The Society

      With the introduction of Brahman blood into Australia, the Braford was among a number of Breeds derived from the crossing of the traditional British Breeds already in Australia with the introduced Brahman. As a result the recording and registration of Brafords, Brangus, Droughtmaster and Brahman cattle was undertaken by an Association formed for this purpose called the Australian Tropical Beef Breeders Association.

However, with each of the Breeds having varying ideals, it was decided that for the benefit of each Breed, separate Societies be formed.

The Australian Braford Society was formed following the Inaugural Meeting held on the 13 September 1962 in Rockhampton. At this meeting, which was attended by 15 Breeders, the Society with 600 registered cattle was formed. The Society now boasts over 300 members with more than 90,000 registered cattle.

The Society head office is situated in Rockhampton at 122 Denham Street and visitors are always welcome.

Regular publications are issued by the Society including Braford Annual published December annually and the Spring Sale Bulletin published June annually . Members receive these publications automatically. To receive a copy send us an e-mail.

The Australian Braford Society Inc is a member of the World Braford Confederation established in 2000 at the inaugural World Braford Congress held in Brazil.

Member countries include - Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay, USA and Uruguay.

The World Braford Confederation has been created to foster international understanding and good will among the various Braford Associations and their members around the world and also to create an environment for social, technical and educational exchanges between international members.