About KCA-BI
I found it extremely hard to figure out why the Kerry society of Ireland had little information on the Kerry breed when it is the Republic of Ireland's Native breed. It is a rare breed yet I could not see or find anything to publicise the breed. I could not find any breed standard on any Irish websites or Irish publications. On compiling this new association I had to find most of the information on the breed from America. Credit must go to “Jody Jess” of the American Kerry Cattle Association. the American queen of Kerry cattle
I found this extremely sad and frustrating that the breed is native to Ireland but it is a foreign breed society that publishes information on the breed. On starting the process of forming a new breed association I contacted many different people and organisations in UK, Ireland inc Republic of Ireland, America to get information. All were passionate for the breed but felt badly let down by lack of information on the nreed.. A small number of people show Kerry in the Republic of Ireland yet they receive no support. the committee gave me the go ahead to start a new society. With help from UK and Irish Agricultural organisations here we are a fully transparent society
The 1st Kerry breed society in the British Isles to promote full genomic testing
Kerry Cattle Association of the British Isles Membership offers support to owners and breeders of this exceptionally versatile breed with advice, information and a range of services. Promote the Breed
K.C.A.B.I. with be working with the Rare Breed Survival Trust to promote the breed. Organize events, shows, and sales to showcase the breed and attract new breeders. Provide information and resources to breeders, including technical advice and support. Engage with relevant agricultural organizations on breed improvement and conservation
Offer Support to Breeders:
Provide advice and guidance: Offer assistance with breeding programs, animal health, marketing. Facilitate access to resources: Connect breeders with resources like semen or embryo transfer services. Promote breed's commercial value: Help breeders market their animals and products. Comprehensive guide to getting started with Kerry Cattle,
Official Recognition
Seek official recognition from relevant authorities, to help maintain confidence in the integrity of breed. This recognition is often linked to adhering to specific standards and maintaining accurate records. The main responsibility is to ensure the provenance, quality and progression of the breed. Too breed the best quality bulls and cows, producing premium quality beef and Milk products to create a high demand from restaurants, retailers, butchers and consumers. Annual Events
Members look to a breed association for guidance and to improve their herd and business. As KCS-BI grows we aim to hold regular events. Throughout the British Isles including Republic of Ireland. Opportunities for discussion and debate. Judging seminars to guide members in cattle type and judging. Annual Conference to include AGM, prize-giving and news of KCA-BI year. Junior Members KCA-BI encourages junior members with a junior membership for 18yrs and under. Young people are tomorrow’s breeders and the backbone of the future of the breed. Genetic Progress In Breed development by monitoring the best genetics available and assisting members breeding decisions through the Breeder programme. The KCA-BI works alongside other Kerry cattle Studbooks. Inc American Kerry Cattle Association.
