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ABOUT US

A FAMILY-BASED SEEDSTOCK AND COMMERCIAL BEEF ENTERPRISE.

Copley Pastoral is a seedstock and commercial beef enterprise focused on fertility and profitability. The herd produces breed-leading genetics to meet the commercial objectives of our clients across Northern Australia.

We breed Brahman cattle in Southeast Queensland on forest, granite grazing country in the tick area. Our focus is on breeding a fertile, adapted herd producing bulls to perform in the harsh environments of Northen Australia.

We have developed our business into an efficient, profitable operation and our consistency has resulted in a ‘Herd that Works’.

We work to manage and select our herd to make incremental and consistent genetic gains. Our strong fertility focus utilizes objective selection methods and careful management over four decades resulting in adapted, fertile and efficient animals.

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MEET OUR FAMILY

Tom and Marie work with their adult children-James, Tom and Josephine who study and have careers in cattle genetics, law and journalism.

This rich blend of skills, knowledge, curiosity and desire for  progress in the Beef Industry assures a strong future for  Copley Pastoral.

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MEET

OUR FAMILY

We work with our children James, Tom, and Josephine, who study and have careers in cattle genetics, law and journalism.

This rich blend of skills, knowledge, curiosity and a desire for progress in the Beef Industry assures a strong future for Copley Pastoral. We value working together as a family. Building a strong, sustainable and profitable business ensures our work can continue through future generations.

Tom

Tom

Tom is a cattle producer who values authenticity and integrity. As an early adopter of Breedplanto guide sire selection, he has developed a commercial herd that is fertile and profitable. From this herd he has developed Copley Pastoral as a breed-leading seedstock business.

Marie

Marie

Marie has developed in-depth industry knowledge and is passionate about our business and our cattle. With a background in oncology nursing Marie consistently works to make evidence-based decisions to improve efficiency and profitability. Marie manages Copley Pastoral with a particular focus on data management and Breedplan.

James

James

Following his Bachelor in Agricultural Science, James has recently completed a PhD. His research was focused on genotype by environment interaction for fertility traits. He has undertaken a post-doctoral position as a research fellow continuing research on breeding programs in Northern Australia. James is passionate about agriculture and livestock production and brings a unique skillset of practical and academic experience.

Josephine

Josephine

Josie has completed a dual degree in Laws/Communications. She is a great communicator and is passionate about agriculture. Utilizing her skills in communications, she helps to convey our messages about 'Copley Bulls' and our desire to assist clients to meet their breeding objectives and maximize their profitability.

Tom jnr

Tom jnr

Tom is an Intellectual Property and Technology Lawyer in Brisbane. While working in law full-time, Tom has an avid interest in beef production and remains involved both in our family business but more generally in the industry particularly organising the annual Young Beef Producers Forum. Tom has a particular interest in grazing land management and woody weed control.

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WHO WE ARE

Our Philosophy

We believe in working together in our family business to create a sustainable, profitable and enjoyable operation, in which we are proud to work. We focus on utilising objective measures and analysed genetics to maximise fertility, productivity and profitability.

Our Purpose

To enhance the role of the Brahman breed in the Northern Australian beef industry and breed bulls of value for our clients.We aspire to be regarded as industry experts in the utilisation of functional, analysed genetics. We seek opportunities to challenge and expand our understanding, working with leading seedstock producers, researchers and advisors to make evidence-based decisions.

Our Values

Integrity | Authenticity | Respect | Excellence | Passion | Curiosity | Persistence | Hard Work

Our Goals

To be an excellent and profitable commercial cattle business producing bulls which provide genetic progress for our clients. We work to support our clients to meet their breeding objectives. We seek to understand their businesses and the environments they operate in, supporting them in developing profitable and sustainable enterprises.