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We're Holden & Billie Asmus [Ahs-muhs].
For 5 years we ran the family Hereford cow/calf operation in North Central Iowa, but always had an interest in smaller, fluffier breeds. After a lot of thought and searching for our own piece of property, we invested in what is now Highland Creek Ranch in Hampton, Iowa. Together, we have a passion for investing in our community, helping others find their sense of home and providing a breed of cattle that best suits your desires. Even though we have a love for cattle and our mini family farm, we also have full time jobs aside from Highland Creek. Billie is the Communication and Marketing Manager for Asmus Farm Supply, the family business, and Holden works for AgriGold as a Key Account Manager. We like to keep ourselves busy with building our dreams and vacuuming up fluffs of hair from our Siberian Husky, Bram. Recently we added another addition to our farm, Riley Kay. Our daughter was born in August of 2019 and we are so blessed to have her in our lives and raise her on the farm. Our world revolves around agriculture and it is the foundation of who we are and what we do. We strive to live our lives with integrity and being positive influences in ag. Don't hesitate to reach out to us if you simply want to learn more about our mini farm and what we do! |
[Our not-so-cattle-dog, Bram]
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Miniature Scottish Highlanders
Although most Highlands would be considered a "Mid-Miniature" size breed (Over 43" at 3 years of age) Miniature Highland cattle (under 42" at 3 years of age) are one of the most popular of the miniature breeds of cattle. Highlands have a double coat and this allows them to handle extreme weather conditions that most other cattle would not be able to handle. Another trait of the Highland that sets it apart from other breeds is they are great foragers. They resemble a goat in that they will eat brush and weeds. This allows for more highlands/acre then general cattle.
Highlands are also known for their calving ease, being good mothers and for being docile. Because of their docility, they crave interaction. Highlands don't always do well alone and like to be with other animals or other mini cattle. Highlands and humans have been interacting for so long over the span of history, that they will naturally be a good choice for a backyard grazer or lawn mower. Not looking for a natural lawn mower? Highlands are slow to mature at the age of 3, this slow aging produces a flavorful succulent meat. Highland beef is known to bring premium prices/lb. It will give you all of the desirable traits of the Highland in a smaller package, making them easier to handle and raise for a small family.
Even though Highlands are tough animals for dealing with rough weather, they still need proper land and homes. Please keep in mind if you are interested in purchasing one of our mini highlands, they need plenty of shade and water and a pasture with trees and/or shelter to get out of the heat when it gets warm.
Highlands are also known for their calving ease, being good mothers and for being docile. Because of their docility, they crave interaction. Highlands don't always do well alone and like to be with other animals or other mini cattle. Highlands and humans have been interacting for so long over the span of history, that they will naturally be a good choice for a backyard grazer or lawn mower. Not looking for a natural lawn mower? Highlands are slow to mature at the age of 3, this slow aging produces a flavorful succulent meat. Highland beef is known to bring premium prices/lb. It will give you all of the desirable traits of the Highland in a smaller package, making them easier to handle and raise for a small family.
Even though Highlands are tough animals for dealing with rough weather, they still need proper land and homes. Please keep in mind if you are interested in purchasing one of our mini highlands, they need plenty of shade and water and a pasture with trees and/or shelter to get out of the heat when it gets warm.