Willow Glen Farm

 HIGHLAND CATTLE & GRASSFED BEEF

Willow Glen Farm
Willow Glen Farm

 HIGHLAND CATTLE & GRASSFED BEEF

ABOUT US

We raise registered Highland cattle in the heart of east-central Alberta. We initially chose Highland cattle because we wanted a breed that was easy to handle, was low maintenance and finished well on grass. And to be honest, aesthetics and personality played major roles in our choice. Stocky, rugged with the shaggy coat, signature dossan and sweeping horns - there's no mistaking a Highland.
 

Originally bred in the Highlands and the western islands of Scotland, the Highland breed seems custom made for our Alberta climate and our local terrain. While they are smart, and sometimes stubborn - they are generally gentle and calm. A history of living in close quarters with people helped weed out those animals with suspect temperaments.
 

We strive to select quality breeding stock, with an emphasis on function, conformation and temperament - all while staying true to breed character.  We hope to produce animals that will work equally well in the ring, in the paddock or out on rugged pasture. 
 

We are proud to be registered with the Verified Beef Production+™ program. Food safety and trust are paramount. We are also active members of the Canadian Highland Cattle Society & the American Highland Cattle Association.
 

Take a tour around - visit our FAQ page for more information about us, management and the breed in general.  And feel free to contact us anytime with any questions or comments.

FALL SALE

We will have a good selection of weaned heifer calves and long yearling bulls in our annual fall sale. The cattle will be sold via an online, timed, farm-gate style auction.  

 

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VISITS TO THE FARM

At this time,  we are unable to accommodate general visits to the farm. 
 

 

GRASSFED BEEF

A change of direction. And a new exciting source for premium Highland beef.
 

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OUR METHODS

Our cattle are raised on large pastures, with lots of room to select prime forage according to the time of year. Sun cured alfalfa/grass hay is provided in the winter months. They always have access to fresh water and a vitamin/mineral supplement. We walk through the cattle at least once a day. Frequent interaction means less stress when we do have to work with them. It also allows us to pick up on any changes in behaviour that may signal a health problem. We have several that like to come for an alfalfa cube and a quick scratch. Others prefer a little more space, but all are accustomed to our presence. 

 

Our cattle are strictly grassfed - and expect them to perform on a forage based diet alone. They do receive a small amount of grain when calling them into the corrals. Weaning calves also get some oat or cob so to help quiet them down - and to learn to come when called. Moving Highlands is much, much easier with a little bribery.
 

Animals destined to be eaten are happy animals. They spend their lives on open pasture with cattle they grew up with – with good food & drink. Routine antibiotics, growth hormones or ionophores are never used. However, if an animal is sick or injured, proper veterinary care is provided. All of our livestock are properly identified and we keep detailed health records. Those records are made available to customers. 

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HAVE QUESTIONS?


We love answering them! We've assembled some of the most frequent ones we receive together. A bit of everything: the breed, housing, feed, breeding, health and butchering.

 

CONTACT US

 

Jaylyn Ettinger & Grant Marchand
 

Box 177
Czar, AB
T0B 0Z0
 

Phone: 780-842-8285 
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