Dairy cow with clear white freeze brand number
PERMANENT LIVESTOCK IDENTIFICATION

FREEZE
BRANDING

Clear ID that won't fall off, fade, or get covered in muck. One session, lifetime of the animal.

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WHY BRAND?

Stop replacing lost ear tags and guessing numbers in the parlor.

100%

Permanent

Lasts the lifetime of the animal. No fading, no falling off.

VISUAL

From A Distance

Read numbers clearly across the yard or in the parlor without wiping tags.

COMPLIANT

Red Tractor

Meets all farm assurance and traceability requirements for herd management.

THE CHALLENGE

A BAD BRAND IS WORSE
THAN NO BRAND

We've all seen it: blurry marks, patchy regrowth, or numbers that are too small to read. This happens when the iron isn't cold enough or the contact isn't timed perfectly.

I do it right the first time. I have branded hundreds of cattle across Cumbria and Dumfries. I ensure the mark is crisp, white, and legible for the cow's entire life.

The Parlor Advantage

"Identifying cows quickly in the parlor without squinting at muddy ear tags is critical for accurate recording and AI. Freeze branding removes the guesswork."

  • Correct Sizing: Numbers sized to fit the animal.
  • Even Application: No patchy areas or ghosting.
Freeze branding irons cooling in liquid nitrogen tank Recent Freeze Branding Case Study

Clear, visible freeze branding

HOW IT WORKS

The process is quick, professional, and creates a lifetime mark.

01

Clip the Area

We clip the branding area completely clean. This ensures direct contact between the iron and the skin for a sharp mark.

02

Deep Freeze

Using Liquid Nitrogen, we cool the branding irons to -196°C. Temperature consistency is the secret to a good brand.

03

Apply Iron

The iron is applied firmly for a specific duration. This freezes the pigment-producing cells in the hair follicle.

04

White Growth

Over 6-8 weeks, the hair regrows pure white. This creates a high-contrast mark visible against the animal's hide.

APPLICATIONS

WHO NEEDS BRANDING?

Dairy Herds

Critical for parlor efficiency. Identify cows instantly for AI, recording, or sorting without slowing down the line.

  • Faster milking times
  • Accurate breeding records

Pedigree Breeders

Professional appearance for showing and sales. Clear herd numbers ensure accurate herd book management.

  • Show ring identification
  • Sale lot clarity

Beef & Sucklers

Essential for extensive grazing where tags get lost in hedges. Makes TB testing and traceability simple.

  • Outdoor durability
  • Traceability assurance

BRANDING FAQ

There is some momentary discomfort when the cold iron is applied, but the extreme cold acts as a local anesthetic, numbing the area very quickly. It is generally considered much less stressful than hot branding.
You will usually see the white hair start to grow through about 6 to 8 weeks after branding. The scab will peel off after a few weeks, revealing the new growth underneath.
We typically brand heifers before they enter the milking herd, often around 12-15 months. However, cows can be branded at any age.
Yes. Freeze branding works by killing the pigment-producing cells in the hair follicle, so the hair grows back white. This shows up perfectly on black (Holstein), red, or brown cattle.

READY TO GET IT SORTED?

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