Belties

Today's the day ...................... for black and white 

At first sight, a herd of Belted Galloway cows (or Belties as they are known round here) looks as if someone is 'having a laugh'.  It's as if someone in a hurry has been out with a paintbrush, and they haven't had time to do a proper job.  

But that would do them a disservice because they are a much-loved and proud heritage breed of beef cattle that originated from here in Galloway, south west of Scotland.  They are adapted to living on the poor upland pastures and windswept moorlands of the region.    

Apparently, the Belted Galloway is currently experiencing an upsurge in popularity - for a number of reasons - not least because it's good at coping with inclement weather.  'This remarkable animal is slow to mature, which means its beef has a special flavour and texture which is the envy of many other breeds. The cows live far longer than other cattle often well into their twenties, producing more calves and reducing replacement costs'.

All in all - a little belter .....................….