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New Zealand Herd Book
Formed in 1993, the Society was formed to assist in the development of the Highland Cattle breed in New Zealand.
Members are offered advice in the form of information and Publications, can register their animals with the Society, where the information is collected, verified and published in the Herd book.
The Society also helps with the promotion of the Highland breed and Society activities along with the promotion of fellowship among the Highland Cattle breeders and members.
The Society is affiliated to the Royal Agricultural Society as a Highland breed society. It is also the only Society that is recognized by the other Highland Societies overseas.
Highland Cattle originated in the Highlands and West Coastal Islands of Scotland. Capable of surviving in the harshest of environments. Ideal for the rugged hills and moors.
Through the long recorded history of Highlands, breeders have taken great care to retain the original characteristics of these cattle. Highlands are a moderate size which means that they have a 10% more carrying capacity than larger breeds.
They have a double coat of hair – a downy undercoat and a long outer coat which is well-oiled to shed rain and snow. They shed their long hair when exposed to hot dry climate and grow a new one in winter.
The colours include, red, white, black, brindle, yellow and dun.
CATTLE FOR SALE
We advertise cattle for sale that are owned by members of the New Zealand Highland Cattle Society. These animals are offered by the owners themselves, and not the Society as a whole.
Members must log in to be able to list cattle for sale.
Please contact the owners direct for more information about the animals. You can also check the pedigrees of the registered cattle on our Online Herdbook.
The New Zealand Highland Cattle Society was the first Society formed in New Zealand with the focus of the stewardship of the Highland Cattle breed. Â As the oldest and largest Society in New Zealand, members can be assured of a depth of knowledge and a consistent approach to operations. The Herdbook was established in the early 1990’s, and has over 7,000 animals registered in it, forming the bulk of all Highlands in New Zealand.
This gives the Society unparalleled experience in the registration of Highlands.
This means members will enjoy a stable and long lasting society which has the future of the breed at heart.
To become a member of the New Zealand Highland Cattle Society, simply fill in a membership application form, and send it with a cheque or bank the money via Internet Banking to the NZHCS account.
You can find a copy of this form by clicking the Resources tab section to download & fill in a Membership Form online.