A collection of historical reports, newsletters and articles relating to Australian Lowline cattle and the development of the breed in New Zealand.
These documents are preserved here as a reference for breeders, researchers and anyone interested in the history of Australian Lowlines.
Trangie Cattle Project – Implications of Selection for Growth
A rare 1990 report from the Trangie Cattle Project, documenting the research programme from which Australian Lowlines emerged.
The report examines the effects of selection for growth within the Trangie cattle herd, including differences in size, growth rate and mature performance. It is an important primary source for understanding the cattle and research programme that ultimately contributed to the development of Australian Lowlines.
The Final Trangie Report
New Zealand Promotion Group – Newsletter No. 1, 1998
An early newsletter recording the establishment and activities of the New Zealand Lowline Promotion Group.
The First NZ Promotion Group Newsletter
Tartan Farms Dairy-Beef – The Early Days
A 2010 article looking at early Lowline use in New Zealand dairy-beef systems.
Tartan Farms Dairy-beef, the early days, 2010 Journal
