Fafo Ranch

Fafo Ranch are Scottish highland cattle breeders in Del Norte, CO, Rio Grande County and the San Luis Valley near Alamosa. They have been raising highland cattle for several years and maintain membership in the American Highland Cattle Association, with regular genetic health screening and calving ease evaluations. Their herd grazes on open pastures that are rotated seasonally to support sustainable forage growth. Animals are handled daily from the time they are born so they develop calm temperaments and strong human bonds. Winter feeding includes locally harvested hay and mineral supplements to maintain robust condition.

Shane and Kayla Sickmiller operate the ranch on land that has supported livestock for multiple generations, blending traditional ranching methods with attentive care. Many visitors note the gentle nature of the young cattle and the emphasis on pasture health. The family focuses on long-term herd vitality and balanced selection for breed characteristics.