The origin of the Highland cattle is in the rough North West of Scotland.

High annual rainfall, strong winds, cold winters and wet summers are the reason for poor pastures – and only hardy cattle get along with these conditions. So, Scottish farmers bred a special breed that is not only highly efficient, but also adapts easily to the natural conditions.

They achieve their hardiness thanks to their long wavy coat which is resistant to rain and wind. Even snow does not permeate the coat. That is why the Highland Cattle is made for all-season free-range.

The colour of the coat of the Highland cattle is brown, black, red, light brown, grey (DUN), brindle as well as white.

In addition to their characteristic shock of hair, the Highland cows are also characterized by their decorative horns which are gender-specifically distinct. While the horns of the bulls are rather slightly incline forward, the horns of the cow rise up sooner.

The animals are characterized by longevity, fertility, known easy for calving and a docile temperament.

Highland cattle can become up to 20 years or even older and are able to calve up to an old age. They are known easy for calving, which means that they normally no human assistance for calving is needed and the cows are exceptionally good mothers.

Due to its versatility the Highland cattle is suitable especially for extensive pastoralism.