Bijou Highlands

Bijou Highlands, Scottish highland cattle, Agate, CO, lies amid rolling fields in eastern Colorado near Denver. Kenneth Paton has bred Scottish highland cattle for over fifteen years with national registry membership, veterinary health screenings, and genetic evaluations.

The cattle graze on native grass pastures year-round and spend nights in a climate-controlled barn that offers shelter from summer storms or winter cold. Calves are socialized with staff from birth to build calm temperaments, supporting less stressful handling at weaning and beyond. The farm follows rotational grazing across multiple pastures to support soil health, pasture diversity, and natural foraging habits.

Bijou Highlands began as a family homestead in the late 1990s, preserving heritage lines prized for hardiness and gentle nature. Visitors often note the cattle’s even demeanor, dense coats, and sturdy bone structure when touring the farm. Breeding goals include maintaining genetic diversity while emphasizing low-maintenance care and pasture-based nutrition.