RARE BREEDS TRUST OF AUSTRALIA 

The Rare Breeds Trust of Australia is a not for profit organisation established to maintain diversity in our domestic livestock breeds.

Many livestock and poultry breeds in Australia have unique characteristics that are important in meeting the challenges of the future.  However, both pure breed livestock and poultry in Australia are under continuing economic and environmental threats. These breeds also form part of our heritage and need to be preserved for future generations. 

Our aims therefore are to:

• Inform the livestock community and the general public about the need to protect our domestic livestock breeds both on the national and international stage.
• Identify and profile breeds at risk of loss through our rare breed listings and breed overviews.
• Provide a platform for increased take up of rare breeds through our rare livestock and poultry directories.
• Support storage of genetic material through our Future Farms action.

We are proud to have Michael Peel, the well-known poultry breeder, as our Patron. All our work is done by dedicated volunteers. Find out more about the team on our Meet the Team wepage. 

You can contact the Trust via email for further information, or look through our website for rare breed listings, rare breed directories and other useful information. 
 

Currently, we have no government recognition or funding. By joining as a financial member you will be greatly assisting our efforts. Find out more on our Join Us page.

Rare Breeds Trust Contacts