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Scottish Highland Cattle
Highland Cattle with their
horned, and stocky appearance
originated and were bred for centuries in the rugged, rocky climate of the Scottish Highlands. Harsh and severe weather conditions brought about the process of Mother Nature’s ‘natural selection’, allowing for only the most adaptable, strong, and genetically superior animals to survive and carry on this sturdy breed. Highland Cattle are widely considered to be the hardiest breed of cattle to be found anywhere in the world. Despite their long horns and shaggy, looking appearance, both bulls and cows are notably mild-tempered. The cows possess excellent mothering abilities and instincts, as well as a very low calf mortality and ease and independence of birthing, making them an excellent choice of breed.
Highlands are excellent foragers and browsers. Mature bulls at breeding condition, weigh in at about 1800 lbs, cows at 1100 lbs., and steers finish out at 1000 lbs. In fact, to maintain leanness, steers are grown and finished on pasture almost 2 years, rather than by the popular heavy feed-lot graining method over a period of only a few months. The present day beef market demands leaner meats, and Highlands are and have always been, superior in this department as well. Mainly due to their insulating long body hair, rather than being insulated by a layer of fat on their bodies, Highland cattle produce leaner meat. Highland beef is well-marbled and flavorful, with little waste fat at all resulting in a superior beef product.
Prices for full cattle, half cattle, and packages depends on Market at time of purchase. Please call to see what is available.
Proud members of
www.highlandcattleusa.org
www.nchca.org
Proud members of
www.highlandcattleusa.org
www.nchca.org
