Beef Shorthorns find role in Mallaber family's commercial suckler herd

Beef Shorthorn genetics are playing an increasing role in the Mallaber familys livestock enterprise.

Angela Calvert
Head of Livestock, Shows and Sales
clock • 4 min read
Beef Shorthorns find role in Mallaber family's commercial suckler herd

Beef Shorthorn genetics are playing an increasing role in the Mallaber familys livestock enterprise. Pedigree cattle have always been at the heart of Peter Mallabers business. Historically, the...

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