Cricket Creek Farms

Cricket Creek Farms is a breeder of miniature Beltie crosses in Hillsboro, OH, serving Highland County and the Cincinnati area. Russel Morgann follows industry-standard health testing for all cattle and maintains transparent records of lineage, vaccination history, and breeding plans in accordance with best practices.

The herd grazes on well-managed pastures with free access to a sheltered barn and open paddocks, and each animal receives daily hands-on socialization to promote gentle temperaments. Housing areas are cleaned regularly and overseen by local veterinarians for routine wellness checks.

Breed characteristics are assessed throughout each life stage to preserve the Beltie’s hardy build and gentle temperament. All calves remain with their dams in mixed-age groups to encourage social learning and herd cohesion. The farm practices rotational grazing to support sustainable land use and soil health. Visitors often comment on the herd’s calm nature and overall vitality.