3270 Fir Ave.

Greg and Julie Bakker are Scottish highland cattle breeders in Monona County, Iowa, in the Loess Hills near Sioux City. They have tended their family herd for several years, maintain registration with recognized cattle associations, and adhere to industry-recommended health screening protocols.

Their cattle graze on rotational pasture and receive daily handling from a young age to encourage calm, confident dispositions. The Bakker family’s approach blends traditional grazing practices with sustainable land stewardship to promote soil health and biodiversity across their pastures.

Calving occurs each spring in sheltered paddocks, where calves stay close to their mothers and benefit from early socialization within the herd. Offspring typically develop the breed’s trademark long coat and sturdy frame before moving on to valued roles in heritage beef programs or conservation grazing projects. Prospective owners often note the animals’ gentle nature, resilient health, and distinctive appearance.