The Speckle Park cattle breed originated from Saskatchewan and Alberta Canada. They were developed as a moderate framed beef breed with quality carcass attributes and a distinct colour pattern. Speckle Park was recognised as a registered Pure Breed in Canada in 2006. Since coming to Australia in 2007 the breed has become a sought after commodity in the International and Australian beef markets.
Early maturing, highly fertile with strong commercial profitability they are an asset to any cattle breeder large or small. Consistently above industry average yields and the ability to marble of grass and grain and exceptional conversion rates equal higher profits and faster returns on investment.
Speckle Park have four distinct colour patterns of White with black points, Leopard, Speckle and Black. All animals show the consistency of carcass traits irrespective of their colouring.
Speckle Park have been sold to all areas of Australia and overseas. The cattle show an impressive adaptability to all climates and conditions.
Speckle Park cattle have established themselves in the beef industry and have a strong and sustainable future. Wattle Grove Speckle Park is committed to Speckle Park and its growth in the long term.
Speckle Park cattle have desirable traits which are advantageous to the cow calf operator, the feed lot operator, the butcher and the consumer:
– Consistent High Quality Carcase (high marbling and tenderness, as well as phenomenal yield)
– High fertility and early puberty
– Calving ease
– Vigorous calves
– Maternal nature and excellent teat structure
– Quiet disposition
– Polled
– Hardy and healthy
– Hybrid vigour (British breed)
– Feed efficiency
– Marbles on grass