Harvest Gypsy Farm

Harvest Gypsy Farm, Scottish Highland cattle, Saint James, MO, in Phelps County and the Ozark region near Rolla. Casey Petty has focused on breeding hardy Scottish Highland cattle for several years, following breed association guidelines and conducting routine health screenings to maintain strong genetic lines. Its cattle graze on rotational pastures shaded by oak woods and are regularly handled to encourage calm temperaments and solid herd bonds.

The farm combines traditional low-input practices with attention to maternal traits, resulting in cattle that thrive on local forage year-round. Visitors often note the herd’s distinctive long hair and gentle disposition, hallmarks of Harvest Gypsy Farm’s careful breeding program. It maintains a modest herd size that allows individual attention to feeding schedules and hoof care. Winters are managed in well-ventilated shelters stocked with local hay, complementing summer rotational grazing. Casey Petty supports local youth showing programs by offering guidance on selecting and preparing calves for exhibitions.