BELTED GALLOWAYS
& ALPACA PRODUCT
YARRAGON WEST GIPPSLAND VICTORIA
The Clifden herd of traditional black Belted Galloways originated from highly regarded bloodlines, selected and bred with commercially focused objectives. We breed contented healthy stock with quiet temperaments and outstanding carcase characteristics in terms of yield and eating quality.
The majority of our herd is A-Grade stock registered on the Australian Belted Galloway Association herdbook. We do also run some exceptional commercial animals, offering the opportunity to purchase at varying price points.
We have quality animals for sale at realistic prices across all classes: steers, cows, heifers, and at times, 3-in-1 packages (cow in calf with calf at foot) and bulls. Please contact us if you are looking for attractive easily-managed cattle for a small rural holding or star performers for a stud or commercial enterprise.
While we selectively breed with a commercial focus, there is no denying that like everyone else, we appreciate the endearing nature of the Belties and their eye-catching presence in the paddock.
Clifden Farm was also once home to a breeding herd of true black huacayas alpacas. In fact possibly the only herd in Australia that could genuinely claim all animals had a continuous black pedigree, as far back as Australian records allow.
The alpacas were loved and cared for just like the Belties here but as time has passed, it has become apparent that it is necessary to scale back farm operations. Sadly, the alpaca breeding herd has been sold and there are just 6 wonderful wethers left at Clifden now. The upside of this story is that the stud animals have moved as a group to a respected breeder who appreciates their unique pedigrees and plans to continue to breed black huacayas. Clifden genetics will be preserved while the 6 remaining wethers on farm live the good life and keep everyone entertained.
After such a long time breeding alpacas, we are very aware of the public’s interest in alpacas. We acknowledge their endearing personalities and even think we know a bit about their superior fleece quality and attributes. As such, we continue to offer a quality range of alpaca products on our online shop and attend selected markets and trade displays. There is something ‘alpaca’ to delight everyone.
