Cluny Livestock Exports

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Cluny Livestock Exports Pty Ltd

Licensed Australian livestock exporter delivering high‑quality cattle, goats, and camels to global markets.

We specialize in professional sourcing, welfare‑first handling, and fully compliant export operations backed by a DAFF (Department Agriculture Fisheries and Forestry) accreditation and livestock export license.

Our team manages every stage of the export process with precision — from property selection and health preparation to transport, documentation, and on‑time delivery. We work closely with international buyers to ensure consistent supply, transparent communication, and strong commercial partnerships.

What we stand for:
• Licensed Australian exporter (DAFF Licence 0773)
• Quality livestock sourced from trusted top Australian producers
• Welfare‑driven handling and preparation
• Full compliance, traceability, and documentation
• Full support in terms of management and nutrition
• Reliable delivery for long‑term global clients
• Goat and sheep facility design

Markets served
Asia • Middle East • Africa • Pacific

Contact
📩 [email protected]
+61 404 00 9343
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JERSEY CROSSBRED DAIRY CATTLE - COAT COLOR & PERFORMANCE

The quick answer is coat color is in no way linked to performance .

Many clients in Malaysia and in Asia generally, believe that when sourcing Jersey x Holstein crossbreds the undesirable colors are the jersey types, of yellow, gold and light yellow. The preferred colors are dark brown (not always), black and black and white Holstein Friesian types. This is simply not the case and regardless of color, if a Jersey Bull is mated with a Holstein Friesian, the progeny will be 50% Jersey and 50% Holstein, the colors are irrelevant. Genetics over power such theories and power heat resistance and perfomance.

Jersey-type (yellow/gold) Jersey–Holstein crossbreds perform just as well as black or black-and-white ones, with no disadvantage linked to coat color. There is no science anywhere to support the theory that color is linked to milk production performance.

Coat color in Jersey–Holstein crossbreds is largely cosmetic and does not correlate with performance, health, or adaptability. Here's what matters more:

🐄 Key Performance Insights on Jersey–Holstein Crossbreds

• Milk Quality & Efficiency: Crossbreds (regardless of coat color) show higher fat, protein, and casein content in milk compared to pure Holsteins. They also demonstrate better feed conversion efficiency—more milk solids per kg of dry matter intake.
• Fertility & Health: Jersey–Holstein crosses tend to have shorter calving intervals and comparable health metrics to Holsteins. This makes them attractive for both low-input and tropical systems.
• Tropical Adaptability: Jersey genetics contribute heat tolerance, grazing efficiency, and smaller body size, which are ideal for tropical climates and airfreight logistics. These traits are independent of coat color.
- Heterosis (Hybrid Vigour): Crossbreeding boosts overall herd performance through heterosis—enhancing traits like longevity, fertility, and survivability. Again, this benefit is not color-dependent.

What Determines Coat Color?
• Genetics, not performance: Coat color in crossbreds reflects the genetic dominance of either Jersey (fawn/yellow/gold) or Holstein (black/white) traits. It’s a visual outcome of allele expression, not a marker of productivity.

Key Scientific Findings
1. Holstein Coat Color and Heat Stress
A study on Holsteins in hot climates found that black-coated cows had slightly higher re**al temperatures (0.1°C) than white-coated cows, but no differences in reproductive performance or body surface temperature. While white cows produced 394 kg more fat-corrected milk over 305 days, the difference was attributed to heat absorption—not genetics.

2. Crossbreeding Performance: Jersey × Holstein
A large-scale Swedish study compared over 2 million records of purebred and crossbred cows (including Jersey × Holstein). It found that Jersey crosses improved fertility, survival, and fat yield, with no mention of coat color affecting any trait. 2 million records is a good sample, I have yet to see an Asian study to contradict this.

Conclusion: Breed genetics—not coat color—drive performance outcomes in Jersey crosses.

3. Crossbreeding Review (Ferris et al., 2014)
This review of crossbreeding in dairy cattle concluded that Jersey crossbreds perform well in low-input systems, with better health and fertility than pure Holsteins. Again, coat color was not a factor in any performance metric.

4. Why Coat Color Doesn’t Matter
• Color is a phenotypic trait, not a performance trait. It’s governed by a few alleles and has no direct link to milk solids, fertility, or survivability.
• Hybrid vigour (heterosis) in Jersey–Holstein crosses boosts performance across the board—regardless of whether the animal is fawn, gold, black, or piebald or has polka dots.

At a time of great demand for Jersey crossbreds, don't limit yourself by sourcing according to color, based on cosmetics and not real science and profit motives.

EXAMPLE SHIPMENT WEIGHTS -AIRPORT DEADLOAD WEIGHT SHEETS

In ordering cattle specifications will include live weight and pregnancy status and verification. Lets deal with firstly the weights of the cattle. The contracted weight specification will be noted on a legal document and will be based upon the weighing on farm. In the case of all selections of livestock the selection process is filmed for every animal and sent to the client, the scales are checked by the client (standing on them). Weights are never based upon weight upon arrival in the foreign destination farm, as we don't have any control over local transport .

There are two documents posted here one is the unedited official airlines "Deadload Weight Statement" and includes Tare Weight, (empty animal crate weights), Net Weight (animals in crate total weight) and total weights for both these and then a total payload weighed for all the livestock (51865kgs). This must fall below the airlines maximum allowed of 52500kgs. The maximum allowed payload can vary depending on the route and type of plane, in this case an Airbus A330. One document is unedited and the second provides an explanation of the airport "Deadload Weight Statement".

Depending on the road journey, the animals experience weight loss ranging between 5 to 7% from the initial farm weighting. This can vary according to weather conditions and duration of the journey. In extreme weather and for lighter heifers this can be higher, up to 10%. However, our shipments mostly fall between 5 % and 7% of live weight of the animals.

I hope you have not fallen asleep yet!

In this example from May 2024 to Malaysia, the farm weight average was 422kgs per animal and the airport weight was 399.2kgs a loss of 5.9%. Contractually the average weight specification was 380kgs so its hard to hit the target exactly, some flexible is desired.

On the edited document you will see in the Animal Weight Average (at airport) the number of cattle in each crate. The number of heifers on a plane for a 52500kgs payload varies according to weight:

380 to 410kgs = 108 to 112 head (high quality)
350 to 370kgs = 120 to 126 head (medium quality)
335 to 340kgs = 136 head (low quality heifers)

The number of animals on your plane tells you the weight average.

I hope this explains our process for weights. I'm happy to answer any questions, for buyers seriously looking to buy. Feel free to call me on WhatsApp or email me if you have any questions.

The next subject I will focus upon is pregnancy testing on a twofold basis, not just on farm by manual palpation.

This video shows some photos and a video of the Crossbred Dairy Cattle that we have exported. It additionally gives a brief explanation of how an Airbus A330 is loaded, with cattle in terms of payload to number of cattle at various weights. Payloads can vary according to route and type of plane.

PREBIOTICS VERSUS PROBIOTICS

Sure! Let's compare prebiotics and probiotics and understand their unique roles and benefits.

Prebiotics
Definition: Prebiotics are non-digestible food components that beneficially affect the host by stimulating the growth and/or activity of beneficial bacteria in the gut.

Source: Found in high-fiber foods such as garlic, onions, leeks, asparagus, bananas, and whole grains.

Function: They act as food for probiotics, supporting the growth of beneficial microorganisms in the intestines.

Benefits: Improve digestion, enhance the absorption of calcium, and may reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease by lowering cholesterol levels.

Probiotics
Definition: Probiotics are live microorganisms that provide health benefits when consumed in adequate amounts.

Source: Present in fermented foods like yogurt, kefir, sauerkraut, kimchi, and supplements.

Function: They help maintain a healthy balance of gut bacteria and can prevent and treat certain illnesses.

Benefits: Enhance digestive health, boost the immune system, reduce symptoms of some digestive disorders, and may improve mental health conditions.

Key Differences
Composition: Prebiotics are dietary fibers, while probiotics are live bacteria.

Function: Prebiotics serve as food for probiotics, while probiotics are the beneficial bacteria themselves.

Usage: Prebiotics can enhance the effectiveness of probiotics by providing them with the necessary nutrients to thrive.

Together, prebiotics and probiotics work synergistically to maintain a healthy gut microbiome. Their combination is often referred to as synbiotics.

Hope this clears up the differences and roles of prebiotics and probiotics for you!

Cluny Livestock Exports can provide advice to our clients on how to utilize synbiotics during the export process by air.

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THE BENEFITS OF PREBIOTICS & PROBIOTICS DURING TRANSPORT & BEYOND

Probiotics
Improved Gut Health: Probiotics help maintain a balanced gut microbiota, which is crucial for overall health.

Enhanced Immune Function: They boost the immune system, making animals more resilient to diseases.

Reduced Stress: Probiotics can help reduce the stress response in animals, promoting better adaptation to the transport environment.

Decreased Pathogen Shedding: They reduce the shedding of harmful pathogens, improving herd health.

Better Nutrient Utilization: Probiotics improve digestion and nutrient absorption, leading to better growth rates and overall health.

Prebiotics
Supports Beneficial Gut Bacteria: Prebiotics nourish beneficial gut bacteria, promoting a healthy gut environment.

Pathogen Reduction: They help decrease the presence of harmful pathogens by enhancing the natural microflora.

Improved Feed Efficiency: Prebiotics can enhance feed conversion rates, ensuring animals get the most out of their feed.

Stabilizes Gut Environment: They help maintain a stable gut environment, which is especially important during the stress of transport.

One of the most important stages of livestock exports is the arrival of your livestock at the destination airport. Assuming you have a qualified customs clearance agent, an airport loading plan and proper trucks for transport to your facility what could go wrong? Quite a lot actually. Long journeys are a time of great stress for animals and proper planning can alleviate this.

It is important to understand the animal crates and how they can be safely lifted and by what equipment in terms of forklifts. It is important to understand proper loading of the trucks, separation of males and females, different weight groups. We advise our clients on how long livestock has been off water till the arrival of the plane. Additionally, the time for customs clearance should be considered and factored in. This leads into a vital task, the proper feeding and watering at the airport which requires some preparation, however, is an essential task, if the time off water exceeds safety limits and the next leg of the journey is a long distance to the destination facility. You should ask for a plan for this from your exporter, as it is your responsibility, to set up the last leg of the journey to ensure the safe arrival of your animals. The condition upon arrival will set up their breeding success and yours too. Happy animal happy client!

The ownership of the livestock actually passes to the client as the doors of the plane close at the airport of departure. This is under international trade terms Incoterms 2020, we are happy to advise best practice, however, the client is in control of the animals after the plane arrives.

It is highly inadvisable and even dangerous to give them unlimited water and feed upon arrival at the airport, it is also a bad idea to spray them with water in tropical or hotter climates, to cool them down for the journey or during it. This actually increases the animal's core temperature.

On the latter point spraying with water to cool animals, is a dangerous practice for various reasons. It is generally an official health protocol requirement, to treat animals with pour on chemicals to treat any possible external parasites including ticks. This is often done only days before departure and the chemicals can be organophosphates which are highly toxic if ingested internally. If animals become thirsty during long journeys and the animals that they travel with have water on their coats they will lick this off and ingest these toxic chemicals. The result of this can be general health issues and also ongoing problems during pregnancy.

Spraying water onto animals at airports or at any point in their journey, actually increases the core temperature of the livestock. This is the last thing you want.

Upon arrival at the airport animals should be allowed a short feed initially and then a small amount of water (not unlimited access). Allow the animals to rest for 10 minutes after initial water and feed, before allowing them to drink and eat as much as they require. Soluble prebiotic/probiotic solutions can easily be put into water at destination airport. Cluny Exports supplies written detailed plans for these tasks.

With prebiotics and probiotics used prior to air transport in Australian quarantine, during the flight and at the destination airport, healthy gut bacteria are kept in a healthy balance and are stabilized. The rumen being maintained in this way will greatly reduce stress for the animals and ensure the journey goes well.

Additionally trace mineral and prebiotic/probiotic lick blocks can be installed in the animal crates for the duration of the journey.

This process should be repeated upon arrival. Your success is our success and the animals we export and the clients we service deserve this.