Ayrshire Dairy Cattle described as Queen of the dairy breeds. Originating in the South West of Scotland and developed for it's hardiness and milk quality.

The typical Ayrshire cow is an alert vigorous animal showing strong character and mild temperament.

The Ayrshire is the ultimate, economic dairy cow - characterised by high quality, longevity, ease of management and overall good health. Now found in all continents, the ability to thrive in climatic extremes makes the Ayrshire the ideal cow for African heat or a Scandinavian winter.

The breed can efficiently produce large quantities of high quality milk from forage, and is renowned for foraging ability. Ayrshires are now becoming very popular in organic systems.