Byawatha, North East Victoria

Genetics that
perform.

Commercially focussed cattle and sheep genetics that perform under rigorous high stocking rates. We don't breed for show ribbons. We use industry leading genetics carefully selected for high genetic gain and phenotypic traits.

We use extensive genomic testing and analysis across our entire business.

Data drives better livestock.

Clear Creek Pastoral Co operates from the biodiverse pastures of North East Victoria. We breed Angus, Red Angus, Advancer composite cattle and Catalyst shedding sheep on an accelerated lambing system. We also trade commercial cattle and invest in equity partnerships with like-minded agricultural businesses.

Early Adopter
Temperate Beef Composite Breeding
Top 3%
Zoetis ZTR Index
5 in 3
Lambings per 3 Years
4
Integrated Enterprises

We are not a traditional stud operation. We are a genetics company that happens to farm. Every breeding decision is backed by genomic data, economic modelling, and a focus on what works commercially — not what wins ribbons.

Our approach is inspired by the intensive protein sectors — poultry and pigs worked out the value of heterosis and data-driven breeding decades ago. We believe the beef and sheep industries are ready for the same shift.

Four enterprises.
One integrated system.

Beef Genetics

Angus & Red Angus

Black and Red Angus breeding cattle selected for commercially relevant traits. Our cow herd has been built from elite females sourced from leading herds across Australia. A family history of breeding Angus stretching back to 1849.

  • Moderate birth weights, heavy weaning weights
  • Structural correctness and depth of body
  • All breeding indexes top 5%, most top 1%
  • Recorded on Angus Australia TACE
  • Genomic testing via Zoetis INHERIT Select & HD 50K
  • Bulls developed for commercial cattlemen
Composite

Advancer

An optimal combination of British and European beef genetics, inspired by the research of the Meat Animal Research Centre in Nebraska, USA with the MARC II composite programme. Australia's early adopter to temperate beef composite breeding.

  • Retained heterosis — the free lunch most beef producers ignore
  • Top 3% Zoetis ZTR (Total Return) Index
  • Top 5% feedlot-carcass, maternal, and fertility
  • Low BRD health risk profile
  • Recorded on Angus Australia TACE & Zoetis INHERIT Select
  • Daughters that cycle early and breed back fast
Accelerated Lambing

Catalyst™ Sheep

A shedding sheep composite operated on a system inspired by the Cornell STAR accelerated lambing program — five lambings in three years, year-round lamb supply, no shearing. Operated as a PIC-inspired genetics company model.

  • Cornell STAR system adapted for Australian conditions
  • Year-round lamb production and cash flow
  • Shedding genetics — zero wool, zero shearing cost
  • Selection for out-of-season fertility and prolificacy
  • Genetics pipeline from nucleus flock to commercial production
Trading

Commercial Cattle

Active cattle trading across commercial classes. We buy, background, finish and trade cattle using risk-modelled decision frameworks and forward contract management.

  • Multi-property grazing and feedlot finishing
  • Risk-managed purchasing with quantitative modelling
  • Forward contract and supply chain management
  • Equity partnerships with aligned operators
  • Technology-enabled inventory and feed management

Clear Creek 25W8

Tag 25W8 · DOB 01/09/2025 · Black Angus Female

Sire: Hart Network · Dam: 23U141

Zoetis Indexes

386
ZTR · Top 1%
183
ZCC · Top 4%
207
ZFC · Top 1%

Trait Highlights

Top 1%
Yearling Weight
Top 1%
Marbling
Top 1%
Scrotal Circ.
Top 2%
Weaning Weight
Top 3%
Body Condition
Top 8%
Carcass Weight
Clear Creek 25W8
Clear Creek U83

Clear Creek U83

Tag 5MU83 · DOB 01/09/2023 · Red Angus

Sire: Paringa Red Reliable R35 · Dam: DAHS60

Zoetis Indexes

298
ZTR · Top 11%
142
ZCC · Top 17%
152
ZFC · Top 22%

Trait Highlights

Top 1%
Scrotal Circ.
Top 4%
Teat & Udder
Top 9%
Rib Eye Area
Top 9%
Body Condition
Top 12%
Yield Grade
Top 21%
Fertility
Clear Creek Advancer T16

Clear Creek Advancer T16

Tag 22T16 · DOB 01/09/2022

Sire: Paringa Black Stabilizer Q654

Zoetis Indexes

329
ZTR · Top 3%
163
ZCC · Top 5%
178
ZFC · Top 4%

Trait Highlights

Top 4%
Fertility
Top 7%
Yearling Weight
Top 10%
Weaning Weight
Top 12%
Yield Grade
Top 14%
Carcass Weight
Top 15%
Rib Eye Area
Accelerated Lambing

Catalyst™ Sheep

Shedding Composite · Cornell STAR System · Year-Round Production

Catalyst is not a ram-selling operation. It is a genetics company model inspired by PIC in the pig industry — controlling the genetic pipeline from nucleus flock through to commercial lamb production.

Our flock runs on an adapted Cornell STAR accelerated lambing system: five lambings in three years, no hormones, no light control. Ewes that don't cycle out of season don't stay. The result is year-round lamb supply and even cash flow.

5 in 3
Lambings per 3 Years
Zero
Shearing Cost
365
Day Lamb Supply
Catalyst Rams

The intensive protein sectors
worked this out decades ago.

Poultry and pigs have used heterosis, genomic selection and data-driven breeding for 50 years. The beef and sheep industries are still largely relying on visual appraisal and breed purity. We think there is a better way.

Genomic Selection

Every breeding animal is tested through Zoetis INHERIT Select or HD 50K. Genomic-Enhanced EPDs provide accuracy equivalent to 20+ progeny before the animal has a single calf. We select on economic indexes, not show ring trends.

Retained Heterosis

Crossbreeding isn't a dirty word — it's the most powerful genetic tool available. Our Advancer composites carry significant retained heterosis while maintaining Angus phenotype and market acceptability. The result: cattle that outperform their purebred parents.

Data at Every Decision

From ration formulation to risk modelling, pasture budgets to carcase feedback — we build and use our own software platforms to make better decisions faster. The future of farming is quantitative, not anecdotal.

Precision management
starts with better software.

We don't just use technology — we build it. Clear Creek Pastoral Co develops its own suite of agricultural software platforms to bring precision management, real-time decision making and data-driven insights to livestock production.

From paddock-level feed budgeting to enterprise-wide profitability analysis, our tools are built by farmers for farmers. No consultants, no committees — just practical software that solves real problems on real farms.

The FarmOS
Australia

Complete Australian farm management platform. 31 modules covering livestock, pastures, rations, weather, financials and ATO tax planning.

thefarmos.com.au →
Ranch ManagerOS
United States

Built for American ranchers. Cow-calf, stocker, feedlot, hay and crop enterprises with 50-state tax, Section 179 and Schedule F integration.

ranchmanageros.com →
RationOS
Global

Livestock nutrition platform. Three species, three countries, three energy models. Least-cost optimisation, mineral balancing and feedlot closeout.

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Get in touch.

Clear Creek Pastoral Co

Byawatha, Victoria 3678
North East Victoria, Australia

Email
hello@clearcreek.com.au