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RAISING THE HERITAGE BREEDS OF
REGISTERED HIGHLAND CALVES
& BRAHMA CHICKENS!
CREATING RUSTIC ART &
RIVERSIDE HORSEBACK RIDES!
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
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What are Scottish Highlands?Scottish Highlands are beef cattle. They produce lean, well marbled meat.
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Why Choose Highlands?Scottish Highlands are efficient grazers, they efficiently convert grass into meat. They are docile animals, and easy to handle. They are respectful and hardy animals that are happy in winter weather as long as they have a wind break and happy in the summer with shade . They are a healthy breed and calve easily.
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How much do Highlands Weigh?Highland Cows weigh around 1100 lbs, mature bulls around 1800lbs and finished steers around 1000 lbs. (see Canadian Highland Cattle Society)
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What do Registered Highlands Cost?Weanling heifers - $3500-7000, prices can increase with good bloodlines Weanling bulls - $1500-3500 prices can increase with good bloodlines Breeding Age Cows - $3500-6000 on average with good bloodlines and good birthing records Herd Sires (Breeding bulls) - $2500-8500 Good breed standard bulls with great temperaments will bring top dollar sometimes higher that $8500
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Do Highlands eat Weeds?Highlands love to browse on shrubs/trees and eat just about any weed.
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What size of Coop for Brahma Chickens?Brahma chickens require a larger coop than some other breeds because of their size. As a general rule of thumb, you should allow at least 4 square feet of floor space per chicken in the coop, and 8-10 square feet of outdoor space per chicken in the run. For Brahmas add a bit more space to these guidelines to be comfortable.
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How much do Brahma chickens cost?The cost of Brahma chickens varies depending on the breeder, location and other factors. On average, you can expect to pay between 10-30 dollars per chick or 25-50 dollars per mature bird.
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Are Brahma chickens good for meat?Yes, Brahma chickens are often raised for meat because of their large size and flavorful meat.
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Are Brahma chickens cold-hardy?Yes, Brahma chickens are known for their cold hardiness and can tolerate colder temperatures than many other breeds.
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How long do Brahma chickens live?Brahma chickens can live for 5-8 years , although their lifespan can very depending on a number of factors, including their diet, environment, and overall health.
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