J & N Ranch

J & N Ranch is a Scottish highland cattle breeder in Parks, Arkansas, in the Ozark Mountains near Fort Smith. The ranch emphasizes herd health with pasture-based nutrition and routine veterinary screenings following breed standards. Animals are raised on gently rolling pastures with ample space to roam and are introduced to handling early for calm temperaments. As a family-run operation, the ranch upholds generations-old farming traditions and collaborates with local vets to monitor genetic health.

Their philosophy centers on low-stress husbandry and environmental stewardship, with cattle grazing rotated to preserve pasture quality. Bloodlines are selected for sound structure and steady growth rates, reflecting the breed’s resilience and ease of care. Calving season arrives in early spring, and each newborn calf is gently weaned in sheltered paddocks to support healthy growth. Prospective neighbors often note the quiet presence of the herd against wooded hills, underscoring the ranch’s harmonious approach.