Moyletra Farm has been in our family for five generations, with our lineage here tracing back to 1878, when Alexander Scott first began farming here. Irish Moiled cattle were part of the farm until the 1950s, when they were gradually replaced by more productive continental breeds, reflecting the changing priorities of the time.

We ourselves have been farming cattle for over 20 years. We began with commercial cattle, during a period when there was constant pressure to grow bigger and finish quicker. Over time, that approach left us disconnected from the work — we took little pride in what we were producing and knew something had to change.

We had always held a fascination for native breeds, and that curiosity led us to our first Irish Moiled cow, Honey. From the beginning, Honey stood apart — she was beautiful, friendly, and incredibly gentle. Spending time with her reignited our passion for farming and sparked a deep interest in the Irish Moiled breed.

That single animal changed the direction of the farm. What began with one cow has grown into a commitment to safeguarding these remarkable cattle from extinction, farming in a way that feels meaningful and producing food we are genuinely proud to share.