The Ridgeback® is a patented roof design for livestock housing, proven to deliver industry-leading results in ventilation, animal welfare and financial performance. Where conventional gable roofs trap stagnant air, respiratory irritants and heat at cattle level, the Ridgeback® is designed to remove them.
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Welfare & Comfort
20% greater airflow across the pen reduces heat unit accumulation, BRD incidence and mortality. Cattle remain calmer and cleaner, achieving higher grading outcomes and hot standard carcase weights that reflect the comfort of their finishing environment.
02
Time & Cost to Weight
Stable conditions across the full feeding cycle drive consistent intake and measurably improve feed conversion, returning over 0.2 kg more average daily gain and 0.45 kg more dry matter intake per head per day in beef cattle.
03
Water Capture & Consumption
Cattle housed under the Ridgeback® consume on average 5.2 litres less water per head daily. Rain exclusion reduces pen surface moisture and supports effluent capture, lowering cost and compliance exposure in water-constrained regions.
04
Operational Efficiency
Dry bedding reduces dag loading, pen cleaning frequency and manual handling requirements across the site. Ammonia and effluent run-off are reduced at the source, composted manure recovered as a saleable by-product and automation integrated to improve site-wide efficiency.
Performance Backed by Science
The Ridgeback® is a patented roof design for livestock housing, proven to deliver industry-leading results in ventilation, animal welfare and financial performance. Where conventional gable roofs trap stagnant air, respiratory irritants and heat at cattle level, the Ridgeback® is designed to remove them.
01
Welfare & Comfort
20% greater airflow across the pen reduces heat unit accumulation, BRD incidence and mortality. Cattle remain calmer and cleaner, achieving higher grading outcomes and hot standard carcase weights that reflect the comfort of their finishing environment.
02
Time & Cost to Weight
Stable conditions across the full feeding cycle drive consistent intake and measurably improve feed conversion, returning over 0.2 kg more average daily gain and 0.45 kg more dry matter intake per head per day in beef cattle.
03
Water Capture & Consumption
Cattle housed under the Ridgeback® consume on average 5.2 litres less water per head daily. Rain exclusion reduces pen surface moisture and supports effluent capture, lowering cost and compliance exposure in water-constrained regions.
04
Operational Efficiency
Dry bedding reduces dag loading, pen cleaning frequency and manual handling requirements across the site. Ammonia and effluent run-off are reduced at the source, composted manure recovered as a saleable by-product and automation integrated to improve site-wide efficiency.
“There were key drivers in improvement in hot standard carcass weights, improvements reflected in animal health – lower morbidity and mortality rates.”
RANGERS VALLEY
“We have seen higher hot dress weights and average daily gain from the cattle that we have fed in the Ridgeback®.”
TEYS AUSTRALIA
“It’s enabled us to put our best foot forward in terms of showing what we can achieve with investment and innovation-with the best animal health and welfare in mind.”
NTLEA BERRIMAH EXPORT YARDS
“I also believe the cattle being more comfortable helps with the marbling of the wagyu, which we believe is due to the good environment that the Ridgebacks® provide.”
ELBOW VALLEY BEEF
“The reason we chose the Ridgeback® was for the curved roof design and that airflow. Getting that air exchange rate is crucial for cattle comfort and animal health.”
TEYS AUSTRALIA
“There's no odour, and it cuts away the effluent that you usually find in a feed lot.”
ELBOW VALLEY BEEF
“We have seen greatly improved hospital recovery rates, especially with any of those foot or lameness-type issues.”
TEYS AUSTRALIA
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Whether you're in the early stages of planning or ready to build, the best first step is a conversation.
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Your Project Starts Here
Whether you're in the early stages of planning or ready to build, the best first step is a conversation.
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