Red Ruby Devon Cattle t: 01404 812800 e: dcbs@redrubydevon.co.uk |
Part of Farming's Future Patron: HRH Prince Charles, Prince of Wales |
Breed Heritage
The origins of the breed is thought to be a combination of the Longifrons and the Urus. Similarities in colour shape and size suggest a possible connection with the Red Lincoln, Sussex and Saler breeds. Whatever their early origins, Red Ruby Devons are much prized for the qualities which are valued as much today as in the times of our forebears. There is no finer sight at the quiet of an evening than a field of Red Ruby Devons peacefully grazing early summer pastures. However, farming is a business and no breed would survive if it were not a commercial proposition. The Red Ruby Devon is recognised internationally for its ability to produce the very finest beef on a low input system. Its enduring qualities ensures the Red Ruby Devon has a future as strong as its heritage is rich and can justly lay claim to being “part of farming’s future”. |
The Devon Cattle Breeders' Society was founded in 1884.The herd book has been in continuous print since that time. | Yeomadon Ferdinand 3rd crowned Champion at Devon County Show full show report here (posted 19.5.2013) Yeomadon Ferdinand 3rd crowned Champion DCBS Yearling Show full report here (posted 22.4.2013) Bagnell Liberator Crowned Champion at Spring Show & Sale (posted 15.3.2013) sees strong trade for Devons see full report here Red Rubies catch the judge's eye at NBA's Beef South West see show report Yeomadon Herd winners of 2012 Herd Competition Head Chef of world-class restaurant says Red Ruby Beef is best for flavour Brett Graham, Head Chef of The Ledbury - 2 Michelin starred London restaurant in London, (National Restaurant of the Year 2010) - says he only uses two native beef breeds in his restaurant; grass fed Red Ruby Devon beef being one of them - "The Red Ruby produces the finest cuts for slow cooking" (posted 28.12.12) | For the beef, the whole beef, and nothing but the beef buy delicious Red Ruby Beef Find your quality supplier here Red Ruby Devon Beef at Waitrose in Devon and Cornwall find your local store here Confused on TB Rules? A helpful crib sheet from Livestock Auctioneers Association (posted 10.2.2013)  Disease Prevention Reports | AGM Dinner & Prize Givingheld on 18th April 2013. (posted 1.5.2013) Yeomadon Dispersal Hits All Time High(posted 19.5.2013) Mini-Tour to New ZealandInterested in a Devon World Mini-Tour to New Zealand? Find out more (posted 24.4.2013) 2013 Calf BankIn need of a surrogate calf or mother? DCBS member Angus Cottey runs a voluntary match-making service contact: 077309 29497 (posted 10.2.2013) DCBS Semen listThinking of buying Red Ruby Devons? Then read the DCBS Buyers' Guide FIRST!Get your copy hereThinking of Showing? Take a look at our helpful guide for Judges and Exhibitors Under 25? interested in cattle? Great skills development and social events being run around the country Good Bed Time Reading "Marketing prime beef cattle for better returns" excellent manual by EBLEX and it's free! brp@eblex.ahdb.org.uk to request a copy |  | ||