As with any leading herd the female foundation is the core component of the Ampertaine herd and breeding feminine, easily calved, naturally fleshed and milky cows is the ongoing aim of the herd’s breeding strategy. More >>>

The Ampertaine herd regularly sells bulls from home and at the major Limousin sales at Carlisle, read all our latest sales news More >>>

Limousin bulls suitable for both pedigree and commercial use are always available for sale, with bulls offered at both the main Limousin sales at Carlisle and also available privately from the farm.

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The Ampertaine herd of pedigree Limousins is run by the McKay family, William and his wife Jean and their son James at Maghera, Co Derry.

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All sires used are used by AI, with no stock bulls kept for the herd. We believe using AI gives us access to the best Limousin genetics available while also helping maintain the herd's health status as no animals are brought in to the herd.

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