Longley Farm is known for its commitment to quality dairy products, and its cows play a vital role in this. The farm primarily uses Jersey cows, a breed renowned for producing milk that is particularly high in both fat and protein. This makes Jersey milk ideal for creating dairy products like cream, yoghurt, cottage cheese, butter, and fromage frais. The farm began incorporating Jerseys into its herd in the 1970s specifically to improve protein content when they started making yoghurt.
The cows are praised for their efficient grass-to-milk conversion, producing rich, flavourful milk that stands out for its distinct qualities compared to other breeds like Holstein. The milk’s higher fat and protein content gives Longley Farm products their unique texture and taste, which has made them popular both locally and internationally.
