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GLENSTRAE HIGHLANDS


WELCOME TO GLENSTRAE

Our family is part of the MacGregor clan, so our first choice in a fold name was
Glenstrae, a place significant in Clan Gregor history.

Originally our intention was to breed boutique beef, but it soon became clear
that our focus was more on producing good quality, true to form Highlands,
suitable as pets for use on small acreages.

Our first two pet steers, Buadhach and Chewbacca, were sold to an 8 year old
from northern Victoria.

 Our calves are interacted with daily, and are quite used to machines, other
animals, and a rambunctious now five year old who thinks nothing of sharing
their food. All of this just adds to their naturally quiet temperament.

 Our goal is to ensure people wanting the rugged good looks of a Highland beast
on their property, can do so with quiet animals, halter trained, who are able to
be brushed and petted without fear.

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WHY CHOOSE GLENSTRAE HIGHLANDS?

If you like the idea of strikingly beautiful, docile, low maintenance cattle
that have several potential income streams, then you need look no further.

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With their distinctive hairy coat and long horns, the beauty of the Highland is
apparent from the first time you lay eyes on them. They are an ancient breed
from the Highlands in Scotland that have changed very little over the centuries.
Whether it’s the almost prehistoric, majestic appearance of a mature cow or
bull, or the incredibly adorable calves, the most common reason people get
started with Highland cattle is their visual appeal.

While most people start with Highlands because of their visual appeal, the
reason breeders stay with the Highlands is their docile temperament, their meat
quality and their hardiness, or low maintenance.

Many people comment on how quiet the animals are, especially those who have had
a lot to do with cattle. Highland cattle are naturally quiet and can be easily
halter trained. Many breeders consider this characteristic to be paramount to
the future of the breed. Beyond their looks are some incredibly hardy
characteristics that mean you do not have to fuss with them too much. 

They appear to be disease resistant compared with many other breeds—for example
they rarely get pink eye (an eye infection that can result in blindness), or eye
cancers because their dossan (fringe) covers their eyes and protects it from the
sun and flies. 

They calve easily, because of lower birth weights, and so it is uncommon to come
across birthing problems. They are generally well put together animals, and
because of this excellent structure, they are less likely to break down as they
get older. Highland cows are well known to have a calf each year until they are
15—20 years old or more. 



Can any other bovine breed lay claims to being as productive and fertile for
this sort of time span? Economically, this means at least double the number of
calves per breeding female over their life span, compared with other commercial
breeds.

The cows have excellent mothering abilities. While they will fiercely defend
their calves from predators, with time and trust they will allow you near their
calves. You may even notice a cow in the fold butting away another cow’s calf.
This helps teach the calf that the only one who will look after them is their
own mother. 

Their hardiness also extends to their appetite. While they still need feed to
survive, they appear to forage better than other cattle. That is, they eat a lot
wider variety of plant species - all the grass species, some weeds, bushes and
trees. Some Highland cattle are known to eat thistles, box thorn and even prune
any overhanging trees. 

Basically, in the tougher country, they will do better than European breeds and
the other British breeds because they are used to eating the rougher plants and
converting them to energy. Just think what they are used to doing in the
highlands of Scotland with nothing but heather to survive on.

Maverick was sold in 2022 as a pet steer. Photo: Rita Daher

While it is unlikely that a smaller beef property will turn a handsome profit
with any breed on it, Highlands allow you to diversify your income. 

The resale of the beasts themselves is mainly for heifers and cows. The steers,
dehorned or not, are desired as pets by some people who like their looks and
docility but do not want the hassle of breeding.

All but the top 5% of bull calves are best made into steers. But some bulls can
be sold to commercial herds, especially dairy herds, because of their smaller
birth weights and muscling. 

These animals have been used as attractions at various tourist venues in
Australia as well. The historic homestead on Churchill Island in Victoria has a
fold and Tarraleah in Tasmania has a fold of these beautiful animals to welcome
people to their resort. Other Victorian properties where you can stay and see
highlands include Five Acres at Phillip Island and Cockatoo Cottages at
Cockatoo. Other income streams include beef, hides and the horns.

The meat is well known to be lean and therefore lower in cholesterol, as well as
being as tender as you can get.

The hides are popular floor coverings, for that warm, earthy feel. Because of
the different colours in the cattle, there are various coloured hides that you
can market as well. On occasion we will have a hide for sale. These are
generally advertised via our social media pages but they do go quick!

Polished horns are also desired by individuals, bars or taverns that want this
style of wall ornament. These are not as readily available as the hides, but on
occasion we will have a set available. These are generally mounted ready to hang
on the wall. Follow our social media pages for availability.


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