animal that has inherited the crop ear gene from one parent only) also exhibits the ear defect. The phenotypic expression is variable, i.e. with the same genetic makeup the externally discernible characteristics of the ear defect may differ greatly from animal to animal. The defect usually presents itself more or less symmetrically in both ears. Crop Ear is found in Highland and Ayrshire cattle (and their cross-breeds), and sometimes in Dexter cattle. This last point is interesting for a reason that has nothing to do with Crop Ear: “notched ears” were first described in scientific literature in 1915 by a Japanese author (Yamane) who found this defect in Ayrshire Cattle exported to Japan from California. These Ayrshires carried bloodlines from an Ayrshire bull described as “dark brown and white with nicked ears” exported from Scotland to the United States in 1859. In the late 1950s Crop Ears were also found in Ayrshires (and crosses) in the USA and in New Zealand (MacDonald) and in shape, variability and genetic transmission these corresponded exactly with results of scientific research that was done on Highland Cattle for the first time much later in 1994 (Scheider et al.). Ayrshire Cattle, today a worldwide spread high milkyield dual-purpose breed, originate from West Ayrshire, south-west of Glasgow. Writing in 1834 Youatt hints that the cattle found in Ayrshire are likely related to the “West Highland Cattle” and indeed the historically documented early occurance of Crop Ears in Ayrshire Cattle (Youatt called them one “of the varied mingling breeds of the Lowlands”) provides a strong indication that the Ayrshire breed indeed has one of its origins in West Highland Cattle (see also Wilson). Apart from this, literary references to inherited ear deformities in domestic cattle, such as from Wriedt and

Lush, contain only very sparse information, and the individual cases described by them differ significantly from Crop Ear. By current knowledge, therefore, Crop Ear is a genetic defect which apparently manifests only in Highland cattle and the distantly related Ayrshire cattle (and in their cross-breeds), and occasionally also in Dexter cattle, a small breed descended from the old Irish breed of Kerry cattle. The fact that Crop Ear does not present itself in other Eurasian domesticated cattle breeds seems to indicate that it is a very old genetic mutation, which must have taken place a long way down the common family tree of the bovines generally referred to as Celtic cattle of the islands of the North Atlantic. (I admit that this is entirely a personal assumption, in accordance with Celtic mythology – see below –, but one for which I am unable to muster scientific witnesses.) No functional impairment whatsoever is reported anywhere in the available literature for the heterozygous variant. These animals are in fact completely healthy. There is speculation, however, regarding the homozygous variant as to whether specific localisation of a sound source may be impaired in these animals which otherwise appear to hear normally. Likewise, one may speculate whether water or flies can cause damage more easily in a grossly deformed ear. This is neither known nor reported upon. What do Crop Ears look like? How do they feel to the touch? Crop Ears in one animal can look very different from Crop Ear in another. The defect usually occurs on both ears, but may not always be absolutely symmetrical. The condition is evident on the newborn calf and probably does not change much throughout life. The malformation ranges from a tiny V- shaped nick on the ear tip to deep crack-like notches the entire length of the earlobe, similar to a healed injury as for example in the case of a torn-off ear-tag (in which case the torn effect shows on one ear only). In the worst instances an irregular or split ear cartilage is considerably thickened, severely shortened, or both. In the mildest case, however, the effect at the apex of the ear may be so minimal that a cartilaginous thickened small dent is only traceable when palpated. In most cases of Crop Ear, namely in the animals in which the ears have only a 1-2 cm deep notch, the defect is hidden under the profuse hair on the ears and therefore easily missed on visual inspection from a normal distance. Only the more severe mutilations with deep notches are readily evident when having a look at the cattle in natural circumstances (see pictures, also Cochrane) . In many cases, therefore, Crop Ear is only found by deliberate manual palpation of both ears. Unless you conscientiously check each ear for normality, a minimal manifestation of the Crop Ear condition can easily escape detection, even when fitting ear tags to calves. If you do a meticulous manual check, however, most cases of Crop Ear should be discovered without recourse to specialist knowledge or invited experts. There are two reasons for the fact that instances

132 of Crop Ears can be so different in appearance, and different to the touch. One stems from the fact that an animal may have inherited the crop ear gene variant (let’s call it “C” for this discussion) from both parents. This animal is designated as homozygous for this genetic characteristic, i.e. its complete set of genes contain the crop ear gene variant twice (CC). These homozygous animals exhibit the external characteristic “Crop Ear” to a more severe degree, i.e. deep notches / very stunted ears, and these animals always transmit a crop ear gene to their offspring. Animals which have inherited the crop ear gene variant (C) from only one parent, and have inherited from the other parent a normal non crop ear gene variant (let’s call the non crop ear gene variant “c”), are designated heterozygous for the crop ear attribute. These (Cc) animals’ - that is those with gene sets which include both the crop ear (C), and the normal (c), gene variants - can pass on either the crop ear variant (C) or the normal ear variant (c) to their offspring. These heterozygous animals exhibit to a less severe degree the external attribute of Crop Ear, i.e. the characteristic notches which are not so easy to see, and which one often has to palpate to determine any presence of the condition. To complete the picture: normal animals are homozygous for the normal non crop ear gene variant (cc), having inherited the normal ear gene from both parents. Therefore if a normal (cc) gene carrier mates with a homozygous crop ear carrier (CC), the offspring will always be heterozygous regarding the ear gene (Cc or cC) and therefore – see above – have Crop Ears of a less severe degree. If a normal (cc) gene carrier mates with a heterozygous (Cc or cC) carrier, either the homozygous situation of (cc) may result in the offspring – i.e. offspring which are genetically free of Crop Ear and therefore free of external crop ear attributes; or the heterozygous situation (Cc or cC) may result. So far, these facts are straightforward – and what has been set out above corresponds with Mendelian heredity theory and the state of knowledge hitherto. However, the fact that cropped ears vary, both in appearance and to the touch, is linked to a second peculiarity of the inheritance of this characteristic, and that brings us to recent news about Crop Ear. Recent News About Crop Ear What’s new is that a team of Swiss scientists has addressed the task of analytically identifying the crop ear gene DNA, and those scientists published their results in October 2013 (Koch et al). The crop ear gene has been identified and its presence can now be detected in individual animals by means of a test. The work has further confirmed the autosomal dominant mode of inheritance previously inferred from family tree analysis (MacDonald, Scheider et al.), albeit with a slight but not insignificant correction, which may explain why debates about Crop Ear tend to be hopelessly controversial and usually finish up a blind alley. According to our understanding hitherto, Crop Ear was said to have an “incomplete dominant” mode of inheritance (or put another way, a dominant mode of inheritance with incomplete penetrance), which would mean that in some heterocygous individuals the

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attribute is not expressed phenotypically at all. This view no longer applies according to recent findings by the Swiss team of scientists. Their report now speaks of a “variable expression” of the dominantly inherited characteristic, meaning that every genetic carrier of Crop Ear whether homozygous or heterozygous, does exhibit the attribute phenotypically, albeit with widely variable expression of the characteristic. Thus one must acknowledge that there are various degrees of the severe and obvious Crop Ear category, most likely associated with a homozygous genotype, as well as various degrees of the finer and less obvious variants found on heterozygous animals. However, what has not been investigated and what is not known is: -

which factors influence the variability of phenotypic crop ear characteristics in different animals with identical genotype. whether there are phenotypically fluid transitions from a minimal variant in a genetically homozygous animal and a maximal variant in a genetically heterozygous animal. There is presumably a continuum of phenotypic characteristics such that only the very fine minimal or the gross maximal variants may be categorised as heterozygous or homozygous with any degree of certainty (M. Mäkelä, personal correspondence). whether Crop Ear always appears symmetrically and identically in both ears. It may be possible that occasionally a difference between the two ears can exist to a greater or lesser degree. (Ù. Cochrane, M. Mäkelä, personal correspondence). whether crop ears change over the course of the life of the animal. My guess is they probably just grow along with the animal, and probably change little in shape and characteristic.

“Incomplete penetrance” (from previous understanding of the condition) or “variable expression” (according to the Swiss team) - may sound like genetic gobbledygook or scientific hair-splitting but what it really means is: A genetic carrier exhibits the attribute on its ear. And an animal that exhibits nothing on its ear is not a genetic carrier. No doubt this statement will meet with opposition, most probably because of the difficulty in identifying some cases of Crop Ear. Again and again one hears of the birth of crop-eared animals which, to the dismay and disbelief of the breeders, are honestly thought to be descended from parents completely free of Crop Ear. This is a perplexing situation for the breeders, and I do not know whether any such cases have actually been seriously and expertly documented. Prof. Drögemüller, the head of the aforementioned Swiss team of scientists asserts: “Animals with a copy of the mutation, genotype CE-1, always have deformities in their ear lobes, even if those deformities are highly variable and sometimes extremely difficult to detect” (personal correspondence). Matti Mäkelä, a Finnish Highland cattle enthusiast who, out of personal interest (not to say obsession – he would not mind me suggesting) has doubtless grabbed more Highland cows by the ears than any other person, similarly states that there were cases

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where the defect “was so minimal that I had great difficulties to identify any anomalies in the ears. I think that it really is possible to make a wrong decision by palpating the ears.” (personal correspondence). In other words, in specific individual cases the distinction between a minimal variant and a normal ear can indeed be very difficult to detect and define. Such a case is presumably rather rare, but, thanks to the advances made by the Swiss team, in unclear or contentious cases the question can readily be resolved safely and unambiguously by means of a genetic test. (This test can be undertaken at the University of Berne, Switzerland, using blood, hair, sperm or tissue samples. It costs 75.00 euros and takes 2-8 weeks. Application forms and further details may be downloaded from http://www.genetics.unibe. ch/unibe/vetmed/genetic/content/e2885/e3144/ e290715/files290716/AntragKruppohren ger.pdf ) Crop Ear, Gaelic Folklore and the Highland Breeders Like many mythologies Celtic mythology embraces the existence of a mysterious creature called a water-bull ( ref. Maier ). The survival of legends through the oral tradition in Scottish Gaelic folklore makes it impossible to date the arrival of water-bulls, or the Tarbh Uisge, which for centuries appeared unpredictably in and around the sea and lochs of the Hebridean Islands and West Highlands of Scotland. However, the folklore has preserve comment on both behaviour and appearance of the Tarbh Uisge. Seemingly the Tarbh Uisge itself is rarely seen, it emerges from the water at night and covers ashore cows, and the resulting progeny are very easily identified as those sired by a water-bull. Such a mythical bull is called Tarroo-Ushtey in the Isle of Man, and there are also water-bull myths in Germany, but the Hebridean Tarbh Uisge is distinct in that it is given specific attributes: Tarbh-Uisge is a large black bull with velvety fur, he has no ears and his calves have slotted ears. When the explorer Martin Martin, on his journey to the Hebrides in 1695 visited the Isle of Skye he documented this legend writing “ There are several calves that have a slit at the top of their ears; and these the natives fancy to be the issue of a wild bull that comes from the sea or fresh lakes; and this calf is by them called corky-fyre “(Martin ). In the extensive collection of “Popular Tales from the West Highlands” (Campbell) an island resident reported in 1862 that he had “often seen bulls feeding about the lake sides with the cattle, and the cows often had calves. They are `corcach´, short-eared, a cross between the water-bull and a land-cow “. And A. Carmichael, who collected Gaelic songs, rhymes and legends in late 19th century, wrote “These notch-eared cattle - ` Torc Chluasach ‘ are frequent in the Western Isles and are spoken of as `Slioc a Chroidh Mhara’, the descendants of the fabled sea cattle.” A pious man, the Rev. Alexander Stewart, distances himself in his 1885 book “Twixt Ben Nevis and Glencoe” from such “ridiculously childish and absurdly impossible” things such as water bulls and progeny with malformed ears and held to ridicule the fact that “the initiated still pretend to point out cattle with more or less of this questionable blood in them, in

133 almost every drove of pure Highland cows and heifers you like to bring under their notice”. It is not difficult to recognize in these mythical creatures our own Crop Ear animals : Tarbh - Uisge , the bull without ears , apparently a homozygous animal; corky-fyre , the heterozygous offspring with the split ear tips. Clearly the natives of the Hebrides and the Western Highlands have been familiar with these ear deformities ever since the ancient times when poorly understood facts and events of everyday life – namely human and animal diseases – led to the creation of explanatory myths and legends, embellished in different localities and circumstances and preserved by oral tradition. If one researches into Crop Ear, one will find an abundance of references in Scottish Gaelic folklore. In the sparsity of early literature on Highland Cattle, however, there is no mention of Crop Ear and even after the establishment of the Herd Book there is only one reference to it in a booklet about the breed by J.Cameron in 1929, endorsed by the Highland Cattle Society, which noted that “dock ears” was an unimportant feature, known of for generations, and should now be bred out by using “full-eared” bulls. Surely this low-key mention of the ear deformity suggests that former cattle breeders were well aware of the condition and at the same time not overly concerned about it. Ùna Cochrane, author of “A Keen Eye”, a comprehensive and beautiful book about Highland Cattle, has a large collection of old photographs and postcards of Highland Cattle from as early as 1903, which on scrutiny reveal a surprising number of cows and calves exhibiting the Crop Ear condition. It would seem that breeders at that time noticed the defect and thought of it as merely a minor cosmetic deformity unworthy of debate or serious action to eliminate it. Until the late 1980’s Crop Ear was not on the agenda in Breed Society circles. Donald MacDiarmid, the longtime much respected Herdsman of the old Leys Castle herd near Inverness, born and raised on the Isle of Skye, who had spent his whole life with Highlands said to me in 1991 that before his visit to Germany he had never knowingly dealt with animals with the Crop Ear condition. However, the defect must have been present, although evidently undetected, among the prestigious Highland herds that from the late 1970’s were exporting animals to Germany and Denmark. When Crop Ear surfaced in livestock in Germany, Denmark, Australia, later followed by instances of it in Switzerland, and when outraged breeders in Australia complained about the expensive imported animals they had purchased being “malformed”, the Scottish Highland Cattle Society for the first time was forced to establish an official stance on the defect. (Interestingly, now there were voices in the HCS, attributed by rumour to breeders from the Isle of Skye, who argued that the Crop Ear condition should be considered a breed feature, and that it was evidence of particularly ancient, pure and true breeding.) The current policy position of the HCS dates from 1989 and reads: “Crop Ear is not a sufficiently serious condition to warrant the exclusion from the Herd Book of bulls which are otherwise satisfactory. Notification of Crop Ear in bulls is compulsory. Breeders will be able to choose whether they wish to use a bull with Crop Ear.” This policy is reprinted

134 each year in the Highland Cattle Society’s annual Highland Breeders Journal. The veracity of the entry into the registration system is not officially supported by mandatory bull approval or assessment. In Germany there is no compulsory notification of the defect at birth, but stock bulls have to be inspected for approval and crop eared bulls are to be rejected – no matter how satisfactory otherwise. It is not known how many crop ear animals there are in Germany . There are certainly not many, and according to my personal impression, it is a much lower percentage than 20-25 years ago. Therefore it is all the more surprising how much anger and bad feeling still erupts from time to time when an uninformed or ignorant novice breeder buys a slit-eared animal from a breeder who should know about the condition, who should have told his customer or who maintains he has never had crop ears in his fold. Then once again there will be those who make loud clamour for stricter rules and official enforcement of procedures and others who try to create a distinctive personal image by advertising their fold as crop-ear-free. Such a recurring kerfuffle seems rather pointless to me because

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without unreasonable and drastic administrative measures. Nevertheless, bureaucratic rules apart, in the interest of informed choice it is crucial that full knowledge about Crop Ears is commonplace among breeders. Hopefully this article will offer some help to established breeders and their individual policies. For newcomers it might provide a kind of check list for considerations when embarking on this choice of livestock. Literature 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.

Crop Ear is not, in fact, a major problem and I would therefore like to conclude with a brief personal plea for a reasonable, measured and practicable approach to this relatively unimportant feature. We should note that: -

Crop Ear is a genetic defect, and is therefore no more relevant in a breed description than other genetic defects. We breed farm animals and not Show poodles, and Crop Ear, although in some instances unattractive in appearance, does not affect adversely the health, well-being and performance of the animal. It is pretty easy to get and keep your own stock crop-ear-free: all you need is some attention, some knowledge about the condition (no more than this article offers) and a butcher – careful selection of breeding stock as usual. There is no need for a new set of rules and you don´t have to invite special inspections. A genetic test will only be needed in very rare cases. You can also breed successfully with a crop-ear animal if you consider that it is otherwise of exceptional quality. For meat production Crop Ear does not matter. Those who want to sell breeding animals will get from a heterozygous cow as much as 50 % genotypically and phenotypically crop-ear-free offspring. These animals can be sold with a clear conscience and in case of doubt there is now the genetic test available. (The issue of enforcing regulations on the use of only crop-ear-free bulls I wish to leave unresolved for the time being, although I do think that the current gene pool of Highland bulls is sufficiently wide to keep healthy stock numbers globally without the use of crop ear bulls.), in any case it would be difficult to render the entire Highland cattle population absolutely genetically crop-ear-free

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Cameron J : Preserving A Noble Old Breed, ed. Highland Cattle Society, 1925, zit. nach Cochrane, S. 254-255 Campbell JF : Popular Tales of the West Highlands, Edinburgh, 1862, Vol. 4, S.331 Carmichael A : Grazing and Agrestic Custums of the Outer Hebrides; Reprint from the Report of the Crofter Royal Commission, Edinburgh, 1884, S.466 Cochrane ÙF : A Keen Eye – Facts and Folklore on Scottish Highland Cattle, Edinburgh, 1996, S. 33 Koch CT, Bruggmann R, Tetens J, Drögemüller C (2013) A Non Coding Genomic Duplication at the HMX1 Locus Is Associated with Crop Ears in Highland Cattle. PloS ONE 8(10): e77841. doi:10.1371/journal.pone.0077841 Lush JL :An hereditary notch in the ears of Jersey cattle, J.Hered. 13: 8-13 (1922) MacDonald MA: Notched Ears in New Zealand Dairy Cattle, J.Hered. 48: 244-247 (1957) Maier B : Beasts from the Deep: The WaterBull in Celtic, Germanic and Balto-Slavonic Traditions, ZCP 51: 4-16 (1999) Martin M : A Descripion of the Western Island of Scotland ca 1695, Reprint: Birlinn Ltd, Edinburgh, 1999, S. 102 Scheider A, Schmidt P, Distl O : Zur Vererbung von Ohrkerben beim Highland Cattle, Berl. Münch. Tierärztl Wochenschr. 107: 348-352 (1994) Scheider A, Schmidt P, Distl O : Untersuchungen zum Erbgang von Ohrkerben beim Highland Cattle, Highland Cattle Journal, 4: 56-59 (1999) Stewart A : Twixt Ben Nevis and Glencoe: The Natural History, Legends, and Folklore of the West Highlands. Edinburgh, 1885, S. 39-41 Wilson J : The Evolution of British Cattle and the Fashioning of Breeds, London (1909), S. 108 Wriedt C : Vererbliche Scharten an den Ohren des Rindes, Z. Tierzücht. Züchtungsbiol. 3: 235238 (1925) Yamane J : On the inheritance of an aural abnormality in the Ayrshire cattle, Hokkaido Imperial University, Sapporo, Faculty Agri. Jour. 6: 166-172 (1915), zit. nach MacDonald Youatt W : Cattle; Their Breeds, Management, and Diseases, London, 1834, S. 128-130

I thank Ùna Cochrane for the use of images from her archive, for her help with the translation and also for valuable suggestions and corrections to the manuscript. Thanks also go to Cord Drögemüller and Matti Mäkelä for helpful personal communication. by Stephan Janz

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Royal Highland Show 2013

Overall Champion – Bhoidheach Ruadh 1st of Merkland House from Mrs C McKechnie with stockman Rich Thomson.

Scottish sunshine greeted our exhibitors at this year’s Royal Highland Show. Once again the Highland section was one of largest in the beef cattle section and the honour of judging fell to past president Andrew Kirkpatrick from the Glengarnock Fold, Beith, Ayrshire. This year’s overall and female champion came from the two year old class, Bhoidheach Ruadh 1st of Merkland House from Mrs C McKechnie of the Gartocharn Fold, France Farm, Gartocharn, Stirlingshire. This heifer was bred by John & Dawn Mackie from Merkland House, Strathaven by Prionnsa Rhuadh of Pole and out of Bhoideach Ruadh 2nd of Glengoyne. Reserve overall and reserve female was a home bred three year old heifer Princess of Killochries from the Killochries Fold, Kilmacolm, Renfrewshire by Dughall of Killochries and out of Princess 2nd of Kinpurnie. The heifer was brought out by stockman Allan Gordon. Reserve overall and reserve female Princess of Killochries from Killochries Fold.

Reserve overall and reserve female Princess of Killochries from Killochries Fold.

Male Champion came from the fold of Alastair Fitzsimon, Tregallon Fold, Lochfoot, Dumfries. Allt Ruadh of Crannich was bred on the isle of Mull by Robin Sedgwick and was 2011 born. Out of Agnes A’Ghmor 3rd of the Wellburn and by Ruaridh of Hyndford. He was brought out by stockman Angus MacGillivray. Reserve male and champion junior animal came from Alan Kennedy, Goldenberry, West Kilbride with Callum 7th of Goldenberry out of Morag 3rd of Avondale and by Callum of Cir Mhor. Alan’s yearling heifer Cannach 5th of Goldenberry, a half-sister to the junior bull and out of Cannach 20th of Achnacloich. The group of three came a creditable 3rd in the native group of three - Morag of Ubhaidh from Mrs C McKechnie, Leonara of Greenfield from D & J MacGillivray and Allt Ruadh of Crannich from Mr A Fitzsimon.

Reserve overall and reserve female Princess of Killochries from Killochries Fold.

Judge Andrew Kirkpatrick wrote: It was a great honour and privilege to be asked to judge the royal highland show. The weather was just right for showing, not to warm or bright and thankfully no rain! As usual it was well attended, a good turnout of cattle and exhibitors and spectators. All classes were well attended but two classes stood out, that was the 2year old and 3year old heifer, these were large classes with many of the animals showing good potential. My champion was Bhoidheach Rhuadh 1st of Merkland House a 2 year old heifer exhibited by Mrs. Catherine McKechnie, she was a very worthy winner

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who showed excellent breed characteristics…good head, neck set well into the shoulder and well filled behind the shoulder, a good top and bottom line, good length and had good locomotion she was ably shown by Catherine’s husband Jim. The reserve champion Princess of Killochries a 3 year old heifer exhibited by Ian and Sheena Graham Killochries fold, this heifer showed characteristics similar to the champion she was ably shown by Alan Gordon. I would like to express a special mention to all stockpersons for bringing out their cattle so well presented and many thanks to the stewards and to all who helped to make the day a great success. Andrew Kirkpatrick - Judge

Thanks to all the members who helped at the marquee for the duration of the show.

Dexter Logan presenting the Horny Highlander Trophy to Jim McKechnie – stockman of champion animal.

Scotch Pie & Beans Recipe THE secret to my winning recipe in The Scottish Farmer cook off at last year’s Highland Show was, undoubtedly, the quality of the ingredients which were able to offset my well-known lack of culinary skill. Also, I couldn’t have done it without my ‘glamorous assistant’ Alison Mann on the day. My wife Christine also has to be credited as the inspiration behind the dish. The beef, of course, has to be of Highland cattle origin; in this case fillet steak from a top quality, well matured heifer carcase supplied by my good friend, Roddy McDougall, from his Paisley Road West shop in Glasgow. The pâté was sourced from Findlaters and the cheese from Arran. INGREDIENTS (per serving) l One traditional Scotch pie casing (your butcher can generally supply this, especially if you order the steak from him). l Two by three eights of an inch portions of Highland beef fillet cut to fit inside the pie casing. l Findlaters chicken liver pâté l Arran mature cheddar in a wax casing l Portion of green beans l Your own favourite beef gravy (I find a Rioja base suits my palate just fine) l Leeks for garnish METHOD Fry the steaks to your own palate (the rarer the steak, the more well hung it has to be). Broil the green beans for between one to two minutes, ensuring they don’t become soggy.

Fill the pie casing with a steak portion, followed by a thin layer of pâté topped by a smidgeon of gravy; repeat this process and top the pie off with some farls of thin cut cheese and garnish the top with flash fried leeks. Add the green beans on the side. TO FINISH I find the dish is best washed down with the rest of the bottle of Rioja, as it complements the gravy just fine and dandy!

Kindly supplied by Alasdair Fletcher, Editor of The Scottish Farmer

Great Yorkshire Show 2013

Champion – Bhanna Prionnsa 2nd of Knockendon from Mr AG Fitzsimon bred by R & F Fergie.

The sun was splitting the sky at this year’s Great Yorkshire show – a remarkable switch compared to the previous year and it large classes were awaiting judge, Hugh Macphail from Isle of Mull. This year belonged to Alastair Fitzsimon, a regular exhibitor at the show with his young cow Bhanna Prionnsa 2nd of Knockendon, bred by R & F Fergie, Knockendon Fold, Dalry taking the overall champion. This female is by Romach Rob of Torloisk and out of Bhanna Prionnsa 4th of Upper Cornabus and has a heifer calf at foot by Allan of Glengarnock. Reserve female came from the three year old class – another from the Alastair’s fold – Lady Alexis 1st of Glenlivet bred by Mr Alex Garrick, Ballindalloch out of Lady Zara 1st of Heatherhills Glenlivet and by Strathmore of Glamis Castle.

Reserve overall champion Allt Ruadh of Crannich.

Reserve overall champion also came from the Tregallon Fold, Allt Ruadh of Crannich who also took the male championship at the Royal Highland Show. Bred by Robin Sedgwick from the Isle of Mull is by Ruairaidh of Hyndford and out of Agnes A’Ghmor 3rd of the Wellburn and once again being brought out by stockman Angus MacGillivray. Not all the spoils came north of the border – Tim Jeffrey from the Edgewold Fold, Huby, York took the junior champion with his homebred yearling bull Toby of Edgewold by Angus of Edgewold and out of Ribhinn og 1st of the Howe and reserve junior animal came from Mr Gary Braines with his junior bull Gile Nana Gleann of Thaggnam bred by Alun Garton – this young bull is by Fear Cinnidh of Ardura and out of Julie 11th of Craigowmill.

Junior Champion Toby of Edgewold from Tim Jeffrey.

Elsewhere Gary took the reserve Male champion with home bred Gille Dubh of West Edmondsley by Gille Dubh 2nd of Craigowmill and out of Suisaidh Ruadh of Killochries. The Housewifes Choice took place on the Thursday – a popular competition between all the breeds. This year the Highland breed put forward a Braveheart theme with a little bit of Andy Murray – a big thank you to Mandy Cameron, Claire Holmes and the boys for getting organised and dressed for this competition. We were third overall and took the bubbly for the best name. Well done to Steve Leighton, Simon Haley, Daniel Rowbottom, Robert Bradley and Mark Braines for showing off their fine physiques! Thanks to the club members who helped at the marquee for the duration of the show.

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Royal Welsh Show - Monday 22nd July 2013 Full Results Bull Any Age 1st & Male Champion Brogach of Gilden Vale from DT & AM Handley 2nd Jacobite of Benmore from R & J Chilton Cow any age in calf or with calf at foot 1st and reserve female champion Cairistiona Ruadh of Cladich from Mrs Becky and Mr Huw Rowlands 2nd Una Eiteag of Gilden Vale from DT & AM Handley 3rd Jarc-Ola Barabal 2nd of Gilden Vale from Mrs Beverley Evans 4th Urshula 35th of Eastol Moor from MJ & VM Monk Overall Champion – Una Dubh 3rd of Gilden Vale from DT & AM Handley.

Once again the sun was shining for a glorious day of judging at this year’s Royal Welsh Show. A smaller entry was forward compared to other years and the job fell to Highland Cattle Society president Mr Charlie Bruce. It was Duncan & Angela Handley who received top honours for the second year running with their homebred two year old heifer Una Dubh 3rd of Gilden Vale out of Una Dubh of Gilden Vale and by the Scottish bred bull Black Prince 2nd of Idvies. Overall reserve was Cairistiona Ruadh of Cladich from Becky & Huw Rowlands, this cow with a bull calf at foot has had a successful show season to date. She is out of Cairistiona 4th of Cladich and by Eoin Mhor 2nd of Torloisk.

Heifer born 2010 1st Jarc-Ola Barabal 3rd of Gilden Vale from Mrs Beverley Evans 2nd Heather 2nd of Chadwich from MJ & VM Monk Heifer Born 2011 1st Female Champion & Overall Champion Una Dubh 3rd of Gilden Vale from DT & AM Handley 2nd Cruinneag Bhoidheach Dubh 1st of West Edmondsley from Mr Gareth Davies 3rd Patsy Foss 2nd of Cladich from Mrs Becky and Mr Huw Rowlands Heifer born 2012 1st Furan Fraoch 6th of GIlden Vale from DT & AM Handley 2nd Lady Ru 2nd of Celyn from Mrs Becky and Mr Huw Rowlands Group of Three – bred by Exhibitor DT & AM Handley

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Male champion also came from the Gilden Vale fold – a yearling bull Brogach of Gilden Vale also by Black Prince 2nd of Idvies and out of Una Ruadh of Gilden Vale.

Judge’s report from Charlie Bruce It was an honour and a privilege to be asked to judge at the Royal Welsh Show. The show is held in a magnificent setting and was very well organised and I would encourage anyone who has never been to attend. The show of highlanders for quality was quite good but we could have done with a few more entries. However I placed Duncan Handley’ black two year old heifer as champion and his very promising black yearling bull as reserve. The first prized cow exhibited by Mrs Becky and Mr Huw Rowlands was placed reserve female champion. I would like to thank all the exhibitors for showing their cattle and for being so friendly towards myself. Christine and I especially enjoyed the after show story telling of John Monk and the singing which followed.

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Scottish Winter Fair 2013

Stormer of Benmore

The new day of Saturday 30th November 2013 for the Scottish Winter Fair was deemed to be a success with plenty of people making the journey to Royal Highland Centre, Edinburgh for the event. In the Highland class, steer by Highland bull it was Stormer of Benmore by Angus Ruadh of Meggernie, that took the 1st prize ticket for Emma Paterson of the Benmore Fold. Weighing in at 496 kg this steer was sold to Mr Robert Bell, Craigo Farm, Leven View, Kinross at £2.55 per kg. Standing 2nd to him was Balmoral Chief for Her Majesty the Queen for the Balmoral Fold. The third place also went to the Benmore fold where he weighed in at 484 kg and was sold to Davidson Butchers, Scone at £2.35 per kg.

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Stars of the Future Calf Show Strong support for Highland cattle at Stars of the Future Calf Show The Stars of the Future Calf Show, held at its new location of United Auctions, Stirling, saw a well supported Highland section on Saturday forward for judge Richard Thomson. He tapped forward Neoinaean Ial of Ubhaidh from J and L Fraser as overall senior champion. This September born Torquil 1st of West Merkland daughter is out of Neoinaean Ial 11th of Glenkinglass and had already picked up senior female champion.

Standing reserve to him was A and G Nobleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s junior female champion Seonaid An Eilean of Brue. She is by Alasdair Ruadh of Craigowmill and out of Gruagach An Eilein of Brue.

Seonaid An Eilean of Brue

Neoinaean Ial of Ubhaidh

Taking reserve spot in the senior championship was Mhairi Bhan Ruadh of Tilbouries from A and G Noble. She is by 0EWKEMV (YFL RH SJ /MPPSGLVMIW ERH SYX SJ 1LEMVM &LER Ruadh of Claggersnich.

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Reserve junior male went to Dexter Loganâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hector of Blairlogan, he is by Bono Buidhe of Ceannacroic and out of Horatia 3rd of Ashmore. While Mharie of Rannoch from D MacNaughton stood reserve junior female. She is a Fergus SJ -WPI SJ &YXI HEYKLXIV SYX SJ 7O]I RH SJ 6ERRSGL Class 9: Heifers born 15th September to 5th Novmeber 2012 1, Messrs Fraser and Sonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Neoinaean Ial of Ubhaidh, by Torquil 1st of Merkland % ERH + 2SFPIÂ´W 1LEMVM &LER 6YEHL SJ /MPPSGLVMIW F] 0EWKEMV (YFL RH SJ /MPPSGLVMIW 3, A and G Nobleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Beathag Proiseag of Tilbouries, F] 0EWKEMV (YFL RH SJ /MPPSGLVMIW Class 10: Bulls born 28th January to 29th April 2013 1, K and E Brownâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Seamus Dubh of Craigowmill, by 4ERXLIV RH :SQ %MKRIVLSJ (I\XIV 0SKERÂ´W ,IGXSV SJ &PEMVPSKER F] &SRS &YMHLI of Ceannacroic 3, E Patersonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Tearlach of Benmore, by Corneal 3rd of Lagg Class 11: Heifers born 1st January to 22nd March 2013 1, A and G Nobleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Seonaid An Eilein of Brue, by Alasdair of Ruadh Craigowmill (I\XIV 0SKERÂ´W /EXMIQSVEK XL SJ &PEMVPSKER by Bono Buidhe of Ceannacroic 3, R Smithâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Mhairi 3rd of Ponfeigh, by Conan of Corriemuckloch Class 12: Heifers born 14th April to 22nd May 2013 1, D MacNaughtonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Mharie of Rannoch, by Fergus of Isle of Brute / ERH ) &VS[RÂ´W -WPE (YFL XL SJ 'VEMKS[QMPP F] 4ERXLIV RH :SQ %MKRIVLSJ ( 1EG2EYKLXSRÂ´W 'SREGLEMV RH SJ 0EKK F] %RKYW SJ Lyntoun

The Sheffield Highland Fling Our club show was this year held on Sunday 4th and Monday 5th of May, it was at our normal venue, Graves Park at Sheffield. As always the majority of entrants arrived the day before the main show on the Sunday, this always gets the show off to a chilled out start, casually getting the last bits of cleaning done to the cattle, the odd beer, good banter, checking out the oppositions cattle and trying to get your head round what your chances were of getting a rosette the following day. Mid-way through the afternoon we have our buddy class sessions. If you don’t already know what these are, it is where club members act as mentors to people just starting out, youngsters coming through the ranks, people who just love being in and around the highlands. We had 8 participants this year all with different grades of ability and knowledge. When the education side of things has been completed we have a judged competition out in the ring. This year’s judge was Robert Wain, his Champion was Annabel Meadows Smith, 9 years old. This is the 4th year in a row that Annabel has managed to win this trophy. This year’s judge was Tom Thomson from Woodneuk, Barrhead, Glasgow with wife Janette there to support him. 43 cattle were entered into the show, a good all round cross section from yearlings to 2’s, 3’s cows and calves, young bulls, and pairs. Results: Winner of The Buddy Class. Annabel Meadows Smith Winner- Novice Handler. John Armitage Yearling Heifer. Annag Dhubh of Thaggam : Annabel Meadows Smith 2 year old Heifer. Bonnie May of Moorside: Robert Bradley 3 year old Heifer. Moya of Marrick Park :Julia Carr Cow. Neoinean Bhuide 27th of Achnacloich: S & E Haley Calf. Ruadh Nero of Seam: Annabel Meadows Smith Yearling Bull. Sambais of West Edmonsley: Mark Braines Pairs. Moya and Makayla of Marrick Park: Julia Carr Championships; Junior Champion. Annag Dhubh of Thaggam: Annabel Meadows Smith Reserve Junior Champion. Samba is of West Edmonsley: Mark Braines Overall Champion. Moya of Marrick Park: Julia Carr Reserve Champion. Ruadh Eilidh 1st of Seam Simon and Emma Haley The weather played an important factor for the success of the show, as thousands turned out to see all the sights that the Sheffield Fling had to offer.

Annabel Meadows-Smith – winner of young handler

Julia Carr receives championship award from judge Tom Thomson.

Peter Fletcher. The king pin between the Sheffield local authority and the NEHCBC, nothing’s a problem to Peter, he just gets on with it year after year and makes it happen, Thanks ! Steve Leighton. Steve has managed to pull all the paperwork side together for the club, it never ceases to amaze me the amount of man hours that go into organising one of these events as well as doing a full time job, running a farm with his wife and all the day to day things that eat up all your spare time. Sterling effort Tom and Janette Thomson. Tom did a fantastic job doing the judging, everyone accepted all his decisions and had nothing but praise for the way he conducted his task. Please come south of the border again soon ! Leslie Burnett and her willing helpers for running the raffle and club merchandise sale, not an easy task but she is there year after year and never has a complaint. Mark, the Chief Steward. Considering he had never done anything like this before I think he will be on the list of people to call on in the future as he made the whole show run like clockwork.thanks Mark for all your help All of the volunteers from Graves Park who helped in the running of the event, it could not have happened without you all. If there are any people who I have forgotten to mention, I do apologise. Simon Haley

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Estates Review 2014 2014 is destined to be an intriguing year in the Scottish rural estates market. The most pressing questions being asked are what impact the forthcoming referendum on Scottish independence and potential legislation on land reform will have on this unique segment of the property market. Before addressing these exceptional circumstances in more detail, it is worthwhile assessing supply and demand of Scottish rural estates. Market conditions Market conditions in the general residential property market continue to improve. Better economic prospects, increased confidence in the business sector and greater availability of finance have all helped give rise to a more positive picture. Demand for estates remains relatively strong. For example, we recently marketed Invermarkie Estate in a number of lots (Guide price for the whole £4.775m) and a large part of it is now under offer. An Aberdeenshire mixed and diverse 1500 acre estate with agricultural, residential, sporting and renewable possibilities, this estate generated interest from Ireland, Denmark, Malaysia and the Far East. This sort of interest has been replicated across Scotland when other estates have been brought to market and prospective buyers commonly emerge from London, Hong Kong, Singapore and the Middle East as well Scotland. Kinpurnie Estate, about 5000 acres on the fertile vale of Strathmore in Angus, was marketed in 23 lots ranging from £280,000 up to £6m. With an aggregate price of £29m, the estate generated world wide interest at the closing date. While Highland estates in particular generally come to the market only once every 16 years and around 20 are sold annually, the overall number of estates sold in both 2012 and 2013 was 16, with a total sale price of some £60mil and £70mil in each year respectively Highland stalking estates continue to appeal particularly to continental buyers. Interest in grouse moors is generally widespread. The 2013 grouse season was helped last year by the dry and warm late spring and summer. This has boosted grouse numbers on a great many moors and importantly, grouse shooting provides an enormous benefit to a fragile rural economy of over £38m annually. Having recorded very healthy catches in 2012, the dry weather in 2013 did not however help Scotland’s anglers with many rivers ranging from the Spey in the north east and out to the lochs of the Outer Hebrides reporting significantly reduced catches, in some cases 60% of their 10 year average. That said, interest in estates and especially those with a fishing or sporting offering has not abated. Many estates change hands privately, ‘off market’ and, due to the fact that our experience in the estates market stretches back for more than 50 years, we act regularly as buying agents. However, buyers in this sector are very particular, know exactly what they want and are prepared to wait for the right property. As things stand, we have a number of clients who are ready to purchase the ‘right’ estate should they find it. There is, however, much more than simply the prestige of owning a Highland estate that appeals to buyers. While estates all have their own individual characteristics, discerning buyers often have a clear picture of their ideal blend of facilities and activities.

John Robin Bound. Purchasing a Scottish country estate is a formidable commitment, but over the years our firm has witnessed a steady stream of people more than willing to invest – almost regardless of fluctuating economic circumstances - on the basis that it is a sound, long-term commitment both financially and emotionally. Political landscape - Independence Referendum The political landscape in Scotland will be dominated in 2014 by the referendum on Scottish independence to be held on September 18. As things stand, opinion polls have consistently indicated that the majority of Scottish people wish to remain as part of the United Kingdom. That said, within these figures there remain a substantial number of people who remain in the ‘don’t know’ category and they could have a significant bearing on the final outcome. Referenda in other countries have shown that a narrowing of the gap between the opposing camps is likely nearer the referendum date. To date, there has, in our view been some ill-informed and uninformed comment regarding the potential effect of the referendum on the property market in general and on the estate market in particular. As a Scottish based firm with international reach, over the last few years we have been involved in the sale and purchase of more Scottish estates than any other property company. This experience has led us to avoid kneejerk conclusions about the potential effects of exceptional circumstances. To date, there is no compelling evidence that the impending referendum has had a direct negative effect on the estate market. However, as is generally the case in general election years, we anticipate that the uncertainty of the referendum will slow the estate market down in 2014. In keeping with the recovery in the general residential property market, we do however expect the estate market to show continued activity some time after the referendum, irrespective of the result, and given the unique nature of estate properties and the relatively few estates that are marketed every year, the market will we believe will pick up again and continue growing once the dust has settled.

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Joe Watson 1970- 2014 “Joe Watson - vocal champion of Scottish farming and inherently decent man” The farming community and the industry that reports on it, have been stunned by the death of Joe Watson, the farming editor of The Press and Journal, at the age of 43. Without doubt one of the hardest working journalists in the business, Joe was the recipient of many awards, not the least of which was when he won the Stuart Seaton Award for the best regional newspaper coverage of agriculture. But it will not just be awards that Joe will be remembered for. His sometimes abrasive style and inquisitive nature managed to winkle out news stories, even when the corporate barriers went up and the PR machine went into full retraction mode - that was his trademark and something he revelled in. It sometimes did not endear him to those in the firing line! Born and brought up in Turriff, he first entered the newspaper industry as a cub reporter at the age of 18 on the Turriff Advertiser, moving on to gain experience with The Press and Journal, followed by The Dundee Courier, before becoming editor of the weekly Mearns Leader, in Stonehaven. In 1996, he was appointed farming editor at The P and J and in this he found his forte. He devoted long working days in pursuit of his craft and it wasn’t just the hot news stories that interested Joe, but also the people of the farming industry. To that end, he travelled extensively both in Scotland and England, and also abroad, to widen his knowledge and reporting skills. As an executive member of the International Federation of Agricultural Journalists, Joe was instrumental in bringing the IFAJ’s annual congress to Scotland for the first time in 40 years, this year. This will be held in September and centred in Aberdeen. He was a key organiser and was looking forward to telling a world farming audience what Aberdeenshire had to offer. But he was ever a champion of the produce of the North-east, regularly offering a critique to his many followers on facebook on produce that he bought for home consumption or ate in restaurants. His work schedule was a gruelling one and one, many suspect, that impacted on his health. He regularly put in miles and hours that, had he been

Joe Watson.

a long distance lorry driver, would have seen him banned from the road. It was often a gargantuan effort, especially when he was not in the best of health. He was proud of his section of the paper, which, under his guardianship, had massively increased in size and scope - with most of it written by Joe himself. It was typical of him that when budgets became tight, Joe just worked harder and, in recent years, he had also become somewhat of an accomplished photographer, submitting excellent pictures to go along with his stories for The P and J.

Outwith his contribution to his newspaper, Joe was also heavily involved with his local show, Turriff, and also the ‘Taste of Grampian’ food event. As a former Young Farmer himself - where he excelled in speechmaking - he was a champion of the Young Farmer’s movement and of a coherent new entrants’ policy into farming, via Holyrood. Socially, he was excellent company and BD (before diabetes) had a huge appetite for fine dining and good company. One memorable quote from an Italian eaterie in Perth (for the Bull Sales) had Joe ordering: “A 22-oonce T-bone steak and a dreel o’ tatties.” While there were few ‘grey’ areas with Joe - he

always took time out for those he respected, but had little time for those he did not - there was also a giant streak of kindness in the man that few would realise. He was sensitive to losses his friends had borne, was thoughtful of others’ great deeds and doted on his mother, Mirren, his brothers Murdo and Fraser, and Fraser’s children, Joe (11) and Amy (6). Sadly, Joe had lost his father, also Joe, just more than a year before. The industry has lost a vocal champion and an inherently decent man, who did a lot of very kind gestures behind the scenes that few would know about.

In Days Gone By......

Judges looking over pen of cross-Highland cattle before sale in Dingwall. More than 1,400 cattle were auctioned - one of the largest sales held in Dingwall. Photo from The Scottish Daily Express (Thursday October 21st, 1937) and kindly provided by Mr A Garrick.

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