Dakota Ranch

Dakota Ranch, Scottish Highland cattle, Creal Springs, IL, southern Illinois near St. Louis. Dakota Ranch is a family-run operation led by Jeff Sexton with years of experience breeding Scottish Highland cattle and following breed registry guidelines and health-testing protocols accredited by national associations. The ranch maintains detailed records to track lineage and monitor genetic health.

The cattle graze on native grasses across spacious pastures and are handled daily from an early age to foster calm temperaments. Calving takes place outdoors in natural settings when weather allows, and all animals receive regular hoof care and nutritional monitoring. The ranch emphasizes low-stress handling, providing open shelters and rotational grazing to support herd wellbeing.

Their cattle are known locally for their hardiness in winter and rich, flavorful beef quality. Visitors to the ranch note the peaceful landscape and respectful treatment of animals that reflect a deep commitment to sustainable stewardship.