Regenerative Innovation in Action at Kamilaroi Cattle Company
A practical example of how regenerative grazing, adaptive cattle genetics and direct-to-consumer beef production can improve soil health, livestock resilience and long-term farm sustainability at Kamilaroi Cattle Company.
Capacity building - LEP23-013
The issue
Australian beef producers are increasingly challenged to balance profitability with environmental sustainability. Conventional systems often rely heavily on chemical inputs, while degraded soils, declining pasture performance and climate variability can reduce long-term productivity and resilience. Producers are also seeking cattle genetics better suited to Australian conditions and grass-finished systems.
The solution
Kamilaroi Cattle Company’s approach combines regenerative land management, adaptive genetics and direct-to-consumer marketing to create a resilient and future-focused beef enterprise. By using livestock as a tool to restore soils and improve landscape function, the business is reducing reliance on chemical inputs while building long-term productivity.
The property tour highlighted the value of peer learning, open discussion and producer-led innovation in supporting regenerative agriculture outcomes across regional Australia.
The impact
At Kamilaroi Cattle Company, Charlie Thurgate and Valentina Aliprandi are demonstrating how regenerative agriculture and adaptive breeding can work together in a commercially viable operation. During the Intrepid Landcare Property Tour on 1 March, attendees explored a vertically integrated paddock-to-plate enterprise focused on premium beef production, soil health and environmental stewardship.
Charlie shared how strategic grazing management and soil amendments are being used to rebuild soil fertility, increase biological activity and improve pasture function across the property. His practical and transparent approach encouraged strong discussion and knowledge sharing among participants.
The operation is also developing a three-way Angus x Tuli x Mashona composite animal designed to improve environmental adaptability, fertility and efficiency in grass-finished systems. In addition to premium beef sales, the business produces F1 and F2 bulls aimed at improving adaptability and marketability within Bos indicus herds.
Key facts
- • 140 breeders managed across 270 hectares
- • Vertically integrated paddock-to-plate beef enterprise
- • No vaccines or chemical treatments used in herd management
- • Angus x Tuli x Mashona composite breeding program
- • Produces premium beef plus F1 and F2 bulls for commercial producers