Agriculture at Calrossy

At Calrossy agricultural opportunities flourish within one of the State's premier programs. Anchored by our own School farm, Tangara, and the renowned Kamilaroi Shorthorn and White Dorper Studs, students delve into a wealth of hands-on learning experiences.

Tending to livestock and pastures, co-ordinating an Oestrus Synchronisation program with a focus on breeding quality cattle that are commercially sought after. Our students are immersed in the full spectrum of agricultural practices of running a stud cattle and sheep property including, feeding, preparing, showing and marketing cattle and sheep for sale and competition, fencing, improving and maintaining pastures and controlling weeds.

Beyond the farm gates, our agricultural learning in the classroom and vocational training in Primary Industries sets benchmarks for excellence, empowering students with practical skills and knowledge vital for success. With a commitment to innovation and a nurturing environment, our School cultivates the next generation of agricultural leaders.

Why study agriculture at Calrossy?

  • Benefit from the central North West location, with classroom visits and expeditions to agricultural facilities such as research stations, feedlots and large scale farming operations.
  • Small class sizes that maximise student learning, wellbeing and engagement.
  • Proven academic success with Top in the State Placings in Primary Industries and/or Agriculture every year in the HSC since 2017. Current National Young Grains Judge and National Young Beef Judge are former Calrossy students.
  • Prepare six bulls for the National Show and Sale held each year at Dubbo, where we have topped the sale at $75,000 with a usual average of $10,000 each.
  • Students learn specialised skills including oestrous synchronisation, AI and ET work; Applied work and health safety and basic veterinary treatment of both cattle and sheep.
  • Our students attend the State’s leading Agricultural Shows, including the Sydney Royal Easter Show, National Shorthorn Show and Sale, Wingham Beef Week, Upper Hunter Beef Bonanza and Beef Australia.
  • All students from Year 7 onward are welcome to become part of the Cattle and Sheep Teams as a co-curricular activity, outside or on conjunction with their Agriculture studies.
  • Elective choices, including Stock Appraisal as a Performance Elective from Year 8 – 10 and Agriculture in years 9 and 10.
  • Access to diverse industry connections including feedlots, abattoirs and respected cattle and sheep breeders. Media representatives from The Land and local papers.
  • Our students come away with skills to equip them for working in any industry. They gain skills in public speaking, presenting themselves as strong confident young individuals who can organise events and coordinate workmates. They learn teamwork and gain real life skills that equip them for the future.
  • Pathway to future careers. A large number of students have started their own studs or are heavily involved in family operations after graduating.