Kerry

Kerry Cattle are an Irish dairy breed believed to be one of the oldest breeds in Europe and most probably the descendants of the Celtic Shorthorn, brought to Ireland as long ago as 2000 B.C. They are still found grazing in the marginal pastures of the hill districts of southwestern Ireland. The Kerry has the distinction of being the first breed developed primarily as a milk producer.

This breed is classified as category 6 (imported) on the Rare Breeds Survival Trust breed list. By 1983 the world population of pedigree Kerrys had dropped to around 200. The Irish Department of Agriculture has since taken steps to support the maintenance of the breed and numbers are again creeping upwards. The last survey done in the UK found there were currently around 98 Kerrys in the UK.

Kerry's are known for their milk and they produce good quality milk with small fat globules which are easily digestible and ideal for cheese and yoghurt production.   more...

Upcoming Kerry Cattle Shows and Events

The Royal Highland Show
     Location: Royal Highland Show Centre, Ingliston, Edinburgh, EH28 8NB
     When: Thursday 25th to Sunday 28th June 2009

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The Royal Welsh Show
     Location: Llanelwedd, Builth Wells, Powys, Wales, LD2 3SY, Powys, United Kingdom
     When: Monday 20th to Thursday 23rd July 2009

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Dairy Event & Livestock Show 2009
     Location: Stoneleigh Park, Warwickshire, CV8 2LZ
     When: Wednesday 23rd to Thursday 24th September 2009

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Latest Kerry Breed News

Friday, August 03, 2007
Foot and Mouth Disease confirmed in cattle, in Surrey, UK
UK - DEFRA have confirmed that following an investigation of suspected vesicular disease on a holding near Guildford in Surrey,...

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