Highland cattle are one of the oldest breeds in the world, originating in the Scottish Highlands through means of natural selection and survival of the fittest. The breed is characterized by traits of hardiness, self-sufficiency and longevity. They are excellent foragers and efficient at improving pastures and clearing woodlots. The double hair coat they are known for is also a tremendous asset in adverse weather and is believed to be the reason why they have limited external fat cover. This means less to trim from carcasses and more value retained.The horns not only give them their majestic looks but are also helpful with predator control. Highlands make amazing mothers with strong maternal instincts, and in our experience very easy calving rarely ever needing assistance during delivery.