Donaldson Beefmasters

Breeding A Legacy

The Donaldson Family has been benefiting from Droughtmasters genetics for the last forty years. Rob Donaldson (Hastings’ father) first introduced Droughtmaster bulls to Medway Station Bogantungan in the late 70’s to improve temperament, fertility and marketability to his existing herd. From there on, Medway station continued to benefit from using Droughtmaster genetics which then led into the idea of Medway breeding their own stud bulls.

In 1991, Medway Droughtmasters was formed when Hastings and his father Rob Donaldson had the vision to breed commercially focused bulls for the family properties in the Central Highlands. They Purchased 400hd of breeders and 200 progeny from Bill Duggan Gympie, these were based on Swan and Alanray genetics. The female progeny of these cows were D1 registered and Medway Droughtmasters was born.

Bred For Excellence

It was in 2018 after a visit to Texas USA we recognised the benefits and new dimensions Beefmaster cattle could bring to our business, thus the decision to AI with USA Beefmaster semen within our herd was established.

The first calf crop at the start of 2020 validated our decision, the consistency, bone, temperament, and correctness of the calves being a standout.
In 2021, in conjunction with a site being held at Beef Australia and the creation of ‘Beefmaster Breeders Australia’, Donaldson Beefmasters was born.

Donaldson Beefmasters strives to bring forward the best Beefmaster genetics from the USA focusing on ‘Tom Lasater’s’ Six Essentials of Beef Production – fertility, weight, confirmation, milk production, hardiness and temperament.

Also coupled with these traits we have been mindful to add consistency and phenotype to the mix.

It’s early days for Beefmasters in Australia, but after seeing the progeny delivering solid benefits already, we are excited for what the future has in store.

While our Donaldson Beefmasters breed is indeed recognised for its superior maternal qualities, it’s the breed’s high performance and exceptional carcass data that truly set them apart.

These bulls aren’t just fertile – they are all-round performers, shining in the feed yard and driving substantial profits. They have a knack for converting feed into pounds swiftly, which is a game-changer for any beef operation. This ability means you’re not spending an arm and a leg on feed just to get the weight gain you’re looking for.

In other words, our bulls offer an efficient and economical approach to beef production that truly gives you more bang for your buck. We offer better mass growth per day and a ten-year longevity to improve your herd and provide an exceptional return on your investment.

Bred using 2018 imported genetics from America, our Donaldson Beefmasters are run on Old Corry and ready to bring your beef production to new heights.