Passionate Merino growers and equally committed land stewards, the Ipkendanz family have made exceptional contributions to sustainable farming and environmental conservation. The Ipkendanz family has farmed Callum Brae, a heritage-listed 150-hectare sheep farm on Ngunnawal country in the ACT, since the 1950s. This farm supports a self-replacing fine wool Merino flock of typically 350-400 head, producing high-quality wool due to the native grasslands and cool climate, which create finer, larger fleeces. Callum Brae wool is purchased by local brokers and exported to create high-end fashion garments in Italy.