J & S Farms

J & S Farms raises Scottish Highland cattle in Miller, MO, serving Lawrence County and the Springfield area. It participates in national livestock associations, maintains active registrations for all breeding stock, and follows recommended health protocols, including routine Johne’s disease screening. Its cattle graze freely on managed pastures, with access to barn shelter, clean water, and early handling that supports friendly temperaments. As a family-run farm, it emphasizes rotational grazing and soil fertility to sustain herd health and environmental balance.

Owner Steve Guthrie carries forward multigenerational knowledge, blending traditional husbandry with current best practices for gentle low-stress care. Regular herd inspections, balanced rations, and seasonal hoof trimming help ensure consistent growth and sound hooves. Many calves have gone to local 4-H participants, reflecting the bonds formed through patient rearing and community connections. Neighbors and visiting farmers often comment on the clean paddocks and the cattle’s calm presence around families.